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29 Nov

!Gaoseb wants resumption of hubbly bubbly ban debate

info_e12wt4csNational News!Gaoseb wants resumption of hubbly bubbly ban debate

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Swapo National Council member, Richard !Gaoseb has requested his fellow lawmakers to resume the debate on the negative effects of hubbly bubbly (hooka) pipes on the health and well-being of Namibians, especially the youth and ban the substance. !Gaoseb brought the motion forward during the 10th session, of the sixth national council in Windhoek this week. He said hubbly bubbly pipes have become popular all over the world and the Namibian youth, in particular, has joined the bandwagon, medical research has found that hubbly bubbly pipes are a major contributor to the transmission of diseases such as tuberculosis,…

29 Nov

Namibian will participate in Africa’s largest public health conference

info_e12wt4csNational Newshas been invited by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to speak at the third International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) in Lusaka, Medical healthcare practitioner and Founder of MENGA Healthcare Technology Doctor Esperance Luvindao

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Medical healthcare practitioner and Founder of MENGA Healthcare Technology Dr Esperance Luvindao, has been invited by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to speak at the third International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) in Lusaka, Zambia. The conference which started this week Monday will conclude on Thursday under the theme “Breaking Barriers: Repositioning Africa in the Global Health Architecture.” Attendees at this year’s conference are Namibian Prime Minister, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, Zambia President Hakainde Hichilema, World Health Organisation Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and Director of the Africa CDC, Dr Jean Kaseya alongside…

29 Nov

Namibia set to host prestigious AHIF and AviaDev events

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNamibia set to host prestigious AHIF and AviaDev events

Niël Terblanché Namibia has taken a significant step in promoting its growing hospitality and aviation sectors by hosting the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) and AviaDev conferences. These events are expected to create new opportunities for Namibian stakeholders and strengthen the nation’s position as a key player in these industries. A collaborative local networking reception was held at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek to kickstart the excitement for the upcoming AHIF and AviaDev conferences, scheduled for June 2024 in Windhoek. The receptions earlier this month served as a platform for local businesses, government officials, and industry professionals to explore the…

29 Nov

FNB supports Opuwo youth with building materials

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Stefanus Nashama First National Bank (FNB), in collaboration with the FirstRand Namibian Foundation Trust and Ohorongo Cement, has provided valuable support to over 25 youths in Opuwo, with a social investment valued at more than N$300,000. During the launch of a two-day training workshop over the weekend in Opuwo, Kaarina Matheus, FNB Commercial Relationship Manager, explained that this social investment is aimed at empowering the youth in Opuwo through training in brickmaking and business skills. She also highlighted that FNB, through FirstRand and Ohorongo Cement, is providing a full starter pack equipped with the necessary equipment to kick-start their businesses.…

28 Nov

Female-headed households in Namibia struggle with poverty

info_e12wt4csNational NewsFemale-headed households in Namibia struggle with poverty

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Auditor General Junias Kandjeke has revealed that 44 percent of female-headed households in Namibia are living in poverty. In a recent Performance Audit Report on Gender Equality in Governance, Decision-Making and Economic Empowerment within the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare (MGEPESW), covering the financial years of 2017/18 to 2021/22. The report sheds light on persistent challenges faced by these households, emphasising structural drivers of gender inequality, including unequal distribution of resources like land, capital and education. Further indicating that the limited participation in political and economic institutions further exacerbates the impact on women living…

28 Nov

CNFA raises serious concerns over fishing quota auctions

info_e12wt4csNational NewsCNFA raises serious concerns over fishing quota auctions

Niël Terblanché The Confederation of Namibia Fishing Association (CNFA) has strongly urged the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources to reconsider its decision to auction fishing quotas, expressing concerns about the potential negative impact on the fishing industry and Namibia’s economy. During the recent Annual Fishing Industry event where the Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Derek Klazen addressed role players in Walvis Bay, Matti Amukwa, the Chairperson of the CNFA, stated that auctioning quotas to the highest bidder contradicts the provisions of the Marine Resources Act and may not be in the best interest of the government. He argued…

28 Nov

40 labour unions face de-registration for failing to submit annual returns

info_e12wt4csNational News40 labour unions face de-registration for failing to submit annual returns

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Acting Labour Commissioner, Kyllikki Sihlahla, has strongly warned Labour Unions and Employers’ Organisations that their registration can be cancelled or suspended if they fail to submit their audited annual financial returns by 30 November 2023. She said after several warnings emphasising the imperative for defaulting entities to promptly comply with the statutory provisions outlined in the Labour Act. With only a few days left as well as a specific directive that required the submission of outstanding annual returns as per section 60 of the Labour Act, the majority still have not submitted their annual returns. Sihlahla stated that…

28 Nov

Ministry of Mines supports the establishment of a diamond training institute

info_e12wt4csNational NewsMinistry of Mines supports the establishment of a diamond training institute

Martin Endjala The Ministry of Mines and Energy says that it is willing to extend its support to the vision of establishing a diamond training institution in the country. This comes after the Namib Desert Diamond Company (Namdia) expressed its vision to establish a diamond polishing training institution in Namibia. “The Ministry is aware that Namdia at some point, has expressed its long-term vision at one of the stakeholder’s engagement sessions with the Media. During the Session, Namdia expressed its willingness to establish a polishing institute in the Country. As a Ministry charged with ensuring sustainable development of Namibia’s mineral…

28 Nov

Kauandenge to contest for NUDO’s presidency

info_e12wt4csNational NewsKauandenge to contest for NUDO’s presidency

Stefanus Nashama Josef Kauandenge, the Secretary-General of the National Unity Democratic Organisation (NUDO), has formally declared his candidacy for the party’s presidency in preparation for next year’s elections. In a recent announcement, Kauandenge expressed his belief that he is the right person to lead the party and aims to rejuvenate it from its past setbacks. Kauandenge noted that NUDO has lost support in the Southern regions and outlined his commitment to reclaiming that lost ground once he assumes leadership. He stated that the party should not settle for merely holding two seats in Parliament and stressed the need for a…

28 Nov

Namibian President to address climate crisis at COP28 in Dubai

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNamibian President to address climate crisis at COP28 in Dubai

Niël Terblanché President Hage Geingob has embarked on a decisive journey to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where he will participate in the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The conference, scheduled from November 30, 2023, to December 12, 2023, represents a critical opportunity for world leaders to address the escalating climate crisis. COP28 comes at a time when global temperatures have reached record highs, and extreme weather events are impacting people worldwide. President Geingob’s attendance is evidence of Namibia’s commitment to addressing climate change, a challenge that has disproportionately affected the…