The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc) says it will cover all political party and entity manifestos on all its platforms. In 2014, the nbc adopted a policy framework for elections, which has guided the national broadcaster in providing equal and fair broadcasting airtime to all political parties. “We also have the Broadcast Code, which is regulated […]
The All People’s Party’s Linus Muchila was sworn in today by Justice Dave Smuts as a member of Parliament in the National Assembly. Muchila replaces Erastus Shuumbwa, who resigned from the National Assembly. Muchila, who also serves as the Vice President of the All People’s Party, acknowledged the limited time available ahead of the upcoming […]
Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services, Utjiua Muinjangue, has raised concerns about the increasing abuse of alcohol and drugs among young people. She linked this growing crisis to the rising unemployment rate. In support of a motion advocating for more affordable and accessible rehabilitation centers, some MPs called on the government to integrate vocational […]
Junior MPs in the National Council voiced their worries about government schools’ poor infrastructure as well as a lack of hostels, highlighting their impact on the learning environment. Infrastructure is a contributing factor when it comes to education. However, MP Sam Malenga raised concerns about unhygienic and dilapidated sanitation facilities. Malenga called on private stakeholders to […]
Adjustments to Human-Wildlife Conflict Self-Reliance Scheme compensation came into effect this month. The compensation plan aims to provide greater financial support to individuals affected by human-wildlife conflict. In his ministerial address in the National Assembly, the Minister of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta, attributed the rising conflicts between humans and wildlife to increased populations […]
The president of the Rally for Democracy and Progress, Mike Kavekotora, and Vice President Kennedy Shekupakela retained their respective positions at the recently held 4th National Ordinary Convention in Rundu. At the same convention, Cecil Nguvauva was elected as the party’s Secretary General, deputised by Methumo Nghimwena. This was revealed at an RDP media briefing […]
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 […]
