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05 Feb

Change makers support schools for the visually and hearing-impaired children

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Niël Terblanché In a display of community engagement and support, Change makers of the Capricorn Group dedicated their efforts to enhance the educational environment for learners at the School for the Visually and the School for the Hearing Impaired. More than 30 volunteers from Capricorn Group and its subsidiaries, Capricorn Asset Management and Bank Windhoek, came together to donate essential items, carry out renovations, and engage in playful activities with the learners. The day-long initiative saw the Changemakers undertaking a range of activities designed to improve the schools' facilities and provide the learners with a more conducive learning environment. Renovations…

05 Feb

CIF hails Geingob as an exemplary leader

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Martin Endjala The Construction Industry Federation’s (CIF) president, Nico Badenhorst has hailed former President Hage Geingob as an exemplary leader. He added that the late head of state steered Namibia through difficult economic times and was relentless in including everyone in the Namibian House and maintaining peace in the country. “His emphasis on democratic principles, for better or worse, must be respected. He built an exemplary foundation that demanded hard work and delivery. With continued focus and perseverance, we Namibians will stay strong and brave to utilize the economic opportunities that have been created under his leadership. On behalf of…

05 Feb

President Geingob’s death has silenced a dynamic leader – NAC

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Namibia Airport Company (NAC), said the death of President Geingob has silenced a dynamic leader and his absence will be deeply missed by all. The NAC Board, management and staff said this while paying tribute to the late President, who passed early on Sunday morning in a Windhoek hospital. “The Board, management and staff of the Namibia Airports Company are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our dear President, His Excellency Dr Hage Geingob, the third President of Namibia. His tragic departure has silenced a dynamic leader, and his absence from our daily lives will be…

05 Feb

Botswana’s President Masisi visits Namibia to extend condolences in person

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Niël Terblanché In an unprecedented gesture of solidarity and friendship, President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana became the first African leader to personally visit Namibia and convey his condolences following the passing of President Hage Geingob. Arriving in Windhoek early yesterday President Masisi's visit reiterated the deep and enduring relationship between Namibia and Botswana, and between Presidents Masisi and the late President Geingob themselves. The bond between the two leaders, characterized by mutual respect and shared visions for their countries and the African continent, has been a cornerstone of the strong diplomatic ties between Namibia and Botswana. Over the years, Presidents…

05 Feb

Mbumba sworn in as fourth president of Namibia

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Niël Terblanché In a brief yet solemn ceremony at State House, Dr Nangolo Mbumba was sworn in as the fourth President of Namibia in a peaceful and seamless transition of power. The ceremony, presided over by Chief Justice Peter Shivute, saw Mbumba committing to uphold, and defend the Namibian Constitution, and administer the laws of the land faithfully. During his acceptance speech, Mbumba pledged to serve diligently as President until the upcoming National and Presidential Elections at the end of November this year. “I humbly accept the noble task of serving as Namibia’s President. I am committed to serving the…

05 Feb

Geingob’s Swapo Party successor will be elected in 90 days

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Kaipaherue Kandjii The Swapo Party’s Central Committee (CC) is expected to set plans in motion to elect the late President Hage Geingob’s successor in 90 days as required by its rules and procedures. The party’s highest decision-making organ is mandated by Article 15 (9) of its constitution to convene an Extraordinary Electoral Congress to elect a new president. Newly sworn-in Vice-President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is currently also vice-president of the Swapo Party and is very likely to succeed Geingob. Geingob, Namibia’s third elected Head of State shockingly died in the wee hours of Sunday morning shortly after revealing a cancerous ailment,…

05 Feb

Africa and the world pay tribute to President Hage Geingob

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Niël Terblanché In an outpouring of grief and respect, leaders from around the world have paid homage to the late President Hage Geingob of Namibia, who passed away, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, freedom struggle, and a vision for Africa’s unity and prosperity. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, reflecting the sentiments of a continent in mourning, hailed President Geingob as an “outstanding leader, patriot, and friend of South Africa,” lauding his pivotal role in Namibia’s liberation and the solidarity extended to South Africa’s own struggle for freedom. Ramaphosa’s recent visit to Namibia, where both leaders pledged closer ties between…

05 Feb

Geingob’s leadership and vision transcended beyond political boundaries – Hei

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) Board Chairperson, Salomo Hei, said the late President Hage Geingob’s leadership was marked by a vision that transcended political boundaries because he always emphasised the importance of a collective effort to build a better future for all. Hei said that on behalf of the Board, Management and Staff of NSA, the institution extends its deepest condolences to the first family and the people of Namibia on the passing of President Geingob. In this time of profound loss and grief, NSA joins the nation in mourning a leader who tirelessly championed the principle that everybody…

05 Feb

Food crises in Namibia is worsening

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Niël Terblanché Namibia faces an escalating crisis in household food security, as detailed in the December 2023 Agricultural Inputs and Household Food Security Monitoring Report. The report highlights an alarming situation in crop-producing areas, where families increasingly depend on market purchases and the government’s Drought Relief Food Program for food access. The report reveals that for many households, the previous season’s harvest was exhausted between September and November 2023, forcing reliance on market purchases. The situation is particularly dire in southern, eastern, and central regions, where livestock farming is prevalent. These areas are still reeling from the effects of the…

05 Feb

Malaria epidemic alert registered in Namibia

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Niël Terblanché The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) of Namibia has officially declared a malaria epidemic across various districts, following alarming statistics that have emerged in recent weeks. The announcement comes in the wake of over 12 fatalities and the hospitalization of 133 individuals due to this mosquito-borne disease. Ben Nangombe, the Executive Director of MoHSS, expressed deep concern over the surge in malaria cases, which has been particularly pronounced in all malaria-endemic regions of the country. The epidemic has hit at least 15 districts, surpassing epidemic thresholds and experiencing outbreaks. These include Eenhana, Okongo, Engela, Onandjokue, Omuthiya,…