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07 Aug

EPL’s only for capable mining companies

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Martin Endjala Only applicants who have completed the minimum exploration work program and shown they have the financial and technical resources to carry out their programs will receive Exclusive Prospecting Licences (EPLs). The minister of mines and energy, Tom Alweendo, made this statement at the official opening of the 2024 Mining Expo and Conference in Windhoek on Wednesday. “This is necessary lest we delay mineral discoveries and consequently deprive the Namibian people of their deserved economic benefits,” he said. According to Alweendo, the ministry found that the majority of applicants who previously received EPLs lacked the necessary skills to carry…

07 Aug

IT IS OURS:

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Vice-President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the natural resources of the country belong to all Namibians. She said this at the official opening of the 2024 Mining Expo in Windhoek on Wednesday. "The issue of ownership of our resources is non-negotiable. It belongs to the Namibian people," she said.Report: Martin Endjala.

06 Aug

Namibia endorses Access to Information Act

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Niël Terblanché The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) announced the National Assembly's endorsement of the Access to Information Act (ATI) No. 8 of 2022 Regulations on Tuesday. This puts Namibia among the 140 countries in the world to adopt such a law. In a statement, the minister of information and communication technology, Emma Theofelus, said that the ATI Act Regulations reaffirm the country's dedication to ensuring citizens' access to information. “This milestone will soon lead to the implementation of the Act, as noted by Emma Theofelus, the Minister of Information and Communication Technology,” she said. She added that…

06 Aug

Rukoro threatens to remove NUDO leadership

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Former football administrator and aspiring politician, Barry Rukoro stated that if the current leadership of the National Unity Democratic Organisation (NUDO) cannot be removed by democratic means, it will be done by exposing their criminality. Rukoro made these comments during an interview with the Windhoek Observer on Tuesday. He was reacting to the news that the NUDO leadership had resolved to postpone the elective congress until next year. “If the congress is not taking place now, we shall wait by keeping ourselves busy demanding proper reports, including a forensic audit of the party books. If we cannot get…

06 Aug

Future engineer’s dreams cut short

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Hertta- Maria Amutenja The family of Sheehama Matheus, who was reported missing on 27 July 2024, expressed their grief after his body was found at Independence Beach on Tuesday. Matheus’ body was discovered on the beach behind the navy base in Walvis Bay. He had been missing since an assault at a braai in the Tutaleni location on 27 July. "This death is a huge loss to the family, especially the mother," said a family spokesperson Nuujoma Martins. Martins described Matheus as someone who loved making jokes. “He used to love making jokes and was very helpful when it came…

06 Aug

NIDA to address viability concerns

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Martin Endjala The Namibia Industrial Development Agency (Nida) will pronounce itself as a viable agency during the last week of August. Last week, the Parliamentary Standing Committee and National Council members accused the agency leaders of incompetence and demanded its dismantling in order to restore its dignity. The agency’s spokesperson, Wessel !Nanuseb, told the Windhoek Observer last week that clarity and a response to the concerns raised would be provided. “Yes, we are aware of the recent negative publicity the agency received, orchestrated by the members of the Parliamentary Standing Committee. We are in the process of embarking on a…

06 Aug

Namibia targets cancer crisis with new national control plan

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Niël Terblanché Namibia is implementing the National Cancer Control Plan to reduce cancer mortality and improve the quality of cancer care. This initiative, launched by the Ministry of Health and Social Services, addresses the challenge of cancer, which affects thousands of Namibians each year. At a technical meeting on Monday, the executive director of the health ministry, Ben Nangombe stressed the comprehensive nature of the plan. "Cancer is not just a disease; it is a complex, multifaceted challenge that affects millions of people around the world," In Namibia, it affects thousands, causing morbidity and mortality. It undermines health and well-being…

06 Aug

Swapo leader refutes fraud claims

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Martin Endjala Swapo party Windhoek Rural District coordinator, John Elago has dismissed fraud claims made against him by a pastor. Agnes Simon, the leader of the Poverty Eradication Ministry in Groot Aub, accused Elago of property fraud. Elago described the claim as untrue. “I want to make it clear to the public that I did not defraud her. How can I defraud her when it is my property? The property is in my name and it was she who actually wanted to knock me out off my property by going to the City of Windhoek and claiming that the property…

06 Aug

AR to create Grade 7 salary scale for teachers if elected into power

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Stefanus Nashama The Affirmative Repositioning Movement’s (AR) leader, Job Amupanda says his party will consider creating a Grade 7 Salary Scale for senior teachers if elected into power in November 2024. Amupanda announced this on his social media platforms this week. “As president and under the AR government, we will introduce a Grade 7 salary scale to accommodate a somewhat senior teacher between an ordinary teacher and a HOD,” he stated. According to Amupanda, it is not fair for teachers to retire as ordinary teachers while their students become presidents and professors. “Imagine teaching for 34 years, retiring as a…

06 Aug

Erongo Region rallies against corruption

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Niël Terblanché The Erongo Region will continue to take a strong stand against corruption, as demonstrated during the second annual Erongo Regional Forum held in Swakopmund on Tuesday. The event, organised by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and the Office of the Erongo Governor, brought together key stakeholders to discuss progress and reinforce commitments to the National Anti-Corruption Strategy and Action Plan (NACSAP). Advocate Erna van der Merwe, the Deputy Director-General of the ACC, addressed the forum and reiterated the significance of the NACSAP, approved by the Cabinet in December 2021 and launched in March 2022. "The Regional Forum is part…