While some see the lockdown period as an economically challenging moment, others have adapted to the situation and reinvented themselves to stay relevant. Joseph Ailonga also known as Jossy Joss has started an online platform, which entertains, educates and informs the masses in the comfort of their homes.
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2020-04-172024-05-07Columns
Industry Loop – No compromise
There is a couple of things that I have been consistent about since the New Era newspaper started publishing this column light years ago. I have consistently criticised clubs, bars & lounges for their lack of appreciation for their customer’s hard-earned money, time and convenience.
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2020-04-172024-04-30Front Page News
Covid-19: Shangula a kupulashi omapopyo efyo lotete moshilongo
Nonande pe na omapopyo okutya otashi dulika moNamibia mwa lopotwa oshiponga shotete shefyo sha etwa kombuto yoCovid-19, Ominista youndjolowele Dr Kalumbi Shangula onghela okwa ekelashi omapopyo aa kokule, ta ti kape na nande oshimwe tashi kwatakanifa efyo olo la dilaadilwa koCovid-19.
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2020-04-172024-04-30Front Page News
Aalongisikola moshilongo ashihe itaya ka pitikwa okwiinyenga ethimbo
ONGWEDIVA - Uuministeli welongo owa kumagidha aanashilonga ayehe muuministeli moka mboka ya adhike ye li kokule nomahala gawo gokulonga, ya yande okuza komahala hoka ye li oshoka itashi ka pitikwa omanga omasiku gane gaMei inaga thika.
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2020-04-162024-04-30Front Page News
Enforcing the law
No mercy… The Windhoek City Police yesterday set up a number of roadblocks in an effort to dissuade movement as part of measures to stem the spread of Covid-19. Government this week announced the current lockdown would be extended nationwide until 4 May 2020. Traffic officers dished out warnings and requested those who are essential service providers to always have their permits on them. Photo: Emmency Nuukala
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2020-04-162024-04-30Front Page News
Ndeitunga warns against misinformation
Police chief Sebastian Ndeitunga has strongly warned some pastors who this week went viral on social media urging other Namibians not to accept the state-initiated N$750 once-off grant to cushion the recipients from the economic impact of the effects stemming from the far-reaching initial 21-day lockdown period.
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2020-04-162024-04-30Front Page News
Shangula: Worst is yet to come
Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula has warned there is worse still to come before the country turns the corner against the Covid-19 outbreak. Speaking yesterday at the Covid-19 communication centre in Windhoek, Shangula reiterated even though there is a public irritation at the government’s stay-at-home advice, a full lockdown was necessary to contain the spread of the virus and save lives of Namibians.
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2020-04-162024-05-07National
Cleaner battles Covid-19 stigma… despite risking her life, she faces discrimination
A hospital cleaner endured stigma after putting her life on the frontline for two weeks to clean a patient’s room who tested positive for Covid-19 last month, joining the ranks of millions of health workers in the world whose selfless efforts have received worldwide praise and salutations.
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2020-04-162024-04-30Front Page News
Homeless face hardship during virus lockdown
WALVIS BAY – Several homeless residents of Walvis are enduring untold daily hardship, struggling to fulfill their basic needs since the lockdown to curtail the spread of the fast spreading global pandemic came into effect.
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2020-04-162024-04-30Front Page News
Kavango West identifies isolation centre
Due to the global coronavirus pandemic that has brought the world to a standstill, regional leaders from all 14 regions are proactively engaging stakeholders on possible strategies to halt and contain the further spread of the virus across the country.