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02 Oct

Understanding the generational project: A call to Namibian youth

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Sakaria Johanne A generational project refers to the collective efforts and aspirations of a particular generation to address critical issues that impact their society. It encompasses the social, political, and economic challenges that a group faces, and it seeks to create meaningful change over time. In the context of Namibia, the generational project of the past led by figures like Ya Toivo, Sam Nujoma, and Hage Geingob, focused primarily on the struggle for political freedom and liberation from colonial rule. Their efforts laid the groundwork for Namibia’s independence in 1990. However, the notion of a generational project does not end…

02 Oct

GIPF prepares for November tax refunds

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Martin Endjala The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has announced it will issue tax relief refunds to qualifying pensioners, spousal, and child beneficiaries on 28 November 2024. GIPF’s chief executive officer, Martin Inkumbi, announced this on Tuesday. “I am elated that our members can now breathe a sigh of relief as all individual taxpayers will be exempted from paying tax on the first N$100 000 of their income. However, we ask for patience as the Fund finalizes the payment logistics,” said Inkumbi. He added that the GIPF team is working diligently to adjust the Fund’s payment processes to ensure the…

01 Oct

Young Warriors eliminated from TotalEnergies CAF U20 2025 | COSAFA Qualifier

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Hilarius Hamutenya Namibia’s Young Warriors have been knocked out of the TotalEnergies CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 | COSAFA Qualifier after a 2-1 defeat against Zambia in Maputo, Mozambique, on Tuesday. Zambia opened the scoring just before halftime and doubled their lead in the 60th minute. Nineteen-year-old Engilio Gaogoseb pulled one back for Namibia with a goal in the 64th minute, but it wasn't enough to change the outcome. This marks the Young Warriors' second loss in the competition, following a narrow 1-0 defeat against Angola. So far, Angola, along with Zambia and Zimbabwe, have advanced to the…

01 Oct

NEFF races against time to secure National Assembly candidacy

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe and Ester Mbathera The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) are racing against time, as the party has yet to hold its nomination conference for prospective National Assembly candidates. Political parties have until 16 October to submit their nominations for their candidates. The party’s leader, Epafras Mukwiilongo, on Tuesday told the Windhoek Observer that they are working hard to meet the deadline. “When we are done with the nominations, we will see when we will launch our party manifesto,” he said. The NEFF regained its political party status on Monday after the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) announced that…

01 Oct

Media and civil society join forces to combat misinformation ahead of elections

info_e12wt4csNational NewsFrederico Links, Namibia Fact-Check

Martin Endjala A coalition of Namibian media and civil society organisations has come together to promote the dissemination of credible information in the run-up to the November 2024 elections. The initiative, which is aimed at helping voters critically engage with political messaging, was announced on Tuesday by Frederico Links, the editor of Namibia Fact-Check. “This is a much-needed and very welcome initiative. We are definitely seeing an uptick in election-related misinformation and disinformation ahead of the 27 November elections, so he explained that this initiative will help us and our partners try to stem the tide of falsehoods that could…

01 Oct

Walvis Bay municipality reinstates three suspended Swapo councillors

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Ester Mbathera The three Swapo councillors from the Walvis Bay municipality have been reinstated after a month-long suspension. Albertina Nkoshi, Paulus Kauhondamua, and Ephraim Shozi were suspended with full allowances for 30 days at the beginning of September. Walvis Bay mayor, Trevino Forbes confirmed on Tuesday that the councillors are now allowed to return to resume their work with the town council. "They cannot stay on suspension longer than 30 days as per the standing rules of order. We expect them to attend the next council meeting, and they have received all the documents and the agenda for the meeting,"…

01 Oct

LPM pledges action on land reform and governance

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Landless People's Movement (LPM) has vowed to take decisive steps on land reform and governance in Namibia as part of its new manifesto. The party launched its election manifesto in Rundu over the past weekend. LPM president, Bernadus Swartbooi asserted the party’s commitment to implement key policies that resonate with citizens and address pressing issues facing them. Swartbooi emphasised that the manifesto is a ‘blueprint for action, focussing on land redistribution and the empowerment of marginalised communities.’ “We have heard the cries of our people. Land is not just a commodity; it is a right. We will…

01 Oct

RDP leader calls for extended tax amnesty

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Martin Endjala The Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP) president, Mike Kavekotora is urging the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) to extend the current tax amnesty until 2025, citing the upcoming elections. “I request NamRA to extend the moratorium on taxes, interest payments on outstanding tax balances, and penalties to October 2025,” Kavekotora said during an interview with the Windhoek Observer. His request is derived from the developments in the political environment where many leaders, especially from the ruling party, lost their earnings and needed to plan and arrange their finances to meet the new reality. Kavekotora said these developments cannot…

01 Oct

Namibia’s trade balance deficit grows to N$3.6 billion

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Martin Endjala The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) reported a trade deficit of N$3.6 billion in August 2024, widening from N$2.1 billion in July 2024 but narrowing compared to the N$4.9 billion deficit recorded in August 2023. This data comes from the Namibia International Merchandise Trade Statistics Bulletin, released on Tuesday. NSA statistician-general and chief executive officer, Alex Shimuafeni said the country’s trade composition by partner showed that South Africa emerged as Namibia’s largest market for exports and imports. “We have introduced a section in the report that tracks trade on food items (excluding live animals) and beverages; for the month…

01 Oct

Namcor restructures its operations

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Stefanus Nashama The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor) has announced plans to reform various aspects of its operations to enhance its competitiveness locally and globally. The company has also taken steps to address internal and external challenges to strengthen its mandate. This is according to a statement released by Namcor on Tuesday. “From financial restructuring to operational realignment, we have taken major steps to turn around the company's performance, foster accountability, and create a culture of excellence,” stated the company. According to Namcor, the company has paid N$555 million to Gunvor, one of its key suppliers, to restore financial…