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25 Apr

Women representation almost 50 percent

National News

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Namibia has done well in terms of women’s representation, with a representation of women that is just under 50 percent, according to National Assembly Speaker Peter Katjavivi. “We have done well in terms of women and youth representation. Women representation is just below 50 percent and was achieved mainly because of the zebra strategy adopted by the ruling party. We also have quite a number of young people in both parliament and high-level government structures. We were hoping that we could liaise with the Angolan parliament to share experiences and strengthen our cooperation and we look forward to…

25 Apr

Man hacks his mother to death

National News

Stefanus Nashama A man in Kavango West Region killed his mother after he hacked her with a hoe on the head, on Sunday. The 53-year-old woman who was identified as Anastasia Tjangano died on the spot. It is alleged that an argument broke out between the son and the deceased, resulting in the deadly incident. The police have arrested the 25-year-old suspect, and investigations continue. The victim’s next of kin are informed. Meanwhile, a 35-year-old Namibian female by the name of Diana Ames died suddenly at home after she collapsed. The incident happened last week Friday between 10h40 and 10h52…

25 Apr

DBN launches second recovery scheme

National News

Martin Endjala The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) has announced its participation in the Bank of Namibia Small Medium Enterprise Economic Recovery Loans scheme. Its participation brings the number of schemes on offer by DBN to two. The other scheme offered by the Bank is the Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau Bankengruppe (KfW) scheme. This was announced by DBN Head of Marketing and Corporate Communication, Jerome Mutumba yesterday, who says the BoN scheme is of a longer duration of seven years, and the interest rate floats at prime -0.5 percent. The KfW scheme is of short duration, with repayment to conclude by…

25 Apr

Leaked report exposes high-level fraud attempt

Maine Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia’s (CRAN), Leaked report exposes high-level fraud attempt

Niël Terblanché The ghost of the so-called smart city deal between the City of Windhoek and Huawei Communications has come back to haunt the parties involved with serious allegations of fraud, attempted fraud and corruption involving millions of dollars at the highest levels. The leaked document, marked “Extremely Confidential” and dated 27 January 2021 deals with what appears to be a concerted effort by numerous parties to defraud not only the residents of Windhoek but the City of Windhoek itself. The report raises the concern of possible high-level fraud and corruption. The saga started in 2020 when Paratus Telecom protested…

24 Apr

‘SWAPO will build a better future’

National Newspresident Hage Geingob, ‘SWAPO will build a better future’

Niël Terblanché Namibians must build a better future by embracing the second phase of the struggle and making it their mission to bring about socio-economic emancipation. President Hage Geingob, in his capacity as the President of the SWAPO Party, during the 63rd commemoration of the governing party’s existence at Grootfontein on Saturday, said his wish as the head of the organisation is for Namibians to continue and to complete the important work of the second phase of the struggle. “Our work is not done, but if there is something that the past 63 years have told us - only the…

24 Apr

PM involved in crash, three seriously injured

FeaturedPM involved in crash

Niël Terblanché The Prime Minister of Namibia, Saara Kuukongelwa-Amadhila was rushed to hospital for observation after her official vehicle collided with a mini bus, some 15 kilometres south of Otjiwarongo, yesterday afternoon. Three officials from the Electoral Commission of Namibia are said to have sustained serious injuries. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila and her driver escaped the accident unharmed. The three officials have since been transported to the Otjiwarongo State Hospital. An eyewitness reported that the ECN minibus crashed into the back of a vehicle transporting tourists. “The driver of the minibus with GRN number plates lost control over the vehicle and it slammed…

24 Apr

Roman Catholic Church concerned about poor service delivery

National NewsRoman Catholic Church concerned about poor service delivery

Stefanus Nashama The Roman Catholic Church says it is deeply concerned about the poor implementation, performance and outcomes of public health and police services. The Church held the Namibian Catholic Bishops Conference (NCBC)’ on 13 April to analyse and comment on the National Budget tabled by Finance Minister, Iipumbu Shiimi, on 22 February 2023. The Church said the concern is brought about by the fact that the majority of people especially the poor cannot afford private services, thus they rely on the public sector for basic human needs such as education, health and public safety. NCBC President Archbishop, Liborius Ndumbukuti…

24 Apr

NamRa recognises taxpayers and traders

National NewsNamRa recognises taxpayers and traders

Stefanus Nashama The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRa) held the second taxpayer and trader awards, honouring individuals, and institutions from the public and private sectors for their commitment in paying tax revenue.The appreciation event took place at Droombos on 19 April, where De Beers Marine Namibia (Pty) was awarded five accolades for being the highest revenue contributor while Anheuser Bush Inbev Namibia Breweries (Pty) Ltd. took the second place. De Beers Marine Namibia (PTY) and Anheuser Bush InbevNamibia Breweries (PTY) Ltd also received tokens of appreciation of N$20,000 each, to give to any charities of their choice. According to a current…

24 Apr

Late applications delay telecommunication permits

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Martin Endjala The issuing of telecommunication permits, better known as Type Approval Certificates, has been delayed because business owners did not apply on time or prior to the importation date of their goods, especially the orders of vendors. Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) Executive Communication and Consumer Relations, Katrina Sikeni responding to questions on issuing permits and concerns about delays said that the duration to process of Type Approval certification is dependent on the type of equipment and the completeness of the application form and supporting documentation submitted. “However, in the instance that the application form is complete and…

24 Apr

SPYL sued over alleged debt of N$14 million

National NewsSPYL sued over alleged debt of N$14 million

The Swapo Party Youth League (SPYL) finds itself in a legal battle after being dragged to High Court by a local close corporation, True Media Trading for allegedly failing to pay N$14 million and for breaching a contract of an integrated electronic system. It is alleged that SPYL failed to honour an agreement by not paying N$14 million for services rendered by True Media Trading. Court documents suggest that in 2018, the parties entered into an agreement that contracted True Media Trading to supply and install an integrated membership system at various Swapo offices, but the youth league allegedly failed…