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05 Apr

Katiti victorious in N$2.5 million lawsuit against NIP

info_e12wt4csNational NewsKatiti victorious in N$2.5 million lawsuit against NIP

Niël Terblanché The Namibian High Court has in Friday ordered the Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP) to pay its former chief executive officer (CEO), Augustinus Katiti, N$2,5 million with interest. Judge Hannelie Prinsloo presided over the case and also dismissed the counter claim by NIP. Furthermore, the NIP was held liable for the legal costs incurred by Katiti. The legal battle stems from Katiti's dismissal from his role as CEO in 2018 amid allegations of corruption and mismanagement. The dismissal led Katiti to pursue legal action against NIP, demanding a payout of N$3.8 million for a clause in his contract…

05 Apr

When cometh the hour, man for genocide and reparations?

info_e12wt4csOpinionsWhen cometh the hour

"Cometh the hour, cometh the man" is an old English proverb meaning when a situation demands it, the right person will appear or step forward to deal with it. It suggests that in times of need, the appropriate person will rise to the occasion to address the challenges at hand. Historically there’s no iota of doubt that the descendants of the Ovaherero, Ovambanderu, and Nama have their hour and man cometh. That is why today we have the proud history of the resistance movement against German Imperialism and Colonialism, which laid the strong and solid foundation for the latter day…

05 Apr

Just Saying

info_e12wt4csOpinions, Sports

Matts Haikali In the ever-evolving landscape of Namibian sports, a refreshing breeze of positivity is blowing, heralding a promising era of growth and professionalism. Am just saying that the recent interest shown by policymakers in the area of sports is not just commendable but deserves a resounding applause from all quarters. Am saying for years, voices advocating for the professionalization of sports have echoed across the nation. Now, it appears that these calls are finally being heeded, with signals emanating from the Ministry of Sports, Youth, and National Services indicating a concerted effort towards elevating sports to a professional pedestal.…

05 Apr

Oil and Gas puts Namibia on the brink of economic boom

info_e12wt4csEnergy, National NewsOil and Gas puts Namibia on the brink of economic boom

Terblanché Bank of Namibia Governor Johannes !Gawaxab has indicated that the recent oil and gas discoveries off the coast of Namibia hold the transformative potential to double the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and substantially increase its economic output. central bank’s governor predicted amid a period where exploration activities have already marked a positive influence on the economy, contributing an estimated growth of 0.4 percent annually between 2021 and 2023. !Gawaxab said that as exploration ventures intensify, these contributions are anticipated to soar, ushering in a new era of prosperity for Namibia. He emphasized the potential for currency appreciation as…

05 Apr

Nampol set to revolutionise its recruitment procedures

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Niël Terblanché In an ambitious move towards fostering diversity and inclusivity, the Namibian Police is set to overhaul its recruitment process. The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo said the initiative will be aimed at reflecting the nation's diverse demographic fabric within the law enforcement ranks and that it marks a significant step forward in the police force's commitment to equality and representation. General Shikongo, speaking at a promotion ceremony at the National Police Headquarters in Windhoek, stressed the essence of this transformative agenda. "Our goal is to ensure that the composition of the police force…

05 Apr

IPC refutes allegations of stealing members from other political parties

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Stefanus Nashama The Independent Patriots for Changes (IPC) has on Wednesday refuted allegations that it is stealing members from other political parties, especially those of the ruling party, Swapo, during their door-to-door recruitment campaign. According to the party’s spokesperson, Immanuel Nashinge, the campaign aims to educate the public on the importance of participating in the upcoming presidential and national elections scheduled for November this year. “IPC is a party that respects the law of the country. People have a democratic right to join the IPC, just like any other political party,” he reiterated. He added that each political party has…

04 Apr

Namibia’s Representative Attends CAF Stadium Workshop in Morocco

info_e12wt4csSportsNamibia’s Representative Attends CAF Stadium Workshop in Morocco

Mr. Titus Kunamuene, NFA Acting Secretary General and Director and Competitions, recently participated in the CAF Stadium Workshop held at the Mohammed VI Sports Complex in Rabat, Morocco. The workshop, organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), focused on the crucial investment in football infrastructure across the African continent. The opening remarks were delivered by Mr. Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) and a CAF Executive Committee Member. Lekjaa emphasized the significance of investing in top-notch infrastructure and maintaining football facilities to international standards. The workshop covered various essential aspects such as the regulatory framework…

04 Apr

Those calling for extraordinary congress are plotting against Swapo’s succession – Sankwasa

info_e12wt4csNational NewsThose calling for extraordinary congress are plotting against Swapo’s succession - Sankwasa

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Former parliamentarian and Swapo Party member, James Sankwasa, contends that those pushing for the party to organise an extraordinary congress are working against the party’s success in the imminent Presidential November elections. Sankwasa made this assertion on the ongoing debates revolving around the interpretation of the Swapo Party Constitution, particularly regarding the obligation to convene an extraordinary congress in the event of a leadership vacuum within 90 days. The position was left vacant following the death of President Hage Geingob on 4 February. “Those calling for an extraordinary congress do not want Swapo to come out as the…

04 Apr

Corrupt Swapo government allowed the presence of poaching cartels – Venaani

info_e12wt4csNational NewsCorrupt Swapo government allowed the presence of poaching cartels – Venaani

Stefanus Nashama Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader, McHenry Venaani claims that pervasive corruption and graft in the Swapo-led government have allowed the presence of cartel rings in Namibia that are killing and poaching wildlife in the country, especially rhinos. Venaani who leads the official opposition party, indicated that his party is disturbed by the number of reported poached rhinos in the country. He added that the situation does not seem to slow down as the number keeps increasing. He ascribed the situation to conflicted officials in government who are also involved in the poaching syndicates. The lawmaker is blaming the…

04 Apr

Trade and legal minds flag governance issues in fishing industry

info_e12wt4csMainTrade specialists and legal practitioners have flagged governance issues in the Namibian fishing industry.

Ester Mbathera Trade specialists and legal practitioners have flagged governance issues in the Namibian fishing industry. The issues rose to the surface following a lawyers’ proposals to Namibian right holders by their clients Erongo Sea Products (Pty) Ltd (ESP) and Erongo Marine Enterprises (Pty) Ltd (EME) for a win-win solution to resolve existing conflicts among stakeholders. Cronjé Incorporate, a local law firm representing ESP and EME raised questions about the representation and dominance of EME representatives on the ESP board and decision-making processes. “We note that the composition of the board is in line with the rights in terms of…