Leader of the National Democratic Party and MP Martin Lukato has called on the new administration to reaffirm its promise of increasing the old-age pension grant. Lukato delivered his maiden address in the National Assembly today. Lukato, a former police officer and ex-UN envoy with United Nations peacekeeping missions, said the promise to raise the […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has congratulated Gabon’s president-elect, General Brice Oligui Nguema. In a letter to Nguema, President Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirmed commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and to collaborating on advancing the economic and trade relations between Namibia and Gabon. She expressed confidence that under Nguema’s leadership, the Gabonese people will continue to hold the positive and […]
Trade union leaders from across Africa have gathered in Windhoek for a strategic meeting to prepare for the upcoming International Labour Conference (ILC). The meeting takes place amid growing concerns over workers’ rights, economic pressures, and the evolving nature of work on the continent. Hosted by the Trade Union Congress of Namibia (TUCNA), the two-day […]
The public has been urged to be vigilant against social media posts attributing false statements to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. The Presidency issued the caution following the circulation of social media posts and online articles alleging that President Nandi-Ndaitwah has ordered the deportation of over 500 American nationals on the grounds of visa reciprocity. Several social […]
The Minister of Education, Innovation, Sport, Youth, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, in her maiden address, pledged to lead with honesty and conviction by committing to crafting policies that safeguard vulnerable people while opposing wasteful expenditure even if it means challenging powerful interests. Born and raised in Karasburg in the South, Steenkamp began her career […]
In his inaugural contribution to the 2025/26 national budget debate, IPC Member of Parliament Milunga Lizazi advocated for a modest yet impactful allocation aimed at enhancing access to justice, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Lizazi expressed concern over the increasing number of unresolved cases in magistrate courts, highlighting that many accused individuals, especially in […]
Swapo MP Clemencia Coetzee has called on the government to fast-track the delivery of affordable and inclusive housing across Namibia. Coetzee, who hails from the ||Kharas Region, began her political journey with the Swapo Party at just 17 years old. She expressed a firm commitment to uphold the party’s values of inclusivity and development throughout […]
Walvis Bay Rural Constituency Councillor Donatus Tegako is the new Chairperson of the Erongo Regional Council, following an election in the chamber. Tegako, who is on the ticket of the Independent Patriots for Change, replaces Arandis Councillor and Swapo Party’s Benita Imbamba. A motion of a vote of no confidence on Imbamba was tabled on […]
The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy called on staff members to create plans to ensure sustainable mining practices and industrial development. Natangwe Ithete says the ministry’s policies must safeguard the optimal use of Namibia’s natural resources to support employment creation. Ithete addressed staff members of the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, gathered at […]
China’s President Xi Jinping has reiterated his commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation with Namibia under the leadership of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. That country’s Ambassador, Zhao Weiping, conveyed this and other felicitations from President Xi to Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House on Monday.
