insert_link Namibia Oshakati Town Council officially opened two taxi ranks On Thursday, the Oshakati Town Council officially opened two taxi ranks designed for the Oshakati-Ondangwa and Oshakati-Endola routes. These taxi ranks, built at a total cost of N$1.5 million, had N$520,000 allocated for the Oshakati-Endola taxi rank and over N.dollars 1 million allocated for the Oshakati-Ondangwa taxi rank. The construction phase was completed within a concise three-month period. Mayor Leonard Hango of Oshakati highlighted that the council had earmarked funds […] todayDecember 22, 2023 7
insert_link Namibia President Geingob qualified for around N$290 000 S&T for the 13 days in the United Arab Emirates President Hage Geingob has notably decreased his international trips from 74 days the previous year to 41 days this year. This reduction results in a decrease in his potential subsistence and travel allowances to approximately N$715,000. The largest portion of the president's S&T comes from his 11-day visit to New York and a 14-day stay in Dubai. Activist Rosa Namises. todayDecember 22, 2023 17
insert_link Namibia Bank of Namibia and the Mines ministry have solidified their dedication to propelling the national economic agenda The Bank of Namibia and the Mines and Energy ministry have solidified their dedication to propelling the national economic agenda within the burgeoning mining and energy industries. They have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding to this effect. Ratified by Johannes !Gawaxab, the Governor of the Bank of Namibia, and Thomas Alweendo, the Minister of Mines and Energy. Sandra Garises, the Principal Communications Team Leader at the Strategic Communications and […] todayDecember 22, 2023 9
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia continues to face a critical shortage of blood The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia continues to face a critical shortage of blood, with their reserves further dwindling. NAMBTS urgently appeals to all eligible donors to come forward and donate blood, especially with the approaching long weekend. The service requires more than 170 blood donations daily to adequately meet the demand for blood in hospitals. Titus Shivute from the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia stresses the importance of immediate […] todayDecember 22, 2023 19
Namibia Labour Commissioner’s Office has expressed concern over the low submission rate of annual returns The Labour Commissioner's Office has expressed concern over the low submission rate of annual returns by registered trade unions and employers' organizations. Among the 47 registered unions, only 12 have submitted their annual returns. Likewise, out of 17 employers’ organizations, merely three have provided their returns, as stated in the Thursday announcement from the Labour Commissioner's Office. According to the statement, some of the trade unions and employers' organizations that […] todayDecember 22, 2023 4
insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay allocates Farm 37 plots The Walvis Bay Municipality has distributed plots at Farm 37 on the town's outskirts. Mayor Trevino Forbes has encouraged the beneficiaries to start construction and relocation. Residents, long awaiting plots, faced delays due to bureaucratic processes and not enough funds for land servicing. The Walvis Bay Municipal Council faced division last year, with some councillors opposing the relocation to an area with limited services. Mayor Trevino Forbes. todayDecember 21, 2023 86
insert_link Namibia Afrobarometer survey reveals Africans believe that child abuse is rare An Afrobarometer report reveals that many Africans think child abuse is rare, and over half acknowledge available community services. However, less than half have confidence in their government's protection of vulnerable children. Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare Deputy Minister, Bernadette Jagger. todayDecember 21, 2023 63
insert_link Namibia NamWater races to build desalination plant NamWater is facing pressure due to declining coastal water reserves. CEO Abraham Nehemiah says efforts are being made to finalise a desalination plant for an uninterrupted water supply. todayDecember 21, 2023 81
insert_link Namibia Ongwediva completes billion dollar electrification project The Ongwediva Town Council has handed over a N$ 4,1 billion Electrification Project to the residents of the Sky Phase 3 informal settlement. The town’s spokesperson, Jackson Muma says the Project began in August 2023. todayDecember 21, 2023 37