The port of Walvis Bay is expected to receive an additional 65 cruise liners from November to January 2027. This was revealed by Erongo Governor Neville Andre during the State of the Region Address at Swakopmund. Andre said the tourism sector has recorded an increase of 76% in the first quarter of the year. This, […]
The Deputy Minister of the Division Marginalised Communities, Royal |Ui|o|oo, says education remains number one on the advocacy agenda. This is because the literacy level remains below average among marginalised communities compared to other citizens. He made the remarks at the inauguration of the Tsumkwe Early Childhood Development Centre last Friday. The 2000 National Policy […]
Twelve countries, including Namibia, are gathered to discuss the latest knowledge and innovations that will enable countries to increase efficiencies to eliminate HIV/AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. During a Regional Technical Network meeting, stakeholders will analyse resource availability and resource utilisation in the ongoing response to HIV/AIDS and broader health resources. […]
Before the proclamation of Kavango West as a separate region in 2013, the region had been dependent on Kavango East for some government services. The region’s dependency is slowly fading away as services come closer to the people, with the latest being the inauguration of a Regional Liquor Licensing Committee. The committee was established within […]
Law students from the University of Namibia (UNAM) have embarked on a transformative journey to support a soup kitchen in Windhoek’s Hakahana Residential Area, where they donated essentials. The students donated food items and clothing and undertook the renovation of the kitchen area where meals for the children are prepared. These contributions were met with […]
Young people in Erongo Region have informed Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah that they are challenged by a lack of quality public education, unemployment, and the neglect of the boy child. The vice president, on her campaign trail in the Erongo Region, held an engagement session with youth at Swakopmund. “What needs to be transformed is […]
SADC, the East African Community (EAC), and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) plan to expand export markets for goods and services. This follows the establishment of the Tripartite Free Trade Area by the three regional communities. SADC’s Executive Secretary, Elias Magosi, briefed the just-ended summit of regional leaders on the progress. […]
As Namibia prepares to commemorate Heroes’ Day on August 26, all eyes are on Omuthiya in the Oshikoto Region, the host town for this year’s national celebration. The event will honour the bravery and sacrifices of those who fought for our independence, and it promises to be a momentous occasion for the entire nation. Governor […]
Namibia is actively preserving its cultural heritage through digitalisation, focussing on both tangible artefacts and intangible traditions like oral histories. Despite challenges such as limited resources, collaborative efforts among the government, academic institutions, and international partners have led to the creation of digital archives and innovative preservation methods. These initiatives ensure that Namibia’s rich cultural […]
With over 800 delegates, key industry stakeholders, and players together under one roof, the first Namibia Oil and Gas Conference, hosted in Windhoek in August 2023, was a resounding success. Shakwa Nyambe, Energy, Natural Resources & Commercial Lawyer, as well as Managing Partner: SNC Incorporated, gives insights on the second oil and gas conference that […]
