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21 Dec

Futsal Namibia Team Faces Exciting Challenge in 2024 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers

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Windhoek, Namibia — the stage is set for Namibia's national futsal team as they gear up to participate in the 2024 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The draw, expected to take place in the last week of December 2023, will determine the opponents Namibia will face in their quest for a spot in the prestigious tournament. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has revealed that Namibia will be drawn against formidable opponents, namely Zambia, Mozambique, and Tanzania in the qualifiers. The 2024 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations marks the eighth edition of the quadrennial championship organized by CAF for…

21 Dec

EU pleased with Namibia for signing the Samoa Agreement

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Martin Endjala The European Union (EU) has expressed its satisfaction with Namibia’s decision to sign the New Partnership Agreement (NPA) between the EU and the Organisation of Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS), also known as the “Samoa Agreement,” which was signed on 18 December 2023 in Brussels, Belgium. The EU Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins, stated that the Samoa Agreement establishes a solid foundation and continuity for the longstanding partnership between the two parties. “We are delighted to see Namibia joining the extensive and diverse group of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States in a new partnership with the…

21 Dec

Guinas Investments denies that Shaningwa unlawfully withdrew N$2.5 m from its account

info_e12wt4csNational NewsGuinas Investments denies that Shaningwa unlawfully withdrew N$2.5 m from its account

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Guinas Investments (Pty) Ltd Board of Directors have denied allegations that Swapo Party Secretary-General, Sophia Shaningwa and Guinas Board Deputy Chairperson Josef Andreas unlawfully withdrew N$2.5 million from one of its bank accounts. A few weeks ago, Swapo Secretary for Economic Affairs Bernadette Jagger, summoned party member Pedro Mwenyo, to provide evidence on the allegations he made that Shaningwa had acted unprocedural when she withdrew N$ 2.5 million from the bank account of one of the party’s companies. Jagger said Mwenyo made the allegations through social media and cited Tuyenikelao Nicanor as the custodian of evidence that the…

21 Dec

Amushelelo defies legal threats amidst workers’ rights advocacy

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja Activist and member of the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF), Michael Amushelelo, is facing legal threats after attempting to shut down a shop in the Okuryangava area of Windhoek earlier this week. Amushelelo, undeterred despite receiving a cease-and-desist letter from the law firm Dr Weder, Kauta & Hoveka Inc., is accused of engaging in what the firm describes as “chaotic behaviour of intimidation, harassment, and unlawful instigation of protests and disruption” of their client’s business affairs. In the letter, the law firm urges Amushelelo to cease his actions, warning of potential legal consequences, including opening a case with…

21 Dec

Implementing climate change plans will be a multibillion-dollar commitment

info_e12wt4csNational NewsImplementing climate change plans will be a multibillion-dollar commitment

Niël Terblanché Pohamba Shifeta, the Minister of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, in a recent address to parliament, declared that Namibia’s efforts to combat climate change, in line with the Paris Agreement’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), will require a substantial investment of around N$112.3 billion. The allocated budget reflects Namibia’s steadfast commitment to environmental sustainability, with N$65.2 billion dedicated to mitigation measures and N$47.1 billion aimed at adaptation targets. The minister added that the majority of this funding, approximately 90 percent, is expected to be sourced from international multilateral and bilateral channels, reducing the financial burden on domestic resources. Last year…

21 Dec

NAMFISA Refunds Consumers with More than N$3.8 Million

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Martin Ednjala Between July and September 2023, the Namibia Financial Services Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) ensured that approximately N$3,848,008 million was refunded to complainants through its Complaints Resolution Strategy. This figure represents a significant increase compared to the previous quarter, from April to June 2023, when a total of N$672,347 was refunded to complainants. The highest amount recovered, totalling N$3,160,857, came from the Pension Fund industry, followed by N$392,340 from the Short-term insurance industry, N$250,749 from the long-term insurance industry, N$41,295 from the Microlending industry, and N$2,767 from the Medical Aid Funds industry. Kenneth Matomola, NAMFISA’s Chief Executive Officer, stated that…

21 Dec

Legislature adopts unique vehicle registration plates

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Stefanus Nashama In a move that will give tangible evidence of the separation of powers within the government, the Parliament of Namibia has announced a new initiative to identify the vehicles used by the country’s legislature distinctly. Starting January 2024, all official vehicles of the National Assembly and the National Council will be equipped with unique green registration plates. This initiative marks a departure from the current practice where legislative vehicles are indistinguishable from the broader fleet of Namibian Government vehicles. According to the announcement, the new registration plates will bear the abbreviations “LNA” for Legislature National Assembly and “LNC”…

21 Dec

PDM seeks clarity on Regional Electoral Officer’s appointment

info_e12wt4csNational NewsPDM seeks clarity on Regional Electoral Officer’s appointment

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has voiced its concerns and sought clarity from the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) regarding the recent appointments of Regional Electoral Officers (REOs). In a media statement, the PDM stressed the importance of transparency and scrutiny in the appointment process of such officials. While acknowledging the roles assigned to REOs in accordance with the Electoral Act No. 5 of 2014, PDM Secretary for Information Hidipo Hamata, emphasised the need for tangible and visible commitment to ethical conduct in every aspect of electoral administration. “The PDM is committed to ensuring that our democracy is…

21 Dec

CRAN dismisses myths about 5G related health risks

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Niël Terblanché To address public concerns over the health risks associated with fifth-generation (5G) wireless communication, the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has launched a comprehensive Consumer Awareness Campaign. This initiative aims to educate consumers on the benefits of 5G technology and dispel lingering misinformation about its potential health risks. The advent of 5G marks a crucial moment in the realm of connectivity, introducing a new era of unparalleled speed and efficiency. According to the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) Intelligence, South Africa is spearheading the 5G deployment in sub-Saharan Africa, with Namibia and other countries like…

21 Dec

Alweendo calls on the G7 to review its decision on a ‘single node’ of diamond sales

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Stefanus Nashama Tom Alweendo, the Minister of Mines and Energy, has called upon the G7 member states to reconsider their decision regarding measures to restrict the sale of Russian diamonds. He urged them to engage with all diamond-producing countries to discuss the specifics of the proposed measures and their potential impact on economies and people’s livelihoods. “We are deeply concerned about the potential consequences of these restrictive measures, as it is our understanding that all diamonds, whether rough, cut, or polished, entering the G7 and EU will be subject to verification through a ‘single node’ in Antwerp,” the Minister said.…