The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation has expressed concern at the unfortunate incident during which a Namibian national lost his eyesight in Johannesburg, South Africa, last week. In a statement, the High Commission of the Republic of Namibia in Pretoria, together with the South African authorities, are in the process of establishing the facts […]
The police in the Zambezi Region are investigating a case of culpable homicide in which a Zambian national was allegedly run over by a government car belonging to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism near Kanono Village. Police regional spokesperson in Zambezi, Inspector Kisco Sitali, said the deceased, whose age is unknown, was identified […]
The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation has apologised to Ohamba of Oukwanyama Traditional Authority Martha Nelumbu for being seated on a plastic chair at the funeral service of the late Ambassador Hadino Hishongwa at Eenhana over the weekend. The incident caused an outcry in some quarters of society.
The address follows questions posed by PDM Leader McHenry Venaani to Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, which drew attention to Article 19 of Namibia’s Constitution. Article 19 affirms every person’s right to enjoy, practice, promote, and maintain their culture, language, tradition, or religion, provided it does not infringe on others’ rights or the national interest. Venaani […]
Justice Moses Chinhengo was sworn in as Acting Judge of the High Court today. Chinhengo was appointed by President Hage Geingob on the recommendation of the Judicial Service Commission from September to December 2023. The swearing-in was administered by Judge-President Petrus Damaseb. Justice Moses Chinhengo was appointed to specifically preside over the matter of the […]
A scientist at Avagro near Swakopmund has been exploring options for growing disease-free bananas and date palms to help Namibian farmers diversify their crops and get better yields. Through a process called tissue culture, Frieda Shigwedha says Avagro’s plan is to train local people on how to cultivate bananas and create jobs for themselves. Located […]
Erongo Governor Neville Andre has urged human resources practitioners to create an environment that enables individuals to reach their full potential at work. Human resources practitioners in Namibia have gathered at Swakopmund for a two-day conference. The 13th Annual General Meeting of the Institute of People Management is being held under the theme “Unleash, Inspire, […]
There is N$93 million of unclaimed funds in the Guardian’s Fund, which is supervised by the Master of the High Court. The Executive Director of the Ministry of Justice, Gladice Pickering, described the amount as shocking. The total value of the account stands at N$2.3 billion. There is a law that requires the Ministry of […]
The National Organisation of Youth with Disabilities (NOYD) is struggling with its operations after donors withdrew their support. Last year, the National Organisation of Youth with Disabilities elected disability coordinators for all regions. They are tasked with taking up disability matters at the regional level. The organisation is, however, finding it difficult to operate optimally […]
Aminuis Constituency Councillor, Peter Kazongominja has urged traditional authorities to act as guardians of the community, even when it comes to stock-theft-related matters, as most culprits are among them. Kazongominja made this remark at a stakeholders engagement at Corridor 13, where traditional leaders and the regional council discussed escalating stock theft in and around Corridor […]
