As Dr. Nangolo Mbumba’s term comes to a close. Young people in Windhoek reflect on his leadership, highlighting both his achievements and challenges. Many praised his courage in leading the nation through two periods of national mourning. “Since taking over from the late Dr. Geingob, obviously Geingob laid a foundation down, a manifesto that […]
Heavy rainfall in the Khomas Region has severely damaged road infrastructure, limiting motorists’ access to their destinations. Some roads are closed due to the rains and independence celebrations. The Windhoek-Rehoboth road is closed at the bridge near the Aris Weighbridge after heavy currents caused significant damage. Large cracks on the road surface pose a […]
21 learners at Udjombala Secondary School in the Ohangwena Region are stranded at the school due to surrounding floodplains. The learners, from distant villages, began camping at the school on the 9th of this month for safety. School principal Fillipine Hauwanga reported late arrivals and absenteeism, which were traced to difficulties crossing flooded areas. […]
The Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, has expressed satisfaction with the country’s road classifications, including tarred, paved, gravel, and hard-to-access roads. However, he emphasized that more work is needed, particularly in remote areas. Mutorwa recently concluded a two-week tour of road construction projects across the country. With his term as minister ending […]
Oshana Region Governor Elia Irimari has warned residents of rising water levels and potential flooding due to heavy rains in Namibia and southern Angola, which have filled the Cuvelai-Etosha Basin. The region, prone to floods because of its open water pans (iishana), is experiencing additional floodwaters from Angola. Irimari urged communities, especially those near […]
Ghana’s former ruling party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has directed its members to cease discussions that create disaffection within the party in the media. In a statement, the NPP acknowledged the disappointment and emotional distress caused by its defeat in the 2024 general elections. The party lost its majority in the Ghanaian Parliament, […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa says there is no part of South Africa’s land that can be allowed to secede. Ramaphosa said this in criticism of the planned trip to Washington D.C by the Cape Independence Advocacy Group, a pressure group that is seeking to secede the Western Cape from the rest of South Africa. The Cape […]
NamWater’s latest dam bulletin, released on March 20, reveals a rise in water levels across several major reservoirs. The report, which compares current levels to those recorded on March 17, shows increases in dam storage percentages, particularly at the Hardap, Von Bach, and Swakoppoort dams. The Von Bach Dam’s capacity is nearing 50% as its […]
