Fatal Accident Claims Life of 62-Year-Old Namibian Man in Olukonda Constituency

A tragic incident occurred at Omanoakambungu village in the Oshikoto region's Olukonda constituency, resulting in the immediate death of a 62-year-old Namibian man who lost control of the vehicle he was driving. Deputy Commissioner Titus Ekandjo, the Namibian Police Force Oshikoto Regional Crime Investigation Coordinator says the deceased, identified as Uukelo Tomas from Onakandi village in the Oshipala area, was driving a white Toyota double cab pick-up with a WIndhoek […]

April 15, 2024 21

Namibia

Fatal Road Accident Claims Life of 39-Year-Old Pedestrian in Namibia

A tragic incident occurred at Oshuushe village in the Oshana Region, resulting in the instantaneous death of a 39-year-old man who was reportedly struck by a vehicle while crossing the road. Chief Inspector Thomas Aiyambo of the Namibian Police Force Oshana Community Policing Sub-division provided details, stating that the incident occurred on the Ondangwa-Oshikango main road during the early hours of Sunday. According to Aiyambo, the driver of a silver […]

April 15, 2024 19

Namibia

Suspect Arrested in Fatal Oshakati Bar Stabbing Incident

A suspect involved in a fatal stabbing at a bar in Oshakati's Oneshila Evululuko location has been arrested following a manhunt by the Namibian Police Force in the Oshana region. The suspect, from Oshandumbala village, was apprehended with the help of his parents and is charged with murder and attempted murder. The incident occurred after the suspect engaged in a fight with the deceased, allegedly provoked by having wine thrown […]

April 15, 2024 9

Namibia

Namibians Await Promises Fulfilled: A Look at Political Performance Over 34 Years

Over the span of 34 years, many Namibians have faced disappointment as political leaders' promises, including improvements in healthcare, education, and housing, have largely remained unfulfilled. Professor Ndumba Kamwanya, a political analyst, provides insight into whether the government has acknowledged these shortcomings and extended apologies to the nation.

April 15, 2024 30

Business / Economics

Bank of Namibia Extends Timeline for Implementation of Electronic Fund Transfer Regulations

The Bank of Namibia has announced a postponement in the implementation of the new regulations governing electronic fund transfers within the national Payment System Determination. Sandra Garises, the bank's principal communication officer, disclosed that PSD-9, initially set to take effect by the end of April, will now be enforced on September 30, 2024. She explains what it entails.

April 15, 2024 76

Health / Medical

South Africa Recalls Johnson & Johnson Children’s Cough Syrup Over Concerns, Ben Nangombe weighs in with Namibia’s response

South Africa's health regulator has declared the recall of several batches of Johnson & Johnson's children's cough syrup due to the discovery of heightened levels of diethylene glycol. These affected batches were distributed across South Africa, Eswatini, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Nigeria. Ben Nangombe, the executive director at the Ministry of Health, provided insights into the local response during an interview with Future Media News.

April 15, 2024 49

Namibia

Tsintsabis Combined School Receives Stationery from Namib Desert Diamonds Foundation

The Namib Desert Diamonds Foundation has generously donated stationery supplies valued at N$150,000 to Tsintsabis Combined School in the Oshikoto region. Our Northern Correspondent, Maria Namupala, provides further details.

April 15, 2024 45

Namibia

Clash Between Swapo and PDM Leaders Over Age of Election Candidates

A verbal confrontation has erupted between Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa and Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani concerning the nomination of older candidates for the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections. During a political rally in Okalongo on Saturday, Venaani urged Namibians not to support "pensioners" in the November election. He seemed to be referring to Swapo candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah (71) and Independent Patriots for Change leader Panduleni Itula (66). […]

April 15, 2024 20

Namibia

AgriBank Mentor Advises Namibian Farmers on Drought Resilience and Business Approach

Arnold Gaseb, a mentor for the Kunene and Erongo regions with the Agricultural Bank of Namibia, emphasized the necessity for farmers to diversify their agricultural practices amidst Namibia's ongoing drought to ensure their survival. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement session held at Africa Safari Lodge in Mariental, Gaseb stressed the importance of treating farming as a business endeavor. He highlighted the significance of collaboration among stakeholders in the farming industry […]

April 12, 2024 18

Namibia