Land allocation countrywide will be distributed through three proposed models: high, moderate, and low economic values. These models or criteria are contained in the National Resettlement Policy of 2023 under review. Governors, regional councils, and traditional authorities are meeting in Windhoek for the final, national validation workshop of the National Resettlement Policy of 2023. According […]
Ohorongo Cement employee Jakobus Areseb has been elected as the President of the Mining, Metal, Maritime, and Construction Union (MMMCU) at Walvis Bay. The union, which is affiliated with the Namibia National Labour Organisation (NANLO), held its first elective congress since its inception 10 years ago. Areseb is deputised by Sam Sum. Joseph ||Garoëb was […]
The community of Epukiro has over the years faced numerous challenges, such as water shortages and poor grazing land due to persistent drought and poisonous plants. Community leader Eben Tjozohongo II Nguvauva, who was speaking at the Ovambanderu 100 Years Commemoration Day at Omauezonjanda, said an urgent solution needs to be found. While acknowledging significant […]
President Nangolo Mbumba arrived in Katima Mulilo ahead of the inauguration of the University of Namibia’s newly constructed facilities for the Department of Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies on Tuesday. Upon arrival on Monday, the President paid a visit to the Eastern Association of the Visually Impaired at Liselo as the national patron for the […]
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development is hosting a five-day workshop with all 14 regional councils and delegating line ministries to look at the revised decentralisation procedure manuals and guidelines on finance, human resources, and asset management. Godwin Sikabongo, Director of Decentralisation, informed the workshop participants that the current manuals were developed a long […]
Zimbabweans living in Namibia are calling on the United States to immediately lift sanctions imposed on their country, saying they severely affect ordinary citizens. The community argues that the measures have worsened the country’s economic performance and pushed many into hardships. They are also calling for a dialogue between the US and Zimbabwe aimed at […]
Members of the Namibian Police, from various departments in all 14 regions, recently completed a disciplinary hearing workshop at Rundu. The training is meant to enhance the level of integrity, fairness, and accountability in the Namibian Police Force. Speaking on behalf of Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo was Commissioner Andreas Shilelo, the Regional Commander for Zambezi […]
The Emma Hoogenhout Primary School Environmental Club has donated clothes, blankets, and toys to the Ombili Kids Soup Kitchen in Windhoek. Over 200 children from underprivileged families benefitted from the donation. A teacher at Emma Hoogenhout Primary School explained that many of the children being catered for at the school were unable to assist themselves, […]
An attempt to compel the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) to accept a revised list of the Christian Democratic Voice (CDV) party candidates for the National Assembly election has failed. On Monday, the Windhoek High Court struck off the case, which was brought forward by a faction led by Viola Garises. Acting Judge Kobus Müller […]
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) says it prioritises the enhancement of road infrastructure to maintain accessibility and enjoyment of all tourist attractions within Namibia. This comes after the Ministry received a number of complaints about the state of its road infrastructure, especially in the Etosha National Park, recently. The Ministry’s chief spokesperson, […]
