The unwillingness of Windhoek’s informal settlement residents to sign lease agreements with the city has delayed the completion of electrification projects. Windhoek Mayor, Queen Kamati, revealed this during the council meeting. Residents must sign a lease agreement with the City of Windhoek to allow orderly neighbourhood development. “Another challenge is that some lessees are not […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has left for Beijing, China, where he will join more than 50 African leaders for the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). The Forum was established to promote equal consultation, enhancing understanding and promoting cooperation among member countries. This year’s summit will be under the theme, ‘Joining Hands to Advance Modernisation and Building […]
The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, says technology will not flourish without an enabling environment. Theofelus, who was speaking at the inaugural tech hub conference at the Ongwediva Trade Fair, said the government will ensure that operators fully take on the advent of technology for the country’s people. The inaugural event held […]
Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah handed over 11 earth dams to the villagers of Onaiwala and Onyeka in the Oshana Region. The Vice President says the earth dams will not only bring relief to livestock farmers but will also boost agricultural activities, as livestock moved up to 25 kilometres to get to the nearest water point. […]
Oshikoto Governor Penda Ya Ndakolo says that the theme ‘Unity of purpose for a stronger Oshikoto’ showcased a period of remarkable progress and development across various sectors. These include economic growth projects, infrastructure development, and social welfare, all driven by a commitment towards unity and collective progress in the region. During his State of the […]
The One Economy Foundation is looking at expanding services and programmes offered at its Katutura-based Be Free Youth Campus. Its Executive Chairperson, Monica Geingos, says the decision is informed by the growing needs of young people across Namibia. Geingos shared some of the plans during the One Economy Foundation’s fundraising gala dinner in Windhoek. A […]
Kalkfeld residents can now make their own bricks, following the handover of a brick-making project by the Otjozondjupa Regional Council. Situated about 70 km from Otjiwarongo, Kalkfeld is a settlement with more than 5,000 inhabitants. This growth over the years has resulted in the increased need for housing, hence the idea of a brickmaking business. […]
This year’s Oktoberfest organisers are promising another exhilarating experience. The festival aims to bring families from all walks of life together to create lasting memories. The festival, which is in its 64th year, has grown over the years from hundreds to thousands of attendees. Last year alone, they attracted 7,000 people. This year’s festival will […]
Students at the International University of Namibia’s (IUM) satellite campus at Nkurenkuru kicked off the four-day Annual Cultural Festival under the theme “The Echoes of the Past: Embracing Our Diverse Cultures.” At the official start of the event, Victoria Hakandume, the acting director of the Nkurenkuru campus, encouraged students and attendees to preserve their cultures. […]
When he took over as the Governor of the Ohangwena Region, two critical issues needed Sebastian Ndeitunga’s attention: a lack of potable water and a poor road network, areas which he prioritised. In less than a year, Ndeitunga has now reported to the residents progress made in these areas and others during the State of […]
