On Wednesday, several Members of Parliament delivered their maiden speeches in the National Assembly, sharing their backgrounds and plans for the future. Swapo MP John Likando, who previously served for nine years in the National Council, emphasized his commitment to amplifying the voices of the Namibian people in the National Assembly. He expressed a particular […]
Dr. Esperance Luvindao, the Health and Social Services Minister, has announced that the ministry is updating its laboratory policy to guide the future development of laboratory services and promote technological advancement. This initiative is a crucial step toward modernising Namibia’s laboratory systems, which require ongoing investments in infrastructure, workforce development, and restructuring. Speaking at the […]
Swakop Uranium has donated essential equipment for community policing and crime prevention initiatives in Walvis Bay, valued at N$139,000. The donation includes computers, a laptop, printers, and gazebos. During the handover, Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo emphasized that community policing and crime prevention are top priorities for the police force. He noted that the technological […]
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industrialisation, Mines and Energy, Natangwe Ithete is advocating for a review of policies to ensure that the country and its citizens benefit fairly from their natural resources, rather than relying solely on donations or handouts from the mining sector. During a meet-and-greet visit with Swapo party regional leaders, Ithete […]
A South African Brand and Marketing Strategist says national branding plays a critical role in shaping a country’s global image and attracting investment to it. The General Manager of Marketing Brand South Africa, Sithembile Ntombela, said this at the MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba, which kicked off in Windhoek on Wednesday. Ntombela noted that a […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reiterated her administration’s stance on zero tolerance for corruption in all its manifestations. Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah addressed the staff of the Presidency at State House, calling on them to hold themselves to the highest ethical standards. She said that while doing so, the staff should expect nothing in return in the quest […]
The new governor of Oshikoto Region, Sacky Kathindi, has promised to prioritise agriculture, address unemployment and enhance local business opportunities. Kathindi also plans to develop an abattoir in the region to boost economic activities. He shared his plans during the official handover ceremony of the office of the governor with former Oshikoto Governor Penda Ya […]
A new chapter is being written for disability sport in Namibia, and it began on a Monday morning at the Avani Hotel in Windhoek. A diverse group of players from the marketing and media industries came together for a ground-breaking Co-Creation Workshop, focused on one shared goal: to spotlight the challenges and opportunities in disability […]
The Walvis Bay Salt Eagles wrapped up their ICC Under-Nineteen Men’s Cricket World Cup Africa Qualifier campaign with a spirited four-wicket win over Kenya in Lagos, Nigeria. While Namibia narrowly missed out on a place at the 2026 World Cup, the team leaves the tournament with heads held high after a series of courageous performances. […]
Namibia is once again taking center stage in continental sport matters, as Windhoek plays host to the 5th Africa Athletes Forum. The event, which brings together athletes’ representatives from across the continent, is marked by high-level international participation and critical discussions shaping the future of African sport. Namibia, through the Namibian National Olympic Committee (NNOC) […]
