Science evidence must guide Uranium One Project

Scientific evidence should be the key factor in determining the commencement of the proposed Uranium One project at Leonardville rather than conflicting opinions.  Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources chairperson Tobie Aupindi made this call during a visit to the Omaheke Region.  Speaking at Farm Tripoli near Leonardville, Dr. Aupindi asserted that following a comprehensive […]

Presidents attend Kulamba ceremony

The presidents of Malawi, Zambia, and Mozambique, Lazarus Chakwera, Hakainde Hichilema, and Daniel Chapo, witnessed the Kulamba Traditional ceremony of the Chewa people in the three countries, which takes place annually on the last Saturday in August.  The event attracts traditional leaders from 137 chiefdoms in Malawi, 33 in Mozambique, and 42 in Zambia, as […]

Eugene Kudumo designated as new Hompa of Vakwangali

Eugene Kudumo of the Ukwangali Traditional Authority has officially been designated as Hompa of the Vakwangali people and succeeded the late Sitentu Mapasi, who died 11 years ago.   The event drew a diverse attendance, including prominent leaders Hompa Sofia Mujembwe of Sambyu, Hompa Alfons Kaundu of Mbunza, and Hompa May Kasamane of the Vakwangali people […]

Parliamentary Committee concludes successful visit to Zambezi

The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on International Relations, Defence and Security, James Uerikua, said the committee had a successful week-long working visit to the Zambezi Region. While there, the committee conducted training on protocol and articulated a focus on the behaviour of the Members of Parliament as well as security issues.  The Parliamentary […]

Oruuano Church celebrates 70 years of gospel mission

The Oruuano Protestant Unity Church of Namibia celebrated its 70th anniversary and journey to spreading the gospel. Oruuano was established in 1955, emanating from the Rhenish Mission Church under the leadership of Chief Hosea Kutako and his Chiefs’ Council. Bishop Wyle Upi said the church not only spreads the gospel, but it also supports social […]

Zambezi faces transport, health staff shortages

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Gender Equality, Health, and Social Welfare has noted an insufficient transport system and a shortage of health staff in the Zambezi Region. Its chairperson, Nono Katjingisiua, said the community still walk long distances to access health services. Although the committee expressed satisfaction with the number of additional clinics constructed by […]