The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has released the findings of an investigation into the mass mortalities of cattle in the Zambezi Region’s Kabe South constituency between June and November last year. 585 cattle, most of them old, pregnant, lactating, or young, died at 23 homesteads and 12 crush pen areas by the […]
Namibia has introduced the National Coordination Mechanism on Decent Work in the fisheries sector. The mechanism is a body that will ensure that there is social and labour compliance in the fishing industry. Namibia ratified the International Labour Organisation’s Work in Fishing Convention 188, which requires member states to set up a coordination mechanism to […]
President Nangolo Mbumba says he is continuing to build on the relationships established by his predecessor, the late Dr. Hage Geingob. Dr. Mbumba made these remarks at the Eros Airport after he returned from his official visit to South Africa. President Nangolo Mumba’s visit to South Africa forms part of his familiarisation visits to SADC […]
The deployment of the Namibian Navy on the Zambezi, Chobe, and Kavango rivers has reduced security challenges such as illegal border crossings, unregulated fishing, poaching, and drug smuggling, among others. This was said by the Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Frans Kapofi, during the renaming of Naval Base Impalila to Naval Base Lieutenant General […]
The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbi Shiimi, engaged key industry players in the financial sector to discuss the implications of the recently tabled national budget. The focus of the discussion was on unlocking opportunities and creating an environment conducive for businesses to flourish. One of the key highlights of the budget includes the […]
The Otjiwarongo Mayor has pleaded for patience with residents, as the municipality is busy addressing damaged roads in the town. Gottlieb Shivute made this plea at the town’s community meeting, where some residents demanded that the council fast-track the repairs, as potholes are an eyesore and a challenge to motorists. Shivute says the rehabilitation and […]
The National Democratic Party (NDP) is appealing to the government to declare the drought a state of emergency. NDP President Martin Lukato said during a media briefing that the severe lack of rainfall has resulted in widespread crop failure, food shortages, and a dire lack of water for both people and animals. “The NDP urges […]
Members of Parliament, while expressing appreciation for the 2024–25 budget, have also raised concerns about underfunding in sectors such as agriculture and health. They have urged the Ministry of Finance to consider augmenting allocations in these areas. UDF’s MP Apius Auchab voiced satisfaction with the budget but had reservations about the size of the deficit […]
In her maiden speech in the National Assembly, Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP Katrina Benz emphasised the need for enhanced service delivery across public institutions. Quoting the late Nelson Mandela, Benz stressed the significance of making a tangible difference in the lives of Namibian citizens. She underscored the importance of representation in politics, advocating for […]
The Vineta Stadium in Swakopmund was the stage for the annual Erongo Regional Athletics Championships, where over 350 athletes from various parts of the region showcased their talents in track and field events. Schools from the Welwitschia, Omaruru, Karibib, and Daures School Zones all participated in the competition. After a month of competitions in all […]
