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Home Affairs Ministry responds to visa issuance allegations

Economic activist Michael Amushelelo has raised concerns about officials in the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security issuing working visas to plumbers and cleaners from South Africa for employment at Mr Price in Namibia. Ministry spokesperson, Margaret Kalo has acknowledged the country's unemployment rate and affirmed the government’s commitment to prioritise job opportunities for Namibians.

12 February, 2024

Environment

Heavy rainstorm destroys homes in Oshikoto and Ohangwena region

Heavy rainstorms have destroyed homes in Oshikoto and Ohangwena regions. According to councillor Ferdinand Shifidi of Endola constituency on Sunday, heavy storms coupled with rain and wind affected about 200 houses in Onepandaulo village, in the Ohangwena region, where the roofs of most structures were ripped off. Separately, Iikokola village headman I-Ben Nashandi says the storm uprooted homes, schools, and trees, a situation which left the residents in the Oshikoto […]

12 February, 2024

Business / Economics

Government clarifies construction sector agreement delay

The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Creation has clarified the cause of the delay regarding the extension of the Collective Agreement in the Construction Sector, while at the same time distancing itself from the accusation levelled against it by the Metal and Allied Namibian Workers Union. Here is the Ministry’s Executive Director, Lydia Indombo.

12 February, 2024

Namibia

Schools honor late President Geingob with memorial service

Executive director of the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, has instructed all schools and institutions under the ministry to have a memorial service for the late President Hage Geingob on Monday. President Geingob's state funeral is scheduled for Sunday, February 25th.

12 February, 2024

Namibia

Concerns Raised in eThekwini Over General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill

Residents of eThekwini in KwaZulu-Natal express concerns during public hearings about the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill, asserting that it grants excessive power to the minister in the Presidency. The bill aims to establish the South African Intelligence Agency, focusing domestically on counter-intelligence and intelligence-gathering functions. Chairperson of Parliament’s ad hoc committee on the bill, Jerome Maake, notes that residents also highlight issues with vague definitions in the legislation, prompting […]

12 February, 2024

Namibia

Former Miss Universe Michelle McLean-Bailey Pledges to Uphold Late President Hage Geingob’s Legacy

Former Miss Universe Michelle McLean-Bailey has expressed her unwavering commitment to continuing the legacy of late President Hage Geingob. The global ambassador, who shared a close relationship with the late president since her victory in the Miss Namibia competition, described Geingob as a mentor and close friend who played a crucial role in shaping her personal and professional growth. McLean-Bailey acknowledged Geingob's guidance and support during critical moments in her […]

12 February, 2024

Namibia

NamPol Opens Murder Case Against Mentally Challenged Man for Fatal Assault on 104-Year-Old Mother

The Namibian Police Force in the Omusati region has initiated a murder case against a 36-year-old mentally challenged man who allegedly beat his 104-year-old mother to death with a stick. The tragic incident occurred on Friday in Enkombo village, Etayi constituency. Deputy Commissioner Moses Simaho, the region’s Crime Investigation Coordinator, confirmed the details. The victim, identified as Cecilia Vilho, has prompted the authorities to open a case of murder, coupled […]

12 February, 2024

Namibia

Khomas NamPol top Debmarine Premiership

Debmarine Namibia Premiership team Khomas NamPol took the lead in the Premiership table on Sunday after defeating log leaders African Stars with a 2-0 scoreline at the Independence Stadium in Windhoek. Nampol, who entered the country's top league at the onset of the 2023/24 Premier League season, became the first team to reach 40 points in the 17 league fixtures played thus far in the season. At the Independence […]

12 February, 2024

Namibia

Namibian Ambassador in the USA Holds Memorial Service to Honor Late President Hage Geingob’s Legacy

Namibia's Ambassador to the United States of America- Margaret Mensah-Williams, hosted a memorial service on Saturday to commemorate the legacy of the late President Hage Geingob, who passed away at the age of 82 in Windhoek last Sunday. During the ceremony in Washington DC, Mensah-Williams emphasized Geingob's significant impact not only on Namibia but on the entire African continent. She highlighted his dedication to education, even leaving his home country […]

12 February, 2024