Swanu MP Evilastus Kaaronda has tabled a motion in the National Assembly calling for improved working conditions for uniformed workers. He suggested an amendment to the current Labour Act to allow service personnel to be paid overtime and to form or join a trade union. Kaaronda argued that uniformed workers, especially members of the Namibian […]
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform is considering exploring a range of measures to enforce compliance with fishing regulations. This follows calls for the government to lift the temporary ban on pilchard catches following reports of illegal landings of bycatches of the species. Critics and operators in the sector have been pointing […]
The Deputy Executive Director at the Ministry of Works and Transport, Jonas Sheelongo, said that early warnings regarding possible catastrophic disasters related to climate change have become an urgent necessity, as the African Union launched the Space for Early Warning program in Windhoek. Climate experts from across the African continent are attending a weeklong conference […]
Some patients receiving treatment at the Rundu Dialysis Centre in Kavango East say the centre has made a huge impact in their lives. Before it came into existence, over a year ago, patients would often travel to Windhoek for treatment. The Rundu Dialysis Centre is the only privately owned dialysis centre in the Kavango Regions. […]
The Governor of the Bank of Namibia, Johannes !Gawaxab, says inflation in the country is under control. He told Members of Parliament that headline inflation went down in the first five months of 2025, attributed to lower costs in transport and housing. !Gawaxab said low inflation is good news for the people, especially for those […]
Namibia’s exhibition stand at the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Angola, is gaining attention for its unique showcase of locally produced goods that reflect the country’s rich natural and cultural heritage. Director of Information and Research for Public Diplomacy at the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, Bertha Amakali, highlighted the importance of the summit […]
The Chief Electoral and Referenda Officer of the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN), Peter Shaama, outlined the components of the 2025 Regional Councils and Local Authorities Elections calendar on Wednesday. According to the calendar, the electoral process entered its election phase on 16 June, with the start of ballot paper procurement, printing, and delivery. This […]
