Namibia has recorded 52 air crash fatalities since 2008. The Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigations Department says it is working to ensure that it conforms to international safety laws. The country today joined the global community in observing the International Day for Commemorating Air Crash Victims and Their Families. The International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) […]
The Minister of Information and Technology, Emma Theofelus, says the remains of the late President Hage Geingob may not be taken to the regions before the burial due to logistical constraints. “The committee, after consultation with important stakeholders, decided that the body would not travel and that the memorial service would proceed as planned.” Theofelus, […]
Former press photographer Maria Namundjebo, who worked with the late President Hage Geingob as a presidential photographer, described Geingob as a leader and mentor who motivated her to follow her dreams. Namundjebo, currently a Policy Analyst in the Office of the President, also served as a Senior Presidential Photographer for former presidents Sam Nujoma and […]
The Minister of Information, Communication, and Technology, Emma Theofelus, today updated the nation on progress made in preparing for the memorial events leading up to the burial of President Hage Geingob. The ICT Minister further warned against spreading false information regarding the funeral arrangements. Teofelus emphasised that the public should rely solely on verified information […]
The late President Hage Geingob was preparing to venture into full-time farming after his presidency in 2025. In December 2022, Dr. Geingob hosted the nbc and MICT production crew for a tour around Farm Hadaloha. Along the fertile lands of the famous maize triangle is the Geingob family farm, Hadaloha, situated along the road to […]
The government has allocated N$2.8 million to all 14 regions of the country towards the hosting of regional memorial services. Each region received N$200,000. So far, the Oshana, Hardap, and Kunene regions have hosted their memorial services. Oshikoto, Ohangwena, and Kavango West Regions will host theirs on Wednesday, while Omusati and Kavango East memorial services […]
The MTC Nestor Sunshine Tobias Boxing and Fitness Academy announced on Monday the postponement of the Independence Celebration Boxing Bonanza to April. Originally scheduled for the 23rd of March, the event has been rescheduled to the 27th of April 2024 at the Windhoek Ramatex Center. Boxing promoter Nestor Tobias provided insights into the factors that […]
Etosha Lions supporter Manuel Uiseb and former Coach Max Johnson, who had the opportunity to witness the late Dr. Hage Geingob play the beautiful game of football back in the day, took a moment to reminisce on some of the late president’s experiences with the club. Uiseb, a die-hard supporter of Etosha Lions, recently walked […]
The Ministry of Health and Social Services’ Executive Director, Ben Nangombe, urged the public not to panic because of the high number of COVID-19 cases reported in Rehoboth. He says the ministry is taking the necessary measures to isolate the positive cases and their contacts to prevent the spread of the virus. The Ministry of […]
Windhoek residents and visitors are urged to follow state motorcade regulations during the official memorial service and burial this weekend to avoid potential penalties. Deputy Chief Adam Eiseb of the City Police Service shared these warnings on nbc’s legal TV talk show, ‘Wheels of Justice.’ A state motorcade consists of vehicles or a group of […]
