The Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs commissioned the exhumation and re-interment committee at the Defence Headquarters in Windhoek. Before the commissioning, Frans Kapofi instituted and appointed retired Major General Charles Namoloh as Chairperson of the Committee. Committee members are Retired Brigadier General Solomon Shikongo, Retired Colonel David Ndatipo, Ericas Ndalikokule, Dr. Apollo Bassenero, Elvis […]

Namibia and France will continue to share principles rooted in democracy. This was affirmed by the French Ambassador to Namibia, Sĕbastien Minot, during a farewell courtesy call on President Nangolo Mbumba at State House. Minot says it is a normal practice for countries to have differences in policies, but this does not affect ties among […]

The French Ambassador to Namibia says the decision by his country to support Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara is not a surprise. Sĕbastien Minot says the international community has been seized with the matter, but the position of France has remained the same. Two weeks ago, in a correspondence with the Moroccan King, the […]

Namibia and China are set to continue their collaboration in pursuit of shared prosperity between the two nations. This commitment was reaffirmed by Namibia’s Ambassador to China, Elia Kaiyamo, during an in-depth discussion with the Chinese news network CGTN.  The conversation took place ahead of the upcoming Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), which is scheduled […]

The Swapo Party leadership in the Otjozondjupa Region announced the six proposed names to represent them at the national party electoral college set for the beginning of September 2024 in Windhoek. Swapo’s Information and Mobilisation Officer in Otjozondjupa, Elizabeth Shinana, said in an interview with Nampa on Monday that the elected members are Elder Filipe, […]

The Omaheke Region has made some strides in terms of economic advancement, social progression, and human capital development despite challenges. This was stated during the governor’s State of the Region Address. Pijoo Nganate stated that 47 houses were constructed in various constituencies under the Build Together project, with 64 toilets in different localities fully completed. […]

The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) says the Namibian government is working closely with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to remove its greylisting by the Task Force.  Earlier this year, Namibia was greylisted by the FATF and placed under increased monitoring due to concerns, among others, over the effective implementation of the International Anti-Money Laundering, […]

Residents across various constituencies in Windhoek have expressed dissatisfaction with their municipal bills. These concerns were expressed during today’s mass verification of municipal accounts at the City of Windhoek.  Several residents disclosed that they have been seeking answers from the City of Windhoek for over eight years regarding the unexplained surges in their bills.  Despite […]

Erongo Governor Neville Andre says effective governance ensures that institutions function properly, that public officials are held accountable, and that citizens have a voice in the decision-making process.  Andre added that effective governance fosters trust, stability, and prosperity within a society.  “I am pleased with the overall state of affairs in regard to service delivery, […]

SADC, the East African Community (EAC), and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) plan to expand export markets for goods and services. This follows the establishment of the Tripartite Free Trade Area by the three regional communities. SADC’s Executive Secretary, Elias Magosi, briefed the just-ended summit of regional leaders on the progress. […]