The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has expressed concern over low procurement compliance at government institutions, ministries, and state-owned entities. Research Associate at IPPR, Frederico Links, says that public entities are undermining transparency around public procurement at all levels. He stated that although the first quarter of the 2024/2025 financial year has lapsed, the […]
The Aminuis Constituency in the Omaheke Region has shown some improvement in voter registration, followed by Otjinene and Gobabis. To date, the Aminuis Constituency has recorded 71% of eligible voters, followed by Otjinene at 70%, while Gobabis stands at 64%. Kalahari and Okorukambe recorded below 50%, Epukiro 63%, and Otjombinde 50%. The Electoral Commission of […]
Affirmative Repositioning (AR) leader Job Amupanda has described the voter registration process as costly and a barrier to political activity. He advocates for the use of identity documents to enable people to freely exercise their democratic right to vote. “We will continue to fight for Namibians to vote with their ID cards. When I went […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has called on eligible voters to utilise the remaining days to register. This call was amplified by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology for eligible voters to be able to exercise their civic duties come November 27th. So far, 71% of eligible voters have registered. Deputy Minister of ICT Modestus Amutse […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has urged the political parties to be exemplary in their conduct as the nation approaches elections. Dr. Mbumba says the unity and stability in the country are to the benefit of every citizen, irrespective of their political party membership. The President emphasised this during a courtesy call by the leadership of Swanu […]
The Namibia Basketball Federation (NBF) has concluded a coaching clinic in Windhoek, led by FIBA instructors from South Africa and the USA. The week-long clinic, held from 15th 24th July at the Unam Gym Hall, provided coaches from across Namibia with an opportunity to update their knowledge and skills based on the latest FIBA regulations. […]
Youth soccer teams from the Erongo region converged in Omaruru this past weekend for the finals of the O! Yes OlympAfrica Youth Empowerment Through Sport 2024 program. The tournament focuses on the educational and social development of boys and girls aged 10 to 15 and older, aiming to sustain their growth by instilling Olympic values […]
The University of Namibia (UNAM) is hosting its Annual Career Fair and Employment Expo at the university’s Rundu Campus for the first time. The fair is being attended by learners from various high schools in both Kavango East and West regions. The career fair and employment expo provide an opportunity for UNAM to showcase their […]
FC Ongos Ladies, Namibia’s Super League champions, will face a challenging group in their quest to qualify for the CAF Women’s Champions League. The draw for the COSAFA qualifiers was held on July 24 at CAF headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. The preliminary qualifying phase begins on August 15th to the 24th , with Ongos Ladies […]
In order to ensure a reliable and increased water supply to Outapi residents and the surrounding areas, NamWater, China Jiangxi International, and Homefin Properties signed a contract for the extension and upgrade of the Outapi Water Treatment Works. With a growing urban population and an increase in water demand, the existing Water Treatment Plant, commissioned […]
