Chaos erupted today at the University of Namibia’s (UNAM) main campus when members of the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) attempted to distribute flyers, which is currently not allowed by the institution. LPM members were distributing flyers when they were blocked by security and police officers from entering the premises. Since UNAM’s ban on political activities […]
While the quote goes, Water is life, for many living in informal settlements, access to water is a daily struggle they have to face. It’s against this that in its efforts to address water scarcity in the capital city’s informal settlements, the City of Windhoek handed over per-paid water infrastructure valued at N$150,000 at the […]
Omusati Police Commander Ismael Basson said the unprofessional attitudes of some police officers are discouraging for men who mean to report cases of gender-based violence (GBV). He said GBV-related matters should not be discussed in public at charge offices but should be conducted in private for the sake of the victim. Basson remarked this at […]
The Director in the Office of the National Council’s Chairperson, Petrus Kavhura, has urged the government to act on the resolutions passed by the Junior National Council MPs. Kavhura emphasised the importance of these resolutions and how they should guide future actions. During the session, junior members highlighted the need for parents, teachers, learners, and […]
The Minister of Urban and Rural Development (MURD), Erastus Uutoni, has called for an impactful and sustainable rural development transformation. He made the call during the official opening of the Rural Development Annual Progress Review and Planning Workshop attended by Regional Council representatives at Keetmanshoop. Facilitated by MURD, the five-day workshop aims to reflect on […]
Climate change remains a pressing issue in Namibia, affecting the environment, wildlife, communities, and the economy. The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade, under the Directorate of Industrial Development, commemorated International Ozone Day aimed at raising awareness and promoting the values associated with climate change. Namibia, as a signatory to international climate agreements such as the […]
Acting High Commissioner of Malaysia to Namibia, Mohamad Rameez Yahaya, announced his country’s commitment to assist Namibia in addressing the drought situation. Malaysia will contribute over N$700,000 towards relief efforts. Yahaya said this during Malaysia’s 61st National Day celebration. The theme for this year’s Malaysian national day is Jiwa Merdeka, which means Spirit of Independence. […]
The new Heads of Mission representing France and Venezuela reaffirmed their commitment to enhance collaboration across several key sectors. The Ambassadors said this as they presented their Letters of Credence to President Nangolo Mbumba at State House today. Ambassador of France Cécile Vigneau made a commitment to build on relations established by her predecessor with […]
Namibia’s Ambassador to France, Albertus !Aochamub, says the longstanding and evolving relationship between Namibia and France, which dates back to the Namibian liberation movement, continues to blossom. !Aochamub noted France’s crucial role in supporting anti-apartheid efforts and facilitating Namibia’s 1989 elections through its involvement in the Western Five Contact Group at the United Nations. The […]
The Otjombinde Education Forum in the Omaheke Region, with the assistance of local teachers, spent two weeks with a group of Grade 11 learners from different schools within the constituency and other regions, preparing them for the national examination. The Chairperson of the Otjombinde Education Forum, Gotty Kavezepa, stressed that education requires a multifaceted approach, […]
