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26 May

Namibia commemorates Africa Day

ObserverNational NewsNamibia commemorates Africa Day

Niël Terblanché Namibia yesterday joined all other nations of Africa to celebrate 60 years of enormous promise and potential of the diverse and dynamic continent. President Hage Geingob in his special commemorative message said the diamond anniversary of Africa Day is a fitting occasion for all Africans on the continent and those in the diaspora, to celebrate the achievements of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) and African Union (AU) as an enduring continental body, which has successfully championed the emancipation of the African people from colonial oppression to become masters of their own destiny and development. “The 25th of…

26 May

Nandi-Ndaitwah pays homage to allies on Africa Day

ObserverNational NewsNandi-Ndaitwah pays homage to allies on Africa Day

Niël Terblanché Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the Deputy Prime Minister of Namibia and Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, on the commemoration of Africa Day thanked countries of the world, that stood by Namibia during the Freedom Struggle. Nandi-Ndaitwah reminded the group of African heads of diplomatic missions that Africans owe it to the founders of the OAU and the people of the world who stood by Namibia during the country’s fight for freedom from colonialism. “I am referring to the government and the people of Cuba whom Africa must ensure we work together with them in prosperity. I am referring to…

26 May

Let the people “Ngungula”- Amoomo …Govt insists Angola’s fuel not up to standard

ObserverNational NewsLet the people “Ngungula”- Amoomo …Govt insists Angola’s fuel not up to standard

Stefanus Nashama The Namibian Government should not relegate its relationship with Angola simply because of fuel illicit smuggling activities commonly known as ‘Ngungula’. These are the sentiments of Prominent Windhoek Lawyer, Kadhila Amoomo, who stressed that the only logical question the Namibian government should ask itself is why people risk their lives to smuggle fuel from Angola. “Namibia and Angola share borders and people cross into both countries on a daily basis. This is because of the good relationship the two countries have. It is high time the Namibian Government critically looks into this,” he said. He said the law…

26 May

Venaani calls on improved trade between African states

ObserverNational NewsVenaani calls on improved trade between African states

Martin Endjala The Pan-African Parliament Deputy Chairperson for the Committee on Trade, Customs and Immigration, Mchenry Venaani, has reiterated that African countries are lagging behind in terms of trading with each other, adamantly stating that there is a need to improve. Venaani said this during the Pan-African Parliament workshop on the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which concluded on Tuesday in Midrand South Africa. The workshop was aimed at devising strategies towards the acceleration and implementation of the African Continental Free Trade. It is part of the Pan-African Parliament’s sixth session which commenced last week and will run through…

26 May

Swapo rubbishes letter about the suspension of Geingob

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Stefanus Nashama The SWAPO Party says that a letter circulating on social media platforms announcing the suspension of President Hage Geingob as the leader of the party is not authentic and does not concern the party. The Swapo Party Spokesperson, Hilma Nicanor yesterday in an interview with the Windhoek Observer, denounced the allegations. The letter titled; ‘Suspension from the Swapo Party President Position’ is purportedly written under the name of one Reinhold Shipwiikineni and sparked shockwaves. A number of people reacting to the said letter said that the letter is seriously misleading the nation, damaging the party’s reputation and creating…

24 May

Tourism is set to be one of the best economic drivers for 2023

ObserverObserver MoneyTourism is set to be one of the best economic drivers for 2023

Martin Endjala Namibia’s tourism industry is slowly but surely recovering from the devastation caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and is set to become one of the best economic drivers of national revenue for the remainder of 2023. According to Simonis Storm Securities’ latest Quarterly Economic Review report for 2023, the occupancy rate at hospitality establishments in April 2023 throughout Namibia stood at 51.8 percent, compared to the 36.5 percent recorded in the same month last year. The tourist inflows projector is also showing a steady improvement before Namibia’s peak tourism season which runs from May to September. According to the…

24 May

Youth encouraged to make use of oil and gas opportunities

ObserverObserver MoneyYouth encouraged to make use of oil and gas opportunities

Martin Endjala Young entrepreneurs and those seeking jobs are being encouraged to seize new opportunities that will be created by the Green Hydrogen industry as well as the oil and gas sector. According to the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), Chief Executive Officer Nangula Uaandja, various opportunities within the diverse sectors and sought-after jobs associated with them have future prospects that can drive individual and business growth while contributing to national prosperity. Uuandja spoke during Oxungi Youth Engagement Forum that was held in Windhoek last week. The event focused on a fresh approach to youth unemployment. The Forum…

24 May

Xinfeng claims the minister has no power to revoke its mining license

ObserverNational NewsXinfeng claims the minister has no power to revoke its mining license

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Chinese lithium mining company, Xinfeng Investments which filed an urgent application with the High Court earlier this month to challenge a decision by the Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, to revoke its mining license is claiming he has no right to do so. “In respect of the question of balance of convenience, the minister has no power to revoke a decision in respect of which he is functus officio. He can therefore not rely on a decision which he made without jurisdiction hence illegality - in contending that the balance of convenience favours the refusal of…

24 May

Legal fraternity question mask policy at courts

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Niël Terblanché Members of the legal fraternity in Namibia are questioning the validity of the re-introduction of precautionary measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19 after an alleged recent resurgence of the illness. Last week, the Office of the Judiciary informed all employees, the legal fraternity as well as members of the public that precautionary measures to combat the spread of Covid-19 in the superior courts of Namibia will again be enforced. This week, the Acting Chief Magistrate, Vanessa Stanley issued a memorandum to all staff members of the lower courts in which she states that it has become incumbent…

24 May

Politicians must pronounce their position on homosexuality

ObserverNational NewsPoliticians must pronounce their position on homosexuality

Stefanus Nashama Former Cabinet Minister Helmut Angula says all politicians and elected officials should clearly pronounce themselves where they stand on the issue of homosexuality. Angula said homosexuality has become a national issue that requires serious attention from everyone, particularly the leaders of the country. The silence of leaders and elected officials on the issue of same-sex marriage (homosexuality) has grown to a shocking understanding that Namibian leaders have not yet clearly pronounced themselves on the matter. He said the public, the government, and the judiciary are being led to believe that homosexuality is normal with interactions and results equivalent…