Auleria Wakudumo The Swartbooi Traditional Authority has designated Charles Williams as their new chief following Daniel Luipert’s retirement last Friday. The event took place on Saturday at Fransfontein in the Kunene region. Speaking at the coronation ceremony, the chairperson for the Council of Traditional Leaders, Chief Emmanuel /Gaseb, stated that by conducting a smooth transition of power, the Swartbooi (//Khau/Goan)...
‘District hospital a reality, not a dream’
Chelva Wells Health minister Kalumbi Shangula has seemingly taken a dig at naysayers for casting aspersion over the construction of the Windhoek District Hospital. Since Namibia’s independence, the government has made significant investments in primary health care, bringing over 76% of the population within a 10-kilometre radius of health facilities with skilled personnel. This was said by Shangula on Monday...
APP to reintroduce colleges of education
RUNDU – President of the All People’s Party Ambrosius Kumbwa stated that if elected into power, his party would reintroduce colleges of education. He made the statement during the official launch of his party’s manifesto, held at the Dr Romanus Kampungu Secondary School Sports Stadium on Saturday. He criticised the country’s education system, claiming it had failed Namibians for 34...
/Gaseb: Don’t conflate traditional matters with politics
FRANSFONTEIN – Council of Traditional Leaders chairperson Immanuel /Gaseb has said traditional matters and political affiliation should not be conflated. Speaking at the official coronation ceremony of Charles Otto William /Uirab of the Swartbooi Traditional Authority on Saturday, /Gaseb emphasised the difference between politics, customary law and its responsibilities. “I, therefore, call upon traditional communities to not confuse traditional matters...
Three new executive directors appointed
Secretary to Cabinet, George Simataa on Monday announced the appointment of three new executive directors at government ministries and agencies. The appointments take effect on 1 November 2024. Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati, who was the deputy executive director in the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade, is now the executive director in the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare, Simataa...
Women can enhance community policing – Frederick
KEETMANSHOOP – Women in uniform bring unique insights and approaches that enhance community policing efforts and improve public trust, //Kharas governor Aletha Frederick has said. Speaking as she officiated the induction workshop of the Namibian Police women’s network focal point persons on Monday, Frederick said it appeared the public has lost trust in men and women in uniform, urging the...
Parties preach youth empowerment
Presidential candidates have recognised the critical role the youth play in shaping the nation’s future. They have taken steps to empower Young Turks within their ranks. This is not only reflective of the country’s growing youth population but also a strategic move to tap into the fresh perspectives that young people bring to the table. A glance at the different...
Youth urged to embrace agriculture
Charles Ndeumane Omusati governor Erginus Endjala says the youth possess the physical energy and brain power required to succeed in farming. He said he does not understand why most young people do not recognise the opportunities and financial potential in agriculture. “Young people have a belief that farming is for the elderly, but in fact, agriculture is for young people,...
Our objective this year is to win – Jacobs
Brave Gladiators head coach Woody Jacobs has made it clear that the team’s goal at this year’s Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (Cosafa) Women’s Championship is to win the tournament. He made these remarks following the draw for the tournament yesterday, where Namibia’s Gladiators were placed in Group A alongside Eswatini, South Africa and Seychelles. This year’s edition of...
Ndjolonimus to headline ‘Your Vote Count’ boxing bonanza
World Boxing Organisation (WBO) Africa super middleweight champion Paulinus Ndjolonimus will face Ghana’s Abubakar Mubarak in a highly anticipated title match next month. The two fighters will clash in the main event of the ‘Your Vote Count’ boxing bonanza, set to take place at the Windhoek Country Club and Casino. The event, scheduled for 16 November, will feature 12 fights....