The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health, Social Welfare, and Labour Affairs paid a visit to Oshakati Intermediate Hospital in the Oshana Region. During the meeting, the committee learnt about the challenges and achievements in the Oshana directorate of health from Johanna Haimene, the Director of Health, and some senior staff members. Haimene singled out the […]
The Erongo Regional Council is refusing to reinstate Arandis Constituency councillor, Benitha Imbamba, as Chairperson, despite a High Court order. The Council held a special meeting at Swakopmund. The meeting was called to decide on the verdict by the High Court to reinstate Councillor Benitha Imbamba after she was removed from her position as Chairperson. […]
The Walvis Bay community has called on the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development to take over the affairs of the town. The community led by businessman Cobus van Schalkwyk invited the Deputy Minister Evelyn Nawases-Taeyele and Swapo Party Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa. In his opening remarks, Cobus van Schalkwyk said the meeting, which was […]
SADC leaders are set to review progress in the implementation of the SADC Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan, RISDP 2020-2030, during the 45th upcoming ordinary summit of Heads of State and Government. The summit will take place in Antananarivo, Madagascar, on 17th August under the incoming Chairperson, President Andry Rajoelina. During the summit, Malagasy President […]
Windhoek Mayor, Ndeshihafela Larandja, has expressed disappointment over the low turnout by residents at pre-stakeholder engagement meetings. The sessions aim to inform residents about the city’s operations, ongoing challenges and achievements across various departments. Mayor Larandja emphasised that such meetings are crucial, not only for transparency but also for fostering public participation.. “To give you […]
Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has called on Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa to remain steadfast and resolute in her leadership, urging her to become a force for positive transformation in the region. Hamutumwa paid a courtesy call on the 89-year-old former statesman at his home in Okaghudi Village. Pohamba emphasised the urgent need to address key […]
The National Road Safety Council (NRSC) is reviewing its outdated road safety strategy to suit the current environment. The review is taking place at Swakopmund. The review is being attended by stakeholders from the Health Ministry, the MVA Fund and municipalities. NRSC Chairperson Eliphas !Owos-Oab said Namibia must move beyond treating today’s challenges with outdated […]
Namibia’s vision of an inclusive and advanced digital and telecommunication landscape is steadily becoming a reality. This development follows the launch of the National Digital Strategy and National Emergency Telecommunications Plan by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies, which are aimed at transforming the country’s digital future and improving emergency response systems. By integrating […]
Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi delivered his maiden State of the Region Address at Omuthiya under the theme “Purposeful Action Towards a People-Driven Development”. In his address, Kathindi highlighted the region’s developmental progress and its potential to become “an unstoppable force for change”. Kathindi emphasised the importance of land as the cornerstone of development. He said […]
The National Unity Democratic Organisation (NUDO) has announced reconciliation among previously divided party factions. NUDO’s Vice President and party leaders emphasised unity, healing, and a commitment to moving forward together. Key highlights at a recent media conference include a court settlement agreement that allows current leadership to remain in place until a legitimate Congress can […]
