Former footballer and current employee at the Office of the Prime Minister, Lolo Goraseb, stood in chains at the entrance of his employer’s office. Goraseb is concerned about the structural independence and integrity of Namibia’s public service management. He criticised the current positioning of the Public Service Commission under the Office of the Prime Minister, […]
The Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Ben Nangombe, said plans are ongoing to address inequities and constraints to accessing health facilities. Also to be reviewed is the conduct of healthcare workers and perceived shortcomings in project management. Ben Nangombe addressed the opening of the ‘2025 to 2031 Strategic Plan Workshop’ […]
The Ministry of Works and Transport bid farewell to its former minister, John Mutorwa, who retired, while also welcoming the incoming minister, Veikko Nekundi. The event highlighted the dedication and service demonstrated by Mutorwa throughout his tenure while embracing a new chapter under Minister Nekundi’s leadership, with a focus on the growth and development of […]
Heavy rains in and around Omaruru have caused the Omaruru River to flood its banks, leading to significant damage to nearby properties, including guesthouses. The Kashana Guesthouse was particularly affected, with its fencing destroyed and water entering guest rooms, forcing some guests to check out. “The water came near the entrance; some left and put […]
Deputy headman at Okaamatutjindo village in the Okakarara Constituency, Kapenauarue Katjiveri, has called on farming communities in most parts of the country to find alternatives to save and preserve rainwater for later use. Katjiveri said that his village has recorded close to 500 mm of rainfall during this rainy season, which is a record in […]
After years of enduring drought conditions, the recent rains have brought hope to livestock farmers who expect a more stable and prosperous future. The Keetmanshoop nbc News team spoke to some farmers about their thoughts on the good rains that have brought much-needed relief to them, transforming dry landscapes into lush greenery. The drought conditions […]
The latest police figures indicate that 99 people have died on Namibia’s roads between January and the 23rd of March. Head of NamPol’s Traffic Law Enforcement, Commissioner Petrus Swartz, said 632 accidents caused injury to 1,018 people. Commissioner Swartz urges road users to strictly adhere to traffic rules to prevent accidents. “I would like to […]
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has given an update on the flash floods that hit Kalkrand Village. Dr. Ngurare reported that heavy rainfall throughout Monday night caused significant damage to properties, disrupted daily life and led to the closure of schools. In response, the Office of the Prime Minister, along with the Hardap Regional Council and […]
In the wake of recent disruptions along the Windhoek-Rehoboth corridor, the Ministry of Works and Transport, in collaboration with the Roads Authority, has embarked on constructing a permanent two-way bypass to restore seamless connectivity between the two localities. This follows complaints received from Rehoboth residents. Acknowledging the challenges faced by commuters, Minister of Works and […]
The need for practical steps to address economic challenges faced by Namibians topped the discussions at the budget dialogue facilitated by the Economic Association of Namibia. Panellists expressed a shared urgency for immediate action. The dialogue convened by economists, policymakers, academics, and civil society representatives argued that the experimental phase should have ended. Namibia’s economic […]
