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05 Dec

Namibian Government overspending continues

ObserverOpinionsNamibian Government overspending continues

Captain Nelson Tuhafeni Kalangula In my last written opinion piece I wrote about the role of an advisor to our government leaders, with the soul aim to clarify on their key role on helping the country make cost saving decisions.In the latest development it was reported that up to 142 Namibians flew to United Arabs Emirates (Dubai) for the COP-28 summit, the trip is in respect of the global renewable energy efficiency, (with high concentration on the hyped up green hydrogen). The idea is green, however, the biggest questions to ask are - has our country’s challenges particularly during the…

05 Dec

Sports Commentary..

ObserverOpinions, SportsOrlando Pirates: Navigating Troubled Waters in the Namibia Premier Football League

Orlando Pirates: Navigating Troubled Waters in the Namibia Premier Football League Isack Hamata In the annals of Namibian football history, Orlando Pirates stands as a powerhouse that has dominated the scene with a rich history of triumphs. However, the current plight of this once-mighty football club has sent shockwaves through the footballing community, leaving fans and stakeholders questioning the future of the team. The recent seasons have been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride for Orlando Pirates, who narrowly escaped the clutches of relegation in the past two campaigns. The current season, however, paints a grim picture for the Pirates…

05 Dec

Successful Inaugural NYSDP Football Administration Course

ObserverSportsSuccessful Inaugural NYSDP Football Administration Course

Nkurenkuru, Kavango West Region : In a landmark event for football administration, representatives from Outjo, Rundu, Ohangwena, and Nkurenkuru converged at the Nkurenkuru town council offices for a three-day workshop organized by the NYSDP. The workshop, focusing on football administration, aimed to enhance knowledge and skills in various critical areas of sports management. The course, facilitated by renowned Sports Consultant Mathew Haikali, with assistance from Mbunga Mitiri and Joy Earnets, covered a wide array of modules. Topics included statutes, marketing, sponsorship, club structure, managing people in sports, and technical development. The founder and owner of one of the Football Club…

05 Dec

“I don’t hate Chinese and Indians “ – Mukwiilongo

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Stefanus Nashama In response to people who say he hates Chinese and Indian nationals, the Leader of the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF), Epafras Mukwiilongo, denied the accusations and that he does not have personal issues with their businesses. Mukwiilongo said this in an interview with Windhoek Observer yesterday. According to him, the only thing he hates about Chinese and Indian businesspeople is the labour hiring system they are using to pay Namibians slave wages. He highlighted that it is a sad truth that Chinese and Indian businessmen men and women are paying Namibian peanuts in an independent Namibia while…

05 Dec

GRN should create basic income grant for unemployed – Mbangu

ObserverNational NewsGRN should create basic income grant for unemployed - Mbangu

Martin Endjala Namibia’s poverty levels are said to have reached alarming proportions and it is reported to be on the increase. In 2021, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) survey found that about 60 percent of Namibians are either multi-dimensionally poor or vulnerable to multi-dimensional poverty. “It is high time that the government created a universal basic income for unemployed Namibians to avert poverty and to provide social protection in the country.” These are the words of National Council member of Parliament Paulus Mbangu, in a telephonic conversation with this publication yesterday. His call for a basic income grant for…

05 Dec

NSA loses 30 enumeration tablets out of 13 000

ObserverNational NewsNSA loses 30 enumeration tablets out of 13 000

Martin Endjala The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) has revealed that out of the 13,000 tablets issued to enumerators during Census 2023 counting period, 30 were reported lost. NSA spokesperson, Iipumbu Sakaria said this while responding to questions during a press engagement to unpack challenges the agency faced during the counting process. He explained that before enumerators are issued with the tablets, they are signed off and a report is to be accompanied when it is returned, and based on the report is what will determine the cue of action to be taken against such an individual should it be found…

05 Dec

“Amupanda is no longer a youth. He must man up”, says Amunime

ObserverNational Newssays Amunime, “Amupanda is no longer a youth. He must man up”

Stefanus Nashama Former National Spokesperson of the Affirmative Repositioning (AR) Movement, Simon Amunime, said he is not interested in any fight with the movement’s leader, Job Amupanda. This follows after Amupanda yesterday took to social media accusing Amunime of running a fake Facebook account bearing the AR name while he is no longer part of the movement. “Dear activist and general members of the public. It has come to our attention that there is a boorish individual by the name of Simon Kanepolo Amunime who is suffering from dementia. He is the one running this fake AR Page and posting…

05 Dec

‘We Paid for Our Children’…First Family addresses allegations of abuse of state resources

ObserverMainDubai for the 28th session of COP 28., Treasury Regulations of the Government of the Republic of Namibia., ‘We Paid for Our Children’...First Family addresses allegations of abuse of state resources

Niël Terblanché Namibia’s First Couple, President Hage Geingob and First Lady Monica Geingos issued a statement to address concerns regarding expenses incurred for their children and other members of the First Family who accompanied them to Dubai for the 28th session of COP 28. According to a statement issued by State House, President Geingob and the First Lady have distinguished between expenses within their prerogative as the First Couple and those classified as private expenditures, as stipulated by the Treasury Regulations of the Government of the Republic of Namibia. These regulations specify that the children and other members of the…

05 Dec

Road infrastructure development is hindered by a myriad of challenges in the Kunene Region

ObserverNational NewsRoad infrastructure development is hindered by a myriad of challenges in the Kunene Region

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Kunene Region is grappling with a multitude of challenges hindering the development of its road infrastructure. This is according to a recent report by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure, and Housing after an oversight visit to the road infrastructure of the region. The report sheds light on the complex issues impeding progress in this crucial sector. One of the primary challenges highlighted by the regional leadership is the uneven distribution of the road infrastructure network. The vastness and sparse population of the region have led to a concentration of roads in the eastern and south-eastern. “The…

05 Dec

Inspector General calls on Namibian Police Officers to rise to challenges

ObserverNational News

Niël Terblanché A total of 4,682 officers of the Namibian Police, spanning ranks from constables to inspectors, were promoted to higher offices during a special parade held at the Israel Patrick Iyambo Police College in Windhoek. The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, stressed that these promotions should not be perceived as mere decorations or rewards, but rather as a call to shoulder significant responsibilities. According to General Shikongo, these responsibilities include a high level of accountability, unwavering commitment, and unwavering honesty in upholding the rule of law. He added that the promotion is a testament…