In a riveting display of legislative activity, the National Council convened for a session filled with impassioned debates, crucial referrals, and strategic adjournments. The upper house delved into a diverse range of Bills, aimed at shaping the nation’s legal landscape. The Financial Intelligence Amendment Bill emerged as a focal point of contention, with legislators engaging […]
The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has appointed Commissioner Willem Steenkamp as the new Regional Commander for the |Khomas Region. Commissioner Willem Steenkamp’s appointment is effective as of the 1st of this month. He takes over from Commissioner David Indongo, who has been appointed as the new Head of the […]
Three women found in possession of cannabis over the weekend were denied bail at the Rundu Magistrate’s Court yesterday. The accused, Emilia Kakuhu, Intumba Rafael Domingas, and a minor, were arrested during a Police operation called Operation Lobster. The police received a tip from community members. It is alleged that the accused cultivated the plants […]
The Kavango West Region is hosting an Unmatched Youth Conference aimed at educating the youth on various aspects of entrepreneurship to uncover their potential. It is being hosted under the theme ‘Awaken Your Unmatched Potential’. Kavango West Regional Governor Sirkka Ausiku, who officially opened the conference, explained the platform will help identify aspiring entrepreneurs and […]
The University of Namibia (UNAM) and the Association of African Universities (AAU) are hosting the 22nd Rector, Vice-Chancellors, and Presidents of African Universities 2023 conference. The four-day conference in Windhoek seeks to foster collaboration and address critical issues in higher education across the continent. During the conference, academics will engage in the development of higher […]
The livelihoods of car guards in Windhoek’s Central Business District are under threat following the outsourcing of parking management by the City of Windhoek to KeyPlot Investment, effective July 19. There are about 58 car guards who have been operating in the CBD for years. At the time when parking metres were operational, each one […]
The Governor of Hardap Region has called for collaboration between all stakeholders to ensure socio-economic development and economic growth take place in the region. Salomon April made the call during the fourth annual State of the Region Address. “I acknowledge the diverse political landscape in the region; however, it should be understood that when it […]
The Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC) is conducting a study to address complaints of uneven distribution of coverage, high costs of services, and competition-related issues in the private healthcare system. This will consider the period between 2001 and 2021 to understand competition issues in the private healthcare sector. The private healthcare sector serves only 18% of […]
45 children under the age of five died from malnutrition-related conditions in the Omaheke Region this year. The Health Director, Jeremia Shikulo, said the region has recorded 132 cases of malnutrition since January. In a telephone interview with the nbc News team, Shikulo revealed that malnutrition has become a concern in the region owing to […]
A heated debate unfolded in the National Assembly over the proposed amendments to penalties for companies failing to comply with regulations related to the maintenance of beneficial ownership records. The amendments suggest a fine exceeding N$10 million or imprisonment for a period not exceeding 10 years, or both, for offences committed knowingly. In response to […]
