More than N$400,000 was raised at the Oshakati Totem Expo gala dinner to raise funds for the event’s success in December. The Oshakati Totem Expo began in 2012 but was halted in 2022 due to COVID-19. Oshakati Town Mayor Leonard Hango was hopeful the totem expo’s return would result in a bigger and better event […]
The Speaker of the National Assembly says there is a need to ensure that the education systems remain open, flexible, accessible, and inclusive in order to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 4, which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education for all. Professor Katjavivi, speaking during the second Regional Model Symposium held in Windhoek, noted […]
Swanu of Namibia’s Party President Dr. Tangeni Iijambo tabled a motion to discuss the enforcement of the drought relief programme by training specialists whose activities are related to the environment. Dr. Iijambo stressed that laws and policies need to be put in place to mitigate drought effects on people’s livelihoods. “Namibia is among the top […]
The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) said it has nothing to do with the suspension of New Era Managing Editor Johnathan Beukes, who was suspended on Friday following a Judicial Service Commission article that allegedly lacked transparency.
The Roads Authority (RA) continues to make great strides in terms of the construction of the A1 dual carriage road between Windhoek and Okahandja, with yet another stage of it open to the public. The construction of the A1 dual carriage road between Windhoek and Okahandja continues with the RA opening access to the 4B […]
Villages in the eastern part of Otjinene Constituency, bordering the Eiseb area in the Omaheke Region, are battling a veldfire that has destroyed vegetation and much-needed grazing. Oturauhane Village Headman, Alfons Tjipetekera, says the persistent windy conditions have made the already strong fire difficult to extinguish. Tjipetekera added that with available assistance from the government, […]
The University of Namibia’s Chancellor says the ratio between male and female graduates remains concerning and is a gap that needs to be closed. Nangolo Mbumba was speaking at the UNAM Spring Graduation Ceremony in Windhoek. In his address, UNAM Chancellor Nangolo Mbumba commended the university for constantly reviewing its curriculum. He is, however, not […]
Members of the Namibia Seaman and Allied Workers Union (NASAWU) at Luderitz staged a demonstration accusing the management of sidelining employees and failing to regularly consult and disclose their benefits from the Trust Fund that was established 26 years ago. According to the workers, the Novanam Staff Trust is supposed to provide incentives to employees […]
A fire erupted on the upper floor of a hostel building at Ella Du Plessis High School on Wednesday morning. The City of Windhoek’s fire brigade successfully extinguished the flames. Earlier this year, the students were moved from this building as it was declared unfit for habitation. However, the building was used for storing such […]
The 147th IPU Assembly is set to convene in Luanda, Angola, from October 23 to 27, 2023. This global gathering will bring together parliamentarians, partner organisations, and experts under the theme “Parliamentary Action for Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.” Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 16, the Assembly aims to strengthen governance structures, enhance public […]
