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27 Feb

German government intent on reconciliation with Namibia over genocide

info_e12wt4csNational NewsGerman government intent on reconciliation with Namibia over genocide

Niël Terblanché In a solemn commitment to reconciliation, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has publicly voiced the necessity for Germany to extend a formal apology to the Namibian people for the atrocities committed during the colonial era, particularly the genocide of the Herero and Nama communities. This historic acknowledgment was presented during a memorial service in Windhoek for the late Namibian President Hage Geingob, where President Steinmeier stressed the importance of confronting the dark chapters of the shared history of both countries. The genocide, a brutal legacy of Germany’s colonial rule in Namibia, resulted in the horrific deaths of more than…

27 Feb

Geingob was a fierce debater and a master negotiator – Venaani

info_e12wt4csNational NewsGeingob was a fierce debater and a master negotiator - Venaani

Stefanus Nashama Popular Democratic Movement leader, McHenry Venaani has described the late President Hage Geingob as a unifying force whose influence inspired the Namibian nation with hope. “Namibia is better for his presence among us. The world is smaller for his departure, and we will remember him, as he was unwavering and towering. We will remember his husky voice, his jovial smile, and his laugh. We will remember his composure. We will remember that he brought a sense of calm to an office ever so serious,” Venaani said. Speaking at Geingob’s funeral, Venaani told mourners that Geingob was a leader,…

27 Feb

Goodbye to an icon, a revolutionary and a guerilla leader – Mnangagwa

info_e12wt4csNational Newsa revolutionary and a guerilla leader - Mnangagwa, Goodbye to an icon

Martin Endjala Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa said the late Namibian head of state, Hage Geingob was an icon, a revolutionary and a guerilla leader. “I join Namibia in saying goodbye to an icon, a revolutionary and a guerilla leader Dr Hage Geingob, a son of the soil whose impact transcended geographical boundaries and borders. In honour of his memory and legacy, let us use this solemn occasion to recommit ourselves to continue building and modernising our respective nations, for a higher quality of living for our people in our regions and the African continent at large,” Mnangagwa said. Mnangagwa also…

27 Feb

President Geingob posthumously honoured with Cuba’s highest award

info_e12wt4csNational NewsPresident Geingob posthumously honoured with Cuba’s highest award

Niël Terblanché In a touching ceremony that emphasized the deep ties between Namibia and Cuba, the late President Hage Geingob was posthumously awarded the prestigious José Martí Order, Cuba’s highest national honour. The award was bestowed by the President of the National Assembly of People’s Power of Cuba, Esteban Lazo Hernández, and received by Monica Geingos, the former First Lady of Namibia Bestowing the award marked a significant moment of international recognition for the departed Namibian leader’s contributions to democracy, peace, and justice. The announcement of this honour took place on 26 August 2023, during the commemoration of Namibia’s Heroes…

27 Feb

NEFF set to motivate its labour-hire system bill in parliament

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNEFF set to motivate its labour-hire system bill in parliament

Stefanus Nashama The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) stated that it is ready to motivate its bill concerning the issue of the labour-hire system in the country. The bill seeks to address issues such as poor working conditions, low salaries, non-existent incentives and the exploitation of workers. According to the Party’s Deputy Leader, Longinus Kalimbo Iipumbu, the bill was supposed to be tabled in Parliament last week, for other members to contribute, however, this could not happen due to preparations for President Hage Geingob’s memorial and funeral arrangements. “We will see by this week whether the discussion of the bill…

27 Feb

Namibia’s border operations shortened due to power outages

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Niël Terblanché Namibia’s key southern border crossing points into South Africa have been forced to operate on reduced hours due to ongoing power supply interruptions, significantly impacting travel and trade between the two countries. The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security announced that Ariamsvlei, Noordoewer, and Klein Manasse border posts in the ||Kharas Region have been grappling with electricity blackouts since last Monday, necessitating a temporary adjustment in their operational hours. In light of the power failure, the border posts, which normally operate around the clock, will now only be open from 07:00 to 19:00. This reduction in…

27 Feb

Geingos pays touching tribute to her late husband

info_e12wt4csMainGeingos pays touching tribute to her late husband

Hertta-Maria Amutenja In a sombre memorial held at Independence Stadium, former First Lady, Monica Geingos delivered a poignant tribute to her late husband, former President Hage Geingob, encapsulating the profound impact of his life and the unexpected turn of events leading to his death. “His passing was traumatising and unexpected. He was eager to retire and had such plans. And true to his words, he didn’t overstay. In the last few months, he spoke often about ensuring a smooth transition. And even though he left too early, the transition was smooth; it just wasn’t the one he expected,” she remarked.…

23 Feb

The Observer Tribute: Footsteps of a Giant

info_e12wt4csFeaturedThe Observer Tribute: Footsteps of a Giant\

Of all the places a nation’s destiny would be fashioned by the hand of God, one would never think to find its future under a tree. But as fate would have it, for Namibia, the story of one of its greatest political leaders and in many ways, her own story of becoming a nation, of defying odds and overcoming them, starts there. In the district of Otavi, at farm Sawes, Namibia became a hero richer on 3rd August 1941. President Hage Gottfried Geingob who was born under a tree at this farm, had himself become one, under whose shade the…

23 Feb

STATE FORMATION IN NAMIBIA: PROMOTING DEMOCRACY AND GOOD GOVERNANCE.

info_e12wt4csFeaturedSTATE FORMATION IN NAMIBIA: PROMOTING DEMOCRACY AND GOOD GOVERNANCE.

(A chapter review of the Ph.D Thesis by Dr. Hage Gottfried Geingob)By: Stanley Nick Katzao“Leaders are bridges that connect people to the future” We are looking at a scholarly project representing an academic endeavour at providing an intellectual discourse that connects the process of state formation to the democratization imperative.Overall, Dr. Geingob’s study sets out to do four things:It examines significant events in the process of state formation in Namibia;It identifies and dissects the different actors who played a major role in shaping the Namibian state that evolved;It examines how Namibians sought to build a united and peaceful society; andIt…

23 Feb

Tsumeb Smelter is unique asset

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This week, Alina Garises, communications manager at Dundee Precious Metals talks about the possible sale of the Tsumeb Smelter and impact it could have on the country’s economy. Observer Money (OM): What impact will the sale of Tsumeb Smelter have on the current employees; does this mean they will lose jobs? Alina Garises (AG): It is currently business as usual at the smelter. Decisions on future employment will belong to a new owner but we are extremely impressed by the quality and commitment of our Namibian workforce. While we cannot speak for a new owner, we believe that the reductions…