Siblings Ruusa and Prince Sheya buried in Ohangwena

Four-year-old Ruusa Sheya and her two-year-old brother, Prince Sheya, have been laid to rest at Omandobe No. 1 Cemetery in the Ohangwena Region. Many mourners gathered to pay their final respects to the siblings, who tragically lost their lives after their father allegedly killed them.  The suspect, Thomas Sheya, reportedly travelled with the children from […]

Several countries to recognise Palestine’s statehood

More countries recognising the statehood of Palestine basically is an implementation of UN resolutions, particularly calling for the two-state solution. International Relations and Trade Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says Namibia’s position has been a principled one as she reacted to the announcements by several countries to recognise Palestine as an independent state during the UN General […]

Community activist Rosa Namises urges end to use of term “Marginalised”

Community and gender rights activist Rosa Namises has called on the government and stakeholders to stop using the term “marginalised” when addressing human rights issues, arguing that the word carries a negative connotation.  Namises emphasised that addressing human rights requires due regard to the choice of language, cautioning against stereotypical terms that undermine people’s dignity […]

Government officials criticised for lack of community follow-ups

Government officials often visit communities to gather information, but rarely follow up or provide updates. This was shared by Fumu Erwin Munika Mbambo during the governor’s courtesy visit to the Hambukushu Traditional Authority. Over the years, Fumu Mbambo reported that government officials have repeatedly approached the Hambukushu Traditional Authority, yet they have never received any […]

Agribank launches Arrears Relief Programme for farmers

Agribank has announced a new Arrears Relief Rollout Programme aimed at assisting farmers who struggle with loan repayments. The Chief Executive Officer, Raphael Karuaihe, said the agricultural bank introduced the initiative to help farmers who face the challenges of climate change and global economic conditions. Given the increasing challenges posed by a myriad of factors, […]