Zimbabwe’s Embassy in Namibia has donated new needlecraft equipment to the Ngaukujame Community Project run by women at Omaheke’s Ovinjuru Village. Ambassador Melody Chaurura says empowering rural women is one of the fundamental aspects of community development. “You will continue to see me here because I want to ensure that this is not a once-off […]
Vehicle sales in September have recorded a decrease of 0.8% compared to August figures. The month of September saw 988 new vehicles sold compared to 996 units sold in August. A total of 9471 vehicles have been sold thus far this year, representing 211 units fewer than the 9682 sold during the same timeframe last […]
With the Income Tax Amendment Act, many Namibians will now have some more money at their disposal. Financial experts, however, caution consumers to manage their finances wisely and put aside funds for emergencies as a shield against financial stress. Saving money for emergencies such as medical or home repairs saves one from financial stress. Consumers […]
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Namibia said the evidence that students provided during a debate on mineral resources and their impact on the southern community is commendable. Professor Kenneth Matengu said this emphasises the need for local content and how Namibia can utilise its mineral resources through policymaking. Professor Matengu spoke at Keetmanshoop […]
Media Ombudsman John Nakuta has commended the media for its fair and balanced reporting of activities related to the November Presidential and National Assembly elections so far. Nakuta, however, called for improved representation of women in election coverage. The Media Ombudsman was speaking at the third Media Coverage Monitoring report on the national elections covering […]
The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has led a protest over the granting of the printing tender for ballot papers to a South African-based company, Ren-Form. The supporters marched to the ECN headquarters to hand over a petition demanding the ECN withdraw the tender award or else they would take unspecified action. PDM’s President, McHenry Venaani, […]
A 29-year-old security guard died after he was stabbed with a knife at the Galaxy Mall, well known as the old mall at Rundu, yesterday morning. It is alleged that the suspect was found sitting and eating near the complex toilet. When advised by the now-deceased security guard to find a suitable place to eat, […]
