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11 Mar

Swapo Central Committee endorses Nandi-Ndaitwah as presidential candidate

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Stefanus Nashama SWAPO CC resolves: - Extraordinary Congress in 2025- Nujoma urges support for NN- Ivula-Ithana backs decision- Namandje says the Swapo constitution does not force the party to have extraordinary congress The Swapo Party Central Committee has over the weekend endorsed its Vice-President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to stand as the sole presidential candidate for the November elections. In terms of the Swapo Party Constitution, the CC is the highest decision-making body after the Congress. This is done in terms of Rules 8, 10, and 53 of the Party Constitution, meaning Nadi-Ndaitwah will go to the polls uncontested at the party…

09 Mar

SWAPO Central Committee embraced unity and pragmatism in the end

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Niël Terblanché In an impassioned appeal for solidarity and strategic foresight, SWAPO Party leaders and members have been urged to consolidate their support around presidential candidate, Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah during the elections at the end of November this year.Namibia's Founding President and Father of the Nation, Dr Sam Nujoma, expressed this wish during the SWAPO Party's Central Committee meeting, a crucial event for the party's introspection and future planning.Pendukeni Ivula Ithana, the former Secretary General of SWAPO, threw her weight behind the Father of the Namibian Nation when she tabled a similar motion during the Central Committee meeting at the…

09 Mar

Agriculture ministry appoints four women to leading roles in Communal Land Boards

National NewsAgriculture ministry appoints four women to leading roles in Communal Land Boards

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has announced the appointment of four women to key positions within the Communal Land Boards. Emphasising the importance of diverse representation, Minister Calle Schlettwein highlighted that each board will now include two women engaged in farming operations in the board’s area and two women with expertise relevant to the functions of the board. “The aspects of appointments of women have been made to ensure that women are represented in the highest decision-making bodies,” stressed Schlettwein. He added this move aligns with the government’s commitment to fostering fair and transparent land…

09 Mar

Small Stock Farming: The Imperatives

Observer Money, OpinionsSmall Stock Farming: The Imperatives

Nichlas Mbingeneeko The previous article focused on caring for lambs or goat kids. This article continues to focus on caring for lambs or goat kids as they are growing. As the lambs and goat kids grow, the milk produced by the mothers often becomes insufficient, particularly in the case of multiple births. Moreover, the grazing may be deficient in minerals and trace minerals. In that instances, the farmer needs to provide for supplementation for the lambs and goat kids as well as the lactating ewes. Supplementation, in the context of animal husbandry, relates to the provision of nutritional substances generally…

09 Mar

Namibia pledges relentless empowerment of women

National NewsNamibia pledges relentless empowerment of women

Niël Terblanché As Namibia joined the world to commemorate International Women’s Day, the country’s remarkable progress in gender equality and the empowerment of women, was celebrated for its journey of achievement and its inclination to address ongoing challenges. President Nangolo Mbumba, in a touching statement, reiterated Namibia’s commitment to building an inclusive society where women are not only free from violence but where they will play an essential role in leadership and decision-making. The theme for this year’s celebration, “Inspire Inclusion. Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” reflects the nation’s aspiration and commitment to gender parity. President Mbumba reflected on the…

08 Mar

Namibia calls for lifting sanctions against Zimbabwe amid economic strain

National NewsNamibia calls for lifting sanctions against Zimbabwe amid economic strain

Niël Terblanché The Namibian Government has taken a firm stand by urging the global community to lift the economic sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the United States of America. These sanctions, initially aimed at penalizing certain individuals within Zimbabwe’s government for alleged corruption and human rights abuses, are now being criticized for their broader, adverse effects on the country’s economy and its ripple effects across the Southern African Development Community (SADC). Dr Peya Mushelenga, Namibia’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, vocalized the region’s concerns and stated that the sanctions have outgrown their purpose and are now counterproductive. According to…

08 Mar

Nampol pledges strengthened efforts to combat GBV

National NewsNampol pledges strengthened efforts to combat GBV

Niël Terblanché The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, in a special message on International Women’s Day, stressed the profound significance of the day for the force and the wider society. Marking a global celebration of women’s achievements and a call to action for accelerating gender parity, the General emphasized the Namibian Police’s dedication to recognizing and honouring the indispensable role women play across all facets of life, including in the realm of law enforcement and societal safety. Under the theme of inspiring inclusion and fostering empowerment, General Shikongo proudly noted the Namibian Police’s ongoing commitment…

08 Mar

Namibia calls for women’s inclusion in politics ahead of elections

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Niël Terblanché On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Namibia’s Deputy Minister of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare, Ui/O/OO Royal Kxao, stressed the importance of women’s participation in the forthcoming electoral processes. Speaking at the official opening of the workshop that is aimed at bolstering women’s engagement in the political arena, the Deputy Minister reiterated the theme of this year’s celebration, “Inspire Inclusion. Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” which stresses the imperative of fostering an inclusive society where women’s contributions are recognized and valued. Namibia, poised for its Presidential and National Assembly elections in November 2024, with the…

08 Mar

Campaign against plastic bags intensifies

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Niël Terblanché In an effort to reinforce environmental conservation efforts, the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism has reiterated its commitment to discouraging the use of plastic shopping bags across Namibia, a policy aimed at mitigating the detrimental effects these items have on the ecosystem. Pohamba Shifeta, the Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism shed light on the renewed effort during the inauguration of the Fourth Sustainable Development Awards He said that getting rid of plastic bags altogether is a significant step in the nation’s journey towards ecological preservation. The genesis of this environmentally conscious campaign dates back to 2019…

08 Mar

Shaningwa calls for calm ahead of Central Committee meeting

MainShaningwa calls for calm ahead of Central Committee meeting

Stefanus Nashama SWAPO Party Secretary-General, Sophia Shaningwa, urged party members, followers, and sympathisers to remain calm ahead of the Central Committee (CC) meeting tomorrow. The Central Committee is tasked to decide whether the party will have an extraordinary congress to elect the party president or if it will endorse Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the party presidential candidate for the November elections. “The rank and file of Swapo party, supporters and sympathisers are advised to remain calm while waiting for the leadership to engage and communicate back after the Central Committee meeting,” she said when contacted for an update today regarding the…