The number of flood-affected households in the Ohangwena Region continues to increase. As of Tuesday, 183 households are submerged, displacing 977 people who are now accommodated at six flood relocation centres. Among those relocated are 139 children under the age of five and 35 lactating mothers. Visiting the relocation centres, the governor of Ohangwena Region […]
The new chairperson of the Erongo Regional Council said he will tackle disunity among councillors during his term. The Walvis Bay Rural Councillor Donatus Tegako was elected on Tuesday. IPC’s Tegako replaced Swapo Party’s and Arandis Councillor Benita Imbamba after a vote of no confidence was expressed in her leadership for allegedly sowing division in […]
The Minister of Information and Communication Technology has emphasised the need for Namibians to document their own history, especially regarding the 1904-1908 genocide and colonial era. Speaking at the 2025 Africa Tour on Understanding Namibia, Emma Theofelus suggested using creative mediums like film production to authentically depict Namibia’s history, which is often written by outsiders. […]
Sibbinda Constituency is the latest to receive fibre connectivity from Telecom Namibia. Connected to the internet now are the constituency office, the health centre, and the education circuit. Acting Technical Manager for Telecom in the Zambezi Region, Vennetty Kabunga, says that despite the constituency only implementing fibre connectivity this year, they are happy with the […]
Rundu-rural constituency councillor in the Kavango East Region, Paulus Mbangu, says that while the country has been liberated from external control, focus must now be placed on securing economic sovereignty. Mbangu addressed the belated independence celebrations held at Kayengona Village over the weekend. “True independence is not merely the absence of foreign rule; it is […]
Stanley Similo, the Director General of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation, urged radio managers and media planners to exemplify leadership in their roles. He made these remarks at the opening of a four-day workflow workshop at the radio headquarters in the capital, which begins today. Similo emphasized that effective leadership starts with self-discipline and setting a […]
The Zeraeua Traditional Authority has expressed gratitude for the continued development taking place at the Omatjete settlement in the Erongo Region. The Chairperson of the Traditional Authority, Fabianus Uaseuapuani, explained that this follows a N$29-million water pipeline upgrade, rural electrification, road improvements, and a Build Together housing project. Uaseuapuani stated that when completed, the upgrade […]
Deputy Prime Minister Natangwe Ithete visited flood victims at the Ehenye Resettlement Centre in Oshakati, Oshana Region, as part of his assessment of flood conditions in the north, a task assigned by Head of State Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Ithete expressed satisfaction with the provision of basic necessities for the flood victims at the centre. Currently, there […]
The Oshikoto Region has experienced significant damage to homes and mahangu fields due to heavy rain and flooding from neighboring Angola. According to Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi, the constituencies of Oniipa, Olukonda, Omuntele, and Onayena have been particularly hard hit. Aerial views of the affected areas reveal widespread damage, leaving many residents in need of […]
Environment, Forestry and Tourism Minister Indileni Daniel emphasised the importance of ensuring that wildlife resources benefit communities near conservancies. She noted that tourism concessions in national parks should also provide economic benefits to rural communities, fostering income generation, improved livelihoods, and job creation. Minister Daniel made these remarks at the Etosha King Nehale Lodge in […]
