The anticipated establishment of an electricity supply and distribution company for the southern regions has raised the ire of residents, who say they were not consulted. Local authorities and regional councils in the Hardap and ||Kharas Regions are expected to own shares in the company through the transfer of their electrical network assets to […]
Cabinet has directed the Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi, to lead a comprehensive assessment of the proposed re-imagined Southern African Customs Union (SACU). This was part of the recommendations at the 8th Summit of the SACU Heads of State and Government held in Eswatini. This resolution was announced by the Minister of […]
The National Council has given its endorsement to a series of proposed Bills and amendments, marking a significant step toward their eventual enactment into law. The bills, which were sent to the Upper House by the National Assembly for further scrutiny, underwent extensive debate and deliberation. During the committee stage of the National Council’s proceedings, […]
A movement calling for the immediate release of arrested activist Michael Amushelelo is growing on social media. Amushelelo was arrested on Namibia’s 33rd Independence Day. Amushelelo, together with fellow activist Dimbulukeni Nauyoma and PDM lawmaker Inna Hengari, were arrested by the Namibian police after they arrived at the scene of a gathered crowd that had […]
Entrepreneurship is a remarkable path that requires a unique blend of passion, resilience, and a thirst for knowledge. Aspiring entrepreneurs possess the spark of innovation and the determination to pursue their dreams. It is with this background that Business consultant Titus Manuel has written a book titled Entrepreneurship Revolution to fan that spark into a […]
The Minister in the Office of the Presidency, Christine ||Hoebes has refuted allegations that the government’s green hydrogen project is shrouded in secrecy. ||Hoebes says the allegations come despite extensive consultation between the head of state and the Green Hydrogen Council. The minister argues that allegations of secrecy surrounding the country’s green hydrogen ambitions are […]
The Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music (NASCAM) has appointed Albert Nicanor as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1st, 2023. NASCAM Board member Knowledge Ipinge lauded Nicanor, saying the new boss brings a wealth of inspirational and thought-leadership skills to the Collective Management Society. “He is well-positioned to lead NASCAM into […]
The Executive Director of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT), Dr. Audrin Mathe, is urging Information and Media Officers working for the Ministry to focus on the positive stories about development in Namibia. The ED was speaking at a refresher workshop for Information and Media Officers about revamping government publications to bring information […]
The three-day ‘Unmatched Youth Conference’ concluded today at Nkurenkuru in the Kavango West Region. 99 youth participants from the Kavango West Region’s eight constituencies participated in the conference. Themed ‘Awaken your unmatched potential’, the event started on Monday and ran for a period of three days. During the closing session, the Deputy Minister of […]
A man has been arrested at Rosh Pinah after allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl. According to the Namibian Police, the teenager was looking for a ride from Rosh Pinah to Noordoewer. The 49-year-old driver, who is the suspect, then took the teen to his house, allegedly informing her that he was waiting for additional passengers […]
