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Taxi union leader accuses Supreme Court of stalling multimillion-dollar lawsuit
13 Aug

Taxi union leader accuses Supreme Court of stalling multimillion-dollar lawsuit

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Stefanus Nashama Werner Januarie, the President of the Namibia Transport and Taxi Union (NTTU), has accused the Supreme Court of not giving a satisfactory explanation for not reinstating his N$74 million claim against the government. Januarie, speaking with the Windhoek Observer on Tuesday, expressed frustration with the court’s inability to set a hearing date for the case. “The problem is that the Supreme Court has not determined the date on which the matter will be heard,” he said. The Supreme Court's decision led to the removal of the matter from the court roll, according to the court documents. Since then,…
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Lüderitz port expansion to transform energy and trade landscape
13 Aug

Lüderitz port expansion to transform energy and trade landscape

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Niël Terblanché Namibia is advancing its plans to expand the Port of Lüderitz, integral to the country’s strategy for enhancing support to industries such as oil, gas, and green hydrogen production. The Namibian Ports Authority’s (Namport) executive of port engineering, Elzevir Gelderbloem, has stressed that the Robert Harbour quay wall extension project will undergo rigorous inspections, including underwater surveys. In a report by nambusinessexpress.com Gelderbloem said that the expansion of the Port of Lüderitz is not just about increasing capacity; it is about positioning the port as a key logistics hub for Namibia’s oil, gas, and green hydrogen industries. According…
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WHO drives immunisation and nutrition intervention
13 Aug

WHO drives immunisation and nutrition intervention

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Niël Terblanché The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS), in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) and with support from the Government of Japan, conducted an urgent health intervention from 5 to 9 August during African Vaccination Week in Namibia. According to a report published by the WHO, the initiative that was launched in the Omaheke region was aimed at addressing critical health challenges, including vaccine hesitancy and malnutrition, particularly among children under the age of five and vulnerable populations in remote areas. The WHO report states that the Omaheke region, known for the long distances people must…
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The fabric of separation of powers in Namibia: A case study of Michael Saddam Amushelelo and NamRA
13 Aug

The fabric of separation of powers in Namibia: A case study of Michael Saddam Amushelelo and NamRA

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Thomas Nashongo The mandate of the Namibian Revenue Agency (NamRA), as outlined in the Namibian Constitution Act of 2017 (Act No. 12 of 2017), is to function as a state agent responsible for the collection and assessment of taxes, along with other forms of government revenue. In this capacity, NamRA plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance and efficiency in the nation’s financial system that operates under the supervision and guidance of the ministry of finance. The Namibian Revenue Agency (NamRA), plays a pivotal role in upholding government revenue through tax collection, which brings about social and economic development. The…
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13 Aug

Air Botswana spreads its wings to Namibia

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Air Botswana has announced the expansion of its flights into Namibia and South Africa.In a statement on Monday, the airline said this expansion is intended to ease flight connectivity within the southern African region and destinations beyond.The airline added that it will offer flexibility to its customers and that its aircraft will commence on the different new routes in phases from 1 September to 1 November.Air Botswana indicated that it will also gradually increase flights on existing while also reinstating routes that were suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Report: Martin Endjala.
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13 Aug

Venaani endorses Odinga

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Popular Democratic Movement leader, McHenry Venaani has formally endorsed the Former Prime Minister of Kenya, Raila Odinga, for the Chairmanship of the African Union.Venaani announced this on Tuesday in a statement.He said Odinga is one of the most influential and visionary politicians in Kenya and Africa in general.Venaani added that Odinga’s contributions to the political and economic landscape of the region signify a shared vision for an Africa that rejects the trappings of failing development projects and embraces a future defined by collective progress and development. Reporter: Stefanus Nashama
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13 Aug

Yango wins Namibia’s top ride share app

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Yango Group, a global tech company providing daily sharing services, was crowned the best ride share/taxi service in Namibia for 2024 during an award ceremony held in Windhoek last month.CJ Dumeni the country manager of Yango Group, said on Monday that the award ceremony were organised by Namibia Future Media Holdings and Media Publications.He said the recognition celebrates Yango's commitment to providing safe, reliable and affordable ride hailing solutions to all Namibians. Report: Martin Endjala
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13 Aug

Mass registration programme concluded

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Etienne Maritz, the executive director of the Ministry of Home Affairs announced the conclusion of the mass registration programme countrywide on Monday.The programme started on 5 February and ended on 31 July and it assisted more than 110 000 people to register for national documents.Approximately 31 000 birth certificates were issued and more than 6 000 birth certificate duplicates were issued.More than 32 000 identity cards were issued and over 12 000 ID duplicates were issued.Maritz said the ministry will also continue to provide its usual services and he urged the public to visit their nearest home affairs offices to…
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EU backs Namibia’s efforts to exit FATF grey list
12 Aug

EU backs Namibia’s efforts to exit FATF grey list

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Martin Endjala The European Union Global Facility is assisting Namibia in its efforts to exit the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) Grey List through a scoping mission workshop focused on prioritising technical assistance for beneficial ownership compliance. This initiative follows Namibia's request for support from the EU AML/CFT Global Facility to enhance its adherence to international standards in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing, specifically in the area of beneficial ownership reporting. This was announced by Ana Beatriz Martins, the EU Ambassador to Namibia on 12 August. “The ultimate goal of this workshop is to see Namibia exit the Financial Action…
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Works ministry weighs in on Road Safety Bills
12 Aug

Works ministry weighs in on Road Safety Bills

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Ministry of Works and Transport is moving forward with legislative initiatives aimed at improving road safety in the wake of a tragic bus accident last week. These measures include the finalisation of several key bills that address various aspects of road safety. The deputy executive director of the department of transport at the ministry, Jonas Sheelongo, provided an overview of the ministry's approach following a call from the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) for stricter regulations, specifically targeting the operating hours and rest periods of small bus drivers to prevent fatigue-related accidents. "In the short term, promotional and…
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