Third suspect arrested in Namdia robbery incident

Two men, Andreas Akwaake (53) and Immanuel Iipinge (39), were arrested in Noordoewer on March 28 for being in possession of N$725,000 in cash. The suspects appeared before the Karasburg Magistrate’s Court last week and were subsequently denied bail. A state prosecutor on Wednesday linked the arrest to the NAMDIA diamonds robbery when he informed […]

ICT Minister highlights growing impact of artificial intelligence

Minister of Information and Communication Technology Emma Theofelus has issued a warning about the increasing threat of cyber scams and AI-driven deception in Namibia. While addressing lawmakers in the National Assembly, Theofelus detailed the government’s response measures, emphasizing the need for updated regulations. She highlighted the surge in digital fraud, including synthetic media, deepfakes, and […]

GOVT makes strides in assisting flood victims

The government continues to make strides in assisting those severely affected by the recent floods. The Oshana and Kunene Regions have also made strides in airlifting food and medical personnel to assist those who have been cut off by the floodwaters. The flood waves have resulted in a total of 16 drowning incidents reported in […]

Cabinet directs MICT to activate flood regional info centers

In response to rising flood risks, the Cabinet has issued directives to various ministries and regional councils aimed at managing the situation and ensuring public safety. These measures specifically target key flood-prone areas, including the Cuvelai and Etosha Basins, the Zambezi and Kavango rivers and floodplains, the Kunene River Corridor, the Lower Kuiseb and Orange […]

IPC’s mwashindange looks to punch holes in tabled appropriation bill

Michael Mwashindange, the IPC-appointed Shadow Minister of Finance, has criticized current fiscal policies for failing to tackle the high unemployment rate. He pointed out that the allocation of over N$ 13 billion for debt servicing restricts the government’s ability to fund essential public services such as healthcare, education, infrastructure, and social grants. Mwashindange highlighted the […]

National budget is well balanced – Swapo MP Katjingisiua

Swapo Party’s Nono Katjingisiua described the national budget as a well-balanced and pragmatic response to Namibia’s socio-economic challenges and opportunities. Katjingisiua highlighted the budget’s focus on critical issues such as housing, education, unemployment, inequality, and health. She praised the N$ 2.4 billion increase in the development budget, which will grow from N$ 10.4 billion to […]