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NWR observes surge in bookings of out-of-town conference venues by companies

NWR observes surge in bookings of out-of-town conference venues by companies

Martin Endjala The Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) has witnessed a remarkable surge in companies and organisations opting for out-of-town conference venues in a bid to prioritise productivity and focus during business gatherings. NWR Corporate Communications Manager Nelson Ashipala, who is also responsible for overseeing meetings, conferences and event bookings, shared insights into this growing trend. Ashipala said that with the advantage of reduced disturbances and distractions, venues such as Gross Barmen and Hardap Dam resorts have become sought-after destinations for corporate events. Traditionally, bustling urban environments often accompany conferences and business meetings, leading to interruptions and distractions. However, the serene…
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Women Take the Lead in Football Administration Workshop in Zambezi Region

Women Take the Lead in Football Administration Workshop in Zambezi Region

In a significant step forward for gender inclusivity in sports administration, women took center stage at the recently concluded administration workshop for the Zambezi Football Regional League. Held from February 13 to 16, 2024, at the Katima Mulilo Youth Centre, the workshop saw a remarkable dominance of female participants. Supported by the Namibia Football Association (NFA), the workshop welcomed a total of twelve women football club administrators out of 24 participants for an intensive four-day program. Covering a wide array of topics, the course aimed to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills crucial for effective football management. Among the…
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Young people are surviving on the pensions of their grandparents – Venaani

Young people are surviving on the pensions of their grandparents – Venaani

Stefanus Nashama The leader of the Popular Democratic Movement, McHenry Venaani, said young people, especially in the rural areas depend on the pension of their grandparents to survive. This, he said, is because the country’s economy is not functioning for young people to start up and grow small and medium enterprises (SMEs). “Penioners drive the economy in the villages because there is no functional rural economy. Young people live on the pension money,” Venaani said. He was contributing to a motion brought to parliament yesterday by the PDM’s member, Maximillian Katjimune, for the house to investigate the bottlenecks around SME’s…
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Innovative solutions address CoW’s financial challenges

Innovative solutions address CoW’s financial challenges

Niël Terblanché The City of Windhoek (CoW) has announced a series of strategic measures that have led to a marked improvement in the municipality’s fiscal health over the last two financial years in a significant turnaround from previous financial challenges. According to a statement by the CoW, the key that was central to this success has been the containment of over-expenditure, with amongst others, a freeze on salary increases since 2020. To address financial inefficiencies, the CoW has embarked on a rigorous cost-cutting initiative that has substantially enhanced the municipality’s liquidity. The statement indicated that fiscal prudence has been accompanied…
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Time for Moses generation has expired – Ally Angula

Time for Moses generation has expired – Ally Angula

Stefanus Nashama Ally Anugla, the hopeful independent presidential candidate in the 2024 presidential and national assembly elections, says the fight for the ‘Moses generation’ has ended, and it is time for the ‘Joshua generation’ to fight for land proprietorship and economic emancipation. Speaking at the announcement of the alliance in support of the independent candidate yesterday in Windhoek, Angula said the Namibian society is abnormal when old people are still deciding for the future. “Enough is enough. God has generations. Our forefathers went to fight for the land when they were young,” she said. Angula said the Joshua generation should…
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ECN kicks out three political parties for not participating in elections

ECN kicks out three political parties for not participating in elections

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has cancelled the registration certificates of three political parties and six organisations or associations for not participating in past elections. The Corporate Communications and Marketing Manager of the ECN, De Wet Siluka announced yesterday that the concerned political parties and organisations have been informed in advance about their dismissal. He added that the deregistration was done in accordance with Section 152 read with Section 153 of ECN Act no 5 of 2014. The deregistered political parties are the Democratic Coalition of Namibia Party, the Federal Convention of Namibia Party and the Namibia…
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Zaamwani fondly remembers President Geingob

Zaamwani fondly remembers President Geingob

Niël Terblanché In an emotional farewell, Inge Zaamwani, a special adviser to President Hage Geingob, paid a heartfelt personal tribute to the late Head of State. The tribute emphasized the profound impact President Geingob had on Namibia and the world, echoing the sentiments of countless individuals who have come forward to honour his memory. Over the last three weeks, tributes and messages of condolence have poured in from all corners of the world, a testament to the remarkable life and legacy of a man who was, by all accounts, larger than life. The sudden passing of President Geingob on February…
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Court orders government to engage Amushelelo on Mass Housing occupation dispute

Court orders government to engage Amushelelo on Mass Housing occupation dispute

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The High Court in Windhoek has ordered the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development and property developer Calgrokuumba Planning and Design (PTY) LTD to engage social activist Michael Amushelelo on the planned occupation of vacant houses that were built under the Mass Housing Program in Windhoek. CalgroKuumba and the ministry approached the court last week on an urgent basis, in an attempt to stop Amushelelo and his followers from occupying the houses as planned on 29 February 2024. The court ordered Amushelelo and followers to halt their plans, but also ordered the ministry and ColgroKuumba to engage them…
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NAMDIA donation will support surgeries on children born with cleft palates

NAMDIA donation will support surgeries on children born with cleft palates

Martin Endjala The Namib Desert Diamonds Foundation (NAMDIA) has disbursed N$250 000 to the NAMPHARM Foundation Trust aimed at supporting reconstruction surgery for children born with cleft palates to enable them to live a normal life. The Trust covers the surgical costs for disadvantaged children suffering from these and other ailments. According to NAMDIA Foundation Trustee member, Uahoroka Kauta, their partnership started in 2022 when they first donated N$250 000. The additional donation brings the total which NAMDIA has disbursed to N$500 000. Last year Standard Bank of Namibia also came on board and donated N$120 000. Kauta said NAMDIA…
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CoW takes steps forward in enhancing food security and nutrition

CoW takes steps forward in enhancing food security and nutrition

Martin Endjala The City of Windhoek has taken significant steps in enhancing food security and nutrition in urban areas. The plans were revealed during an AFRI-FOODLINKS City Exchange workshop in Windhoek, with 12 delegates from Africa and Europe attending. According to the Chairperson of Economic Development, Public Safety and Citizen’s Welfare Advisory Committee, Austin Kwenani, the AFRI-FOODLINKS is a four-year initiative that aims to transform the urban food environment by strengthening inter-city linkages in Africa and Europe. Kwenani stated that the purpose of the workshop is to stimulate mutual knowledge exchange and skills-sharing in the field of urban food and…
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