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26 May

Tourism will not be affected by new visa requirements

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Niël Terblanché Fears that the tourism industry will be affected by a decision by the Cabinet to introduce visa requirements for certain countries have been allayed. Last week, the Cabinet announced that the executive had approved the implementation of visa requirements for nationals from 31 countries that have not reciprocated Namibia's favourable treatment of their citizens. According to Margaret Kalo, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security’s, Chief Public Relations Officer, the strategic decision is aimed at promoting fair and balanced diplomatic relations with these countries. Kalo, however, stressed that this measure is not intended to hinder legitimate…

26 May

Swapo faces eviction from Oranjemund office

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Ester Mbathera The Swapo leadership in Oranjemund has until Thursday to settle approximately N$2 million in municipal debts, failing which they risk eviction from their offices. This follows the party's failure to pay a municipal debt since 2020. The party was served with the eviction notice by the town council lawyers, Ileni Velikoshi Incorporated, on 21 May. “Kindly vacate our client’s property within seven calendar days of receiving this letter. If you do not vacate our client’s property within seven days as herein demanded, our client will seek an appropriate ejectment, and you will be responsible for the cost,” reads…

26 May

NSI marks 15 years with a strategic vision for the future

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Niël Terblanché The Namibian Standards Institution (NSI) marked its 15th anniversary on Monday with a celebration in Windhoek, coinciding with World Metrology Day. The event stressed the crucial role of measurement in both global and local contexts and highlighted NSI’s dedication to enhancing Namibia's national quality infrastructure over the past 15 years. Paul Kalenga, Chairperson of the Namibian Standards Council, opened the event, setting a tone of reflection, celebration, and strategic planning for the future. A significant highlight was the launch of the NSI’s Integrated Strategic Business Plan (ISBP) for 2024-2028, designed to guide the institution’s efforts in the coming…

26 May

O&L Leisure invest N$500 000 to host AHIF

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As Namibia gears up to host the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) next month, O&L Leisure, a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver and List Group, has thrown its weight behind the premier event with a sponsorship of N$500 000, with 300 delegates expected to attend.This was announced today in Windhoek by O&L executive chairman and managing director of O&L Leisure, Sven Thieme.This is the first time the event is being hosted in Southern Africa after Namibia won the bid and was announced as the 2024 host last year.The bid was facilitated by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), which…

26 May

Notorious poacher’s week-long court marathon

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By: Niël Terblanché Notorious poacher, Derick Brockerhoff, who has at least 11 illicit hunting cases pending against him in various courts across Namibia, has made his third appearance in a magistrate's court in one week.Last Friday, he appeared before a Windhoek Magistrate on a case that stems from his arrest in the mountains surrounding the Eros Neighbourhood of the capital city. That case was postponed until 30 July for further investigation.On Tuesday, he made another appearance before the magistrate in Rehoboth on charges stemming from a case of poaching on a farm near Nauchas in the Khomashochland to the west…

26 May

Notorious poacher’s week-long court marathon

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Niël Terblanché Notorious poacher, Derick Brockerhoff, who has at least 11 illicit hunting cases pending against him in various courts across Namibia, has made his fifth appearance in a magistrate's court in one week. Last Friday, he appeared before a Windhoek Magistrate on a case that stems from his arrest in the mountains surrounding the Eros Neighbourhood of the capital city. That case was postponed until 30 July for further investigation. On Tuesday, he made another appearance before the magistrate in Rehoboth on charges stemming from a case of poaching on a farm near Nauchas in the Khomashochland to the…

25 May

Omagongo belongs to all of us says Mbumba

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President Nangolo Mbumba says the Omagongo festival belongs to all Namibians.He urged Namibians to continue to promote and celebrate cultural festivals as a means of fostering a spirit of unity by pulling in one direction as a nation.Mbumba was speaking at the occasion of the 2024 Omagongo festival at the Onambango Palace, in the Uukwiyuwushona Constituency, Oshana Region on Saturday."It is an event that can be attended and celebrated by all, whether you are from Oshana, Erongo, Zambezi, Hardap, Omaheke, and Limpopo in South Africa or Ghanzi in Botswana.It is a unifying event where we celebrate in style by eating…

25 May

Africa must develop an educated working force-Mbumba

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By: Martin Endjala President Nangolo Mbumba on the commemoration of Africa Day said that the continent must develop an educated workforce with the necessary skills and knowledge, for emerging opportunities in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), to address challenges faced by the continent.Mbumba said this in a statement in commemoration of the Africa Day, which is remembered each year on 25 May.This year’s commemoration is under the theme 'Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Building Resilient Education Systems for Increased Access to Inclusive, Lifelong, Quality, and Relevant Learning in Africa'."The world is changing at an unprecedented pace and…

25 May

CONTRACT NULIFIED:

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The High Court on Friday nullified the Central Procurement Board of Namibia's (CPBN) decision to award a N$1.3 billion pharmaceutical supply tender to Cospharm Investment Pty Ltd. The court also nullified the Review Board’s decision to award the tender.Businessman Shapwa Kanyama, through his company, Africure Pharmaceutical, took Cospharm, CPBN, and other bidders to court last year.Cospharm’s majority shareholder is a five-year-old child, while the father, Cosmas Mukaratirwa, owns 49%. The company was to supply pharmaceuticals used in cancer treatment and psychological disorders for two years.The court ordered Cospharm and CPBN to cover the applicant's legal costs jointly.

25 May

Bondelswartz invited to choose a new chief

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On 29 May 2024, the Governor of //Kharas Region will mediate a meeting that will bring clarity to the Chieftaincy dispute of the Bondelswartz clan.Nathaniel Christiaans, the Gaob Designated in a statement said that the Royal House of Christiaans extended its gratitude to President Nangolo Mbumba for his provision of leadership that was directed as such during the meeting convened with the Nama Traditional Leaders Association.Christiaans called on people over the length and breadth of the country wherever the Bondelswartz may find themselves to come and identify their own Chief.“We have waited for this moment for the past 10 years,…