NamibiaEkandjo calls freezing of Swapo vice president post unconstitutional https://youtu.be/DpG3MjJMS_4 By: Josia Shigwedha Swapo stalwart Jerry Ekandjo has criticised the Swapo central committee's decision to freeze the party's vice president position until 2027 as unconstitutional. The Swapo Party central committee endorsed vice-president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the sole presidential candidate in the forthcoming extraordinary congress on Thursday. Ekandjo, who has been a Swapo member for 50 years and Central Committee member for over 20 years, emphasised the […] today5 March, 2025
insert_link EnvironmentParliamentarian Elma Dienda Calls for Stronger Ombudsman Bill Parliamentarian Elma Dienda has called for key reforms to the Ombudsman Bill to enhance accountability and justice. She emphasized the need for greater independence in the appointment process to prevent political influence. Dienda also urged for expanded oversight powers, particularly in cases of police misconduct and corruption. She highlighted the importance of increasing resources to improve investigations and public outreach. Additionally, she advocated for better representation of marginalized groups within […] today5 March, 2025
insert_link NamibiaEkoka Combined School Learners Receive Essential Donations From Omulunga Radio Learners at Ekoka Combined School in the Ohangwena region are celebrating after receiving school uniforms, sports gear, and sanitary pads worth N$16,000. The donation was made by Omulunga Radio and PEP Stores. This report is compiled by One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Eric Mhunduru Last night's bulletin is now on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7 you are free to watch it on GoTv 84, DSTv 284, or stream it live on […] today5 March, 2025
insert_link Health / MedicalUN Launches $11.2M Appeal for Uganda’s Ebola Response The United Nations has issued an emergency appeal to raise $11.2 million to support Uganda’s efforts in combating an Ebola outbreak that has claimed two lives says Reuters. Uganda declared the outbreak in January after a male nurse died at the country’s only national referral hospital in Kampala. The response has been further strained by U.S. foreign aid cuts, impacting the country’s health budget. today5 March, 2025
insert_link Health / MedicalC.A.N Is Raising Awareness On Colorectal Cancer March is recognized as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about colorectal cancer. Although comprehensive data for this kind of cancer locally is limited, the Cancer Association can confirm that it is currently the sixth most diagnosed cancer in our country. Chief Executive of C.A.N, Rolf Hansen. today5 March, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsPrivate Sector Credit Hits 2-Year High Amid Business Confidence Local Private Sector Credit Extension surged to 4.1% in January this year, its fastest pace since early 2023. The growth is driven by stronger corporate lending, signaling renewed confidence, while household credit demand remains subdued. Almandro Jansen is an economist at Simonis Storm: today5 March, 2025
insert_link NamibiaCorrectional Services Dismisses Overcrowding Concerns Concerns over overcrowding in correctional facilities were raised last year, highlighting challenges such as poor living conditions, resource strain, and rehabilitation difficulties. However, Correctional Service Commissioner General Raphael Hamunyela insists that overcrowding is not an issue. today5 March, 2025
insert_link Health / MedicalMinister encourages patients to report mistreatment at public health facilities Our correspondent from One Africa TV NewsOnOne, Selma Taapopi, reports that the Health Ministry has introduced a Customer Service Charter aimed at enhancing service quality in healthcare facilities. During the launch, Minister Dr. Kalumbi Shangula encouraged patients to report mistreatment or poor conduct by staff to the customer care office or facility head. Last night's bulletin is live now right now on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7 you are free […] today5 March, 2025
insert_link NamibiaErongo region strengthens GBV response Erongo Governor Neville Andre Itope launched the Erongo Regional Gender Permanent Task Force last year as part of national efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV). The initiative coordinates responses to domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse, which remain among the most prevalent crimes in the region. Speaking on the progress of the Task Force, Itope reiterated that GBV continues to be a pressing issue in Erongo. He […] today4 March, 2025
