The Namibia Sport Commission’s Chief Administrator, Freddy Mwiya, expressed his satisfaction with the positive outcome of the recent meeting with Sport Federations, Organizations, and Umbrella Bodies. The annual general meeting (AGM) is a platform created by the Namibia Sport Commission to engage with Sport Federations and Umbrella Bodies on issues of mutual benefit, while also […]
COSAFA Awards delayed due to stakeholders’ unavailability The COSAFA Awards, honouring Southern Africa’s top footballers, have been postponed due to scheduling issues. The event has been rescheduled to the 9th of May. The Council of Southern African Football Associations (COSAFA) has announced the postponement of their much-anticipated inaugural awards ceremony. Originally scheduled for Friday, April […]
A study carried out by the University of Namibia (UNAM) indicates that money matters and the desire to get rich is one of the factors that stands in the way of a boy child excelling in education. This information was shared during the university’s graduation ceremony at Rundu. Of the 4,455 UNAM graduates, only 32% […]
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economics and Public Administration is convinced that the Ministry of Mines and Energy is hiding information and documentation on diamond deposits and mining operations in Skeleton Coast Park. In a report, the committee has recommended that the ministry not renew any mining and exploration licences within the park. The committee […]
About 654 students graduated from the University of Namibia’s Rundu Campus, making it the third campus to produce the highest number of graduates out of the 12 countrywide. For the class of 2023, 4,455 students graduated from all 12 of UNAM’s campuses. At Rundu, students graduated from the faculties of Education and Human Science, Health […]
The Executive Commissioner for Agriculture at the Ovaherero Traditional Authority says farmers need to ensure the optimum health of their animals for them to produce more. Dr. Baby Kaurivi-Katunahange said this during a livestock health education meeting at the HereroFest in Okahandja. Dr. Kaurivi-Katunahange noted that it is important to keep animals healthy to improve […]
Members of Parliament in the National Council commended the government for the substantial increment in this year’s national budget. They are, however, concerned about a lack of implementation strategies. MPs pointed out shortcomings in the allocation and execution of funds within key ministries, including health and agriculture. Swapo Party MP Phillemon Ndjambula says, “Another sector […]
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) remains committed to promoting sustainable and responsible business practices. Its President Bisey |Uirab said this at the official opening of the first-ever Namibian Local Content Conference at Luderitz on Tuesday. NCCI, in partnership with Antila Consultancy, organised a three-day conference, which is being held on the background […]
The National Council has adopted a report from its Standing Committee on Health, Social Welfare, and Labour Affairs regarding a visit last year to the Kenyan Parliament’s Senate. The committee visited the Kenyan Senate and the Nairobi County Assembly to learn about their operations and best practices. A focal point of the visit was universal […]
Members of Parliament in the National Assembly have voiced support for global solidarity, introducing motions affirming solidarity with Cuba, Palestine, and the decolonisation of Western Sahara. Swapo Party MP Leevi Katoma moved a motion expressing unwavering solidarity with Cuba, highlighting the historical ties between Namibia and Cuba. For years, Namibia disapproved of the United States’ […]
