Swapo Party MP, Iipumbu Shiimi, gave a report from the Standing Committee on the stakeholders’ interface and oversight workshop held in August, focusing on economy, industry, public administration and planning. The report consisted of recommendations to the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and various public institutions on public service-related matters. One of the recommendations […]
The Kenyan and South African governments are engaging with Ukrainian authorities regarding their nationals who say they are trapped in Donbas and other regions. The two governments are calling for the return of their citizens who were allegedly illegally recruited to fight in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict under the pretext of lucrative contracts. In a […]
The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has confirmed an impairment loss of N$815 million from its investment in the South African-based Signal Structured Finance Fund, following a tax dispute involving the South African Revenue Service. The latest loss has drawn renewed attention to the fund’s history of risky investments. Thirteen years ago, the Development Capital […]
The Minister of Finance has said the government does not borrow money for consumption purposes, adding that domestic revenue is sufficient to cover operational expenses. This was Ericah Shafudah’s response to concerns raised by members of parliament regarding the recently tabled Appropriation Bill. “As a nation, we should acknowledge and appreciate the significant progress made […]
The National Council started its 17th and final session of the 6th term, bringing the 2020-2025 tenure to a close. Its Chairperson, Lukas Muha, has outlined the main agenda and priorities for the session. “During this session, we are expected to deliberate on the Appropriation Amendment Bill, a matter of national significance. Our debate on […]
Given prospects of good rainfall, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has said discussions are on to ensure that schools in floodplain areas do not close during the rainy season. Schools such as Onghala, Ohaingu, Oudjobala and Shingunguma would need urgent intervention to avoid their temporary closures. The President said the Ministry of Works and Transport should come […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Swapo Party members to deliver victory for the party in the November elections. She wants them to maintain the chain to ensure perfect synergy in service delivery. The President made the remarks during the Swapo Party rally held at Eemwandi Domission in the Engela Constituency. Nandi-Ndaitwah, who is also […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has conveyed her sympathies to the citizens and the government of Botswana, along with the grieving family, regarding the death of the former Ambassador of Botswana to the United Nations, Legwaila Joseph Legwaila. In a media statement, Nandi-Ndaitwah said the late Legwaila stood with Namibia not as an outsider, but as an […]
Members of Parliament said agriculture and defence play a vital role and should be prioritised to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and the wellbeing of citizens. The MPs raised concerns regarding the budget reduction in the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs, stating that the sovereignty and security of the state should be one of the […]
Telecom Namibia is strengthening collaboration with government institutions to advance digital transformation and connectivity across the public sector. A two-day annual stakeholders’ engagement between Telecom Namibia and government offices, ministries, and agencies is underway in Swakopmund. Telecom Namibia’s Chief Executive Officer, Stanley Shanapinda, said the state-owned company is using the platform to reset its relationship […]
