insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Calls for Tangible Support from International Bodies During UNDP Visit President, Nangolo Mbumba has called on international organizations to shift their focus from merely providing advice to offering tangible resources that address real-world challenges. During a visit by UNDP resident representative, Alka Bhatia to State House, Mbumba emphasized the need for international bodies to collaborate in solving problems that people can directly benefit from. He criticized the tendency to offer only advisory support and soft loans, stressing the need for […] todayJuly 19, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Cabinet Secretary Urges Public Service Officers to Focus on Implementing Government Policies Cabinet Secretary, George Simataa has called on accounting officers and public service implementers to prioritize the implementation of government policies, plans, and projects. Addressing chief regional officers from all 14 regions during an engagement meeting hosted by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology in the Oshikoto Region, Simataa stressed that their role is to advise and assist in policy formulation rather than creating policies. He highlighted the importance of […] todayJuly 19, 2024 27
insert_link Namibia Windhoek’s Informal traders demand an end to Police brutality Informal economic traders in Windhoek are calling for an end to police brutality, claiming continued mistreatment by the City Police. Traders report being manhandled, arrested, having their goods confiscated, and facing hefty fines while trying to earn a living. Representing the traders, the Namibia Informal Sector Organisation Secretary General, Josef Kandenge says these actions by law enforcement are unjust and severely impact the livelihoods of traders. todayJuly 19, 2024 80
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Seeks UN Support for Child Malnutrition Amid El Niño Drought Emergency President, Nangolo Mbumba has urged for international aid to address severe child malnutrition in Namibia, particularly in drought-affected areas like Omaheke. With 45 child deaths and 132 malnutrition cases reported last year, Mbumba highlighted the urgent need for food assistance following the declaration of a state of emergency due to El Niño. UN Resident Coordinator, Hopolang Phororo acknowledged the difficulties in mobilizing resources given Namibia's upper middle-income status but affirmed […] todayJuly 19, 2024 25
insert_link Business / Economics Ursula von der Leyen Re-Elected as EU President: What This Means for Namibia Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected for another five-year term as the EU's top official following a secret ballot in the European Parliament. Local Business and Economics Researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama has shared his thoughts on her potential areas of focus during her new term. todayJuly 19, 2024 60
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Services Urgently Calls for Blood Donations Amid Critically Low Stocks The Blood Transfusion Services once again is urging eligible members of the public to urgently visit their centres the country over as blood stocks are at critically low levels. NamBTS' Zita Tobin. todayJuly 19, 2024 30
insert_link Business / Economics INTERVIEW:: Business and Economics Researcher Josef K. Sheehama on Ursula von der Leyen’s Re-election Business and economics researcher Josef K. Sheehama recently shared his insights on Ursula von der Leyen’s re-election as President of the European Commission. Sheehama believes that von der Leyen's continued leadership will be advantageous for both European and Namibian interests, particularly in the context of ongoing strategic partnerships and investments. Expanding European Defense Initiatives Sheehama highlighted that von der Leyen's re-election comes at a critical time when European defense strategies […] todayJuly 19, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Vice President Leads Groundbreaking Ceremony for N$70 Million Civic Affairs Office in Nkurenkuru The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security ministry held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a Civic Affairs regional office in Nkurenkuru, Kavango West. Led by Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the N$70 million project is set to begin construction by August 13, and complete in two years. Nandi-Ndaitwah highlighted the office's role in improving service efficiency, including birth and death registrations, identity cards, passports, and immigration matters, while […] todayJuly 19, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Home Affairs Mass Registration Effort Nears Completion with Over 90,000 Served The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security ministry is concluding its annual mass registration outreach this month, having assisted more than 90,000 individuals with essential national documents. The initiative, covering all 121 constituencies from February 5 to July 31, aims to provide birth certificates, identity documents, and duplicates, alongside processing citizenship applications. Deputy Minister, Lucia Witbooi emphasized collaboration with constituency councillors to ensure effective outreach coordination and community awareness of […] todayJuly 18, 2024 22