Cubans and friends of Cuba in Namibia are not giving up hope to see sanctions imposed on that country by the US more than 60 years ago lifted. The embargo comprises a set of economic and trade restrictions that prohibit most trade and financial transactions between the two countries. It further imposes restrictions on travel […]
Namibia and Zambia will soon only require identification cards for citizens crossing their borders. Namibia’s Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Dr. Albert Kawana, made the announcement during the commemoration of Zambia’s 59th Independence celebrations in Windhoek. Dr. Kawana says the two countries are working closely together to ensure that the use of […]
The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation (MIRCO) will be convening the 9th session of the Namibian Heads of Mission Conference tomorrow. The conference will be held under the theme “Pursuing Namibia’s Economic Diplomacy for Development and Prosperity”. Representatives from the three branches of government, former Namibian Heads of Mission, members of the Diplomatic Corps, […]
A foundation that aims to create awareness about myasthenia gravis disease was launched in Windhoek over the weekend. Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic auto-immune neuromuscular disease that causes weakness in the skeletal muscles. Patients with MG often experience increased physical and mental exhaustion. Symptoms include double vision, slurred speech, weakness in the neck, arms, […]
The Namibia Annual Sport Awards took place on Saturday night, with Veja Hinda, Vera Loser and Ananias Shikongo among the big winners of the night. The event, which was held in the Erongo region at the MTC Dome saw athetes, sport experts and coaches recognised for their hard work and perseverance. The annual prestigious ceremony […]
South Africa has become as a unique global record holder, having clinched the Rugby World Cup trophy four times. This remarkable feat was achieved in a tense match at the Stade De France on Saturday, where the Springboks narrowly triumphed over New Zealand with a score of 12-11. South Africa and New Zealand have been […]
Communities in Kayova Village within the Ndiyona Constituency in Kavango East celebrated a belated World Food Day. The day aims to raise worldwide awareness and action for the elimination of hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition. Statistics from the Office of the Prime Minister’s Drought Relief Programme reveal that 15,000 households in Kavango East are food […]
Like all struggles in life, obtaining an education does not come easy. It requires sacrifice, dedication, and hard work. These were the wise words of Swapo Party President Hage Geingob, who was speaking at the graduation ceremony of the second intake of the Swapo Party School. Men and women are adorned in their graduation gowns, […]
NamPower inaugurated the erected fences at four schools in the Zambezi Region worth more than N$2 million. The schools have been requesting assistance over the past years to keep learners safe. Handing over the facilities, NamPower’s Senior Manager for Human Capital, Dr. Simeon Amunkete, says there is nothing more important and greater than education for any […]
In efforts to promote a culture of food reliance among Namibians, different stakeholders collaborated and hosted the Living Earth Expo in Windhoek. The expo displayed and discussed organic farming, sustainable living, urban gardening, fruit tree planting, and regeneration, among others. The Living Earth Expo further looked at practical solutions that pave the way for a […]
