President Nangolo Mbumba says the annual Omagongo Festival, which is hosted on a rotational basis by the eight Aawambo traditional authorities, remains an enabler for communities to gather and share history, traditions, and practices. Dr. Mbumba was speaking at the 14th edition of the Annual Omagongo Festival, hosted by the Ondonga Traditional Authority at Onambango […]
The 21 Motorised Infantry Brigade welcomed Brigadier General Johannes Shimweetheleni, who took over command from Brigadier General Martin Shikomba last week. The Chief of Defence Force, Air Marshal Martin Pinehas, appointed Brigadier General Shimwetheleni as the new General Officer Commanding the 21 Motorised Infantry Brigade. Following the appointment of Brigadier General Shimwetheleni, the Chief of […]
The mayor of Rundu, Gabriel Kanyanga, says the town is looking into taking over its electricity supply responsibilities as they are continuously disappointed by NORED. Kanyanga referred to Rundu as a dark town because NORED would collect money from electricity buyers, while the town benefits the least. Kanyanga made the statement at a stakeholder consultation […]
Residents of Rundu are calling on the council to address the water crisis in the town. They made the call during the presentation of the 2024–2025 draft budget and tariffs. Some of the residents who have taps said there has not been running water, while others say they have no water at all. This has […]
Uis in the Daures constituency of Erongo Region needs about N$1.5 million to overcome the water problem at the settlement. Erongo Chief Regional Officer Mupenzeni Ntelamo says the old asbestos pipe that takes water from the Namwater reservoir to Uis is clogged with limescale. The asbestos pipe that takes water to the Uis community was […]
Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister Derek Klazen says the Government Employment Redress Programme will be renegotiated to find a solution for fishermen to do active work on vessels. At a media conference, Klazen and Labour Minister Utoni Nujoma revealed the outcome of their closed-door meeting held at Walvis Bay on Thursday. Launched in 2020, the […]
The NamPower Foundation has fenced off Alpha, Otjerunda, Orumana, and Ehomba Combined Schools in the Kunene Region at a cost of more than N$3 million. The Chairperson of the NamPower Advisory Committee, Simeon Amunkete, explained that a conducive environment plays a role in the academic performance of the learners. The Education Inspector of the Epupa […]
A police station worth N$7 million has been inaugurated at Palmwag Settlement in the Kunene Region’s Sesfontein Constituency. Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo says safety and security services are critical for all Namibians to access, to ensure that, and also for officers to be provided with proper structures to work from. Police officers in the […]
Windhoek’s Kilimanjaro Informal Settlement was transformed into a hub of excitement and empowerment as the #BeFree movement, a wing of the One Economy Foundation, hosted an outreach event. Thousands of community members and children participated in various activities and accessed vital health services. The community was surprised to learn that the venue will become a […]
The Konrad Adenuar Stiftung Namibia’s public presidential candidate discussion has provided an opportunity for politicians to showcase their competencies and explain why they should be voted for in the November national elections. At the discussion, issues of bread and butter took centre stage, with aspiring future presidents explaining to the electorate how they will find […]
