insert_link Nam Elections 2024 ECN Opens Nominations for Guinas Constituency By-Election Until December 21st The Electoral Commision has announced that nominations for the Guinas Constituency by-election in Oshikoto Region are open until December 21 this year. Political parties and independent candidates must submit their nominations online or in person. ECN's De Wet Siluka expands: Meanwhile in other election-related news: The Landless People's Movement SG told One Africa TV News journalist Josia Shigweda that they have received approval to inspect the electoral materials this […] todayDecember 13, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Thousands Of Drivers Face Arrest Over Unpaid Traffic Fines As the festive season approaches, Namibian Police warn that approximately 148,000 drivers nationwide face arrest for outstanding traffic violations totaling N$170.8 million. Traffic Commissioner Petrus Swartz advises motorists to clear fines at local traffic units to avoid arrest at checkpoints. Regions with the highest warrants include Khomas, Otjozondjupa, Oshana, Omusati, and Erongo. todayDecember 13, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia OtjikaTjamuaha Shrine Restoration Nears Completion The restoration of the OtjikaTjamuaha Holy Shrine in Okahandja, a significant cultural site for the OvaHerero community, is nearing completion. Funded by a 130,000 EUR (about 2.6 million NAD) grant from the German Embassy through its Cultural Preservation Fund, the project began in February 2023 to address years of neglect. Key works include constructing a new perimeter fence, removing lightning-damaged palm trees, dismantling a dilapidated swimming pool, and cleaning the […] todayDecember 12, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Omusati Governor Endjala Warns Against Disability Grant Misuse Omusati Governor Erginus Endjala has urged caretakers to stop misusing disability grants meant for beneficiaries. He condemned reports of guardians exploiting the funds for personal gain and emphasized that the grants are designed to support vulnerable individuals. Endjala called for the public to report any abuse, warning that offenders will face action. todayDecember 12, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia HP-GSB Begins Accreditation Process with AABSchools The Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business has launched its accreditation journey with the Association of African Business Schools. A workshop was held with faculty and staff to discuss the process and its benefits, with Dr. Hylton J. Villet emphasizing the importance of meeting global standards. The accreditation will position HP-GSB among top African business schools, providing students with enhanced opportunities for growth. This milestone reflects the school’s commitment to […] todayDecember 12, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Minister Schlettwein along with officials from NamWater conclude site visits The Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, minister Carl Herman Schlettwein, along with officials from NamWater, conducted site visits to assess the status of various water systems. The Minister visited Rundu, the Kavango East Region, the Ohangwena Region, the Oshana Region, and the Omusati Region. Here is the Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform Calle Schlettwein. todayDecember 12, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Namibia Diverse Women’s Association and the NMT Media Foundation release “The Digital Closet” “The Digital Closet” was released by the Namibia Diverse Women’s Association and the NMT Media Foundation. This is a study exploring the profound effects of online hate speech on Namibia’s LGBT+ community. This comprehensive report is the first of its kind in Namibia, shedding light on the challenges faced by a community grappling with rising hostility in digital spaces. the Executive Director of the NMT Media Foundation and co-editor […] todayDecember 12, 2024 13
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 High Court receives urgent file by LPM against ECN The Landless People’s Movement has filed an urgent application in the High Court against the Electoral Commission, seeking access to electoral materials from the 2024 National Assembly Elections. The legal action aims to obtain detailed election data and ensure transparency in the electoral process. WIlliam Minnie from LPM: todayDecember 12, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Windhoek High Court judge rules on Shapwa Kanyama case A Windhoek High Court judge has ruled that remarks that a nurse made in a WhatsApp voice recording about pharmaceutical company owner Shapwa Kanyama and the cost of his wedding celebrations were defamatory. Judge Beatrix de Jager said in a judgement delivered on Monday that although nurse Mathilde Kadhikwa’s remarks touched on matters of public interest, Kadhikwa could not prove the facts on which her comments or opinion were based […] todayDecember 12, 2024 15