Swakopmund residents will close the Namibian Heritage Week 2024 with a fashion show that aims to keep Namibian culture alive. The Namibian Heritage Week 2024 opened at Swakopmund under the theme “Culture is Community, Community is Culture.” This year the focus is fashion as a medium to keep Namibia’s heritage alive. “We need to ignite […]
Stakeholders from the education sector are meeting in Windhoek to enhance skills-based education in the 21st century. The biannual education conference is co-hosted by UNAM’s School of Education and the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture. The three-day conference is being attended by education practitioners from all regions across the country who will dissect traditional […]
The Inspector General of the Police, Joseph Shikongo, has expressed his readiness for retirement, despite speculations suggesting that his term might be extended. Lieutenant General Shikongo, who has been the police chief since August 2022, is set to retire at the end of this month as he turns 60 tomorrow. However, there has been speculation […]
Erongo Governor Neville Andre says the world is transitioning to a green economy, with governments and businesses alike increasingly recognising the importance of environmentally friendly practices. This shift, Neville Andre says, presents a unique opportunity for Namibia. The governor was speaking at the Kingdom Ministries Workshop on the Changing Economic Landscape at Walvis Bay. Andre […]
Boxer Mirjam Nghilongwa, who began her boxing journey in 2017 with Salute Boxing Academy, is dreaming big as she sets her sights on Olympic glory. Born in 1997 in Okankolo, Mirjam Nghilongwa’s passion for boxing was sparked by her older brothers. Today, that dream has become a defining part of her journey. Since joining Salute […]
The third edition of the National Youth Games in Oshana region concluded with resounding success, despite facing logistical hurdles. The event, held from 12 September to 14 September, showcased the nation’s young sporting talent and served as a valuable preparation for the upcoming Region 5 games. The event was a platform for young athletes from […]
The day’s action culminated with the premier league final, The match commenced with a rapid start for Wanderers, who scored an early try through fullback Jurgen Meyer. Moments later, flyhalf Denzo Bruwer slotted a drop goal, adding three points to their tally. Unam then managed to get on the scoreboard with a penalty conversion, while […]
Two former Namibian heads of state are among a group of 35 former presidents who have urged the president of the United States of America to remove Cuba from the list of countries accused of supporting terrorism. The former president of Colombia, Ernesto Samper, announced the letter signed by 35 former leaders, including Namibia’s founding […]
The Head of Economic Affairs at the Indonesia Embassy, Ari Hadiman, has described the recent 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum as a success. The forum saw the signing of agreements between Indonesia and Africa in various sectors to the tune of about N$52 billion. The 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum, attended by 16 countries, was aimed at enhancing cooperation […]
The 2024 Rugby league concluded with thrilling finals, as Unam secured the Women’s title, while Kudus overwhelmed Wanderers in Reserve League Final In the women’s final, a determined Wanderers team held Unam at bay for the first 20 minutes of the match. However,Unam soon broke through, with Ivonne Kooper scoring their opening try. A penalty […]
