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11 Oct

Rössing Foundation benefits from golf series

National NewsDan Zwiebel, Rössing Foundation benefits from golf series, said the Nedbank for Autism Series

Martin Endjala The 2023 Nedbank for Good Series which concluded on 6 October 2023 at the Omeya Golf Club, saw a total of N$250,000 being raised for the Rössing Foundation. The tournament organiser Dan Zwiebel, said the Nedbank for Autism Series was an event that they ran for three years. “We raised valuable funds, which we channelled to that cause. After three years, we decided to do a name change, as we felt that there are so many charities that need our support, which is why we moved to the Nedbank for Good Series in support of the Rössing Foundation,”…

11 Oct

Four Namibians might be trapped in Gaza conflict

MainFour Namibians might be traped in Gaza conflict

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Four Namibian citizens might be caught in the crossfire of the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian armed group Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, Executive Director Penda Naanda, stated that the ministry received an anonymous email suggesting that two adults and two children are currently in Tel Aviv a city in Israel. Naanda noted that they were in the process of confirming the accuracy of this information. “We were recently informed about two adults and two children who travelled to Tel Aviv for a medical operation. The email states that…

10 Oct

U20 Loses First Round match for the FIFA U20 World Cup Qualifiers

SportsU20 Loses First Round match for the FIFA U20 World Cup Qualifiers

Namibia’s U20 national football team faced a narrow 2-1 defeat at the hands of Congo Brazzaville, in the first leg of the FIFA U20 World Cup qualifiers. The game started well for the young gradiators when kicked off with a goal by Albertine Fillipus in the 19th minute, however, Congo Brazzaville responded as Rutha Tokassi found the back of the net just eight minutes later, leveling the score at 1-1. Pauline Mbayo netted another goal, giving Congo Brazzaville a 2-1 lead that they managed to maintain until the final whistle. In the after math of the match, Coach Errol Damaseb…

10 Oct

Beach Volleyball League Serves Up Exciting Matches

SportsBeach Volleyball League Serves Up Exciting Matches

The Afrocat Sports Club Beach Volleyball league kicked off with a bang on Saturday, 07 Oct, bringing together 34 teams and a total of 68 players ready to showcase their skills on the sandy courts. The league, scheduled to run until November 25, 2023, promises weeks of thrilling volleyball action every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The opening day witnessed intense 2-A-side male games, where the young and dynamic Afrocats duo, Tanga-Omwene Simson and Teofelus Shayuka, faced off against the experienced Aloisius Ishitile and his partner Absalom Phillipus , who recently transitioned from indoor volleyball to beach volleyball. In an…

10 Oct

Energy Observer gives a glimpse into the future of clean energy

Energy, Observer MoneyEnergy Observer gives a glimpse into the future of clean energy

Niël Terblanché Residents of Walvis Bay bore witness to a historical event as the Energy Observer, the world's pioneering hydrogen-powered, zero-emission vessel, arrived from France for its seventh and final African stopover. Namibia, with its eye on becoming a global leader in green hydrogen exports by 2030, welcomed this beacon of innovation with open arms. The nation, which currently imports nearly 60 percent of its electricity, is working hard towards an ambitious energy transition. The region's impressive 300 days of annual sunshine, which closely competes with Chile's world record, will play a crucial role in propelling the country's potential in…

10 Oct

Beverage producers must promote responsible drinking

National NewsBeverage producers must promote responsible drinking

Martin Endjala Lucia Iipumbu, the Minister of Industrialisation and Trade, has called on alcoholic beverage producers to foster responsible brands, ensuring that consumers imbibe responsibly. She stressed that corporate responsibility should not only cater to those consuming alcohol but should also reach out to the education sector to instil moral values and impart lessons about the effects of alcohol. These sentiments were expressed at the ABInBev Namibia Welwitschia Brewery in Okahandja during a stakeholder engagement. “While we recognize the importance of alcohol trade for job creation and generating tax revenue, it’s imperative to monitor consumer consumption,” she noted. Iipumbu also…

10 Oct

Namibia calls for cease fire in escalating Gaza conflict

National Newsf violence between Israel and Palestine, Namibia calls for cease fire in escalating Gaza conflict

Niël Terblanché The Namibian Government has vehemently condemned the escalation of violence between Israel and Palestine, lamenting the tragic loss of lives on both sides while calling for a de-escalation of the conflict in the Gaza Strip. The conflict, which saw the largest attack by the Palestinian armed group Hamas against Israel in decades, has so far resulted in over 800 Israeli and around 500 Palestinian casualties amid intense fighting and bombardments. This comes as Israeli Defence Minister, Yoav Gallant, announced on Monday an impending total blockade on the Gaza Strip, which will include cutting electricity and blocking essential supplies.…

10 Oct

Namibia will have to deal with rising temperatures

National News

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Namibia, renowned as the driest country in sub-Saharan Africa, is contending with a worrisome trend of rising temperatures. Carl Schlettwein, the Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, underscored this disturbing pattern. Scientific evidence indicates that surface temperatures have risen by 1.2 degrees Celsius over the past century. Moreover, the occurrence of extreme temperatures has spiked by 10 percent in the past four decades. At the National Workshop on Water Security and Climate Change in Windhoek, Deputy Executive Director Elijah Ngurare communicated Minister Schlettwein’s apprehensions. “Climate change is leading to increasing temperatures and variable rainfall across Africa. This…

10 Oct

Illegally employed CRO arrested on charges of corruption

MainIllegally employed CRO arrested on charges of corruption

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Zambezi Chief Regional Officer, Regina Ndopu-Lubinda, along with three other individuals, have been arrested for alleged corrupt practices and misuse of their positions, violating Section 43 of the Anti-Corruption Act. Auditor General Junias Kandjeke reported in 2020 that Ndopu-Lubinda’s employment was illegal as the extension of her contract was not approved by the Public Service Commission. The arrest was part of a joint operation conducted by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and the Namibian Police in Katima Mulilo yesterday. The individuals arrested alongside her are Beaven Walubita, the Regional Director of Planning and Rural Development, as well as Cletius…

10 Oct

Venaani advocates for peaceful resolution to Israel – Palestine conflict

National NewsVenaani advocates for peaceful resolution to Israel - Palestine conflict

Stefanus Nashama McHenry Venaani, the leader of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) and Vice-Chairman of the International Democrat Union, has voiced his concerns over the escalating war by Israel against Hamas, urging an immediate peaceful resolution to the situation. Speaking on the issue, Venaani expressed deep concern about the escalating violence in the region. His remarks follow an assault by Hamas, the Palestinian group governing the blockaded Gaza Strip, on Israeli towns last Saturday. This assault resulted in the capture of hundreds of hostages and reported deaths of approximately 1,100 people. Israel’s counteraction was to declare a state of war,…