Homeowners under the Okakarara Shack Dwellers Federation have been living in unhygienic conditions due to a faulty drainage system. The town’s Chief Executive Officer, Ehrnst Katjiku, says the affected residents will, in the meantime, be provided with a short-term solution. More than 1,000 Okakarara residents own houses through the Shark Dwellers Federation. However, since 2019, […]
Residents of Lyashulu Village in the Zambezi Region have expressed disappointment with the alleged continuation of harassment by members of the Anti-Poaching Unit in their area. The Headman of Shihyera Sub-Khuta, Oscar Munanzi, says the actions of the Unit cannot be tolerated anymore. The community says several fishermen in the area have allegedly been subjected […]
The National Council Chairperson, Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has announced the resumption of the eighth session of the National Council, which is scheduled to last for the next three weeks. He emphasised the importance of a speedy yet effective review process, with a particular focus on the eight urgent Bills that have already been referred to […]
Robberies, theft, murder, suicide, culpable homicide, and possession of harmful substances were crimes reported by the Police this past weekend. Three deaths by suicide were recorded, the first being Mashadia Marques, a resident of Windhoek’s Dorado Valley. She hanged herself at home, allegedly following an argument with her husband. Sem Johannes from Windhoek’s Wanaheda also […]
Breaking bad habits takes time and effort, but mostly perseverance. These were the sentiments shared by various speakers at the “We Are Not Gonna Do That” motivational event, which took place in Windhoek under the theme “Breaking Bad Habits”. Breaking bad habits means making changes, and this involves strong emotions, even when change is intended […]
As part of the just-ended operation Hanganee II, the Namibian Defence Force and its counterpart from Botswana promoted cultural practises through various activities. Speaking at the cultural day held at Gobabis, Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate stressed that culture plays a significant role in promoting mutual understanding and appreciating one another as sister countries. Nganate emphasised […]
Since it became a municipally governed area 12 years ago, Oranjemund continues to make progress in implementing capital projects in the current financial year. Charles Kakuru, Acting CEO of the Oranjemund Town Council, says the infrastructure development promotes economic growth in the town. “We have embarked on several projects in our council, starting with the […]
The Karasburg community also raised its concerns with the minister regarding the alleged irregularities at the Town Council. These include the dormancy of the Council’s Built Together Housing Programme, irregular appointments, and water and electricity issues. The community reiterated the complaints it lodged with the minister. Minister Uutoni explained that replacements in any local authority […]
The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Erastus Uutoni, has warned local authorities against irregular and unprocedural staff appointments. Uutoni sounded the warning following a closed-door engagement with political office bearers and the administration of the Karasburg Town Council over controversies surrounding the appointments of the Acting CEO and Personal Assistant to the Mayor. […]
The National Assembly has made progress in passing urgent Bills crucial to preventing potential greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force. Out of the thirteen pressing Bills, eight have already been passed and referred to the National Council for review. The urgency to pass these Bills stemmed from the June 30th deadline, which was set […]
