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Niël Terblanché As schools prepare to close for winter break on Friday, the Namibian police have urged the public to stay alert and prioritise safety during the busy holiday period. Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, head of the police’s public relations division, issued a statement on Wednesday calling on the nation to remain cautious, especially on the roads and in public areas. “We appeal to motorists to adhere to the road traffic rules and regulations, and more importantly, appeal to parents, guardians and caregivers to safeguard their children during this period. They must be protected so as to avoid untoward incidents.…

Allexer Namundjebo  International ride-hailing platform Yango has defended its operations in Namibia following public claims by works and transport minister, Veikko Nekundi, that the service is illegal in Windhoek. Last month, Nekundi told a local radio station that Yango taxis were not authorised to operate in the capital.  He explained that the company did not have the required permits and was not operating within the legal framework for public passenger transport. “Only those with valid authorisation are permitted to operate taxis in exchange for money,” Nekundi said.  He added that enforcement was the responsibility of traffic officers, who could only…

Niël Terblanché The Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr Esperance Luvindao, warned underperforming employees that their days are numbered.  She said the health ministry will no longer tolerate individuals who fail to meet their responsibilities while continuing to draw salaries. Speaking during a recent courtesy meeting with the Public Service Commission (PSC), Luvindao said, “We are hired with terms of reference, and these must be clearly understood to hold people accountable.”  The meeting allowed the health minister to engage with PSC officials led by chairperson Salmaan Jacobs.  She received a briefing on the commission’s mandate and functions, especially in…

Niël Terblanché The Namibian Correctional Service officially launched the Telio Inmate Telephone System at the Walvis Bay and Swakopmund correctional facilities on Friday.  This system is part of the country’s wider reform of the justice and correctional systems. The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu, spoke at the launch.  She said the initiative supports the government's digital transformation and institutional modernisation.  “This is not merely a communication tool. It is a platform for empowerment, reform, and reintegration. It enables inmates to maintain monitored contact with their families, a connection proven to reduce recidivism and promote successful…