Government hosts nationwide consultations on disability rights

Government hosts nationwide consultations on disability rights

The Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare, is conducting consultative meetings with impaired people countrywide to create awareness of the rights of people with disabilities as well as support programmes aimed to assist them.

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Business / Economics

Namibia-China economic partnership, and performative relationship strengthens

Namibia and China have maintained a positive relationship over the years, the two sides have developed a strong economic and political partnership, with China emerging as Namibia's largest source of foreign investment and second-largest trading partner. We asked International relations expert from South Africa, Brooks Spector for opinion on the matter.

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Namibia

Public Service Comission joins SADC peer meeting

The Public Service Commission of Namibia attended the SADC Public Service Commission meeting in Cape Town for the creation of the SADC Public Service Commission Forum, and benchmarking. The consultative foundation forum objectives were to forge cooperation among SADC member structures and ultimately the establishment of the SADC Public Service Commission. Salmaan Jacobs the Chairperson of the PSC.

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Namibia

Charges Against City of Windhoek Cleaners and Activist Michael Amushelelo Dropped in Public Violence Case

Three contract cleaners from the City of Windhoek, along with social activist Michael Amushelelo, faced charges of inciting public violence after participating in a strike for better working conditions. However, the court ordered the matter to be struck off the roll and refunded bail money to the suspects. The strike involved over 100 street cleaners demanding improved conditions and permanent contracts. Despite a trial scheduled for Wednesday, a decision from […]

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Namibia

A 14-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by her two uncles in the Omusati Region

The Namibian Police Force Omusati Regional Commander, Commissioner Ismael Basson on Wednesday said an alleged rape incident of a 14 year-old girl occurred between 06 and 08 May at Etunda village in the Ruacana Constituency. According to Basson, it is alleged that two suspects, who are both uncles to the victim, entered her room while she was asleep during the night. He added that one suspect allegedly held the victim’s […]

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Namibia

Capricorn Schools Netball League renewed for 2024

Capricorn Group has once again confirmed its commitment to schools' netball in Namibia by announcing its continued sponsorship of the annual Capricorn Schools Netball League. The League will officially commence on Friday, 17 May 2024, with the start of the first League matches in Windhoek, and conclude with the national play-offs by 24 August 2024. Capricorn Group has been sponsoring the Schools Netball League since 2017 when it […]

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Namibia

Kunene Governor Advocates for Inclusive Employment in Green Hydrogen Sector

Kunene Governor Marius Sheya emphasizes the necessity of extending employment opportunities in the green hydrogen sector to all Namibians, including school dropouts, during a visit to Erongo Governor Neville Andre Itope's office. Sheya underscores the skills gap in Kunene and proposes the establishment of training centers to provide opportunities for upskilling. He emphasizes that not all roles in green hydrogen projects require advanced degrees and calls for coordinated investment […]

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Namibia

TransNamib Unveils TransEvaRail Pricing Strategy Project Supported by GIZ Study

TransNamib launched the TransEvaRail Pricing Strategy Project, backed by a study funded by GIZ. This initiative aims to boost revenue, enhance competitiveness, and ensure stability. Over three months, it will analyze data and engage internal and external experts for informed decision-making. TransNamib spokesperson, Abigail Raubenheimer.

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Interview Transcripts

Herbert Jauch, a Social Justice Activist, Talks Minerals and Poverty in Namibia

Herbert Jauch, a Social Justice Activist, on Minerals and Poverty in Namibia Namibia, a nation blessed with abundant mineral resources, has long been a significant exporter of valuable commodities such as uranium, diamonds, zinc, copper, and lead. Additionally, its marine fish products contribute substantially to the global seafood market. In recent years, the extraction of rare earth minerals has further expanded Namibia's role in the global resource landscape. Despite this […]

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