Fighting corruption is a prerequisite for prosperity and economic development. This was stated by Anti-Corruption Commission Director General Paulus Noa at the Omusati National Anti-Corruption Strategy and Action Plan (NACSAP) annual regional forum for 2024, held in the Omusati Region at Outapi. The forum aims to provide updates on the successes and challenges of implementing […]
The Keetmanshoop District State Hospital has reported 44 severe cases of malnutrition during the first two quarters of the year. The information was revealed during the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Gender Equality, Social Development, and Family Affairs visit to the hospital to familiarise itself with the malnutrition status. From January to March and then April […]
The Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture says it is in the implementation stage of the Transforming Education Implementation Charter 2023-2030. This was revealed by the Deputy Executive Director of Finance and Administration, Knox Imbuwa, at the opening of the inception meeting on the implementation of the 2022 National Conference on Education Recommendations in Windhoek […]
The University of Namibia (UNAM) awarded degrees to 669 students during its spring graduation ceremony, including 15 PhDs. UNAM Vice-Chancellor Kenneth Matengu praised the graduates for their hard work and perseverance throughout their academic journeys. In his address, Prof. Matengu stated, “Today, you will receive a qualification that marks you as an educated individual. But […]
October 10th marks International Mental Health Day, and a group of medical professionals gathered today (Wednesday) to celebrate at the Windhoek Mental Health Centre. Specialist psychiatrist Dr. Lahija Hamunyela emphasized the urgent need to create a supportive and inclusive workplace environment to promote mental wellness. Dr. Hamunyela expressed her surprise and disappointment at the absence […]
Ongoing dialogue and commitments in addressing mental illness and disorders continue to take shape across the country to help sensitise people against the notion of suicide as an option. The Omaruru Municipality and Omaruru State Hospital staff joined in spreading the message to reach out for help when faced with the symptoms of a mental […]
The Board Chairperson of the welfare organisation Nest of Love, Vecius Tapiso, who, along with his wife, became homeless in 2022 during the COVID-19 pandemic, has taken it upon himself to give back to the community. Today, Tapiso and his team provide meals to the homeless at Khomasdal Stadium. Reflecting on his time wandering the […]
Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo emphasises that, in an era where the global policing landscape is rapidly changing due to advanced technology and rising cybercrime, police leadership must be forward-thinking, adaptable, and innovative. He highlighted this point during the official opening of the five-day Success and Career Development Training in Swakopmund. Lieutenant General Shikongo says […]
President Nangolo Mbumba and the President of Germany, Dr. Walter-Frank Steinmeier, have reiterated that the agreement to be reached on the question of genocide must meet the expectations of the affected communities and Namibians at large. Press Secretary Alfredo Hengari said this as the two leaders met in Berlin, where President Mbumba is on a […]
President Nangolo Mbumba signed the Electoral Amendment Bill into law, which modifies the existing Electoral Act of 2014. Announced in the Government Gazette, the new law permits remunerated public servants and members of regional and local councils to be nominated as candidates for National Assembly elections. Key provisions of the Act include allowing public service […]
