Namibian liberation struggle icon, Herman Andimba Toivo ya Toivo has died in Windhoek today. He was 92. Toivo, as he was affectionately known, was an anti-apartheid activist, politician and political prisoner. He was one of the co-founders of SWAPO in 1960. He served 16 years in the Robben Island prison. His death was confirmed by […]

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc) wishes to express its concern about the quality of journalism portrayed in the newspaper article headlined NBC boss snubs Geingob events in the latest edition of the Namibian weekly The Villager, dated 9 June 2017. The article in question is laced with speculation false allegations and non-factual reporting which is […]

Investigations into the recent killing of six lions in the ‘northern communal areas’ close to the Etosha National Park, is still under way. Minster of Environment and Tourism Pohamba Shifeta says investigations to date found that some of the farmers responsible for killing the lions, failed to present evidence of the livestock they claimed were […]

DTA of Namibia has rejected clause four of the Local Authorities Amendment Bill which gives the Urban and Rural Development Minister power to suspend any member of a Local Authority Council. The Bill was however passed with amendments as only four voted against, four abstained, while 46 where in favour of the amendment.

Prime Minister Theresa May has suffered one of the most dramatic reversals in recent British political history, losing an overall majority in parliament in a snap election she had been predicted to win easily. May had called the election on 18 April, urging voters to boost her 17-seat working majority in order to strengthen her […]

Cabinet has approved a number of decisions, to be implemented by various ministries and government agencies, as per signed and existing memorandums of understanding, in their respective areas of responsibility.

A final report on the proposed New Equitable Economic Empowerment Framework legislation has been completed. Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila says the report, containing recommendations and proposals, will be submitted to government soon.

Economic Planning Minister Tom Alweendo says more innovative ways are needed to deal with the ever increasing unemployment rates in Namibia.

Investigations into the recent killing of six lions in the ‘northern communal areas’ close to the Etosha National Park, is still under way.

The third annual Public Enterprises CEO’s Forum took place in the Capital today. The Forum aims to promote harmony among Public Enterprises for the advancement of social and economic development of the country.