insert_link Namibia Ministry of Education launches nationwide consultation on future school calendar system The Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture is conducting consultations on the school calendar system for the 2025 academic year and beyond. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic out-break in 2020, the Ministry transitioned from a trimester calendar system to reduce the spread of the virus during the winter months when cases increased. todayJune 10, 2024 70
insert_link Namibia Zambezi Governor Urges Patience Awaiting Delimitation Commission’s Decision on New Constituencies Zambezi Governor, Lawrence Sampofu has called for calm as residents await the Fifth Boundaries Delimitation and Demarcation Commission's response to their proposals. Although the timeline for feedback is uncertain, a decision is expected this year. The region, currently with eight constituencies, may see the addition of three more, including a highly anticipated Bwabwata constituency. Proposals also include renaming and restructuring existing constituencies. The Commission is evaluating whether changes to current […] todayJune 10, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Ohangwena Governor Urges Voter Registration Ahead of November Election Ohangwena governor, Sebastian Ndeitunga urged eligible voters to register for their voter cards to enable them to vote in the upcoming November election.. From the northern parts of our country, Maria Namupala sent this report. todayJune 10, 2024 42
insert_link Namibia Main Hospital in Sudan’s Al-Fashir Attacked by Paramilitary Forces The main hospital in Sudan's al-Fashir city has been attacked by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and rendered inoperative, according to Doctors Without Borders, which supports the facility. Al-Fashir, located in the Darfur region of northwestern Sudan, is home to over 1.8 million residents and displaced people. This attack marks the latest escalation in the conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF, which began in April last year. todayJune 10, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Graham Hopwood Shares Key Insights on Namibia’s Open Budget Survey Report Graham Hopwood, Director of the Institute for Public Policy Research, provided illuminating insights during the Hilton release event for the Open Budget Survey Report on Namibia. todayJune 10, 2024 44
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Basic Income Grant Coalition’s Rinaani Musutua on Electricity Tariff Increases Windhoek, Namibia – The Basic Income Grant Coalition, represented by Rinaani Musutua, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed tariff increases by the City of Windhoek. These increases, which encompass essential services such as water and electricity, are currently under review by the Electricity Control Board (ECB). Economic Hardship and Mismanagement Rinaani Musutua highlighted the financial struggles faced by many Namibians, stating that this is not the appropriate time […] todayJune 10, 2024 18
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee’s Shaun Gariseb on Electricity Tariff Increase Request to The Electricity Control Board Katutura, Windhoek – The Katutura Residents Committee, led by Shaun Gariseb, has taken a firm stance against the proposed 10% electricity tariff increase by the City of Windhoek. This objection comes in accordance with the Electricity Act 4 of 2007, section 43 of the Electricity Regulations, as amended by Government Notice 158 of 2020, which came into force on July 22, 2020. Objections and Legal Framework Shaun Gariseb, representing […] todayJune 10, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia City Residents Actively Oppose Windhoek Electricity Tariff Hike Request to ECB Shaun Gariseb of the Katutura Residents Committee, is taking a stand against the proposed electricity tariff increase in Windhoek. In adherence to the Electricity Act and regulations, Gariseb recently lodged objections with the Electricity Control Board. He argues that the proposed 10% hike, put forward by the City of Windhoek, fails to consider the economic hardships facing residents. From the Civic organization BasicIncome Grant Coalition, Rinaani Musutua weighs in. […] todayJune 10, 2024 48
insert_link Namibia Minister Tjongarero Officiates Groundbreaking of Northern High Performance Sports Centre The Sport, Youth and National Service minister, Agnes Tjongarero, officiated the groundbreaking ceremony of the Northern Namibian High Performance Sports Centre at Ondangwa in the Oshana Region on Friday. Our Northern correspondent Maria Namupala attended the event. todayJune 10, 2024 54