The ongoing infighting in SWANU of Namibia has taken another turn as the party’s 8ste Laan branch has proceeded to hold congress on its own. The former President of SWANU, Usutuaije Maamberua, and the former Vice President, Asnath Nuwuses, were present at the meeting, where representatives from various branches, including Otjimbingwe, Epukiro, Eiseb, Aminuis, Grootfontein, […]
The National Unity Democratic Organisation (NUDO) has suspended twelve members with immediate effect. Announcing the suspension was the National Chairperson of the party Elia Kandjii, who said the reason for the action follows a 29 August incident where the group formed part of those who chased the Party Administrative Secretary from the Head Office and […]
Katima Mulilo now boasts a new set of traffic lights situated at the junction of Sam Nujoma Avenue and Mafuta Road. At the commissioning of the traffic lights, Mayor John Ntemwa said the new set of traffic lights was necessitated by increased traffic in the town. Ntemwa said traffic lights are no longer a luxury […]
The Hano Youth Foundation organised a one-day workshop in Windhoek aimed at motivating local youth to excel in academic work and instilling in them skills to grab opportunities. The workshop also highlighted the essential need to cultivate a mindset that embraces challenges rather than shying away from them. The engagement deliberated on issues such […]
Quintina Tjizumaue scooped the Miss Non-Governmental Organisation title at a glittery event in the capital. Romancia Seibes came out as the first runner-up, followed by Celither Baldwin. Tjizumaue, in her new role, will serve as the ambassador of all local NGOs and civil society organisations. Miss NGO will also promote sexual and reproductive health as […]
Some residents of Gobabis are camping at the town’s municipal head office, waiting for the local authority leadership to receive their petition. The group says ageing water infrastructure and electrical networks, among other key services, are being compromised under the current leadership, which must be addressed as a matter of urgency. A community activist at […]
The Vice President of Namibia, Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, says the acceleration of the country’s developmental agenda can be attained at a fast pace through public-private partnerships. She made these remarks during the inauguration of the Onawa police station in the Oshana Region. The N$2 million police station will serve Onawa, a fast-growing informal settlement, and […]
Chief of the Namibian Defence Force (NDF) Air Marshal Martin Pinehas wants more defence training institutions. Pinehas made this call as he was officiating the 18th intake of the Junior Staff Course graduation ceremony at Namibia Command and Staff College, in Okahandja. Air Marshal Pinehas underscored the necessity to establish more prestigious institutions to pursue […]
Former Omaheke Police Commander, Commissioner Andreas Haingura, is now the head of police in the Kavango East Region. He has replaced Commissioner Johanna Ngondo, who is now the advisor in the Office of the Inspector General. During the handing-over ceremony, Commissioner Ngondo reflected on her achievements for the past decade. “The crime was manageable and […]
The rezoning of Brakwater on the outskirts of Windhoek to cater for residential and industrial projects formed part of the City of Windhoek council meeting in-depth deliberations. This follows after the matter was brought forth for consideration of an industrial bricklaying project in the area. “Brakwater number 48 from a residential with a density of […]
