Windhoek Observer

Martin Endjala The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has expressed grave concerns regarding the theft of drought relief food items intended for the drought relief program. These items were stolen from a warehouse located at the Oshikango storage facility in the Ohangwena region. The confirmation of this theft came yesterday from the OPM's Chief Public Relations Officer, Rhingo Mutambo, who reported that a case (Case No. CR 34.01.2024) has been formally registered with the Namibian Police. Mutambo further disclosed that those responsible for the theft have been apprehended by the Namibian Police, and comprehensive investigations are currently underway. Mutambo…

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP) has responded emphatically to the call from Hochland High School, unleashing a wave of support that promises to shape the future of aspiring scientists in Namibia. In a formal ceremony this week, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer, and Chairperson of NIP's Corporate Social Investment Committee Niita Evaristus, officiated the handover of a remarkable donation aimed at revolutionizing the learning experience at Hochland High School. Responding to the urgent plea from Hochland High School, NIP has allocated resources for the enhancement of science education. The donation includes 200 Advance Scientific Calculators (Casio fx-991Plus),…

Niël Terblanché The Namibian Air Force continued its tradition of hosting the beginning-of-the-year parade, creating a space for members to come together to reflect on past experiences and embrace the prospects of the upcoming year. Air Vice Marshal Theofilus Shaende, the Commander of the Namibian Air Force extended a warm welcome to members returning from the festive season and wished them a prosperous year ahead. The ceremony took place at the end of last week at the Namibian Air Force’s main base in Karibib. During his address to the parade, the Air Force Commander outlined the roadmap for activities, incorporating…

Stefanus Nashama A determined group of unemployed residents hailing from the Tobias Hainyeko and other nearby constituencies embarked on a protest march yesterday, fervently calling upon the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare to deliver on the promises made back in 2021. This demonstration follows allegations that the Ministry, in 2021, registered numerous individuals in the Khomas region for social grants, pledging to provide them with a one-time payment of N$1,800 along with monthly disbursements of N$600. As per the group's understanding, these social grants were to be distributed for three consecutive years from the year of…

Martin Endjala The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) is set to conduct the final phase of the 2023 Population and Housing Census, known as the Post-Enumeration Survey (PES), in February. This exercise serves as a quality check to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the census data. After completing the major phases of the census last year, this PES phase is crucial. Alex Shimuafeni, the NSA Chief Executive Officer and Statistician-General announced that the third and final phase, called the reconciliation operation, will take place from 1 to 14 February 2024. “During this period, NSA officials will revisit households where discrepancies…