Reliable statistics are essential for measuring progress in reaching development goals and provide essential information about the effectiveness of policies and programmes. It is against this background that the National Statistics Agency (NSA) is conducting a meeting on the 2023/2027 National Strategy for Development. The purpose of the meeting was to create awareness of the […]
Swakopmund residents will close the Namibian Heritage Week 2024 with a fashion show that aims to keep Namibian culture alive. The Namibian Heritage Week 2024 opened at Swakopmund under the theme “Culture is Community, Community is Culture.” This year the focus is fashion as a medium to keep Namibia’s heritage alive. “We need to ignite […]
The Inspector General of the Police, Joseph Shikongo, has expressed his readiness for retirement, despite speculations suggesting that his term might be extended. Lieutenant General Shikongo, who has been the police chief since August 2022, is set to retire at the end of this month as he turns 60 tomorrow. However, there has been speculation […]
While the quote goes, Water is life, for many living in informal settlements, access to water is a daily struggle they have to face. It’s against this that in its efforts to address water scarcity in the capital city’s informal settlements, the City of Windhoek handed over per-paid water infrastructure valued at N$150,000 at the […]
Omusati Police Commander Ismael Basson said the unprofessional attitudes of some police officers are discouraging for men who mean to report cases of gender-based violence (GBV). He said GBV-related matters should not be discussed in public at charge offices but should be conducted in private for the sake of the victim. Basson remarked this at […]
The Minister of Urban and Rural Development (MURD), Erastus Uutoni, has called for an impactful and sustainable rural development transformation. He made the call during the official opening of the Rural Development Annual Progress Review and Planning Workshop attended by Regional Council representatives at Keetmanshoop. Facilitated by MURD, the five-day workshop aims to reflect on […]
The Namibia Special Risk Insurance Association (NASRIA) has urged state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to work together to support government efforts. Ndapona Schleberger, NASRIA’s Executive Marketing and Sales Manager, made this appeal during a stakeholders’ engagement in Lüderitz. NASRIA, a state-owned entity, offers coverage under its Political Violence and Terrorism product, protecting against property damage and financial […]
Livestock herders and local community members in Okashana kuUkongo waNehale have taken matters into their own hands by dismantling illegal fences erected by individuals claiming large portions of grazing land. The group had earlier petitioned Oshikoto Governor Penda Ya Ndakolo and the Land Board to remove these fences by 13 September. They warned that if […]
The Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund is set to launch its “MVA Fund on Wheels” outreach program in the Zambezi Region on Monday. The initiative aims to promote road safety awareness and provide support to underserved communities. In a media statement, MVA Fund CEO Rosalia Martins-Hausiku emphasized that the program will bring essential services directly […]
Members of the Mine Workers Union of Namibia (MUN) Northern Region branch have been cautioned to steer clear of tribalism and internal conflicts. This warning was issued by the union’s Acting Vice President, Mbidhi Shavuka, during the 13th Northern Regional Biennial Conference held in Tsumeb. Shavuka expressed concern that tribalism, corruption, and favoritism are creating […]
