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UN Agencies visit Kavango West to assess programmes impact
The Kavango West Region is one of the regions benefitting from the United Nations’ Central Emergency Fund. More than N$56 million was put aside to address drought-related issues in the region. It’s been six months since the outreach, and the UN heads of agencies visited Kavango West to assess the situation on the ground. Kavango […]
Lukato advocates for social grant increase in maiden address in National Assembly
Leader of the National Democratic Party and MP Martin Lukato has called on the new administration to reaffirm its promise of increasing the old-age pension grant. Lukato delivered his maiden address in the National Assembly today. Lukato, a former police officer and ex-UN envoy with United Nations peacekeeping missions, said the promise to raise the […]
President Nandi-Ndaitwah congratulates Gabon’s President-elect
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has congratulated Gabon’s president-elect, General Brice Oligui Nguema. In a letter to Nguema, President Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirmed commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and to collaborating on advancing the economic and trade relations between Namibia and Gabon. She expressed confidence that under Nguema’s leadership, the Gabonese people will continue to hold the positive and […]
Sulphur upwelling in ocean reduces water supply
Arandis and Swakopmund residents have been urged to preserve water as supply levels have dropped sharply. NamWater noted a significant reduction in water from the Orano Desalination Plant due to an increase in sulphur in the ocean. The Orano Desalination Plant, situated some 50 kilometres north of Swakopmund, draws water from the nearby Atlantic Ocean […]
Two suspects arrested in Kappa farm theft
Police in the Zambezi Region have arrested two suspects in connection with the theft of ATM cards and other electronic equipment on Tuesday at Kapps Farm in Windhoek. Zambezi Police Commander Andreas Shilelo says the bank cards have a value of N$5 million. The two suspects, including the kingpin, have been arrested, while another is […]
Households affected by floods in Ohangwena rise
The number of flood-affected households in the Ohangwena Region continues to increase. As of Tuesday, 183 households are submerged, displacing 977 people who are now accommodated at six flood relocation centres. Among those relocated are 139 children under the age of five and 35 lactating mothers. Visiting the relocation centres, the governor of Ohangwena Region […]
African Trade Unions converage ahead of ILC
Trade union leaders from across Africa have gathered in Windhoek for a strategic meeting to prepare for the upcoming International Labour Conference (ILC). The meeting takes place amid growing concerns over workers’ rights, economic pressures, and the evolving nature of work on the continent. Hosted by the Trade Union Congress of Namibia (TUCNA), the two-day […]
New Erongo RC chairperson pledges to unite councillors
The new chairperson of the Erongo Regional Council said he will tackle disunity among councillors during his term. The Walvis Bay Rural Councillor Donatus Tegako was elected on Tuesday. IPC’s Tegako replaced Swapo Party’s and Arandis Councillor Benita Imbamba after a vote of no confidence was expressed in her leadership for allegedly sowing division in […]
Public urged to be vigilant against disinformation targetting President
The public has been urged to be vigilant against social media posts attributing false statements to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. The Presidency issued the caution following the circulation of social media posts and online articles alleging that President Nandi-Ndaitwah has ordered the deportation of over 500 American nationals on the grounds of visa reciprocity. Several social […]
