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12 May

NIED hosts first graduation ceremony for learners with special needs

National News

Martin Endjala The Namibia Institute of Education Development (NIED) held its first-ever graduation ceremony for learners with special needs at Okahandja last week. The ceremony marked the culmination of the Certification in Basic Pre-Vocational Skills (CBPVS) programme, a pioneering initiative by NIED in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture (MoEAC). Sixty learners graduated from the CBPVS programme, which equips learners with essential pre-vocational skills to prepare them for the transition from school to the workforce. The deputy minister of disability affairs, Alexia Manombe-Ncube, who is officiating at the event, asserts that people with special needs have abilities…

12 May

Nujoma celebrates 95th birthday

National News

Ester Mbathera On Sunday, Founding President Sam Nujoma celebrated his 95th birthday. This year's gathering was attended by close friends, including former parliamentarian, Pendukeni Ithana, businesswoman Martha Namundjebo-Tilahun, and former Swapo Party Youth League leader, Elijah Ngurare. Despite spending a few days in the hospital, Nujoma seemed to be in a cheerful mood. The Sam Nujoma Foundation emphasised that this birthday is a significant milestone worth celebrating. "As we honour his legacy, let us not only rejoice in his achievements but also heed his timeless call for unity and action for the sake of Namibia. Let our deeds be candles…

12 May

Venaani asked Mbumba to intervene in August 26 audit report release

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Stefanus Nashama McHenry Venaani, leader of the official opposition, the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), urged President Nangolo Mbumba to take immediate action to release the forensic audit report conducted by the Office of the Auditor-General of the August 26 Company (Pty) Ltd. “The citizens of our country have a fundamental right to access information pertinent to the governance of our nation, and the withholding of such crucial documentation undermines the trust and confidence reposed in our democratic institutions,” Venaani stated. In April, the Auditor-General's office remained mum on the forensic audit report of August 26. The audit of the state-owned…

12 May

Swakopmund pushes for more affordable housing solutions

National News

Niël Terblanché Swakopmund has recently made strides towards addressing its critical housing shortage through a new agreement signed with the National Housing Enterprise (NHE). The innovative plan was revealed last week and aims to build 805 affordable homes within the DRC informal settlement, offering approximately 22 000 residents who currently live in shacks the hope of owning a house. Dina Namubes, the mayor of Swakopmund, while revealing the new plan, pointed to the acute need for housing solutions. Namubes indicated that the project will prioritise vulnerable groups, including the disabled, elderly, security personnel, media practitioners, and street vendors. "This initiative…

12 May

Walvis Bay resident sold her body to pay municipal bills

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Ester Mbathera Residents of Walvis Bay have resorted to unconventional methods to collect money to clear their debt to the harbour town’s municipality. Two women shared their ordeals with the Windhoek Observer on how they paid their water, as well as rates and taxes after they were disconnected by debt management company RedForce recently. While the Windhoek Observer is aware of their identity, it was decided not to disclose their names in order to shield their families from the potential consequences of public condemnation. "I am not able to look my husband in the eyes because of what I did…

12 May

Regional Workshop on CAF Club Licensing Kicks Off in Addis Ababa

Sports

The CAF club licensing regional workshop took place from the 11 to 12 May in Addis Ababa. Hosted at the prestigious Haile Grand Hotel, the event brought together football federations from 18 member countries under the auspices of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The workshop commenced with an opening address by Mr. Isayas Jira, President of the Ethiopian Football Federation and a member of the CAF executive committee. Mr. Jira extended a warm welcome to all participants, expressing his optimism that the workshop would play a pivotal role in enhancing the standard of football across the African continent. Mr.…

12 May

CELEBRATION:

National NewsSam Nujoma

Founding Father Sam Nujoma received gifts and well wishes for his 95th birthday from some close friends at his residence in Windhoek on Sunday morning. One of the visitors was Elijah Ngurare, a former Swapo Party Youth League leader.Ngurare said, "Early this morning, we visited His Excellency Sam Nujoma to wish him a happy birthday. In his message of appreciation, he emphasized the importance of unity and nation building," said Ngurare.

12 May

FELICITATIONS:

Latest, National NewsPresident Nangolo Mbumba

President Nangolo Mbumba described founding President Sam Nujoma as a visionary leader with extraordinary foresight on his 95th birthday.Nujoma, who served as Namibia's first democratically elected president, was born on 12 May 1929 to Daniel Nujoma and Helvi Kondombolo in the Etunda village in the Omusati region.Mbumba's message to Nujoma was delivered by Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah this morning.

11 May

Geingos commits to youth development and cancer prevention

Latest, National NewsMonica Geingos

Ester Mbathera The wife of late President Hage Geingob, Monica Geingos, has announced that she will dedicate her time to advocacy work, focusing on youth development and cancer prevention and care initiatives. Geingos returned to work on 6 May. She made the announcement on her social media platforms on Saturday. The announcement follows her husband's death from pancreatic cancer on 4 February. Geingos emphasised her commitment to resuming her advocacy efforts, with a renewed focus on addressing pressing issues affecting the nation. “For now, it will mean focusing on finalising outstanding advocacy commitments and managing the administrative transition to former…

11 May

President Sam Nujoma is alive and recuperating

Latest, National NewsFounding President Sam Nujoma, Tshali Iithete

Ester Mbathera Doctor Tshali Iithete, the personal physician of founding President Sam Nujoma, has debunked rumours of his demise that have been circulating on various social media platforms."President Nujoma was hospitalised a week or so ago. He has since been discharged and is recuperating well at home," Iithete reassured the public.Known as the Father of the Namibian Nation, Nujoma played a crucial role in the country's independence struggle and served as its first president from 1990 to 2005.He retired to his farm at Etunda, near Otjiwarongo.His last public appearance was during the funeral of the late President Hage Geingob in…