The Independent Patriot for Change (IPC) has resolved to designate a representative as the leader of the official opposition in the National Assembly, despite its ongoing legal concerns about the constitutionality of the position. During a media briefing, the party leader, Dr. Panduleni Itula, explained that while they maintain their stance that the position of […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is happy with the cooperation of local communities in flood-hit regions, as the government is working to mitigate the impact. Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah says she received reports from governors in the different regions, reaffirming the government’s efforts in line with the Disaster Risk Management policies. The President made the remarks during a courtesy […]
The Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs welcomed the newly appointed Deputy Minister, Dr. Charles Mubita, and Executive Director, Annely Haiphene, at its headquarters. Staff members also bid farewell to the former Deputy Minister, Hilma Nicanor, and the former Executive Director, Wilhelmine Shivute. The Minister of Defence, Frans Kapofi, acknowledged the dedication and service of […]
The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform said his office’s work will be completed once every farmer is considered a commercial farmer. Dr. Mac Hengari remarked this at an introductory meeting to set the tone for his tenure, highlighting the ministry’s core mandate of ensuring food security and self-sufficiency for Namibia. Hengari addressed […]
The Independent Patriots for Change’s (IPC) Rodney Cloete said the 2025/26 national budget leaves limited fiscal space for developmental programmes. Cloete said the over N$106 billion budget reveals the government’s priorities amidst significant trade-offs. Personnel expenditure alone is estimated at N$30 to N$40 billion, which represents approximately 32% to 43% of the total budget. Combined […]
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is studying the recommendations of the final report of the 5th Boundaries, Delimitation and Demarcation Commission. Press Secretary at the Presidency, Dr. Alfredo Hengari, said the President is also considering a number of aspects of the report. The 5th Boundaries, Delimitation, and Demarcation Commission, headed by retired Judge Petrus Unengu, submitted the […]
International Relations and Trade Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says the United States’ new tariff policy is likely to reduce Namibian exports to the North American country. US President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on 60 countries, including Namibia, which will now pay 21 percent more to export goods to the US. Delivering a ministerial statement in […]
The Minister of Urban and Rural Development has warned that water and electricity supplies to defaulting municipal customers may soon be disconnected, as the ministry prepares to tackle the countrywide crisis of damaged roads caused by heavy rains. James Sankwasa was responding to concerns raised by Swapo Party MP Tobie Aupindi, who described the potholes […]
Political movements have united in grief and condemnation following the shocking murder of six family members in the town of Usakos on Saturday. The victims, identified as Elizabeth !Naruses, Finney !Naruses, Raunisia Boer, Ibraha Gabriel, Rachel Boer, and Emie Gabriel, were killed, and their bodies were also set on fire. The incident has sent shockwaves […]
The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Dr. Elsie Nghikembua, says that the supplementary registration of voters is not merely a procedural step but a commitment to inclusivity and representation as outlined in the Electoral Act. While addressing voter registration officials for the upcoming by-election, Dr. Nghikembua reminded them that the integrity and security of the […]
