Swakopmund Mayor Dina Namubes says the town faces a major housing crisis due to rapid urbanisation and a growing slum population. Namubes says new and targeted approaches to affordable housing are needed for the town to make cities inclusive, spur economic growth, and expand job opportunities. The DRC informal settlement is one such settlement that […]
The UNDP Resident Representative to Namibia, Alka Bhatia, says Namibia’s development priorities are the same as those of the UN, and these are aligned with the UNDP country programme. Bhatia and her deputy paid a courtesy call to President Nangolo Mbumba at State House, where she provided an overview of some of the activities. The […]
In a critique of proposed amendments to the electoral laws, National Council MP and Independent Candidate Paulus Mbangu has raised significant constitutional concerns that could affect civil servants across the country. The Electoral Amendment Bill seeks to broaden the eligibility criteria for the National Assembly elections by allowing remunerated members of the public service, as […]
SPAR Southern Africa Chief Executive Officer Max Oliver says the popular retailer at Otjiwarongo, Theo Spar, will continue to trade as normal and will not be closing. Responding to an email from nbc News, Oliver says the SPAR Group network thrives on supporting retailers, fostering entrepreneurship, and building strong business relationships. He says they shared […]
Otjozondjupa Region has highlighted a lack of special schools or resource centres in the region as a concern. Otjozondjupa Regional Council Chairperson, Marlene Mbakera, says government schools are also not inclusive towards children with disabilities, resulting in them not completing school. Mbakera, who is also the Otjiwarongo Constituency Councillor, says 540 children are receiving disability […]
A heated debate ensued in the 6th Children’s Parliament over the lack of awareness regarding mental health among school learners. This discussion was sparked after Gerson Neumbo tabled a motion emphasising the significance of mental health wellness, emotional development, and psychosocial support for learners. The motion brought to light pressing issues, including high suicide rates, […]
In its quest to curb cyber threats as well as shape a safer digital space, the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) has embarked on a three-day journey to seek innovative ways to fight cyber crimes. The conference will provide a platform for stakeholders to build a resilient cybersecurity infrastructure to safeguard the […]
President Nangolo Mbumba has reiterated that any proposal for development projects is welcome, but said discussions must first be exhausted at the line ministries before reaching the State House. Dr. Mbumba says this approach is crucial when decisions are taken for projects to commence to the benefit of the country. The president’s response follows a […]
The Coalition of Churches and Organisations (CCO) has called on the government to change its legal team and to appeal the recent ruling in which the Windhoek High Court decriminalised the colonial Sodomy law. In an online petition, the CCO says, “The counsel that represented the government in this matter is the same counsel that […]
The Director of Forestry in the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, Johnson Ndokosho, has issued a stern warning that the directorate will not renew tree harvesting permits for farms in breach of harvesting quotas. Ndokosho made this warning during a community meeting underway at Outjo in the Kunene Region, which is aimed at engaging […]
