insert_link Namibia Windhoek Meteorological Office Issues Weather Warning The Windhoek Meteorological Office's , Odilo Kgobetsi says this Friday marks the beginning of a noticeable decrease in temperatures, which will continue into the weekend. The onset of next week will bring even colder air, particularly affecting the south-central and eastern parts of the country. Kgobetsi expands. todayMay 29, 2024 83
insert_link 1 Health / Medical Namibia commemorates Menstrual Hygiene Day Namibia has joined the rest of the world in commemorating Menstrual Hygiene Day. This year’s theme "Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld", aims to eliminate menstrual taboos. The date, May 28th, symbolises the average 28-day menstrual cycle and the average duration of menstruation, which is five days, thus reinforcing the importance of the cause it champions. Poor menstrual hygiene, however, poses serious health risks, like reproductive and urinary tract infections which can […] todayMay 28, 2024 134 1
insert_link Environment Namibia declares state of emergency due to drought President Nangolo Mbumba has declared a state of emergency regarding the current drought, effective 22 May 2024. Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform spokesperson, Jona Musheko says the declaration will allow the ministry to mobilise resources, and ensure that the necessary assistance is given to affected communities. Namibia declared a state of emergency due to severe drought in 2013, 2016, 2019, and now 2024. Rhingo Mutambo, chief public relations officer […] todayMay 28, 2024 71
insert_link Namibia Angola and Namibia Join Forces to Repatriate Nationals from Youth Service Center The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security deputy minister stated that the governments of Angola and Namibia are working together to facilitate the repatriation of Angolan nationals currently at the National Youth Service Centre in Ondangwa, back to Angola.Maria Namupala- our northern correspondent- interviewed the official. todayMay 28, 2024 39
insert_link Namibia Windhoek High Court Issues Final Order Against Dismissed Namib Mills Employees The Windhoek High Court issued a final order preventing 26 dismissed Namib Mills employees and activist Michael Amushelelo from harassing the company or approaching within 70 meters of any of its premises nationwide. This comes after they blocked a Namib Mills depot entrance, risking daily losses of N$ 3.7 million. The court initially granted an interim order in April, barring their unauthorized entry. Now, they are prohibited from any unlawful […] todayMay 28, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia IUM launches million-dollar project to fund needy students https://youtu.be/ufGlM6pcThE By Finna Kahili, via News on One The International University of Management (IUM) has launched the Go FundMe project, initiated by the Student Representative Council (SRC) to help students with financial difficulties. The project, themed "Empowering Futures: Bridging the Education Gap," aims to raise N$1 million to support not only IUM students who are facing financial challenges, but also those who wish to study at […] todayMay 28, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia Electricity Control Board Collaborates with Northern Electricity Distributor for Public Presentations on Tariff Application Process The Electricity Control Board has teamed up with Northern Electricity Distributor to hold public presentations on the electricity tariff application process for the 2024/25 financial year. The aim is to enhance customer understanding of how electricity tariffs are determined and established. From the north, Maria Namupala compiled this report of ECB spokeperson, Ferdinand Molale. todayMay 28, 2024 52
insert_link Namibia Eighth National Information and Communication Technology Summit Scheduled for September The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology announced the eighth National ICT Summit will be held from September 9-11, 2024. The summit will provide a platform for the ICT industry to discuss global and local trends and challenges. The ministry's spokesperson, Shoki Kandjimi. todayMay 28, 2024 88
Namibia Windhoek Pensioners Urged to Register for Debt Relief Program by May 31 The City of Windhoek reminds all pensioners that the deadline for registering for the Pensioners Debt Relief Program is Friday, May 31, 2024. This program, which has been available since February, aims to assist pensioners. City spokesperson Lydia Amutenya provided this reminder. todayMay 28, 2024 33