Auditor General Julius Kandjeke’s latest report on the City of Windhoek’s finances has identified several significant issues. Notably, the report revealed inflated employee costs exceeding N$72 million in 2023 and N$24 million in 2022. This overstatement stemmed from a 5% salary increase implemented by the municipality, which was contrary to the 3% increase approved by […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has pleaded with the Ovambanderu community to continue promoting peace and unity. This message was contained in a speech delivered on his behalf at the Ovambanderu 100th Commemoration Day, commemorated at Omauezonjanda Village in the Omaheke Region. Delivering the President’s speech, the Director General of the National Planning Commission highlighted the […]
Namibia is well-positioned to capitalise on the European Union’s regulatory frameworks to boost its global economic standing, particularly through initiatives such as the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, and the EU Deforestation Regulation. The two-day Namibia-EU Trade and Sustainability Conference will serve as a key platform for discussing the […]
Frustrated by ongoing service shortages, residents of Groot |Aub have once again petitioned the City of Windhoek. They demand immediate action to address service delivery, such as electricity. According to the Windhoek Rural Councillor, Piet Adams, a lack of basic utilities is exacerbating poverty and inequality in the area. The petition calls for the restoration […]
There is a need for concerted efforts to address the threat of water scarcity in the country. It is for this reason that stakeholders are attending a National Scientific, Cultural, and Creative Forum on the Future of Water to develop solutions. Namibia has experienced drought for three consecutive years, and the water shortage is at […]
The Oshakati Town Council has upgraded the Uukwangula Settlement to a township after acquiring the settlement from the Oshana Regional Council. The township will now benefit from all municipal services. Speaking at the handover ceremony, Oshana Governor Elia Irimari said the transition signifies more than an administrative change, reflecting a focus on essential services expanded […]
The Epukiro Post Drive Centenary Celebration Committee has announced the start of the celebration. This week-long series of events celebrates 100 years since the courageous journey led by Ombara Katookui Hoveka, who guided the Ovambanderu and Ovaherero people from concentration camps to establish a new future in Epukiro. The celebration is themed “From Despair to […]
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation has extended condolences to the family and friends of its former employee, Japie Beukes, who died last Friday. The 62-year-old Jacobus Beukes, better known as Japie, joined the nbc as a Telex Operator in 1988. Beukes served the broadcaster in various capacities, including Chief Telex Operator and Chief of Buildings and […]
The Ovaherero Traditional Authority has welcomed the postponement of the inauguration of the Hosea Kutako Homestead Shrine and Memorial Museum by President Nangolo Mbumba. This development came after the OTA urged the government to recognise the historical importance of the Kutako Homestead by ensuring the ceremony reflects the legacy of the late Paramount Chief Hosea […]
The National Housing Enterprise (NHE) built 516 houses in the 2023/2024 financial year, facilitating homeownership for middle- to low-income earners. The demand for affordable housing remains high, with many families still relying on rentals or living in informal settlements lacking basic services. Mutonga Matali, NHE’s Corporate Communications Manager, stated that NHE has reactivated its Excess […]
