insert_link Namibia Windhoek Council Implements 5% Increase in Municipal Tariffs Amid Activist Outcry The Municipal Council of Windhoek has officially announced a 5% increase in municipal tariffs, effective from October 1. This decision was confirmed in a media statement issued by the city on Tuesday afternoon, following approval on June 14. The new tariffs apply to essential municipal services, including water, rates and taxes, sewerage, and waste management. The announcement has sparked outrage among activists, including Shaun Gariseb from the Katutura Resident's Committee, […] todayOctober 23, 2024 36
insert_link 2 Namibia Unionists Critique Labour Minister Utoni Nujoma Following National Minimum Wage Announcement Unionists have expressed concerns about the competency of Labour Minister Utoni Nujoma following his announcement of a national minimum wage increase to N$18. Mahongora Kavihuha, Secretary General of the Trade Union Congress of Namibia, criticized the ministry as a place for underperforming ministers and called for a leader with experience in the industry and respect within labor circles. While the new wage applies to most workers, domestic and agricultural salaries […] todayOctober 23, 2024 23 2
insert_link Namibia Local Conference of Youth Namibia commences today The Local Conference of Youth Namibia commences today. This event seeks to align with our established objectives and develop a robust youth climate strategy and action plan. Throughout the conference, participants will engage in interactive sessions designed to gather valuable insights, including targets and indicators, that will help shape the outcomes of our collective efforts in addressing climate change. LCOY's Mariah Willem: todayOctober 23, 2024 48
insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia Issues Warning on Fraudulent Investment Schemes The Bank of Namibia has raised alarms about an increase in fraudulent investment schemes that falsely promise financial support for the nation’s development initiatives. These scams primarily target high-ranking government officials and traditional leaders, exploiting their reputations to gain credibility. The Bank has also observed that religious and traditional leaders are being approached to promote these deceptive schemes within their communities, further misleading the public. The regulator's Josefina Oskar: todayOctober 23, 2024 26
insert_link Namibia Venaani Criticizes Nandi-Ndaitwah for Silence on Corruption Allegations Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani has criticized Swapo presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for consistently remaining silent on allegations of corruption. He further accused the vice president and Swapo of routinely shielding corrupt practices. Venaani made these remarks during the PDM's petition handover yesterday, protesting the Electoral Commission of Namibia's decision to award the ballot paper printing tender for the upcoming election to Johannesburg-based company Ren-Form CC. todayOctober 23, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Swapo promises 250,000 jobs for youth With Namibia facing high unemployment levels and political parties ramping up their campaign efforts to sway voters, the Swapo Party’s presidential candidate, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has announced that the party has allocated over N$80 billion to create more than 250,000 jobs for unemployed youth in the country over the next five years. todayOctober 22, 2024 53
insert_link Namibia NamPol inaugurates new police station in Ohangwena Region The Inspector General of the Namibian Police (NamPol), Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has officially inaugurated the Onamukulo police station in the Ohangwena Region, highlighting the government's commitment to delivering effective law enforcement services to all Namibians. During the inauguration ceremony, Shikongo said that the establishment of this police station marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to bring police services closer to local communities. He said, "This reflects the […] todayOctober 22, 2024 33
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba inaugurates Daures green hydrogen agriculture facility President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba has officially inaugurated the Daures Green Hydrogen Agriculture Facility in the Erongo region. According to the Presidency, during the ceremony, President Mbumba expressed his gratitude to the Daures community for their support of this innovative project. He also encouraged all Namibians to take pride in the nation’s progress toward a sustainable future. The hydrogen project is expected to become Namibia's largest food producer, with a one-hectare […] todayOctober 22, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia PDM calls out tender award to controversial company The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has raised concerns over the awarding of the tender for printing and producing ballot papers to Ren-Form CC, a company they claim is embroiled in corruption allegations. The party's secretary-general, Manuel Ngaringombe, voiced objections, citing the company's history of alleged irregularities in previous contracts. Ngaringombe referred to reports from last year, accusing Ren-Form CC of inflating a tender for the Suburban government by nearly 400 […] todayOctober 22, 2024 28