Namibia plans to ban the use of single-use plastic bags to protect the environment. The Environment, Forestry and Tourism Minister, Pohamba Shifeta, said this during his ministerial statement in the National Assembly. Shifeta argues there is nothing beneficial about single-use plastics, but they are a problem for the environment. He explained that smarter choices need […]
The dust continues to swirl in the case between Menzies Aviation Namibia and Paragon Investment Holding regarding the provision of ground handling services at the Hosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA). Menzies Aviation Namibia lost its urgent application with costs for the third time. The urgent application seeks to declare null and void the agreement entered […]
Namibians will have to tighten their belts even more as the central bank lifts the repo rate by another 50 basis points. The repo rate now stands at 7.5%, up from 7.25%. The central bank says that, since the last Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, inflation has remained elevated but generally moderated, with the exception […]
President Hage Geingob’s commitment to transparency regarding his health and ability to serve as the country’s highest officeholder seems to be placing pressure on other leaders. Upon his return to his residence, Dr. Geingob acknowledged this fact while being greeted by an enthusiastic gathering of family, Cabinet colleagues, Members of Parliament, and other well-wishers. Maintaining […]
Two siblings, aged 17 and 12 years old, from Kikiya Village in the Zambezi Region, died last night when the mud room they were sleeping in caught fire. The deceased were identified as Morris Sikunga Samuya and Lewis Munali Samuya. Morris was a Grade 8 learner at Linyanti Secondary School, while his younger brother Lewis […]
80 women from the Havana informal settlement received contraceptive devices to prevent pregnancies. The intrauterine device used is a non-permanent method, which means it can be reversed if a woman wants to have children again. The initiative is the brainchild of a medical doctor, Esperance Luvindao. Dr. Luvindao believes in bringing healthcare services to those […]
A 7-year-old grade 1 learner died after he was run over by a minivan at the Otjiwarongo dump site on June 14, 2023. Otto Ameb’s death was confirmed by Otjozondjupa Regional Community Liaison Officer, Inspector Maureen Mbeha. According to Mbeha, Ameb was in the company of boys who had jumped onto the Namib Mills minivan […]
The Brave Warriors are currently in their final phase of preparation for their upcoming AFCON qualifiers match against Burundi, which will take place next week Tuesday in Tanzania. With the stadium in Burundi deemed unfit to host international matches, both teams will meet on neutral ground as they battle it out for a spot at […]
Fishrot accused Tamson Hatuikulipi and his wife, Ndapandula Hatuikulipi, have escaped a lawsuit after reaching a settlement agreement with L.I.T. Construction and Formwork CC. The couple was being sued for over N$600,000. Hatuikilipi and his wife, according to court papers, would supply building equipment for the construction of a property in Windhoek and subsequently generate […]
Namibia will be hosting the 2024 Africa Hospitality Investment Forum. It is the leading hospitality investment conference in Africa, connecting local and international markets. nbc News anchor Theo Ishuna spoke to the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board’s Executive Director for Strategy and Branding, Margareth Gustavo.
