The University of Namibia (UNAM) celebrated national and cultural diversity, fostering global awareness and unity. It showcased the traditions, customs, and heritage of students from various countries through performances, exhibitions, and food. The event promoted cross-cultural understanding, collaboration, and the spirit of inclusivity in a university setting. For more on this, Chreslie Nuses spoke to […]
The Ombetja Yehinga Organisation (OYO) is a Namibian non-governmental organisation using the arts to create social awareness. A free matinee for schools was held at 11:00 on September 19, followed by a performance at 19:00 at Namib Primary School. For more on this Alloys Mupirii spoke to OYO’s Director and Choreagrapher, Philippe Talavera.
Oshana Health Director Johana Haimene says the Ministry of Health and Social Services will continue to provide dental services, especially for people in remote areas. Haimene made the remarks during the launch of the region’s dental health week. The ministry, in collaboration with other stakeholders, has been working tirelessly to implement programmes that raise awareness […]
Findings of the 20 July to 20 August Elections Media Reporting Survey show an increase in media coverage of electoral issues. During the period under review, overall figures show that more than 5,000 political-party-related events were covered compared to the June-July count, during which 2,124 statements were recorded. Media Ombudsman John Nakuta revealed the findings […]
The Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare hosted a Women Business Association seminar at Okahandja attended by women from different constituencies in the region. The two-day seminar addressed challenges faced by women in businesses, built the spirit of entrepreneurship by helping one another, and transferred skills to young businesswomen. The Director of […]
Erongo Governor Neville Andre says gender-based violence continues to plague the region, leaving a devastating impact on families, communities, and the broader society. Andre launched and appointed the Erongo Regional Gender Permanent Task Force in line with the government’s national gender policy, the national gender plan of action, and the national action plan on GBV. […]
The family members of 16 people who died from suspected food poisoning last year at Kayova Village in the Kavango East Region are still waiting for a forensic report. The 16 deceased family members were between the ages of two and 33, and the family is yet to find closure. The Head of the Police […]
Incorporating green hydrogen in the school curriculum to create awareness and opportunities in green energies took centre stage at the Education Conference underway in Windhoek. According to the speakers at the conference, the curriculum tackles most of the renewable energies and just needs to be revised, improving science teaching and capacitating teachers. Namibia has all […]
The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP in the National Assembly, Lukas Hamata, says there is an urgent need for clean water in the Ohangwena Region, which can be addressed through the Ohangwena Aquifer 2. The region, which is still experiencing water shortages in some parts, is home to over 245,000 inhabitants. Hamata believes water extraction […]
The gradual removal of the cordon fence restrictions is gaining momentum. Cabinet has directed the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform to conduct a feasibility study over the 2024/25–2025/26 financial years in this respect. The ministry has been directed to create disease-free zones, which include the construction of veterinary fences and new veterinary gates, […]
