The Oshikoto Region is working towards achieving zero fatalities during the festive season. Oshikoto Regional Commander Commissioner Teopolina Kalompo-Nashikaku calls for teamwork and coordination by all road users to ensure zero fatalities, zero serious injuries, and zero stock theft. She said this during the planning and review meeting held at Omuthiya in the Oshikoto Region […]
Namibia and Botswana have agreed to reduce roaming charges between the two nations by February of next year. During a joint media briefing, Botswana’s Minister of Communication, Knowledge, and Technology, Thulagano Segokgo, announced that regulatory bodies in both countries will direct operators to enact this decision. This reciprocal visit follows Namibian Minister of Information and […]
Renowned social commentator Dr. Uazuva Kaumbi, aged 60, died early this morning at the Roman Catholic Hospital in Windhoek. Heinrich Uazuva Kaumbi was born in Windhoek, matriculated from Döbra RC High School, and established himself as a renowned academic and community activist. Kaumbi had an illustrious career, and his activism and professional world spanned various […]
The Minister of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation said one of the mandates of his ministry is to ensure that workers are paid a living wage to maintain a decent living standard. Utoni Nujoma said this at the Cabinet Committee briefing at the Government Information Centre in Windhoek, where he highlighted some of the […]
China and Namibia continue to strengthen bilateral trade. The two nations trade volumes reached N$18.2 billion, an increase of 29% compared to last year. China and Namibia have built strong economic, infrastructural, and trade relations over the years, with a number of Chinese companies taking advantage of Namibia’s favourable business environment and investment opportunities. This […]
The Confederation of Namibia Fishing Associations (CNFA) has called for enhanced security measures to protect Namibian fishing resources against illegal fishing. Chairperson Matti Amukwa says increasing illegal fishing in Namibian waters calls for enhanced security measures to tackle pirate fishing trawlers. Amukwa revealed to nbc News that unlicensed trawlers spotted in Namibian waters have been documented […]
The Kunene Region has resorted to hiring private transport for the distribution of drought relief in the region. This was revealed by the Kunene Regional Governor, Marius Sheya, following concerns raised by Khorixas Constituency Councillor, Sebastian !Gobs, who last month indicated that the distribution programme is hampered by a lack of transportation. The Kunene Region […]
The Capricorn Eagles are gearing up for the 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier, which will be held in Uganda in December. This tournament serves as a qualification process for the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The team has been diligently preparing for the upcoming qualifier, including participating in the Dubai tournament […]
The Ondangwa recreational Go Karting facility has permanently closed its doors. The facility, once a popular spot for motorsport enthusiasts and locals during the Ondangwa Trade Fair, has ceased all go-karting activities due to a lack of engagement and insufficient funds for maintenance. The management of the Windhoek go-kart facility has retrieved the karts and […]
The African and especially Namibian film industries need deliberate investments from governments and the corporate world to empower local filmmakers. Those involved in creating the Pan-African film Skeleton Coast believe that Africans must tell their own stories to improve their representation in the media. Namibian Director and Content Creator Maria Nepembe, who has further experience […]
