Residents of Kap N Bou and Blikkiesdorp have petitioned the Grootfontien Municipality to act hastily on addressing the lack of proper sanitation, water, and electricity, clean up filthy streets, as well as address the lack of fire brigade services at the settlements. The residents petitioned under the banner of the Landless People’s Movement (LPM). “The […]

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Peter Katjavivi, described his late wife, Jane, as a social justice advocate and a strong promoter of literature who dedicated her life to preserving Namibian heritage.  Professor Katjavivi made these remarks at the launch of her posthumous memoir, “Undisciplined Heart,” in Windhoek. The biography recounts Jane Katjavivi’s early years […]

The more than 200 shack owners who lost their homes in a massive fire at Walvis Bay have appealed to the municipality to give them plots. The shack fire victims say congested residential areas are death traps during fire outbreaks. According to the Erongo Police statement, a fire broke out on Friday at around 18:30 […]

The new regulations and the National Arts Council Bill will change the landscape of the creatives in the country. The bill, currently in draft, covers decentralisation, governance, royalties for artists, and monetisation of digital content.  Speaking at the Government Information Centre, the Chairperson of the National Art Council of Namibia, Cisle Jacobs, said financial resources […]

Indonesia celebrated its 79th anniversary of independence. At the celebration, the country reaffirmed its bond with Namibia and their people. The Indonesian Ambassador to Namibia, Wisnu Edi Pratignyo, highlighted that the relationship between his country and Namibia has strengthened in recent years through various political, economic, and socio-cultural engagements. Pratignyo also commended the Government of […]

Erongo Governor Neville Andre said the government’s goal is to inspire young Namibians to seriously consider pursuing careers in the maritime sector, which is crucial for economic growth and development. Andre added that this is especially important given the emerging industries of oil and gas and green hydrogen, which necessitate building the maritime capacity for […]

The Chief Executive Officer of the Electricity Control Board says the government has no intentions to generate revenue from the electricity industry.  Robert Kahimise said this at the Regional Energy Regulator Association (RERA) of Southern Africa in Windhoek.  Kahimise was responding to media questions on why electricity rates are high and whether the government wants […]