insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission is set for the official opening of the training for Returning Officers From Technology to election matters: The Electoral Commission set for the official opening of the training for Returning Officers on election results transmission. The events is slated for today in Windhoek at the NIPAM offices: The commission's De Wet Siluka: The spokesperson also touched on early voting set for later this month: today6 November, 2024
insert_link Local Bank Windhoek’s Agri Series Focuses on Drought Impact on Namibia Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer for Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, emphasized that the agriculture sector has always been a cornerstone of Namibia’s economy and society, contributing around 6% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and creating significant employment opportunities. She made this statement on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, while announcing that the fifth Agricultural Series will take place on Wednesday, 13 November 2024, in Windhoek, live on […] today6 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Advocating for Land Rights: The /Khomanins Community Takes a Stand Windhoek, Namibia — November 4, 2024: In a powerful demonstration of solidarity and resilience, the /Khomanins Landless Association and the Namibia Ancestral Land Foundation have submitted a final petition to the Namibian government, calling for urgent action to address systemic land dispossession and the ongoing plight of landless communities in Namibia. This petition comes in the wake of a mass demonstration aimed at highlighting the injustices faced by indigenous peoples, […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link Local NAMWATER DONATES STATIONERY TO TEN SCHOOLS IN HARDAP REGION Anna Maasdorp Combined School, Duinevel, Hardap Region, 4th November 2024 – NamWater has reaffirmed its commitment to education and community development through a significant contribution to learners in the Hardap Region. Today, in a handover ceremony attended by key stakeholders, stationery supplies valued at N$ 381,660.00 were officially donated to 11 schools across the region. This initiative is part of NamWater’s comprehensive Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programme, which aims […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link Local Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) and Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) Announce Journalist Training at Hardap Dam Resort For Immediate Release Windhoek, November 5, 2024 – The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) and Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) hereby announce a collaborative journalism training program to be held at Hardap Dam Resort from November 7 to 9, 2024. This initiative, led by the NSA’s Census team, aims to proactively equip journalists with skills in understanding, accessing, and accurately reporting data, specifically focusing on census data. Over 14 journalists […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link World Modi hits out at Canada in deepening diplomatic row Indian prime minister Narendra Modi has hit out at Canada in an escalating row, accusing the country of making "cowardly attempts to intimidate" India's diplomats. Both countries last month expelled each other's top diplomats after Canada claimed that India was targeting Indian dissidents in the country. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. today5 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A Education activist calls for action on outbreaks of food-borne illnesses S.A Education activist Hendrick Makaneta says something drastic must be done to address outbreaks of food-borne illnesses that have impacted learners negatively. Suspected food poisoning cases have led to the deaths of children and numerous hospitalisations across Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern Cape. Makaneta says it is important that the government ensures that spaza shops maintain food safety standards: Meanwhile, Gauteng MEC for Finance and Economic Development, […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Letshego Namibia Welcomes Mbo Mena Luvindao as New Chief Commercial Letshego Namibia announced the appointment of Mbo Mena Luvindao as its Chief Commercial Officer, effective November 1. With 18 years of experience in financial services, including his recent role at NamPost Savings Bank, Luvindao is set to drive growth, profitability, and customer engagement. Dr. Ester Kali, CEO of Letshego, highlighted Luvindao's transformational leadership and innovative initiatives as crucial for delivering inclusive financial solutions. today5 November, 2024
insert_link World It’s Election Day in the United States It's Election Day in the United States…the final day on which Americans can vote in the race for the White House. Vice President Kamala Harris wrapped up her campaign in Pennsylvania, flanked by Bruce Springsteen and Lady Gaga. Donald Trump addressed supporters at his final rally in Grand Rapids, Michigan. From Washington, Simon Marks reports. today5 November, 2024
