The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) is developing a spatial tourism master plan to promote organised and inclusive growth. The newly appointed minister Indileni Daniel announced that this plan is set to be completed by the end of June this year. Speaking during her first staff engagement in Windhoek on Monday, the Minister […]
There are nearly 1,000 unfilled vacancies at the Ministry of Works and Transport. Minister Veikko Nekundi voiced his frustration over the lack of action in filling these positions, especially amid Namibia’s high unemployment rate. In his maiden address to his staff after being elevated from deputy to minister, Nekundi called for immediate steps to address […]
The Otjozondjupa Regional Council elected new leaders to fill the vacant positions left by two councilors who went to parliament. Okahandja Constituency Councillor Bethuel Tjaveondja was sworn in as Chairperson of the Otjozondjupa Regional Council Management Committee, while Okakarara Constituency Councillor Abdal Mutjavikua was nominated as a member of the Management Committee. The positions were […]
The 8th Parliament is now in session, and former National Assembly Speaker Professor Peter Katjavivi shared his thoughts on what new MPs should focus on. Katjavivi expressed himself during an interview on the nbc programme, ‘Inside the Chambers’. Professor Katjavivi, who served as National Assembly speaker for ten years, said he has been part of […]
Residents in the Goreangab settlement in Windhoek have taken it on themselves to cover up potholes in Eveline Street. The volunteers say that although it is not an easy job, it provides them with some income, which enables them to put food on their tables. The volunteers say that they saw an opportunity to make […]
A group of people from the Blouwes Community are demanding answers from the Office of the ||Kharas Governor, Aletha Fredericks, regarding grievances they lodged against the Blouwes Traditional Authority. Shouting and displaying placards, some written ‘enough is enough, we want answers’, the aggrieved group marched to the governor’s office. Among their grievances were the alleged […]
The Namibian government has allocated more than N$500 million towards the formalisation of informal settlements. The formalisation process, which will start in Windhoek as soon as possible, is expected to be rolled out to other local authorities around the country. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare made the announcement during the stakeholders consultative meeting on the formalisation […]
The Bank of Namibia announced a record dividend of N$ 720 million dollars for last year, exceeding the 511 million dollars paid to the government in 2023. Central Bank Governor Johannes !Gawaxab credited this milestone to the Bank’s clear mandate, strategic execution, strong culture, and effective governance, highlighting its dedication to sound financial management and […]
Namibia’s top netball players are one step closer to making the national team. After trials in Windhoek, 22 players remain, but only 15 will be selected for the Club Championship, which will take place from May 1st to 5th. The race to represent Namibia in netball is heating up. A total of 65 players from […]
The Governor of Omaheke has urged farmers in the region to take advantage of the good rains and increase their crop production for future use. Pijoo Nganate reported that the region has received over 400 millimeters of rainfall and suggested that areas like Aminuis and Epukiro RC should establish greenhouses with assistance from the relevant […]
