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Allexer Namundjembo The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) says it has not received a formal complaint regarding allegations of corruption at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust). This follows claims of corruption, nepotism, and financial mismanagement at the university.  A 40-page dossier allegedly addressed to ACC director general Paulus Noa, accuses Nust vice-chancellor Erold Naomab and several senior officials of orchestrating schemes that syphoned millions of dollars from the institution through irregular procurement, abuse of authority, and reckless spending. According to the document,  Naomab surrounded himself with allies strategically placed in key positions, including Klemens /Awarab, special adviser; Browny Mutrifa,…

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa has defended his decision to dissolve the Katima Mulilo Town Council, saying councillors failed to carry out their functions and engaged in an unlawful land-for-vehicles transaction. Speaking in Katima Mulilo on Wednesday, Sankwasa said the deal was invalid because land gains value while vehicles lose value.  In May, Sankwasa accused councillors of selling land without approval and ordered the return of vehicles acquired in the land-for-vehicles deal.  Councillors, including mayor John Ntemwa, denied wrongdoing and accused the minister of tribalism and interference.  Last month, more than 1 000 residents protested against…

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The minister of information and communication technology Emma Theofelus, has urged the youth of Etayi Constituency in the Omusati region to see network connectivity as a gateway to the world. Speaking at Oikoka village on Thursday during the launch of 25 new network towers by PowerCom, Theofelus told the young people to use connectivity to innovate, learn, create, and engage globally.  “The future of Namibia rests in your ability to take the tools and transform them into opportunities,” she said. She stressed that connectivity should also serve farmers and traders. "To every resident of Oikokola, Omusati Region, and…

Allexer Namundjembo Political analyst Sackaria Johannes has described the Outapi Constituency by-election as a “research pilot study”.  He believes that the contest, scheduled just weeks before the national polls, will serve as an early test of voter sentiment in Omusati, a region long regu as a Swapo stronghold.  Only two political parties, the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) and Swapo, will contest the by-election set for 29 September 2025.  The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) this week announced Selma Asino, the current mayor of Outapi, as Swapo's candidate, while IPC fielded Fillemon Shikwambi. “The results will determine how those specific…

Renthia Kaimbi The ministry of gender equality and child welfare (MGECW) has reintegrated 472 children into formal education as part of efforts to address the plight of street kids.  About 425 of them have remained in school, reflecting a 90% retention rate. Control social worker Enjouline Kole and the children's home superintendent Maggy Katimba speaking  at the after-school centre, said the programme goes beyond enrolment.  They described it as a “continuum of support” designed to help children not only return to school but succeed long-term. Children receive bridging classes to close learning gaps and are given uniforms and stationery.  “This…