The Ministry of Agriculture is set to strengthen its agricultural sector and promote food self-sufficiency through the introduction of the Livestock and Livestock Products Amendment Bill. The proposed amendments to the Meat Industry Act of 1981 aim to expand its scope to include the dairy and poultry industries, which have been facing challenges due to […]
The Chief Inspector of Mines found the Uis Tin Company in contravention of the Explosives Act after it left explosives unguarded within 500 metres of public infrastructure on the Uis-Henties Bay road. Community members have also expressed concern about the company leaving explosives on the ground, as it poses a danger to the environment and […]
The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) has observed a lack of adherence and respect towards the observance of correct protocols and etiquette, particularly in the singing of the national anthem and hoisting of the national flag. The ministry has now launched a campaign on the National Symbols under the Nationhood and National Pride […]
The Kavango East Regional Council is happy with the decentralisation of the Ministry of Works and Transport’s maintenance functions to the regional council. Its chairperson, Damian Maghambayi, says this will expedite public infrastructure maintenance and increase regional participation. Maghambayi says district gravel roads, among others, will greatly benefit from the decentralisation of functions as they […]
Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has called on all stakeholders to participate in the formulation and implementation of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). NDP6 is the last development plan to be implemented before Vision 2030. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila made the call at the launch of the NDP6 formulation process in Windhoek. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila noted that the NDP6 is […]
Namibia will be able to extradite individuals at the request of another state, even if their conviction was obtained in their absence. This is, however, subject to the successful passage of the Extradition Amendment Bill. The proposed amendment, as advocated for by the Minister of Justice, Yvonne Dausab, aims to address certain provisions in the […]
The International University of Management (IUM), in partnership with the University of Namibia (UNAM) and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), will be hosting the Southern African Association for Research in Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education (SAARMSTE) conference next year to promote research. The conference, which promotes research and collaboration in the fields […]
The Police have inaugurated the N$127 million Tutaleni Police Station at Walvis Bay. Last month, the Erongo Police revealed to members of Parliament that the dilapidated infrastructure and a lack of office space were among the main challenges hampering their mandate. The construction and inauguration of the Tutaleni Police Station at Walvis Bay are expected […]
The United Nations Resident Coordinator in Namibia, Hopolang Phororo, says the UN will continue to implement its partnership framework to align with Namibia’s 6th National Development Plan. This will particularly focus on economic transformation, social transformation, good governance, and environmental sustainability. Phororo was speaking during a courtesy visit to Vice President Nangolo Mbumba. The UN […]
The business community of Swakopmund is unhappy with beggars and homeless people in the town, saying they are harassing tourists and scaring away potential investors. Residents addressed a safety interaction meeting at Swakopmund. Also speaking at the occasion was the town’s mayor, Dina Namubes, who says she is aware of the various challenges faced by […]
