Rani Group employees who recently participated in a demonstration spearheaded by the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters at Oshakati have been suspended. Employees were demanding the abolishment of the labour hire contract system. The protestors presented a petition highlighting several concerns, including the reduction of salaries by half when employees allegedly take leave. Additionally, they expressed […]
The Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds has sounded alarm bells over the state of medical aid in Namibia. Its CEO, Stephen Tjiuoro, aired these views on nbc’s One on One Programme. Tjiuoro described the state of medical aid in the country as worrisome. Currently, Namibia has seven different medical aid schemes. He, however, refuted […]
The Managing Director and Vice President of Dundee Precious Metals, Zebra Kasete, says the acquisition of Osino Resources signals a new era for economic expansion and establishes Namibia as a pivotal player in the mining industry while ensuring job opportunities. On Monday, Dundee Precious Metals announced the acquisition of Osino Resources, a substantial deal worth […]
The Hospitality Association of Namibia has lauded the government for issuing visas on arrival at the three entry points in the Zambezi Region. The association’s Chief Executive Officer, Gitta Paetzold, describes the move as the highlight of the year for the tourism industry. The ministry last week rolled out visas on arrival through the Katima […]
The Education, Arts, and Culture Ministry is looking at the possibility of returning to the three-semester system. The Education Ministry had introduced two semesters in 2021 due to COVID-19 to ensure pupils safety. Although the move was made in the best interest of learners, it also came with public complaints. The Education Ministry’s Executive Director, […]
The Basic Education Act 3 of 2020 has finally been enacted in October 2023 and is now ready for implementation. This was announced by the Education Ministry’s Executive Director, Sanet Steenkamp, on Good Morning Namibia. The Basic Education Act seeks, among others, to promote and regulate free and compulsory basic education, ensure equitable, inclusive quality […]
In order to curb unemployment, reduce waste, and promote recycling in the city for the next five years, the City of Windhoek Solid Waste Management Division has launched a pilot project to build and operate Waste Buy-Back Centres in two residential areas in Windhoek. The facilities are located at the corner of Hans Dietrich Genscher […]
With Christmas drawing closer, roads are becoming busier. Some road users have, however, commended the law enforcement visibility on the road. The B1 national road, especially in Otjozondjupa Region, is considered a busy and accident-prone route, and traffic officers presence is pleasing to motorists. Otjiwarongo Constituency Councillor Marlayn Mbakera and Police Inspector General Lieutenant General […]
Abdallah Mloka was denied bail following his brief appearance on charges relating to the Immigration Control Act in the Keetmanshoop Magistrate’s Court. State Prosecutor Marlon Adams objected to the granting of bail to the suspect on the grounds of an ongoing police investigation into the matter. Moreover, he indicated to the court that more charges […]
The long-term effects of childhood sexual abuse are devastating and carry long-term psychological effects such as depression and self-neglect. Victims of sexual violence have thus been encouraged to speak out and seek help before harming themselves. Gobasen |Uiras, a 24-year-old sexual violence survivor, describes it as a “grooming phase.” Gobasen first suffered molestation at the […]
