The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has spoken out against the removal of the Katima Mulilo Town Council, saying the decision by the minister goes against the Constitution. In a statement, the IPC said the Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa, acted outside of the law when he dissolved the council. The party […]
The Governor of ||Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has expressed concern over more than 30 allocated resettlement farms in the region that remain lying idle. Governor Gertze voiced his concern during the courtesy visit paid to his office by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Urban and Rural Development and Land Reform. The committee is busy conducting […]
The Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has announced the death of Veueza Kandjii-Tjombonde, who died on Friday after collapsing at the pre-launch of the Namibian Women in Aviation initiative. Kandjii-Tjombonde served as the personal secretary to the executive director of the NCAA. Tjombonde was a well-known face in the aviation industry, having worked for Air […]
Governor of the Otjozondjupa Region, John ||Khamuseb, paid a visit to residents of the Okahandja informal settlement, who raised their concerns with him regarding land allocation and service delivery. ||Khamuseb offered the residents a platform to raise their concerns, stating that he has heard their pleas. Some complained about a lack of police presence, stating […]
Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has expressed gratitude to the Namibian people for their well-wishes and continued support over the decades. In an interview with NBC News at his Okanghudi residence, Pohamba reflected on his life journey. The village where he currently resides holds special significance for the former president, as it is where he was […]
An event aimed at supporting the upcoming Mega Hackathon, under the recently launched Comprehensive Digital Strategy, gathered a range of contributions from participants, including both financial and non-monetary pledges. The initiative of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology aims to drive innovation and digital transformation. The broader goal of the Comprehensive Digital Strategy seeks […]
Walvis Bay’s Narraville residents have raised alarm over rising crime and drug abuse within their community. At a recent engagement meeting, locals also voiced frustration over the slow response to calls for help by law enforcement. Narraville community members said crime and drug abuse are spiralling out of control. They also expressed concern over homeless […]
Frustration is boiling over as residents from Arandis, Walvis Bay and Swakopmund demand urgent action against what they describe as widespread corruption and mismanagement at the Erongo Regional Council. The uproar comes in the wake of the council’s refusal to reinstate Arandis Constituency Councillor, Swapo’s Benitha Imbamba, as chairperson as ordered by the High Court. […]
Swakop Uranium workers are at loggerheads with the company over benefits under the continuous operation shift arrangement. The company is exempt from the labour law that allows workers to operate 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. The exemption, however, expired a week ago, and the employees have been working from Monday to Friday […]
Residents of Katutura Central have accused their councillor, Rodman Katjaimo, of neglecting their needs and failing to deliver on his promises. At a heated Khomas Regional Council public information session, community members criticised the councillor’s availability. Residents also questioned the promised public Wi-Fi, pointing out that Katutura Central is the only constituency without internet access […]
