The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Namibian Standards Institution (NSI), launched and marked the beginning of an important project aimed at enhancing Namibia’s food safety standards for fishery and canned meat products. The inception brought together key stakeholders to discuss the project’s work plan, strategise its […]
Some residents of Aminuis have expressed dissatisfaction with the distribution of drought relief aid, which they believe does not adequately address the needs of people in the area. Livestock farming, particularly cattle, goats, and sheep, is the mainstay of the local economy, with many residents engaging in subsistence agriculture. The area’s remoteness and limited access […]
The Dâure Daman community has expressed dissatisfaction with the government, citing unresolved internal issues and alleged neglect. Community representatives claim that their concerns, raised through letters, petitions, and protests since 2023, have not been adequately addressed. In August, the community elders met with Urban and Rural Development Minister Uutoni Erastus and Chief |Gaseb, where they […]
The Christian Welfare Organisation hosted a pre-Christmas lunch for the elderly at Rehoboth. Over a hundred elderly people, as well as members of the Christian Welfare Organisation and the Prime Minister, attended the event that takes place on an annual basis. It was a special occasion for the elderly, as they were not only given […]
The OvaZemba youth held a demonstration in Windhoek to express disappointment in the government for not considering their community’s application for recognition as a traditional authority. Youth members in the OvaZemba community handed over a petition stating that they don’t want to fall under the jurisdiction of the Uukolonkadhi Traditional Authority. The Minister of Urban […]
Tsumkwe Constituency continues to face logistical challenges due to poor road conditions and limited transport infrastructure, affecting the economic growth and business operations in the area. nbc News Senior Reporter Emil Seibeb sat down with Constituency Councillor Johannes Hausiku, who said there is a need for government intervention. Tsumkwe boasts breathtaking scenery, and the land […]
The Windhoek City Police Service (WCPS) celebrated its 18th anniversary, which included the renaming of the Peter Andries De Wet building, which houses the WCPS, in honour of Chief Abraham Kotokeni Kanime. Established in 2004, the service has achieved several milestones, such as installing CCTV cameras, combating crime in communities, and introducing computer-based statistics systems. […]
The Kunene Region is said to be well positioned as a pivotal economic engine to foster prosperity and improve livelihoods for its residents and Namibia at large. However, more still needs to be done in terms of infrastructure, mining, tourism, and communication sectors to unlock the region’s potential. These were the sentiments shared by various […]
The Food and Agriculture Organisation joined the Office of the Governor in the Omaheke Region to address the pressing issue of food insecurity and malnutrition induced by severe drought. Speaking at the official handover of agricultural equipment at Gobabis, Food and Agriculture Organisation Representative, Dr. Diao Qingyun, pledged support in building resilience, including empowering communities […]
Men attending the 4th National Men’s Conference in Rundu described the event as both educational and enlightening. This is the first time the conference has been held in Rundu. Participants from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds gathered in the town for the event, organized by the Ministry of Gender in collaboration with several stakeholders. The conference aimed […]
