The story of Late Hompa Kandjimi-Hauwanga, who is considered a remarkable figure from the VaKwangali community, unfolded as Member of Parliament Hamunyera Hambyuka passionately moved a motion demanding recognition of his significant role and called for the repatriation of his remains and those of other Namibians from Germany. “He fought against the enemy of Namibia […]
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has settled the long-standing dispute within the vaShambyu traditional community regarding the succession of their Hompa. The court upheld the designation of Sofia Mundjembwe Kanyetu as the Hompa and brought an end to the avenues for an amicable resolution that had been exhausted. The case, which centred around […]
The late Otjiwarongo businessman Theo Borstlap will be buried on the 23rd of this month in Otjiwarongo. His daughter, Bernice Borstlap, informed nbc News that family and friends will gather at Paresis Stadium on the same day before the burial. She advised mourners to bring chairs and umbrellas to avoid being in the sun for […]
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) will host AviaDev Africa 2024 in Windhoek. AviaDev Africa is the leading platform dedicated to enhancing connectivity to, from, and within the African continent. AviaDev Africa is a platform for aviation professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders to come together to discuss and develop solutions to the challenges facing the African […]
The National Council will hold a special session on Monday to discuss the Financial Intelligence Amendment and the Civil Registration and Identification Bills. The bills were debated in the National Assembly and referred to the National Council for review. The National Council will also discuss other bills referred to it by the National Assembly as […]
The Chairperson of the Namibian Hydrogen Council has reiterated that the government is resolute in realising the N$200 billion green hydrogen project. Obeth Kandjoze denounced as ‘small talk’ the assertions from some quarters that the project is a pipe dream. He made the remarks at the consultative meeting with members of the Southern Traditional Community […]
The Mayor of Swakopmund says access to residential land and housing remains the biggest barrier to homeownership, not only in Swakopmund but countrywide. Dina Namubes said this during the groundbreaking ceremony for phase 3 of the Build Together project in the town. In January 2017, the Council approved the allocation of 150 erven at Ext. […]
Namibia and Zimbabwe signed a Memorandum of Understanding in the areas of agriculture, industrialization, human capital, and local governance at Gobabis. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the Permanent Secretary of Provisional Affairs and Devolution of Zimbabwe, Tafadzwa Muguti, emphasised that the agreement also focuses on social development. “As much as we promote exports, it is also […]
Patients who depend on oxygen concentrators but cannot afford them are often stuck in hospitals. While taking up a much-needed bed, they are also frustrated about staying away from family members for too long. 49-year-old Solastika Vendura from Mazana Village in the Kavango East Region is one of those who have been in the Rundu […]
Elenga of Uukwambi Traditional Authority Herman Iipumbu has lauded the Oshakati Town Council for initiating a unique Totem Expo, which strives to preserve, showcase, and strengthen various cultures in Namibia. Oshakati Town launched the 12th edition of the expo, which will be hosted in December as part of the economic revival. Since its inception in […]
