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16 Oct

Ministry of Fisheries spends millions to combat illegal fishing

info_e12wt4csNational NewsThe Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources disclosed an expenditure of over N$70 million in the fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing activities within the country’s territory last year.

Stefanus Nashama The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources disclosed an expenditure of over N$70 million in the fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing activities within the country’s territory last year. According to the Ministry, the expenditure does not encompass the salaries of fisheries inspectors and all involved personnel. Furthermore, the Ministry has revealed that it allocates over N$130,000 per day for each patrol vessel involved in sea operations. These revelations come in response to queries raised by the Leader of the Landless People’s Movement (LPM), Bernadus Swartbooi, regarding alleged illegal fishing activities along the northern borders. Swartbooi…

16 Oct

Geingob and Ramaphosa Address Global concerns in Windhoek

info_e12wt4csNational NewsGeingob and Ramaphosa Address Global concerns in Windhoek

Niël Terblanché The third session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC), co-chaired by President Hage Geingob of Namibia and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, took place on October 13, 2023, in Windhoek, Namibia. The meeting followed a ministerial gathering on October 12, 2023, and a senior officials’ meeting held from March 7 to March 9, 2023, setting the stage for constructive discussions and agreements. The two Heads of State stressed the importance of nurturing the longstanding bilateral relations that exist between Namibia and South Africa. These relations are deeply rooted in historical bonds of solidarity, socio-economic connections, and…

16 Oct

Uutoni to invoke more actions against defiant Karasburg Town Council

info_e12wt4csNational NewsErastus Uutoni, Uutoni to invoke more actions against defiant Karasburg Town Council

Martin Endjala The Minister of Urban and Rural Development Erastus Uutoni, has threatened to take action against the continuous defiance of the Local Authorities governing law and un-procedural conduct by the Karasburg Town Council. Uutoni said that in terms of Article 40 (k) of the Namibian Constitution, and given his previous directives which were ignored, he is again directing the Council to rectify all the violations as pointed out previously by making a representation and providing proof to his office on or before 27 October 2023 and to submit a comprehensive report that they have fully complied. Failure by the…

16 Oct

Ford Ranger Raptor Waiting List Surpasses 1,009

info_e12wt4csNational NewsFord Ranger Raptor Waiting List Surpasses 1

Chamwe Kaira In Windhoek, Namibia, the demand for the new Ford Ranger Raptor is surging, with over 1,009 eager customers currently on the waiting list. Simonis Storm disclosed that the Namibian market continues to be predominantly driven by Toyota, contributing to 45% of total sales. Following Toyota are Volkswagen (12%), Kia (8%), Ford (7%), and Nissan (4%). The report highlighted that the demand for new vehicles in Namibia has seen a decrease for the third consecutive month, with a 3.7% decline in September compared to a more substantial drop of 13.2% in August. In September, the number of vehicles sold…

16 Oct

Building resilience at all levels is an urgent priority

info_e12wt4csNational NewsBuilding resilience at all levels is an urgent priority, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila

Martin Endjala Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, says in order to address the threat of climate change, building resilience at every level of society has become an urgent priority. “As we face these complex and ever-evolving threats, building resilience at every level of our society has become an urgent priority,” she said. The premier said this last week at the commemoration of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction at the Uukwangula, Okatana Constituency, in the Oshana region. She said the day is a reminder about the importance of disaster risk reduction, in the face of increasing and unprecedented natural and…

16 Oct

Former PLAN Combatants Association condemns Gaza conflict

info_e12wt4csMainDr Charles Mubita, Former PLAN Combatants Association condemns Gaza conflict

Stefanus Nashama Dr Charles Mubita, former Secretary for Information and Mobilization of the Former PLAN Combatants Association (FPCA) condemned Israel’s blockade of essential services to Gaza and the ongoing violence in Palestinian-occupied territories. Mubita last week, asserted that Israel’s indiscriminate bombings and blockades, denying access to basic services, violate the principles of the law of armed conflict, international law, and human rights. “The FPCA calls upon the global community, all peace-loving individuals, to exert pressure on the Zionist Israeli regime and its imperialist supporters to lift the blockade on essential services to the Palestinian people,” stated Mubita. The FPCA also…

13 Oct

Exclusive interview with Helalia Johannes: Marathon Runner/Namibia Defence Force Athletic club

info_e12wt4csSportsExclusive interview with Helalia Johannes:Marathon Runner/Namibia Defence Force Athletic club, Marathon Runner/Namibia Defence Force Athletic club

Name : Helalia JohannesDate of Birth : 13 August 1980Place of Birth : Oshali in Ohangwena RegionPosition : Warrant officerOrganisation : Namibia Defence ForcePosition : Marathon RunnerClub : Namibia Defence Force Athletic club You have been involved in athletes for a longtime, to an extend that you have even been recognized in the Guinness book of world records. Most people do not know who Helalia, Namibia Queen of the Marathon is. Can you share with us who is Helalia? I am Helalia Johannes, I specialize in middle and long distance running. My interest in sport began when I was in…

13 Oct

Investments for continued impoverishment, self-enrichment or for betterment, upliftment?

info_e12wt4csOpinionsInvestments for continued impoverishment, self-enrichmentor for betterment, upliftment?

Kae Matundu Tjiparuro SHOULD the country really be appreciative of the government’s efforts to attract investments, which have seen many delegations crisscrossing the globe presumably in mobilsising investors. This is a pertinent question in view of the numbers of trips which has been undertaken by government’s officials, including the President, to woo investors. As well as the investment conferences the government and country have hosted and continue to these days. Whether such investment rides and conferences have been having the desired results remain to be seen. But here the question Yours Truly Ideologically wishes to muse about by himself, and…

13 Oct

Amushelelo and Nauyoma acquitted

info_e12wt4csNational NewsAmushelelo and Nauyoma acquitted

Stefanus Nashama Political activists, Michael Amushelelo and Dimbulukeni Nauyoma were acquitted of all charges after seven months by Magistrate Linus Samuzala at the Katutura Magistrate Court yesterday. Magistrate Samuzala cited the poor quality of evidence presented by the state, noting that Amushelelo had been continually incarcerated since his arrest on 21 March this year. He was arrested alongside Nauyoma and Popular Democratic Movement Member of Parliament, Inna Hengari. The evidence provided by the complainant, Chief Inspector Frederick Ndjatila of the Namibian Police Force, who was the state’s key witness, was deemed immaterial by the Magistrate. Magistrate Samuzala also dismissed oral…

13 Oct

Shell working to develop local content

info_e12wt4csEnergy, Observer MoneyShell working to develop local content

Chamwe Kaira Shell Namibia Upstream BV, spokesperson, Sally Wood has said the company recognises the long-term potential an oil and gas industry could have in Namibia in helping to unlock the country’s energy needs, provide training and employment and contribute to economic development. “We continue to work closely with the industry and government as it develops its local content policy and meanwhile, prioritise local goods, services and skills where possible, across our operations. This reflects where we are currently in the exploration process and will scale up if we proceed towards commercial development,” Woods told Observer Money this week. The…