insert_link Namibia Oshikoto Regional Council Calls for Action on Water Challenges Samuel Shivute, Chairperson of the Oshikoto Regional Council, has urged residents to address pressing issues, notably the scarcity of clean water, by proposing various solutions. Speaking at a regional consultative meeting held at Omuthiya by the National Planning Commission on the Sixth National Development Plan, Shivute highlighted the persistent water scarcity in rural areas underscoring the necessity for borehole installations and upgrades to water treatment facilities and pipelines to effectively […] today13 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Namibian Standards Institution Engages Stakeholders on National Standardisation Strategy The Namibian Standards Institution convened a consultative meeting in Gobabis on Tuesday to discuss the proposed National Standardisation Strategy with various stakeholders. The National Standardization Strategy serves as a vital guideline document that identifies priority sectors for standardisation needs. Through these consultations, NSI aims to gather crucial data that will contribute to the compilation of the National Standards Plan. Karukirue Tjijenda, the Omaheke Regional Development and Planning Director, presided over […] today13 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Association of Electricity Distribution Undertakings in Namibia Convenes 13th General Meeting The 13th General Meeting of the Association of Electricity Distribution Undertakings in Namibia commenced today, highlighting the theme, "Ensuring sustainability of the distribution industry by embracing innovation and technological changes in the industry." This theme underscores a proactive stance toward adapting to the evolving landscape of the electricity distribution sector. AEDU Namibia Chairman Petrus Nehale shared the following. today13 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia IPPR’s Graham Hopwood weighs in on Mines and Energy Minister’s Denial of Corruption Allegations Regarding Petroleum Licenses Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo dismissed allegations of corruptly awarding petroleum licenses in the oil and gas sector to a friend during a parliamentary session on Tuesday. The accusations surfaced following a question posed by Henny Seibeb, a Member of Parliament representing the Landless People's Movement, regarding corruption. Alweendo acknowledged similar accusations circulating on social media platforms. Graham Hopwood, Executive Director of the Institute for Public Policy Research, provides […] today13 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Corruption’s Impact on Namibia: Landless People’s Movement Advocates for Youth Voter Registration It's characterized by dishonest and fraudulent acts and has inflicted significant harm on Namibians, contributing to the country's poverty levels, housing crisis, and high youth unemployment. The Landless People's Movement's Duminga Ndala underscores the importance of youth voter registration as a means to address these pressing issues and advocate for change. today13 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Fishrot Trial Delayed Until April as Judge Dismisses Recusal Application The Fishrot fishing quotas fraud, corruption, and racketeering trial is set to be postponed until at least April, following Acting Judge Moses Chinhengo's rejection of an application for his recusal from the trial. Chinhengo dismissed the recusal application made by one of the accused, Nigel van Wyk, in a judgment delivered at the High Court in Windhoek Correctional Facility. The judge concluded that it was reasonable for Van Wyk to […] today13 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Namibia’s Air connectivity project targets economic growth The Namibia Airports Company has partnered with stakeholders including the City of Windhoek and the Namibia Tourism Board in efforts to improve the country's competitiveness. CEO of the Namibia Airports Company, Bisey Uirab held a briefing about the matter, which was covered by our sister station, Hit Radio. today12 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Conservation experts gather in Windhoek for SMART conference The inaugural global user conference for the Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool is underway in Windhoek, uniting conservation practitioners worldwide. Namibia began using SMART in 2016, starting with a pilot program in Etosha National Park. Due to its success, the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism expanded its use to include all of Namibia's KAZA parks in 2020. Minister of Environment and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta, is involved in the event. today12 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia NamPol investigates Engen service station armed robbery An armed robbery occurred at the Engen service station on Monte Christo Street, with unconfirmed reports indicating that around N$ 700,000 was stolen. Warrant Officer Silas Shipandeni, Nampol’s Head of Community Affairs for the Khomas region has more. today12 March, 2024
