The |Khomas Regional Council, in collaboration with the City Police, has commenced Operation Back to School. The initiative is aimed at ensuring that motorists transporting learners to school prioritise their safety at all times. The City Police had set up roadblocks in various locations of Windhoek to assess the condition of vehicles and drivers responsible […]
The decade-old vacancy of the CEO position at the Kalkrand Village Council has hindered development, causing delays in governance and infrastructure projects. This includes significant backlogs in projects like the council office, electricity supply and sewer system upgrades, with some areas still not connected to the main line. Since taking on the role of CEO […]
DNA tests have confirmed that the remains found in Lake Guinas last week are those of O’Linn Nauyoma, a learner who disappeared in the lake during a school excursion. His father, Cornelius Nauyoma, says they can now bury their son’s remains. After sleepless nights for the past four months, the confirmation of the remains brings […]
At just 35, Eldina Emma Gaweses has become a symbol of resilience and hope in her community at Walvis Bay. Raised by her grandmother in an extended family setting, Gaweses’ selflessness has touched the lives of many, despite her struggles. Early last year, Eldina Gaweses opened a community soup kitchen at Walvis Bay, without any […]
The Ratepayers Association, formerly known as the Katutura Residents Committee, has updated the community on the ongoing legal battle with the City of Windhoek. The next court appearance slated for the 6th of February in the High Court has to do with the abolishment of the contract with Red Force Debt Management, the defective billing […]
The European Union has availed a grant of N$43 million to civil society organisations (CSOs) towards inclusive green growth. The grant will fund the strengthening of CSOs in contributing to policy debates on sustainable energy and extractive industries. The EU has also launched projects which will be funded under its bilateral programme aimed at strengthening […]
Police Chief Josef Shikongo has reassured Namibians that the police is an impartial force, mandated to serve all Namibians. Lieutenant General Shikongo said the police do not look at an individual’s social or political status before attending to a complaint. The police Inspector General made the remarks when he briefed the media on the force’s […]
Affiliates of the National Youth Council (NYC) gathered at the council’s head office to voice their dissatisfaction with the appointment of an interim board. Upon arrival, the group found the building locked, with police stationed on the premises. They had planned to hold a media conference early in the morning but were denied access due […]
Residents of Keetmanshoop have united in prayer against crime. Congregants from various church denominations gathered at the central park on Sunday to pray together. Addressing the prayer service, Mayor Annelize Knaus, who organized the event, pledged her support to all stakeholders in their efforts to combat crime. “We are here to seek divine guidance and […]
The past decade has been reported as the hottest on record, with 2024 emerging as the warmest year to date. Therefore, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has called for immediate, robust action against climate change. It states that 2024 is the first year in which the global average temperature exceeded 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. In […]
