OTJIWARONGO – Two male employees of the North Central Regional Electricity Distributor (Cenored) at Otjiwarongo were arrested yesterday morning on allegations of fraudulent activities and forgery. Namibian Police head of community affairs in the Otjozondjupa region, Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha in an interview with Nampa yesterday said the suspects, aged 43 and 50, will appear...
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Drought accelerates Outjo charcoal production
OPUWO – The Kunene region has been heavily affected by drought, prompting farmers in the Outjo constituency to diversify their income through the production of charcoal. Following a decade of poor rains and failed harvests, as well as livestock losses due to the drought, most commercial farmers in the constituency are facing dire consequences, with...
Omuthiya gets water reservoirs
Hilma Hashange The water shortage at Omuthiya will soon become a thing of the past after the town received two bulk water storage facilities. The reservoirs can supply water to residents during emergency water shortages. The storage facilities were officially handed over to Omuthiya Town Council by ALV Consulting Engineers, who were contracted to construct...
New police station beckons for DRC… as a mining giant steps in
SWAKOPMUND – The Democratic Resettlement Community (DRC) in Swakopmund is set to benefit in the form of obtaining a new police station – thanks to a donation of N$20 million from Rössing Uranium. The donation will come in handy, as the initiative comes at a time when crime has become a grave concern in Swakopmund,...
African airlines set for a small profit in 2024…but N$1.8 billion yield still below global average
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on Africa’s governments to take advantage of a strengthening aviation sector to maximise its benefits for economic and social development across the continent. Recently, IATA announced that Africa’s airlines are expected to earn a collective net profit in 2024 for the second year in a row. That is...
Shiimi assures greylisting will not impact emerging industries
Finance minister Iipumbu Shiimi said Namibians should rest assured that Namibia being greylisted now will not have any effect on the new industries. “The confidence shown by investors in support for green energy initiatives in Namibia, one of the leading countries championing green hydrogen, is expected to continue. Countries that have been placed on the...
Paris Olympics organiser stays focused on Games, not politics
The chief organiser of the Paris Olympics said yesterday he was focused on preparations for the Games later this month, rather than the political turmoil gripping France. Tony Estanguet was asked whether the stated values of Paris 2024 and its motto “Games Wide Open” were consistent with the anti-immigration and nationalist agenda of the National...
Tribute to Mandela Kapere: A beacon of hope for Namibian youth
Shaandre Finnies Today, we gather with heavy hearts and profound gratitude to pay tribute to a man who dedicated his life to uplifting and empowering the youth of Namibia, Mandela Kapere. His untimely departure has left a void that words alone cannot fill, but his legacy will forever inspire and guide us. Mandela Kapere was...
Children’s Parliament empowering youth
National Assembly speaker Peter Katjavivi said the Children’s Parliament is more than just a forum, as it empowers the youth in various ways. “It is a catalyst for change. It empowers our youth to engage in democratic processes, shaping a future where every child’s voice is heard and their rights are upheld,” he said in...
OM SEED concludes with Oshikoto entrepreneurs
The 2024 Old Mutual Sustainable, Economic and Empowerment Drive (OM SEED) initiative has officially concluded, marking another successful year of empowering Namibia’s brightest entrepreneurial minds. This year’s programme concluded in the Oshikoto region, where innovative businesses and exceptional talent were uncovered, awarding three standout entrepreneurs who are set tomake a lasting impact in their communities....









