insert_link Namibia Gariseb Warns of Housing Ownership Issues in Katutura Shaun Gariseb, a social justice activist, has called on Katutura residents to verify ownership of older homes at the Deeds Office on Robert Mugabe Avenue. He cautioned that past lease agreements and housing allocation schemes have sometimes resulted in properties being registered in the wrong names, leaving original owners and their families uncertain about their rights. The activist raised concerns about the Shack Dwellers Federation, highlighting issues affecting residents under […] today15 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Swapo Leader Faces Backlash Over Election Comments, IPC Pushes Parliamentary Changes Swapo president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has sparked backlash by claiming that service delivery may be delayed if the party does not secure a majority in the regional and local authority elections. She warned that council development projects could be affected where Swapo is not dominant. Meanwhile, IPC MP John Louw emphasized the need for parliamentary reforms to streamline processes and hold the executive accountable. today15 September, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: IPC MP John Louw Calls for Parliamentary Reforms to Improve Service Delivery Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) Member of Parliament John Louw has urged structural reforms in Parliament to ensure smoother operations and better service delivery to citizens. Speaking in a recent interview, Louw highlighted the need for both short-term and long-term solutions to address inefficiencies that have slowed parliamentary processes since the September sitting. According to Louw, the current system is plagued by delays and congestion, with sessions frequently starting late […] today15 September, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Shaun Gariseb Calls for Action on Housing Ownership and Title Deeds in Katutura Social justice activist Shaun Gariseb has raised alarm over ongoing housing ownership issues in Katutura, urging residents to verify the status of their homes at the Deeds Office on Robert Mugabe Avenue. Gariseb particularly highlighted houses from the 1950s and 1960s that were originally allocated under lease agreements but later transferred through the municipality housing alienation scheme introduced in 1999. He explained that some houses were assigned to occupants who […] today15 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Ohangwena Governor pledges support towards Youth Expo By:Maria Namupala Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa emphasided the significance of youth empowerment in the country's development. She made the remarks during the official opening of the Ekango Rural Youth Expo at Omatangela Village. The expo, which ran from Monday to Saturday, brought together young people to showcase their skills and talents. Hamutumwa pledged N$ 10 000 towards next year's expo, with a portion of the funds dedicated to sports activities […] today14 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Boy electrocuted in Keetmanshoop By: Staff Reporter A 10-year-old boy from the Ileni location in Keetmanshoop is in critical condition after being electrocuted on Friday. According to a police crime report, the incident happened when the boy was holding onto an electric fence as a fire broke out in a nearby room containing an electrical box. The flames spread to an adjacent room and severely damaged the power cables supplying electricity from a nearby […] today14 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Police chase ends in gunfire at Dorado Park By: Josia Shigwedha A police chase in Windhoek’s Dorado Park on Saturday ended in an exchange of gunfire after suspects opened fire on officers along Moses Garoeb Street. According to the police, they had received information about a suspicious metallic blue Honda Fit parked along Hendrick Witbooi Drive. When officers approached, the vehicle sped off. During the high-speed pursuit, the car eventually came to a stop, and five men—including the […] today14 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics BoN’s DG Leoni Dunn Secures Seat on Alliance for Financial Inclusion Global Board Deputy Bank of Namibia Governor Leoni Dunn has been appointed to the Global Board of Directors of the Alliance for Financial Inclusion for the 2025–2027 term. BoN’s Naufiku Hamunime stated that the confirmation at the AFI Annual General Meeting oearlier this month marks a significant step in Namibia’s role in advancing global financial inclusion. today12 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Parliamentary Session Halted After Affirmative Repositioning Member Removed Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, adjourned yesterday’s session following a disruption caused by the removal of Affirmative Repositioning member Tuafeni Kalola. Josia Shiwgedha for NewsOnOne reports that Kalola was escorted out after refusing to return to his seat after addressing the session without the Speaker’s approval. today12 September, 2025
