All roads lead to Walvis Bay Independence Beach, where about 600 people are expected to attend the World Ocean Day celebrations hosted by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources. Preparations for the day are in full swing, which is to be celebrated under the theme ‘Catalysing Action for Our Oceans and Climate’. During the […]
The Secretary General of the SADC Parliamentary Forum, Boemo Sekgoma, emphasised the urgent need for environmental stewardship on this year’s World Environment Day. The theme, “Our Land, Our Future,” highlights the critical focus on land restoration, combating desertification, and enhancing drought resilience. Sekgoma’s statement underscores the alarming state of global ecosystems. She cited data from […]
The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, has presented regulations critical for enacting the Access to Information Act, 2022. These regulations, approved by the National Assembly, outline the procedures for appointing the Information Commissioner and Deputy Information Commissioner, roles crucial for ensuring transparency and accountability in the country. Under the new rules, a […]
The National Assembly was forced to suspend its Thursday session due to a lack of quorum, a significant disruption in the legislative schedule. Speaker Professor Peter Katjavivi announced the adjournment shortly after the session began, as the number of attending members was insufficient to meet the required quorum. Several critical legislative items were on Thursday’s […]
A delegation from the European Instrument for International Nuclear Safety Cooperation (INSC) Training and Tutoring Project paid a visit to the University of Namibia’s main campus in Windhoek. During the visit, the two institutions looked at possible areas of collaboration in promoting nuclear safety and regulatory standards through human capacity building. The Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Academic […]
The government has extended non-tuition support to qualifying and eligible students at small institutions of higher learning, such as VTC and registered colleges. Students at these institutions will now receive N$10,000 annually. The Minister of Higher Education, Training, and Innovation, Dr. Itah Kandjii-Murangi, made this announcement during a media briefing by the Namibia Student Financial […]
Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says agriculture in Africa is expected to meet the dual objectives of providing food and helping people escape poverty. Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah further says that the agriculture sector can produce Africa’s next billionaires. Therefore, the Vice President calls on all young people countrywide to develop an interest in agriculture during a stakeholder […]
Cabinet has decided during its meeting on April 23 to ensure the safe return of Angolan children and mothers who have been roaming the streets begging in various parts of the country. The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, revealed this during the latest Cabinet decision announcements. The Namibian and Angolan governments have […]
The De Beers Group is strategizing a comprehensive overhaul of its operations following Anglo America’s decision to separate or sell off the diamond company. This, according to Al Cook, Chief Executive Officer of De Beers Group, will help the business save $100 million. In this week’s edition of the Extractor Magazine, Cook stated that De […]
The Regional Electoral Officer in Omaheke, Josef Amwaandi, is pleased with the ongoing general voter registration in the region, despite some challenges from the systems on which the IT department is working. Amwaandi pointed out that work started off well in the region, minus a few hiccups encountered in the system, particularly by teams working […]
