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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Namibia

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Namibia

SADC Electoral Observation Mission for Namibia’s 2024 Elections

    12 November 2024, Gaborone, Botswana: In line with the revised SADC Principles and Guidelines Governing Democratic Elections (2021), the Southern African Development Community (SADC) will observe Namibia’s upcoming Presidential and National Assembly Elections on November 27, 2024. The SADC Electoral Observation Mission (SEOM) will oversee the pre-election phase, polling day, and post-election processes to ensure they align with democratic principles such as transparency, fairness, and credibility. The SEOM […]

todayNovember 13, 2024 4

Namibia

Barug Street Renamed to Honour Dr. Fleming Aspara

In Katutura’s Luxury Hill neighborhood, Barug Street has officially been renamed in memory of the late Dr. Fleming Aspara, a respected doctor who lived and practiced on that street. Known for bringing quality healthcare to Katutura’s Black community, Dr. Aspara’s legacy was celebrated by residents, with over 90% of the Barug Street community supporting the name change. This renaming not only honours his contribution to local healthcare but also preserves […]

todayNovember 13, 2024 7

Health / Medical

INTERVIEW: The Nutrition Alliance of Namibia Director, Ben Shernick, Speaks on Addressing Malnutrition and Food Security

  As Namibia faces its election season followed by the festive period, the country must confront a pressing issue: malnutrition. From December to March, the peak season for malnutrition, it’s a time of heightened awareness and urgency, particularly in regions most affected by food insecurity. Ben Shernick, the Director of the Nutrition Alliance of Namibia, sheds light on the current state of malnutrition in the country, emphasizing the need for […]

todayNovember 13, 2024 7

Namibia

Special voting day commences at Van Rijn Primary School in Windhoek

Today marked a bustling start to Namibia's special voting day at Van Rijn Primary School in Windhoek. According to our correspondent Envaalde Matheus, the voting center was particularly packed with voters from the police, army, and special forces, including high-profile figures like Inspector General Joseph Shikongo. Shikongo emphasized that law enforcement is committed to ensuring a peacef0ul and intimidation-free environment to support a credible and fair voting process.  

todayNovember 13, 2024 5

Namibia

Windhoek Council Receives Top Rating for Employment Equity Compliance

The Municipal Council of Windhoek has earned an A-Grade rating for employment equity, scoring 95.56% in its 2023/2024 review by the Employment Equity Commission. The high rating recognizes the Council’s strides in implementing affirmative action and fostering workplace inclusivity. However, the Commission's report emphasized the need to improve employment for persons with disabilities. In response, the Council's Department of Human Capital and Corporate Services is now developing targeted initiatives to […]

todayNovember 13, 2024 5

Business / Economics

NAMCOR Expands Oil Exploration in Orange Basin

  The National Petroleum Corporation has announced plans to drill four new exploration and appraisal wells in the Orange Basin, between later this year and early 2025. Working with joint venture partners, NAMCOR aims to build on recent successful oil discoveries and data from advanced seismic surveys. The corporation's Paulo Coelho:  

todayNovember 13, 2024 15

Business / Economics

Trustco Group Aims to Become First Namibian Company Listed on Nasdaq

  Trustco Group Holdings Limited has officially applied to list its ordinary shares on the Nasdaq Stock Market. The application, submitted on 11 November, is part of the company’s plans to directly list its shares on Nasdaq, alongside its existing listings on the Namibian Stock Exchange and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. If successful, Trustco will make history as the first Namibian company to be listed on Nasdaq. Trustco's Neville Basson: […]

todayNovember 13, 2024 12

Namibia

Civil Aviation Authority Restricts Airspace for Elections

  The Civil Aviation Authority has announced restricted airspace within the Windhoek Flight Information Region to ensure safety during the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections. Effective from today and from November 26th to 28th, all gliding and drone operations, including remotely piloted aircraft systems, will be restricted for private, commercial, and recreational use. The NCAA urges all aviation operators to observe these restrictions to support security measures during this […]

todayNovember 13, 2024 9

Namibia

Media Professionals’ Union Applauds Transparency And Criticizes Political Interference in Press Freedom

The Media Professionals’ Union has praised the Information and Communication Technology ministry for confirming the dismissal of New Era’s managing editor, Johnathan Beukes, highlighting it as a rare act of transparency. However, the union emphasized the deeper concern that Beukes' firing was linked to his commitment to true journalism, pointing to ongoing political interference that threatens press freedom in the country. Acting Secretary General, Jemima Beukes  

todayNovember 13, 2024 8

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