Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) parliamentarian Yvette Araes has described the recent rape of a six-year-old as shocking and a grim testament to inadequate protection measures for the most vulnerable in society, particularly children. Araes says the horrifying incident has laid bare deep-rooted issues that must be addressed with urgency. The MP has therefore called on […]
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Prof. Peter Katjavivi, has put forth a motion on Cuba in parliament. Katjavivi made this proposal on Thursday during a meeting with the newly accredited Cuban Ambassador to Namibia, Sergio Vigoa de la Uz. The Ambassador commended Namibia for its unwavering support in calling for the lifting of the […]
Acting Executive Director in the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation, Advocate Otniel Podewiltz, has emphasised the significant role that the Labour Advisory Council (LAC) plays in the context of social dialogue and tripartism. Advocate Podewiltz said this at the 15th LAC inauguration in Windhoek. Advocate Otniel Podewiltz noted that the ministry views […]
Regional and local authority councillors in the ||Kharas Region have commended the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises for the consultations that will provide them with the platform to ensure that some of their budgetary needs are included in next year’s budget allocations. The ministry is undertaking consultations with regional councillors and local authorities in […]
The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi, reiterated the significance of engaging with ||Kharas regional leadership during a meeting held in Keetmanshoop. He emphasised the importance of consulting with stakeholders to effectively address and incorporate their budgetary needs. The consultations with regional councillors and local authorities in the region are aimed at understanding […]
Electricity tariffs are increasing at a rate higher than inflation, which worsens the economic situation for Namibians. The Electricity Control Board (ECB) has approved tariff increments for about five licensees that exceed the inflation rate, while some other licensees are still waiting for approval for the 2023–2024 financial period. This situation is likely to put […]
The Regional Councillor for Berseba Constituency, Jeremia Goeieman, has called on constituents to take ownership of government-funded socio-economic development projects and programmes implemented to improve livelihoods. He made the call during the constituency’s Community Development Committee meeting at Berseba. The Community Development Committee is an important governance structure that spearheads the development of a given […]
A Namibian visual artist, Laimi Mbangula, received a second prize from more than 2,000 African applicants, who took part in the ‘My Dream’ painting competition. The event was organised by Chinese organisations. 41 Namibians participated in the competition, and five were shortlisted. Mbangula’s painting, which won the second prize, symbolises the long-lasting friendship between Namibia […]
In response to the high cost of living, the Tsumeb Municipality has approved a budget of N$171 million for the 2023–2024 financial year. The budget aims to strike a balance between residents’ needs, future planning, and investments. Additionally, residents can breathe a sigh of relief as the municipality announces that there will be no increases […]
Foreign investors have been urged to approach the Namibian government if they have specific incentives they want to be considered before investing in Namibia. This was said by the Chief Executive Officer of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), Nangula Uaandja, at the ‘Invest in Namibia’ session at the Russia-Africa Summit in St. […]
