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PM distraught at news of Geingob’s death
13 Feb

PM distraught at news of Geingob’s death

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Niël Terblanché In a solemn revelation that has touched the hearts of many Namibians, Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila shared intimate details of her understanding of President Hage Geingob’s health before his passing, stating that she was aware that he was very sick. President Geingob, a revered figure in Namibia and beyond for his contributions to the nation’s stability and development, had been undergoing treatment for cancer at the time of his passing. The Namibian Presidency had previously disclosed Geingob’s battle with cancerous cells discovered during a routine medical examination. Despite his health challenges, Geingob’s dedication to his presidential duties remained…
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It’s surreal and unimaginable to admit Geingob has died – Seibeb
12 Feb

It’s surreal and unimaginable to admit Geingob has died – Seibeb

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Stefanus Nashama “… Indeed, we have lost an icon, a mentor, and a legend. Our hearts ache for the loss of one of our brightest lights. We now must learn how to live without Hage Geingob.” Despite political differences and affiliations, Landless People’s Movement Parliamentarian, Henny Seibeb, says the death of President Geingob has left him with no space to believe he is no more. “It is rather difficult to refer to President Hage Geingob as late – it is surreal; it is unimaginable,” Seibeb said. Seibeb acknowledged the late President was indeed an extraordinary man who spent all his…
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Professor Tötemeyer was a pillar of democracy in Namibia and beyond
12 Feb

Professor Tötemeyer was a pillar of democracy in Namibia and beyond

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Niël Terblanché The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Electoral Advisory Council, alongside the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN), has paid tribute to the late Professor Gerhard Tötemeyer, whose indelible mark on the electoral systems of Namibia and the SADC region will be remembered for generations. Professor Tötemeyer, a luminary in the field of electoral democracy, passed away last week, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to the cause of free and fair elections. A founding member of the SADC Electoral Advisory Council and the first-ever director of the ECN from 1992 to 1998, Tötemeyer's contributions were instrumental in shaping the…
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SIM registration deadline sneaks ever closer
12 Feb

SIM registration deadline sneaks ever closer

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Niël Terblanché In a recent update from Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC), approximately 1.4 million Namibians have taken the crucial step of registering their SIM cards across various mobile devices, a move that sees the country achieving a 72 percent registration rate. This significant milestone was announced by MTC spokesperson John Ekongo during a recent press briefing in northern Namibia. The push for SIM card registration comes as part of a broader initiative aimed at bolstering the security of mobile device users nationwide, safeguarding them from the increasing threat of digital scams. With the registration deadline looming on March 31, MTC…
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RA victorious as court overturns public procurement decision
12 Feb

RA victorious as court overturns public procurement decision

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Windhoek High Court last week overturned a decision by the Public Procurement Review Panel, providing a triumph for the Roads Authority (RA) in a case involving tender bids for routine maintenance of bitumen roads across five towns in Namibia. According to the court documents filed at the Windhoek High Court, RA advertised tenders in September 2021, inviting bids for the maintenance of bitumen roads in Windhoek, Keetmanshoop, Otjiwarongo, Oshakati and Rundu. Following the submission of bids, Lau Tom Construction cc, Polladium Civil Engineering, Ering Quarry & Civil Works and Khan Trading cc found their bids rejected for…
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Ministry of Home Affairs says visa applications for Mr Price passed scrutiny
12 Feb

Ministry of Home Affairs says visa applications for Mr Price passed scrutiny

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Stefanus Nashama The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security says the work visa applications for employees of Mr Price shops to render services to the company's Namibian branches, follow the same process as any other applications. The Ministry was responding to the allegations circulating on social media, which claimed some sources in the Ministry have detected corrupt officials who are illegally issuing work visas for plumbers and cleaners from South Africa to temporarily work in Namibia. The Ministry clarified these allegations, saying that like any other application before approval, duly scrutinizes such applications. “Mr Price is a South…
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Young people urged to believe in their dreams
12 Feb

Young people urged to believe in their dreams

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Martin Endjala Minister of Education Arts and Culture Anna Nghipondoka, has urged young people to believe in the uniqueness and achievability of their dreams, no matter how grand or unconventional they may be. She said the world has been shaped by those who dared to dream the impossible and worked tirelessly to turn those dreams into reality. She remarked this during the launch of the 2024 MTC Teen Inspirational Summit last week in Windhoek, slated for 30 March 2024, under the theme, “Be Your Own Hero’’. The summit she said, will be a platform for self-expression, creativity and the celebration…
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President declares 26 February a public holiday
12 Feb

President declares 26 February a public holiday

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Martin Endjala President Geingob will be laid to rest on Sunday, the 25th of February, at a ceremony expected to draw dignitaries, citizens, and admirers from around the globe. In a solemn declaration, President Nangolo Mbumba has announced that Sunday, the 25th of February 2024, will be a public holiday for Namibia, in honour of the late President Hage Geingob. As a result, and as per the Public Holidays Act of 1990 (Act 26 of 1990), when a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is observed as a public holiday. Therefore, Monday, 26 February 2024, will be…
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Namibians should always celebrate peace and stability on Constitution Day
12 Feb

Namibians should always celebrate peace and stability on Constitution Day

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Niël Terblanché On the occasion of the 34th anniversary of Namibia’s Constitution, President Nangolo Mbumba has issued a heartfelt call to the nation, urging Namibians to cherish the peace and stability that have become the hallmarks of the country. This call to reflection and celebration comes as Namibians remember the visionary leadership of the late President Hage Geingob, a pivotal figure in the country’s journey towards independence and democracy. President Geingob remembered for his role as the Chairperson of the Constituent Assembly, the founding Prime Minister, and ultimately as the third President of Namibia, was lauded by President Mbumba for…
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Theofelus’s appointment praised as youth empowerment – SPYL
12 Feb

Theofelus’s appointment praised as youth empowerment – SPYL

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Martin Endjala The appointment of Emma Theofelus as the new Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) Minister, has been praised by the Swapo Party Youth League (SPYL) Secretary General Ephraim Nekongo, who described the move as inclusion and youth empowerment. Teofelus was appointed as the ICT Minister, replacing Peya Mushelenga who is the new International Relations and Cooperation Minister on 9 February 2024 by President Nangolo Mbumba. Nekongo said Teofelus’s appointment is an extraordinarily proud moment not only to him but to the entire rank and file of the SPYL “The SPYL has always advocated for genuine youth empowerment and inclusion,…
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