Despite encountering a few challenges, such as the short supply of materials and equipment in the northern regions, the steering committee of the third National Skills Competition is optimistic that all will be set for the competition on Tuesday. Speaking to nbc News, the chairperson of the committee, Tobias Nambala, says the procurement of some […]
Africans in the Diaspora have been urged to play their role in defending the continent’s progress made since its first attainment of freedom more than 50 years ago. This plea was made by President Hage Geingob as he returned to the historic Apollo Theatre in Harlem in New York 40 years later, as one of […]
No longer the only feature attraction in the country around this time, the Windhoek Agricultural, Livestock, and Motor Show is not attracting crowds comparable to its past. Still, those who have taken the time to pop in say it remains a fun experience. The Windhoek Show opened its gates on Saturday, billed as amusement for […]
The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation held a meeting between Eagle Night Watch employees and their employer to find a solution to the labour dispute. Workers at the company, which is a subcontractor at the Husab Uranium Mine, have accused the company of not complying with an affirmative action report submitted to […]
The Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorua, officially handed over a site for the construction of phase two of the road that will link the Okorukambe and Epukiro constituencies in the Omaheke Region. The nine-kilometre phase two of the low-volume seal standard is expected to commence midway through next month. The project is set […]
Experts in various professions engaged with small and medium-sized (SME) business owners at Gobabis to discuss matters of financial assistance, access to markets, and the importance of value addition. The two-day seminar titled ‘Be-a-Business Hub’ was spearheaded by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB). The Development Bank of Namibia’s (DBN) Manager for SMEs, […]
Namibia has over 140,000 undocumented and stateless people. The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, and Safety, Dr. Albert Kawana, revealed this at the celebration of International Identity Day. Dr. Kawana also launched the online tourist visa application. International Identity Day is celebrated annually on September 16 and is aimed at raising awareness about the importance […]
President Hage Geingob says the African Union’s permanent membership in the G20 is a good beginning. Dr. Geingob, in an interview with France 24’s ‘Across Africa’ programme in Paris, France, said this speaks to inclusivity. The President also responded to the question of governance in light of the recent coups, which he said reversed the […]
The 24th of September is Population and Housing Census Reference Night, where everyone, regardless of nationality, age, or social status, will be counted. The census is the only time that everyone in the country is counted, and it should include newborn babies. Inaccurate counts of infants and toddlers can have consequences that will impact their […]
It is once again time for the Windhoek Agricultural, Livestock, and Motor Show. The 69th edition of the event is hosting more than 200 exhibitors, including hand-made crafts, traditional food stalls, kiddie parks, and live music shows. Loide Martin is one of the first exhibitors who, for the past 21 years, made sure that she […]
