The Institute for Public Policy and Research (IPPR), led by Executive Director Graham Hopwood, is calling on Namibia to join the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI). This global standard aims to promote openness and accountability in sectors like mining, oil, gas, and other natural resources. If Namibia joins EITI, companies operating in these sectors would […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has underscored the significance of documenting the lives of political leaders, describing their stories as integral to Namibia’s history. He made these remarks during the launch of the authorized autobiography of the late President Hage Geingob, titled Whispers of Freedom: The Political Odyssey of Hage G. Geingob, penned by Dr. Audrin Mathe. […]
A Walvis Bay woman wants to make a significant impact in her community, as she is about to embark on a new journey as a volunteer aboard the Logos Hope Ship. Logos Hope is the world’s largest floating book fair and educational programme. It travels around the world to share knowledge, help, and hope with […]
The chairperson of the Forum of German-speaking Namibians, Harald Hecht, bemoaned the “lack of transparency and feedback” regarding the ongoing genocide negotiations between Germany and Namibia. Hecht’s remarks come amid continued negotiations surrounding the genocide of the Herero and Nama people. Hecht pointed to the lack of transparency and feedback as the primary hurdles in […]
Residents along Independence Avenue in Windhoek’s Katutura residential area have raised concerns over continuous water wastage, as city sprinklers have been left running for nearly two weeks. Edna Muariani, a resident in the area, told nbc News that a city official turned on the sprinklers last Monday, and they have been running ever since. “I […]
A recent exemption from the Public Procurement Act enabled the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc) to achieve full national connectivity using cost-effective solutions aligned with national development goals. ICT Minister Emma Theofelus outlined that with an N$80 million allocation, the public broadcaster managed to expand its network and upgrade systems. “The national broadcaster plans to transition […]
The Namibian Defence Force (NDF) has commenced the pre-selection process for candidates shortlisted for the current intake. Over 240 shortlisted candidates took part in the series of basic training tests at Katima Mulilo. The tests included a general English written exam, followed by physical assessments consisting of a 2.4-kilometre run, which candidates were required to […]
Unrehabilitated sand mining pits continue to pose a threat to both human lives and those of their livestock in many areas in north-central Namibia. While the sand mining business has proven to be a lucrative undertaking for those at its forefront, it comes with damning environmental challenges and a threat to human lives. In a […]
There are efforts to safeguard the integrity of electronic transactions and support the growth of a robust and inclusive digital economy. The Electronic Information Systems Management Advisory Council of the ICT Minister is having a two-day planning and retreat in Windhoek to enhance the country’s cybersecurity measures. The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma […]
US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will withdraw from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and cease funding the United Nations Relief and Works Agency. The announcement is published on the official White House website. Trump’s executive order mandates the termination of the office of the U.S. Representative to the […]
