N$67 million for additional classrooms at Otjomuise Primary

N$67 million for additional classrooms at Otjomuise Primary

Martin Endjala The Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) has awarded a N$67 million procurement contract to construct phase 2 of the Otjomuise Primary School. This was confirmed by CPBN spokesperson Johanna Kambala last week. According to Kambala, construction is set to begin later this year and is expected to be completed within 22 months. “The construction of additional classrooms will ease the burden of limited school placement currently faced by the ministry by increasing the capacity of the school to accommodate more learners,” she said. CPBN signed a procurement contract agreement with Namibia Construction (PTY) Ltd. for the construction…
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Trustco to provide deposit repayment plan on Tuesday

Trustco to provide deposit repayment plan on Tuesday

Martin Endjala Trustco Group Holdings Ltd. (TGH), the parent company of Trustco Bank Namibia Limited (TBN), has until Tuesday to provide the Bank of Namibia (BoN) with a deposit plan. This follows TGH's decision to return TBN’d banking license to the BoN for cancellation with immediate effect. Quinton van Rooyen, Chairman of Trustco Group Holdings' Board Investment Committee, disclosed this information in a statement last week. "In light of recent developments, Trustco has decided to exit from investing in deposit-taking institutions in Namibia. Our focus is now shifting towards non-deposit-taking financial services, where we see tremendous growth potential,” he said.…
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Namibia set to host strategic business forum in Beijing

Namibia set to host strategic business forum in Beijing

Niël Terblanché Namibia is preparing to play a key role in this year's Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), as its delegation will host a business forum aimed at enhancing strategic economic partnerships with China. The forum, to be held during the event in Beijing from 4 to 6 September, will provide numerous opportunities for business collaborations and at the same time, strengthen bilateral ties between Namibia and China. At the end of last week, Jerobeam Shaanika, the Deputy Executive Director of Namibia’s Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, reiterated the importance of the event, noting that it presents a unique…
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Windhoek High School crowned 2024 champions

Windhoek High School crowned 2024 champions

Martin Endjala After a fiercely competitive season, Windhoek High School U/19 emerged as the 2024 Capricorn Schools Netball League champions. They narrowly beat Windhoek Gymnasium by 27–26 in a thrilling final encounter. A. Shipena Secondary School secured bronze. The competition concluded this past weekend in Windhoek. Windhoek Gymnasium dominated play in the U/17 final, winning a convincing 39-18 over Centaurus Secondary School, while Rehoboth-based M&K Gertze High School finished third. Marlize Horn, the executive director of brand and corporate affairs at Capricorn Group, said the Capricorn Schools Netball League has grown in popularity over the past years, allowing school netball…
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DELAY TACTICTS:

Rinaani Musutua, the Economic and Social Justice Trust’s spokesperson and member of the Big Income Grant Coalition, said police in the Kavango East and Zambezi regions are applying delay tactics to halt their protest set to take place on Heroes Day.The protest march, scheduled to take place on 26 August, is themed: "National Protest to End Poverty'.According to Musutua, the group intent on protesting is experiencing difficulties in receiving approval for their planned mass action.He said that they did not receive any answers from the respective regional police commanders regarding the approval of their plans. Report: Martin Endjala
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Venaani calls for political maturity

Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader, McHenry Venaani told delegates at the party's national elective congress in the Zambezi region to exhibit political maturity when electing the party’s new leadership.He made these remarks on Friday at the congress in Katima Mulilo, Zambezi Region.Venaani reminded delegates of the goal of the party to reduce the Swapo's electoral share to less than 40 percent in the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections.The PDM will launch its election manifesto on Saturday. Reporter: Stefanus Nashama
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NATIONAL HONOURS CONFERRED:

On the eve of the weekend where all Namibians will commemorate the heroes who played a critical role in the history of Namibia, President Nangolo Mbumba conferred National Honours upon a select group of Namibian citizens and distinguished foreign nationals who have made substantial contributions to the country's liberation struggle, socio-economic development, and global recognition.The solemn and prestigious ceremony took place at State House on Friday,Among the honourees were distinguished politicians, public servants, traditional leaders, and veterans of the liberation struggle.The awards, ranging from The Most Brilliant Order of the Sun to The Most Distinguished Order of Namibia, were presented…
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NEW PRECEDENT SET:

Jandre Dippenaar, the first ever Namibian to be found guilty on charges of murder in the aftermath of a fatal motor vehicle collision, was sentenced to spend the next 15 years in prison.The extraordinary sentence was meted out after Magistrate Gaynor Paulton convicted Dippenaar on six counts of murder, one count of reckless and negligent driving and a count of driving a vehicle without a valid driving licence in the Swakopmund Regional Court in June.Concerning the count of reckless and negligent driving the magistrate ordered that Dippenaar should pay a fine of N$8 000 and concerning the charge of driving…
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The path to agricultural prosperity: A regional perspective on import bans in Southern Africa

The path to agricultural prosperity: A regional perspective on import bans in Southern Africa

Benedick Moody Louw In a recent post on X, Wandile Sihlobo, Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa highlighted the growing tension between South African agriculture and the neighboring countries of Botswana and Namibia over the latter's bans on imported vegetables. Sihlobo argues that such bans undermine regional agricultural cooperation and pose significant challenges to South African farmers. He acknowledges the political and economic motivations behind these bans but emphasizes the need for a balanced and cooperative response from South Africa. This article aims to provide a comprehensive response from the perspectives of Namibia, Botswana, the Southern…
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Namibia honours centenary of liberation stalwart Andimba Toivo ya Toivo

Namibia honours centenary of liberation stalwart Andimba Toivo ya Toivo

Niël Terblanché Namibia celebrated the 100th birthday of the revered liberation stalwart, Andimba Toivo yaToivo. This date also signifies the commencement of the Andimba Centenary Year, a period dedicated to honouring the life and legacy of one of Namibia’s most esteemed figures in the struggle for independence. Andimba was born on 22 August 1924, in Omangundu, northern Namibia, and passed away on 9 June 2017. He is remembered not only as a co-founder of the South West Africa People’s Organisation (SWAPO) but also as a symbol of resistance and integrity. To commemorate his centenary, his widow, Vicky yaToivo, and their…
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