The Kavango East Region’s Income Generating Activity Programme under the Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare is underfunded and unable to cover all six constituencies. The programme aims to empower communities by providing materials and equipment to start or improve their businesses. In the 2016/2017 financial year, the Kavango East Region received over N$107,000 […]
The Mayor of Windhoek, Ndeshihafela Larandja, has urged motorists to be more considerate of cyclists and pedestrians when using the roads. Her remarks came after alarming statistics from the MVA Fund revealed that 77 cyclists were involved in vehicle collisions, resulting in 72 injuries since January of this year. Larandja said the city has conducted […]
The continuous raging fire in the Etosha National Park has destroyed approximately 30% of the grazing land. A media statement signed by Acting Vice President Lucia Witbooi indicates that no state of emergency has been declared yet, and a decision will be taken once all information is obtained. During the past 3 days, the fire […]
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has handed over human-wildlife conflict management and alternative income-related infrastructure and equipment to households at Oshakati. Communities in the North Central Regions frequently face wildlife conflicts that threaten their livestock, crops, infrastructure and endanger their lives. This prompted the establishment of the poverty-orientated support to community conservations in […]
Oshiwambo language final-year students at the University of Namibia (UNAM) hosted a cultural festival called Oshipe as part of their continuous assessment marks. The festival showcased various traditional activities such as dramas, songs, dances, food and drinks. The group explained that the aim of the festival is to promote and preserve Oshiwambo culture, while also […]
The Minister of Justice and Labour Relations, Wise Immanuel, has highlighted progress made by his ministry over the past 6 years during a cabinet committee briefing at the Government Information Centre (GIC). The ministry has issued 30 compliance orders, 20 of which are now under appeal. “We have also managed to successfully resolve over 2,100 […]
At Outapi in the Omusati Region, officials held a handover ceremony for certificates of landhold titles under the Flexible Land Tenure system, where over 200 project beneficiaries from Outapi received their certificates. The Flexible Land Tenure system, established under Act 4 of 2012, is an innovative legal framework designed to provide affordable, accessible and secure […]
Namibia’s Vice President Lucia Witbooi has reiterated the call on citizens to speak out when facing life challenges, saying the country cannot afford to remain silent in the face of rising mental health struggles. This came as Lifeline/ChildLine celebrated its 45th anniversary in Windhoek. Witbooi said Namibians must embrace the culture of talking when confronted […]
The remains of the late Jackson Kaujeua Jr. arrived in the country today, where he was received by close family members and fellow artists at Hosea Kutako International Airport. The sombre arrival drew an emotional gathering as loved ones and colleagues paid their respects to the acclaimed artist, who passed away in Norway on September […]
Volunteers at Keetmanshoop gathered for the National Clean-up campaign, aimed at fostering a cleaner and healthier environment. Neglected waste and pollution pose significant health risks, impacting air quality, water sources, and overall public health. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, along with the Office of the ||Kharas Governor and local volunteers, participated in the […]
