Namibians reminded of hard won independence

Swapo Party Regional Mobilisation and Information Officer for the Zambezi Region, Dorothy Kabuka, has reminded residents of Masida Village in Linyanti District that Namibia’s independence was not granted on a silver platter but came as a result of war, both within and from exile. Kabula implored the community to remember the elders who remained inside […]

Japan’s involvement in Namibia’s health sector reflects progress

Japan’s involvement in Namibia’s health sector signifies hope, progress, and a promise for a better tomorrow. Deputy Executive Director at the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Jeremia Nghipundjua, says that collaborative efforts between Namibia, Japan, and UNICEF underscore the commitment to bolster the country’s healthcare infrastructure and safeguard public health in Namibia. The government […]

Lesotho, Namibia achieve HIV control

Lesotho and Namibia were announced recently as two of six African countries that have achieved HIV epidemic control. According to the findings, these two countries had high levels of viral suppression and retention in care, indicating effective treatment programmes that reduce infection rates and save lives. Data from the population-based HIV Impact Assessment surveys shows […]

Private sector engagement leads to government-private dialogue mechanism

The just-ended two-day high-level private sector engagement culminated in the establishment of a mechanism for regular dialogue between the private sector and government. The interaction mechanism is aimed at facilitating the exchange of ideas, fostering joint initiatives, and monitoring progress towards the UN’s sustainable development goals. The engagement featured insightful discussions, and the participants expressed their […]

NA resumes

The National Assembly resumes its Eighth Session of the Seventh Parliament tomorrow following a recess in July. This session aligns with the 2023 Parliamentary Calendar, running until November 23, 2023. During the recess, parliamentary standing committees actively engaged in oversight activities, addressing critical national issues.These included public hearings on lithium mining, visits to industrial parks, […]

Franchise cricket scheduled for September

The highly anticipated 2023 edition of the Richelieu Franchise Cricket. This exciting competition will be held in Windhoek from September 15th to September 24th at the United Cricket Grounds. Featuring four teams composed of Namibia’s finest cricketers, this event promises to deliver thrilling T20 cricket action that is both fast-paced and spectator-friendly. The four powerhouse […]