The Namibia Exile Kids Association has reaffirmed its affiliation with the Swapo Party, saying that the members identify themselves with the party as their political home. The association’s leadership clarified the stance during a courtesy call on President Nangolo Mbumba at State House. NEKA submitted the application to be recognised as an affiliate beginning this […]
The Keetmanshoop Electricity Business Unit (KEBU) has urged pensioners to register for the social electricity tariff to benefit from a discounted electricity rate. “What we said is that if the pensioner buys, say, power for N$10, he will get 58 units while you and I will only get 46 units. In the past, we said, […]
A conference aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange focusing on cutting-edge technologies and future solutions for the design and application of network and communication systems kicked off in Windhoek on Tuesday. The three-day 2024 International Conference on Emerging Trends in Networks and Computer Communications is being attended by pioneering researchers, scientists, industrial engineers, and […]
Canadian oil explorer Recon Africa has signed an agreement with Norwegian-listed BW Energy for a 20 percent working interest in its exploration license. The exploration license to BW Energy potentially comes at a cost of US$141 million, translating to about N$2.5 billion. The two parties signed the agreement for a strategic farmdown of PEL 73. […]
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation welcomed Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, the Acting King of Perlis, Malaysia. The visit culminated in a successful agreement to exchange programming and strengthen bilateral ties. During his visit, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin highlighted his state’s efforts to promote tourism in Malaysia over the coming years. He emphasised the importance of fostering […]
The National Council MP, Paulus Mbangu, raised significant queries during a debate on the National Council Standing Committee on Public Accounts and Economy’s report on a benchmark visit to the Gauteng Provincial Legislature in South Africa last year. The Committee led by Peter Kazongominja consists of Leonard Shikulo, Lonia Kasingo, Sebastiaan Karupu, George !Garab, Harald […]
The Female Correctional Facility in Windhoek was among the key installations toured by the Regent of Perlis, Malaysia, Acting King Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, emphasising the importance of rehabilitation and international cooperation in corrections. During his visit, the monarch engaged with the facility’s administration and inmates, expressing a keen interest in the programmes designed […]
Namibia and Botswana continue to strengthen ties to ensure peaceful and prosperous coexistence. The two countries Ministers of International Relations and Cooperation and Foreign Affairs met at Katima Mulilo ahead of the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Zambezi Regional Council and Chobe District Council. The joint visit started in Katima Mulilo, to […]
Namibians are remembering the former Education Minister, Katrina Hanse-Himarwa, who died on Sunday for her contribution to the country’s education system. Hanse-Himarwa has been conferred an official funeral. The 57-year-old Hanse-Himarwa served as minister of education from 2015 to 2019, during which she oversaw reforms in the sector. The procession accompanying the remains of the […]
The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security says its refusal to approve a work visa application by two South African lawyers was not politically driven. The authority says the refusal was procedural and in line with its dedication to a fair and transparent immigration process. Among the two was senior advocate and prominent […]
