A public-private electrification project is transforming the lives of 257 families in the Usab Informal Settlement at Karibib. Residents in the Usab Informal settlement used to suffer when they had no access to electricity. Emilia Shaimbilwe is one of the residents who now has access to electricity after years of struggling in the dark. “I […]
The Chinese Ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, reflected on the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, stating that it was the longest fight against foreign aggression in modern Chinese history, further describing it as a historic turning point, during the 80th Anniversary Photo Exhibition Commemorating the Victory. Ambassador […]
The Swapo Party paid tribute to late businessman and party member John Savva, describing him as an icon of hope and unity during a memorial service at Walvis Bay. Also present at the memorial service were former President Nangolo Mbumba, Swapo Party Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa and former cabinet ministers. The Swapo Party Coordinator for […]
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Youth, Civic Relations and Community Development has praised the Education Ministry for its investment in infrastructure, ensuring that rural schools are not neglected. Its Deputy Chairperson, Austin Samupwa, addressed the community of Schuckmansburg Combined School in the Zambezi Region on Friday while inaugurating a three-classroom block. The committee visited […]
The 25th anniversary commemoration of the UN Security Council Resolution 1325, held in Windhoek, reaffirms Namibia’s continued leadership in promoting women’s participation in peace and security. The Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Charles Mubita, said Namibia’s role in the adoption of Resolution 1325 was driven by conviction and a belief that sustainable peace […]
The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu, has said that, despite budgetary constraints, the ministry is ensuring that every police station has at least one generator. She was responding to Swapo Party MP Martha Itope, who highlighted regular interruptions of power supply at the Aussenker and Karasburg police stations, requesting backup […]
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister Emma Theofelus informed the National Assembly that Telecom Namibia has started the process to overhaul most of its overworked and oldest equipment to improve network service. Theofelus was responding to Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP Diederik Vries, who raised concerns about constant service disruptions and low internet speed. Theofelus […]
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has discharged 21 staff members between 2020 and 2025 for matters related to the illegal issuance of national documents and permits. This was revealed by Minister Lucia Iipumbu following reports of the illegal sale of national documents. Iipumbu stated that the ministry is currently investigating four […]
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, said the proposed SADC Model Law on Prison Oversight presents an opportunity to strengthen accountability, promote rehabilitation and uphold human dignity across correctional systems in the region. During a webinar about creating the Model Law, Kuugongelwa-Amadhila praised the Forum for its forward-thinking leadership and perfect timing in […]
Mariental Municipality has taken the lead to strengthen urban resilience through the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) under the Making Cities Resilient 2030 (MCR2030) initiative. The MCR2030 is a global initiative that strengthens local resilience through advocacy, knowledge sharing, city-to-city learning, and cross-sector partnership. The municipality, in partnership with UNDP and GIZ, […]
