The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation has renamed its radio Studio 3 in memory of the late Alexander Jarimbovandu Kaputu. Kaputu was one of Namibia’s longest-serving radio journalists and a respected narrator of Ovaherero history and culture. The unveiling ceremony occurred at the nbc radio headquarters, celebrating Dr. Kaputu, who passed away on March 10, 2021, at […]
In the northern Kunene Region, over five Traditional Authorities have been seeking formal recognition from the government for more than 30 years. During a meeting at State House with Senior Presidential Special Advisor Christine ||Hoebes, a delegation representing these Traditional Authorities appealed to the Presidency regarding their situation. The delegation stated that they represent approximately […]
John Haufiku, Chief of Corporate Communications at the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund, has raised concerns about the increase in pedestrian-related accidents, reporting that four to five such incidents occur each week. Data released by the Fund in June revealed a 15% increase in pedestrian-related crashes, rising from 435 to 501. Injuries also surged, from […]
The Union of Sisters of the Roman Catholic Church, in partnership with Scouts Namibia, is appealing to good Samaritans to support an eight-year-old survivor of a brutal family murder at Okatope in the Ohangwena Region in 2019. Rejoice Petrus was only three years old at the time of the incident when her uncle attacked family […]
Lifeline Childline Namibia, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has officially launched their three-year data report and a targeted awareness campaign. This is an effort to protect and empower children with information, promote social behaviour change interventions on online child sexual exploitation and abuse and public transport users. This report is a […]
Rundu residents, particularly children, are dedicated to getting their pets vaccinated against rabies. During a visit by the NBC News team to various vaccination points around Ndama, children were seen bringing their dogs, cats, and guinea pigs for their shots. Kavango East Region state veterinarian Dr. Ludgerus Amushila explains that the children attend these events […]
Renowned Oviritje artist Jane Kavita has died following a long battle with cancer. She died at the Windhoek Central Hospital this week, where she had been admitted for the past three weeks. She was 44. Kavita, who began her music career around 1999, rose to fame as one of the founding members of the popular […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has convened a two-day induction workshop for regional governors, aimed at equipping them with the necessary knowledge and tools to effectively carry out their roles in governance. Presidential Adviser Christine ||Hoebes welcomed the participants, emphasising the importance of the workshop in ensuring governors are fully prepared to lead and remain cognisant of […]
Florian Donatus, chairperson of the Erongo Regional Council, issued a strong appeal for collaboration between the mining, fishing, and business sectors and regional authorities to better support local communities. He made this appeal during the ground-breaking ceremony for a new MSME park in Walvis Bay. Donatus stressed that while several industries operate in the region, […]
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has called on young people to emulate the late former Minister of Works and Transport, Moses Amweelo’s commitment to unity and skills development. Speaking during a visit to the Amweelo family in Windhoek, Ngurare described him as a humble man and a role model to many. Amweelo served as Minister of […]
