APP MP Linus Muchila delivers maiden speech

A fairer Namibia, characterised by an educated youth, healthcare, and affordable housing, with sufficient investment in the areas of tourism and renewable energy. This was the vision All People’s Party Member of Parliament Linus Muchila expressed for the nation in delivering his maiden speech in the National Assembly on Wednesday.  Muchila replaced Erastus Shuumbwa, who […]

Japan supports drought relief efforts

Over 4,000 households in the Kunene and Ohangwena regions will receive drought relief aid for six months.  This comes after the United Nations World Food Programme, with support from the Government of Japan, donated N$9 million towards the drought relief programme.  The support by the World Food Programme will provide essential food commodities, as well […]

LPM activities at UNAM campus create commotion

Chaos erupted today at the University of Namibia’s (UNAM) main campus when members of the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) attempted to distribute flyers, which is currently not allowed by the institution. LPM members were distributing flyers when they were blocked by security and police officers from entering the premises. Since UNAM’s ban on political activities […]

Government urged to act on JNC resolutions

The Director in the Office of the National Council’s Chairperson, Petrus Kavhura, has urged the government to act on the resolutions passed by the Junior National Council MPs. Kavhura emphasised the importance of these resolutions and how they should guide future actions. During the session, junior members highlighted the need for parents, teachers, learners, and […]

Malaysia pledges over N$700,000 to support Namibia’s drought relief effort

Acting High Commissioner of Malaysia to Namibia, Mohamad Rameez Yahaya, announced his country’s commitment to assist Namibia in addressing the drought situation. Malaysia will contribute over N$700,000 towards relief efforts. Yahaya said this during Malaysia’s 61st National Day celebration. The theme for this year’s Malaysian national day is Jiwa Merdeka, which means Spirit of Independence. […]

New Ambassadors of France and Venezuela reaffirm commitment to strengthen bilateral ties

The new Heads of Mission representing France and Venezuela reaffirmed their commitment to enhance collaboration across several key sectors.  The Ambassadors said this as they presented their Letters of Credence to President Nangolo Mbumba at State House today. Ambassador of France Cécile Vigneau made a commitment to build on relations established by her predecessor with […]

President Mbumba congratulates President Tebboune on re-election

President Nangolo Mbumba congratulated President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of Algeria on his re-election. President Mbumba highlighted that President Tebboune’s re-election, with 84% of the vote, clearly demonstrates the confidence and trust the people of Algeria have in his leadership and vision. In wishing President Tebboune strength and wisdom in fulfilling his renewed mandate, President Mbumba emphasized […]