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29 Sep

UDF set to launch manifesto in October

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Hilarius Hamutenya The United Democratic Front (UDF) will launch its election manifesto during its congress in Otjiwarongo on 12 October. Last week, the UDF’s spokesperson, Mabasen Narib told the Windhoek Observer that in the manifesto, the party's leadership will unpack how the party intends to change the state of government and make service delivery the order of business. “UDF presents itself as the next best alternative party to the voters. The manifesto will give a detailed strategic plan on how we intend to address the bread and butter issues of our people,” he said. Narib added that the UDF has…

29 Sep

Mbumba’s participation in UNGA solidifies Namibia’s global role

info_e12wt4csNational NewsUnited Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79)

Niël Terblanché President Nangolo Mbumba returned home on Saturday after his working visit to the United States, where he participated in the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79) in New York. The session, held from 19 to 26 September, was themed “Leaving no one behind: Acting together for the advancement of peace, sustainable development, and human dignity for the present and future generations.” Mbumba also co-facilitated the Summit of the Future with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, according to a statement from the Namibian Presidency. The summit was convened under the theme “Summit of the Future: Multilateral…

29 Sep

Netball Namibia honours its former presidents

info_e12wt4csSportsRebekka Goagoses

Ester Mbathera Netball Namibia has awarded honorary membership to its former presidents, recognising their invaluable contributions to the sport's growth in the country. Federation president, Rebekka Goagoses announced this during the conclusion of the MTC Premier League in Otjiwarongo on Sunday. “Recently, at our annual general meeting held in Ongwediva, we took significant steps to honour those who have paved the way for Namibian netball. We awarded honorary membership to former presidents Agnes Tjongarero, Carol Garoes, Lydia Kandetu, Lydia Mutenda, and former Vice President Isadore Nell. Their contributions laid the foundation for the growth we celebrate today, and we owe…

29 Sep

SADC PF convenes retreat to strengthen budgetary practices for SRHR advocacy

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Moses Magadza The SADC Parliamentary Forum's SIDA-funded Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), HIV, and AIDS Governance Project has convened a budget analysis retreat for researchers and staff of national parliaments to strengthen budgetary practices for SRHR advocacy. The retreat began in Johannesburg on September 28 with the secretary general of the SADC Parliamentary Forum, Boemo Sekgoma, underscoring the need for rigorous budget planning in SRHR. “Without a budget, nothing can be achieved,” Sekgoma said when she officially opened the retreat, highlighting the role financial resources play in implementing essential health initiatives. She highlighted the interconnectedness of budget allocations…

29 Sep

Katima Mulilo correctional facility transformed into agricultural hub

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Niël Terblanché On Friday, Namibia took an innovative step towards improving food security and rehabilitating offenders serving sentences in prison with the inauguration of an agricultural project at the Katima Mulilo Correctional Facility. The project, located in the Zambezi region, aims to repurpose the idle Katima Farm into a food-producing correctional facility, marking an important milestone for both the country’s correctional system and agricultural sector. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, while speaking at the event, stressed the transformative potential of the project. "This facility will not only provide a secure environment for individuals serving…

29 Sep

Envisaged LPG terminal to strengthen Namibia’s energy security

info_e12wt4csObserver MoneyLiquid Petroleum Gas (LPG), National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor), Walvis Bay Corridor Group

Niël Terblanché A new era in Namibia’s energy landscape started on Friday with a groundbreaking ceremony at the envisaged Erongo Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) Import Bulk Storage Facility in Walvis Bay. The project will address the country's severe LPG shortages while also fostering trade with its neighbours. The Erongo regional governor, Neville Andre, while speaking at the ceremony, explained the strategic importance of the project, which will cater not only to Namibia but also to Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and various other countries from the Southern African Development Community (SADC). “This facility will not only cater to the Namibian market but…

27 Sep

Gold refinery out of reach for Namibia

info_e12wt4csMainHeye Daun

CHAMWE KAIRA There is little hope that Namibia will be able to refine gold locally in the near future. This is despite increasing gold production and the development of a third gold mine. The outgoing CEO of Osino Resources, Heye Daun, explained that Namibia and South Africa have similar regulations around gold and that gold refining and all gold production in Namibia go to the Rand Refinery in Johannesburg. “We had this discussion before. A refinery in Namibia is not economically viable. Refineries are very expensive. They require big orders of big magnitude,” said Daun. Rand Refinery was established by…

26 Sep

Mbumba calls for global climate action and fair representation at UNGA

info_e12wt4csNational NewsState of Emergency, UNGA’s 79th session

Niël Terblanché In his address at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), President Nangolo Mbumba delivered an address centred on Namibia's commitment to sustainable development, multilateralism, and justice. Mbumba stressed the importance of global cooperation in tackling the pressing challenges of climate change, conflict, and economic inequities, while also advocating for African representation in international governance bodies such as the UN Security Council. “Namibia is deeply affected by climate change and is experiencing severe environmental consequences that have disrupted fisheries and agriculture, especially under the El Niño phenomenon,” he told the world leaders assembled in New…

26 Sep

Amupanda seeks legal protection in red line case

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Affirmative Repositioning movement’s (AR) leader, Job Amupanda has requested protection from legal costs in his ongoing lawsuit against the government for the removal of the Veterinary Cordon Fence, also known as the red line. He was seeking an order from the court that would prevent any adverse cost ruling if he loses the case during the matter’s hearing in the Windhoek High Court on Thursday. "I pray to this Honourable Court for an order in terms of which I am protected against an adverse cost order in the event that I am unsuccessful in this matter. For…

26 Sep

RDP not Swapo’s enemy

info_e12wt4csNational NewsMike Kavekotora, Sophia Shaningwa

Ester Mbathera The Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP) president, Mike Kavekotora, has dismissed claims that his party is an enemy of Swapo. Kavekotora was responding to claims made in a controversial letter attributed to Swapo’s secretary general, Sophia Shaningwa, which alleges that RDP agents have infiltrated Swapo since 2007 where after some of them have allegedly obtained leadership positions. “I question the authenticity of this letter. I know Shaningwa very well. She was my employee at NHE and she cannot possibly be so ignorant and out of touch with reality,” he said. In the event that the letter was…