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23 Apr

Kauangenge resigns ahead of NUDO executive meeting

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Political analyst Sackaria Johannes believes the resignation of the National Unity Democratic Organisation’s (NUDO) secretary general, Joseph Kauandenge, is closely tied to the party’s disappointing performance in the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections. Kauandenge announced his resignation on Wednesday ahead of the party’s national executive committee meeting that will be held on Saturday in Windhoek. “It has become a norm in Namibian politics now that once individual interests are no longer served, then they jump to something else or to another party. But it is difficult to tell at this point what led to Kauandenge’s resignation until…

23 Apr

Pipe burst disrupts Windhoek’s water supply

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Niël Terblanché Windhoek’s bulk water supply was severely disrupted on Wednesday following a pipe burst on the main transfer line between Von Bach Booster 2 and the Windhoek Terminal Reservoir. In a public notice issued by the Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater), the state’s water utility confirmed that repair teams had already been dispatched to the site to initiate emergency repair operations. By sunset yesterday, the team working on replacing the damaged pipe segments was well on their way to restoring the capital city’s water supply. The affected supply line is critical to the delivery of water to the City of…

23 Apr

Mothers of children with cancer appeal for support

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja A group of mothers staying at CHICA House in Windhoek have called for increased support as they care for their children undergoing cancer treatment at health facilities in the capital. CHICA, which stands for Children with Cancer, is a facility operated by the Cancer Association of Namibia. It provides temporary accommodation for mothers and children who travel from outside Windhoek for medical appointments. The house, which opened in April 2017, can host up to seven mothers and their children at a time. While the shelter provides relief, mothers staying there say the emotional and financial toll remains heavy.…

23 Apr

Steenkamp visits renovated school hostels in Outjo

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Niël Terblanché The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, visited several recently renovated hostels in Outjo during the Easter weekend. Her inspections included stops at Jöel Heroldt Primary School, Outjo Primary School, and Urib Project School, where she assessed the upgrades. The hostel upgrades were coincidentally finished in time to host participants in the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup over the past long weekend. During her visit, Steenkamp said that the ministry invested N$11 million to improve accommodation facilities for learners. According to Steenkamp, the renovations were designed to improve basic infrastructure and living conditions for…

23 Apr

SADC MPs for transformation of prisons into centres of reform

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Moses Magadza The chairperson of the human and social development and special programmes committee of the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), Mope Khati, has urged members of parliament to help in transforming the region’s prison systems through the development of a progressive Model Law on Prison Oversight. Speaking during the official opening of the standing committee’s statutory meeting in Johannesburg, Khati paid tribute to the late clerk of the National Assembly of Zambia, Roy Ngulube. “His impact on parliamentarism was profound, his shoes too big to fill and the void he has left behind will be felt for a time…

23 Apr

Namibia sets sights on energy-driven growth rooted in local value

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Niël Terblanché Namibia’s path to becoming a regional energy powerhouse will remain firmly grounded in national values, long-term planning, and partnerships that prioritise local development. This was the message delivered by Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare, speaking on behalf of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, at the official opening of the Namibia International Energy Conference in Windhoek on Wednesday. “Namibia is on the path to becoming a leading energy hub, not just in ambition, but in action. This transformation is deliberate, self-directed, and grounded in who we are,” Ngurare declared. Ngurare stressed the government’s strategy of building inclusive, sustainable growth through the responsible…

23 Apr

US tariffs potential drive up inflation, stymie economy, and precipitate recession

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Josef Kefas Sheehama Namibia will be susceptible to this financial contagion in the short to medium term, but I disagree with the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Namibia's assessment that tariffs will have little immediate effect on GDP. It is critical to recognize that Namibia's economy is comparatively small, and a reduction in revenue from international sources will negatively affect the country's liquidity, given that Namibia does not possess sufficient domestic markets to yield adequate income to offset the impacts of earnings from export markets. The markets are projected to continue being highly volatile, undergoing considerable fluctuations…

22 Apr

Parents call for national boycott over Khoekhoegowab language removal

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja A group of parents and community members are planning a nationwide boycott on 5 May 2025 in protest against the removal of Khoekhoegowab as a subject at Auas Primary School in Windhoek. The announcement came on Tuesday during the delivery of a petition to the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture. The petition alleges that Khoekhoegowab, an indigenous language, has been sidelined at the school, in violation of the Basic Education Act and Namibia’s national language policy. “We are asking all parents, community members and stakeholders to mobilise themselves to inform the police in your…

22 Apr

Beef consumption declines

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Ester Mbathera New analysis has revealed that average meat consumption in Namibia has declined from a high of 8kg per capita to just under 6kg in recent years. This is according to a study by Liaan Burger from Cirrus Capital. The shift stands in contrast to neighbouring South Africa, which has seen a significant increase in overall meat consumption during the same period. “Namibia and South Africa are known not for vegetarian cuisine but rather for their rich tradition of meat-based dishes. Overall meat consumption in South Africa has risen steadily over the past three decades, increasing from around 6.7kg…

22 Apr

Road upgrade project in Etosha National Park commences

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Niël Terblanché The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism announced the commencement of the long-awaited upgrade of the road between Okaukuejo and King Nehale Gate in Etosha National Park. The project aims to transform the heavily used gravel route into a low-volume sealed road, enhancing access and safety for visitors to the iconic wildlife sanctuary. According to a statement released by the Ministry on Tuesday, the initial phase of the upgrade will focus on the first 20 kilometres from Okaukuejo, with construction scheduled from 23 April to 30 November. During this period, traffic between Okaukuejo and Halali will be redirected…