UNFPA Director advocates for women’s safety

Dr. Natalia Kanem, the Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has recognised the transformative impact of women in leadership roles. During the 3rd Nalafem Summit, Dr. Kanem highlighted the profound influence that educated and economically empowered women and girls have on the future of humanity. “UNFPA advocates for strong legal frameworks and protective […]

Water at Ngenda pose low health risk – Muyunda

Romeo Muyunda, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, has confirmed the water situation at Ngenda. Muyunda stated that samples were taken from the water treatment plant in 2023 for testing, and it was determined that the water posed a low health risk. According to the report, the iron levels were found […]

Ngenda Camp rangers threaten strike

The rangers at Ngenda Camp, situated west of Mudumu National Park in the Zambezi Region, are threatening to go on strike if the water crisis at the camp is not addressed. The employees claim that the contractor who drilled a borehole at the camp informed them that the water was not safe for human consumption […]

NIMT employees receive 5% salary increase

The Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) signed a collective agreement with the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) and the Namibia National Teachers’ Union (NANTU) in Windhoek. During the event, it was revealed that employees had received a five percent salary increase over a period of 30 years. The parties reached consensus on salary […]

Namibia’s Herero living museum opens

Preserving and safeguarding cultural identity is vital in today’s world, as it provides a sense of belonging, structure, and stability. After four years of extensive consultation with various stakeholders, the first ever Herero Living Museum in the country opened to the public in June. The museum is located in the Otjokavare area in the Kunene […]

Namibia, Ghana elevate cooperation with bi-national commission

Namibia and Ghana have agreed to upgrade their Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation to a bi-national commission. This move will further strengthen the relations between the two countries. Senior officials are currently meeting for the 5th session of the Namibia-Ghana Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation in Swakopmund. Both countries emphasise their excellent bilateral relations. Penda […]