Residents of Samora Machal went out in their numbers on Friday to receive free groceries as the Food Bank continues to roll out its programme. Residents of the Khomas region’s Samora Machal constituency flocked to the office of the constituency two hours before opening time with great anticipation of the arrival of the food delivery […]
The Ministry of Economic Planning is going all out to ensure that the fifth National Development Plan, NDP5, is a success. As testimony, it’s deputy minister recently concluded consultations in the Kavango East and West Regions on the draft plan.
26 years after independence was achieved, many war veterans are still committed to the values on which the Swapo Party was formed more than 50 years ago. The resettlement farm of Snipriver is situated 100km South-West of Keetmanshoop in the //Karas region. It is the home of war veteran, Ida Jimmy Haeiros, who was arrested […]
The Otjiwarongo Community in the Otjozondjupa region are reeling in shock following the death of a 28-year-old woman who was hacked to death with a machete by her boyfriend on Friday evening.
By Breschneff T. Katjaimo Paulus “The Hitman” Moses has challenged WBO World lightweight champion Terry Flanagan of England to a fight. Moses, who recently beat Thoson Mokwana on points to secure the WBO Africa lightweight title, is keen to add to his record. The Hitman is currently not ranked in the top 15 of the […]
Kalkrand residents in the Hardap Region took to the streets this week accusing the Chief Executive Officer of corruption, mismanagement and fraud. The quiet village of Kalkrand came to life on Thursday when more than a 100 unhappy residents demonstrated against alleged unfair practices and corruption taking place at the village council head office under […]
As part of the new hybrid governance model, all Chief Executive Officers and Director-Generals of Public Enterprises will sign performance agreements based on set targets. The model will be implemented once legal amendments are finalised and about 18 commercial government institutions transferred to the Ministry.
Cabinet has directed the Government and public institutions to repair leaks and fix faulty plumbing which have contributing to water losses and high bills. This comes as the latest intervention by the Government to address the water scarcity in the central areas of Namibia as a result of the prevailing drought. Information and Communication Technology […]
United Nations agencies have warned that southern African countries are at risk of another year of food shortages. They say the drought-hit region is expected to be hit by above-average rainfall, which can trigger floods and damage crops. The World Food Programme notes that the region is still reeling from the effects of the El […]
The just ended week-long African Drought Conference has been described a resounding success. The conference adopted the Windhoek Declaration and a white paper strategic framework document for drought risk management and enhancing resilience on the continent.
