The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has expressed concern over the governance, equity, and transparency of public institutions following the recent announcement of Dino Ballotti’s return to the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB). Ballotti, who was in the executive management at NIPDB responsible for MSME Development, Innovation, and Acceleration, left the organisation in August […]
The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) have welcomed back Michael Amushelelo, their former Economic Commissar. Amushelelo and the NEFF leadership claim his resignation earlier this year was a strategic ploy to divert attention from the party as it fought deregistration by the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN). NEFF won the case, and Amushelelo has returned […]
The division in NUDO deepens as a faction under Barry Rukoro called for a media conference this morning to announce NUDO’s technical-political collaboration with Swanu of Namibia. Rukoro’s media briefing was at the same time as party Secretary General Joseph Kaundenge was at the Elections House for the nomination of political parties and presidential candidates […]
Namibia’s progress in gender equality took the spotlight at the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Geneva, where the National Council’s Vice-Chairperson Victoria Kauma emphasised the country’s efforts through initiatives like the National Gender Policy and the Rural Women Parliament. Despite the progress, challenges remain, particularly at regional and constituency levels, where women are still […]
Celebrated in October, White Cane Awareness Day is meant to raise awareness on the importance of the ‘white cane’ as a symbol of independence and mobility for those who are visually impaired. For most blind people in Kavango East, though, the white cane is an unattainable luxury item that many are unable to afford. This […]
With the national elections of November 27 fast approaching, political party agents must show commitment to ensuring a smooth electoral process, free from irregularities. The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) and the Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP) have both expressed their readiness to deploy agents to the polling stations. Party agents serve as electoral watchdogs, […]
Members of the Children’s Parliament are calling for stronger parliamentary support for school meal programmes. They made the call at the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland. The young MPs underscored the pressing issue of food insecurity among learners, emphasising the need for sustainable and effective interventions. Central to these discussions is the introduction […]
An inspiring initiative is taking place in Katutura, Windhoek as underprivileged youth are given a chance to transform their lives through the Basketball Artist School foundation. The nbc Sport Desks Daywis Thimoteus spoke to Pedro Pasile BAS Coordinator for more details.
Padel is currently one of the fastest-growing sports globally, and it has hit Namibia like a storm. This is currently the second set of courts to be opened in the country. Padel, a sport that blends elements of traditional tennis and squash, is known for being notably easier to play. It’s enjoyed on a specialised […]
The CAF African Schools COSAFA Qualifiers Championship officially started at the Jan Wilkens Stadium in Walvis Bay. With 14 matches scheduled, let’s dive into the action! The CAF African Schools Football Championship kicked off today, featuring exciting competition at the Jan Wilkens Stadium in Walvis Bay. Day 1 was filled with goals as both girls’ […]
