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01 May

Workers play a critical role in Namibia’s future prosperity

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Niël Terblanché On Workers' Day, President Nangolo Mbumba and Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila honoured Namibian workers, celebrating their indispensable role in nation-building and the pursuit of socio-economic growth. In his message to the nation, President Mbumba stressed the critical role workers play in driving Namibia's development trajectory towards a prosperous future. This year’s commemoration was presented under the theme "Namibian Workers United for Economic Growth and Development and the President added that it has a significant role to play in the Year of Expectations. President Mbumba acknowledged the sacrifices and contributions of workers. "Without workers, there can be no construction,…

30 Apr

Redforce tender allocation under investigation

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Ester Mbathera The Municipality of Walvis has launched an investigation into RedForce Debt Management CC's tender allocation process. This move comes after the council's decision to terminate the debt collector's services due to allegations of impropriety in the procurement process. Richard Metcalfe, the municipality's lawyer, said in a media statement on Tuesday that investigations will examine the procurement process as well as the customs documentation, contracts, and schedules of the agreement. "We will institute the necessary civil and criminal proceedings in the event of any impropriety," he said. The municipal council unanimously decided last week to terminate the services of…

30 Apr

SAN cautions against wage increments

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Martin Endjala The Security Association of Namibia (SAN) vice president, Corinus Kotzé, has cautioned against increasing the salaries of its employees without considering the market the sector operates within. His caution comes after some security guards belonging to the association and non-members demanded an increment, stating that market prices dictate the increment percentages. Kotzé said this during a minimum wage consultation for the security sector on Tuesday in Windhoek. “We could find ourselves in a situation where we have to let go of employees. Which we want to avoid at all costs, but we need to find a solution to…

30 Apr

NEFF condemns exclusion of small traders at Lüderitz Crayfish Festival

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) has denounced the exclusion of Namibian traders from participating in the Lüderitz Crayfish Festival, slated for 29 April to 5 May at the Lüderitz Waterfront. In a statement issued on Tuesday, NEFF condemned the actions of festival organisers, particularly Victoria de Klerk, labelling them as deplorable and a violation of the rights of local entrepreneurs. According to the NEFF, four traders, Ronald Engelbrecht, Hendrina Willem, Magdalena Mckay, Maria Gumbo, and Sodom Andreas - have been unfairly denied space at the festival. NEFF deputy commander in chief, Kalimbo Iipumbu said these traders, who…

30 Apr

Research and development to propel sustainable economic development

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Niël Terblanché The Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation launched the much-anticipated Research and Experimental Development Survey Report for the fiscal year 2021/22 in Windhoek earlier this week. Dr Lisho Mundia, the ministry’s acting deputy executive director and director of research, innovation and training, on behalf of Minister Itah Kandjii-Murangi said the report has created a roadmap for the development of a knowledge-based economy. Mundia said the information in the report will be used to leverage science, technology, and innovation for sustainable and inclusive growth. She pointed to the progress made with research and development since the first National…

30 Apr

MUN president digs in heels

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Ester Mbathera Ismael Kasuto, the president of the Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN), and his deputy Densley Somseb are refusing to vacate their respective positions in the union. On Monday, the two of them, along with two other leaders, Abraham Baisako and Delila Tsibes, issued a statement, in which they claim that they received information that the group that removed them, is trying to take over the union. They claim that the group wants to block them from carrying out a forensic audit of the union’s finances. They stated that the decision to release the financial report was one of…

30 Apr

Arrest in Windhoek ends hunt for Maasdorp murder suspect

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Niël Terblanché The countrywide manhunt for Wentzel Maasdorp ended in the central business district of Windhoek on Tuesday afternoon when members of the Namibian Police arrested him. According to Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, the head of the police’s public relations division, the suspect was apprehended in the area of the capital colloquially known as Triple J while he was trying to get a lift to Rehoboth. Earlier on Tuesday the Namibian Police in the Kavango East Region reported that the light metallic blue 3 Series BMW was found parked near a filling station in Rundu. Maasdorp was last seen on…

30 Apr

Namibia to champion press freedom at global conference in Chile

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Niël Terblanché Namibia's recognition as the African leader in press freedom has placed it at the forefront of the global dialogue on media independence and environmental journalism. The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, is set to lead a delegation to the 31st World Press Freedom Day global conference in Santiago, Chile from 2 -4 May. This was confirmed by MICT acting executive director Frans Nghitila on Tuesday in a media statement. “With a theme focused on the critical role of journalism in addressing the environmental crisis, the conference will explore how freedom of expression can contribute to…

30 Apr

CAPACITY INCREASED:

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The Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), has announced the reopening of the Bo-Plaatz Campsite which is situated along the Orange River. This was announced by NWR's spokesperson, Nelson Ashipala on Tuesday. He said that the campsite will officially re-open for visitors on 30 April, following its temporary closure for much-needed renovation work. "The closure of the campsite was necessary to address increased concerns and to expand the capacity of the facility," said Ashipala. He said with assistance from its line ministry, the NWR successfully implemented additional security measures and constructed extra ablution blocks. Ashipala stated that the Bo-Plaatz campsite serves as…

30 Apr

Boxing world champion, Dingaan Thobela has died

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South African three-time world champion boxer Dingaan Thobela better known as ‘The Rose of Soweto’ has died at age 57. Thobela was found dead on Monday in his apartment by members of his family and police after numerous attempts to contact him failed. According to South African media outlets, Thobela was battling illness. At his peak, Thobela held the three world titles in two weight divisions: The WBO title from 1990-1992, the WBA title in 1993 and the WBC super-middleweight title, which he won in 2000. Veteran sports journalist, Carlos Kambaekwa said in a report that Thobela played an instrumental…