The United Nations has marked its 80th anniversary, celebrating eight decades of global peace, development, and humanitarian efforts. The UN has played a key role in promoting human rights, sustainable development, and international cooperation, and Namibia has been a strong partner in these efforts. Speaking at the celebration, the UN Resident Coordinator in Namibia, […]
The Ministry of Works and Transport has stressed the importance of mental wellness as an integral part of overall health and the resilience of its workforce. The ministry hosted a Mental Health Awareness Day to advocate for a culture of care, support, and open acknowledgement of mental health challenges. In an address read on his […]
The Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare plans to set up more gender-based violence protection shelters across Namibia. Minister Emma Kantema stated that currently, gender-based violence shelters are available in only eight regions; therefore, a strategic expansion of safe houses across all regions is planned, as this service is recognised as essential. “Therefore, our […]
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has devised an emergency plan in response to the water crisis in the Otjozondjupa Region. Minister Inge Zamwaani said this while responding to concerns about water cuts in some parts of Okakarara raised by Swanu Leader Evilastus Kaaronda, who said, “In the Okakarara constituency, specifically Otjiituo […]
Miss Namibia 2025 Johanna Swartbooi inaugurated the first-ever IIHAPO wall at Augustineum Secondary School in Windhoek. The dream wall aims to motivate and inspire school learners to pursue their dreams. Swartbooi encouraged learners to note down or journal their dreams, no matter how insignificant or impossible they seem. “One thing that I’m sure of is […]
Minister of Justice and Labour Relations Wise Immanuel met with striking employees from the City of Windhoek’s Solid Waste Management Division to address grievances over low wages, alleged poor working conditions, and lack of benefits. The meeting follows a strike that began on 9 October, with about 400 workers taking part while roughly 100 remain […]
The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Land Reform has said the decentralisation of critical services to regional councils will promote efficiency and accountability, address communication gaps, and accelerate decision-making. Inge Zaamwani said this at the handover of delegated functions to 14 regional councils. The ministry has now delegated the Directorate of Agriculture Production, Extension […]
Some locals employed at the Lignaverda reforestation project in the Kavango West Region are saying the project is making a difference in their lives. The project is a collaboration between Lignaverda, a Belgian-based NGO, and the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism. When the NBC News team arrived at the reforestation project at Siya village, […]
