insert_link Namibia FNB House Price Index: Diverse Growth Trends Across Segments and Regions The FNB Namibia House Price Index for Quarter 4 of 2023 showed 1.5% 12-month average growth, down from the previous quarter. Segments varied, with declines in small and medium segments, while large and luxury segments surged. Ruusa Nandago, FNB Namibia Economist, provided insights. todayApril 10, 2024 53
insert_link Namibia SWAPO Members Advocate for Extraordinary Congress Despite Constitutional Clarification SWAPO backbencher Jerry Ekandjo and former works ministry permanent secretary Peter Mwatile recently met with SWAPO vice president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to advocate for the party to convene an extraordinary congress. This move comes despite the party's clarification, conveyed by its lawyer Sisa Namandje, that SWAPO's constitution does not explicitly mandate an extraordinary congress to be held three months after the death of a sitting president. todayApril 10, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia’s digital nomad visa takes lead over South Africa’s South Africa is following in Namibia's footsteps. This as the country is planning a policy reform with new visa regulations. SA is introducing the digital nomad visa for remote work if earnings exceed R1 million. Bloomberg News reports that a point-based system will replace the critical skills list, with criteria set for publication by the end of April. Also, requirements for police clearance certificates and other documents are being relaxed. […] todayApril 9, 2024 33
insert_link Namibia City of Windhoek offers extended debt relief registration The City of Windhoek has extended the registration period for pensioner debt relief to 31 May 2024. The relief will however be strictly conducted at the Katutura Customer Care Office on weekdays between 8 am and 4 pm. City spokesperson Cillie Kapolo has more. todayApril 9, 2024 48
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission allocates N$269 million for November elections The Electoral Commission of Namibia has set aside N$269 million for the upcoming November elections. The allocation according to the Brief, focuses on the General Registration of Voters and the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections, with N$3.5 million reserved for potential by-elections. The funds are also aimed at ensuring the participation of voters in the electoral process. Meanwhile, the ECN unveiled the official timetable for the 2024 elections last […] todayApril 9, 2024 30
insert_link Namibia Popular Democratic Movement Councillor Urges Voters to Support Party in Upcoming Elections Western Muharukua, a Popular Democratic Movement councillor for the Opuwo Rural Constituency, urged supporters to rectify past mistakes by voting for the PDM in November's national elections. Speaking at a new member welcoming ceremony in Etanga village, Muharukua emphasized the party's appeal and welcomed 10 new members from different political backgrounds over the weekend. todayApril 9, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Woman Allegedly Commits Suicide in Aussenkehr Residence In Aussenkehr, a 33-year-old woman named Mashe Kambungu purportedly took her own life by hanging herself from the ceiling of her shared residence with her boyfriend. According to Deputy Commissioner Nikodemus Mbango of the Namibian Police Force, the incident occurred on Monday morning, with Kambungu's boyfriend finding her lifeless body around 08h30am. The authorities have notified Kambungu's next of kin, and investigations into the matter are ongoing. todayApril 9, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Usakos Murder Case Postponed as Accused Remanded in Custody The murder trial of a 26-year-old man, accused of killing his ex-girlfriend over the weekend in Usakos, has been adjourned to May 7, 2024, for further investigations. Identified as Samuel #Goseb, the accused appeared in the Usakos Magistrate’s Court on Monday. According to police reports, he allegedly entered the victim's house while she was away with friends and waited for her. Upon her return, he purportedly attacked her, resulting in […] todayApril 9, 2024 20
Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Shaun Gariseb Advocates for Cow Debt Relief: A Call to Action Leonard Witbeen/Date: April 9, 2024 Shaun Gariseb, a prominent advocate for community welfare, has taken a bold step towards addressing the pressing issue of cow debt relief in Windhoek. In a recent statement, Gariseb announced plans to mobilize support for those excluded from existing relief efforts and reject what he views as inadequate offers from the city. The Katutura Central Committee representative emphasized the importance of inclusivity in relief efforts, […] todayApril 9, 2024 17