President Nangolo Mbumba says Namibia acknowledges and honours the involvement of the youth and their essential function as part of civil society in fortifying democracy. He said it is through the expressions of community organisations, grassroots initiatives and individuals – often spearheaded by young leaders – that those in positions of authority are reminded of...
Despite the critical role agriculture plays and the persistence to continuously develop the sector in Namibia, it still contributes only about 6% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). This is while more than 70% of the population relies on it for their livelihoods. The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA)’s provisional census results announced recently show...
KATIMA MULILO – The adage ‘No parent should have to bury their child’ truly reflected the sombre and heart-wrenching mood during the memorial and burial of the four minors who recently tragically died in Katima Mulilo. Maureen Simataa (3), Variety Lubilo (6), Mwaka Muzimisa (4) and Chimbo Matengu (3) died last week after they suffocated...
Zebaldt Ngaruka EPUKIRO – The largest sports complex Lagare Stadium in the Omaheke region, has recently been compelled to shut down to allow its surface to recuperate. This was confirmed by Frederick Takulu Ueitele, Gobabis Municipality spokesperson, who stated that the closure was essential due to the stadium’s deteriorating condition and declining standards. “The pressure...
Hesron Kapanga KARIBIB – Long-distance runners of the Namibian Correctional Service (NCS) dominated the various categories during the 10th edition of the QKR Namibia Navachab half-marathon, which took place in Karibib on Saturday. NCS athlete Paulus Daniel and Namibian Police Force runner Lavinia Haitope were crowned the new champions of the Navachab half-marathon after finishing...
With less than three months to go before election day, different political entities have deployed different strategies to identify those of their members best- suited to drive their agenda in the National Assembly. The stark divide between political parties embracing democratic values and those leaning towards autocratic practices has come into sharp focus. While some...
Uakutura Kambaekua OPUWO – Over the years, Opuwo has faced significant under-representation and limited opportunities in football for young people, making the Kunene region’s capital the only town without a football foundation structure out of all seven constituencies. Despite several efforts to improve the situation, football remained dominated by older boys and girls until last...
WALVIS BAY – The dust won’t settle around the RedForce saga in Walvis Bay, as residents are now mobilising support for court action against the town council. This turn of events came after a settlement agreement was reached between the Walvis Bay municipality and debt-collectorRedForce, in which the municipality apologised for recent allegations of fraud...
The Cabinet has approved a phased approach to lifting restrictions imposed by the veterinary cordon fence as announced in its 16th decision-making meeting of 2024 yesterday. The decision, announced by the Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology Modestus Amutse, aims to promote economic development and improve livestock health in affected regions. Cabinet has proposed...
Amidst deepening cracks of division within the party, the Utjiua Muinjangue-led Nudo leadership appears undeterred, as they have now set the dates for the party’s electoral college and manifesto launch. The dates were officially confirmed by the party’s secretary general Josef Kauandenge, who said they will first hold their national executive committee meeting on 3...