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 […]
Resolving disputes originating within Traditional Authorities consumes government time and vital resources that could be directed towards other national priorities. President Nangolo Mbumba emphasized this point, while urging people to respect customary laws and norms and to seek amicable resolutions. Dr. Mbumba made this appeal during his opening speech at the five-day annual meeting of […]
The 3rd Junior National Council (JNC) resumed on Monday, continuing its mission since 2017 to provide a platform for school learners from all 14 regions to discuss pressing youth issues at both regional and national levels. The JNC serves as a voice for school-going youth, offering them a space to express their opinions and debate […]
A new revelation has surfaced that the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) ignored legal advice from the Attorney General’s office before illegally deregistering the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF). This led to a court defeat, with the ECN advised against deregistering NEFF without following due process. In July 2024, the Government Attorney, representing the Attorney […]
All People’s Party former Vice President Erastus Shuumbwa has parted ways with the party and joined the three-month-old Action Democratic Movement. Shuumbwa said he left APP this week. Former parliamentarian Erastus Shuumbwa was suspended from APP early this year. He served as APP’s acting president in 2011 following the death of the party’s president, Ignatius […]
