A Namibian delegation, comprising Nangula Geingos, the eldest daughter of the late President Hage Geingob, and Swapo Party Youth League Central Committee members, is in Venezuela to attend the World Conference on Anti-Fascism. The World Congress will also honour the late President Geingob. Geingos and Swapo Party Youth League Central Committee members Cleophas Nekundi and […]
The leader of a NUDO faction, Barry Rukoro, unveiled his priorities as Utjiua Muinjangue, the incumbent president, firmly asserts her position. Rukoro’s election followed the appointment of an interim committee on August 18th by the traditional chiefs, Kainamatui, and branch coordinators. “They accomplished this successfully, and I am honoured to lead the party as its […]
UNESCO has emphasised the importance of digital technology in schools. Speaking to members of the Junior National Council, Fenny Namutenya, who represented UNESCO Country Representative Eunice Smith, outlined both the benefits and challenges of integrating digital tools into education. Digital technologies provide great opportunities for learners, such as access to a vast amount of information, […]
Namibia’s decision to cull more than 700 wild animals, including elephants, as part of its drought management strategy has sparked international attention, with many conservationists questioning its ethics and necessity. This was stated by Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) Leader McHenry Venaani while posing questions to the Minister of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta, during […]
The Republican Party (RP) has appealed to President Nangolo Mbumba to show mercy to the Caprivi secessionists, who are still imprisoned 25 years after a failed breakaway attempt in August 1999. “We would like to encourage President Mbumba to lead by letting his heart go out towards those who are in the twilight of their […]
Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP Nico Smit said the Health Professions Bill requires thorough evaluation to ensure that it effectively supports and regulates healthcare professionals without imposing unnecessary barriers and compromising professional standards. Smit pointed out some of the shortcomings, such as the establishment of the Health Professions Council, which he said does not explicitly […]
There was a lively debate in the Junior National Council (JNC) as members talked about how to make the education system better in the future. Members discussed how parents, teachers, learners, and other stakeholders all have roles to play. JNC Member Julia Tsowases emphasised that education requires everyone’s involvement. She stressed that parents should be […]
The 3rd Junior National Council session commenced today. Officially opening the session, Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged the young MPs to engage passionately in their discussions, emphasising that their contributions would shape the future of the country. Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah commended the young MPs for selecting a theme that resonates with the African Union’s aspirations for […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has encouraged the new Heads of Mission to find niche markets for Namibia’s products. They are also expected to assist with the improvement of the country’s global competitiveness rankings. Dr. Mbumba said this as he commissioned three Heads of Mission at State House. The new three Heads of Mission are Selma Nghinamundova, […]
The Namibia-Kenya Diplomatic and Political Consultations concluded today in Windhoek, marking a significant step in deepening cooperation between the two nations. The high-level discussions, co-chaired by Namibia’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Dr. Peya Mushelenga, and Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, focused on enhancing […]
