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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Namibia

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INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Ndumba Kamwanya on Michael Amushelelo’s Move to LPM

  In a recent development shaking up Namibia's political landscape, activist Michael Amushelelo has announced his intention to join the Landless People's Movement (LPM), a move that has sparked both intrigue and speculation. Amushelelo's decision, made without the backing of his former party, has drawn attention to LPM, currently the third-largest political entity in Namibia behind SWAPO and PDM. To dissect the implications of this move, we turn to Professor […]

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INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Rakkel Andreas on Michael Amushelelo’s Move to LPM

Namibia's political landscape is abuzz with speculation following activist Michael Amushelelo's announcement of his intention to join the Landless People's Movement (LPM). To gain a deeper understanding of the implications of this move, we turn to political analyst Rakkel Andreas, known for her astute observations on Namibian politics. Andreas views Amushelelo's decision as a significant development, noting both his strong personality and the established dynamics within LPM. "Amushelelo is a […]

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Amendment to Electoral Act Allows Public Service Members to Run for National Assembly Without Resigning

The Urban and Rural Development minister, Erastus Uutoni, introduced an urgent amendment to Section 77 of the Electoral Act, allowing remunerated public service members to be nominated for National Assembly elections without resigning from their jobs. The Electoral Amendment Bill enables these members to use their leave days during the election period and return to their positions if they do not secure a seat. This change aims to uphold constitutional […]

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IPPR calls for action on Whistleblower Protection Act

On 11 July 2024, as the world observes 'African Anti-Corruption Day' under the theme “Effective Whistleblowers Protection Mechanism: A Critical Tool in the Fight Against Corruption,” the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has called on the government to urgently implement the 2017 Whistleblower Protection Act. Graham Hopwood, Executive Director of IPPR, stressed the need for establishing the Whistleblower Protection Office without delay.   Hopwood highlighted recent Afrobarometer findings indicating […]

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Health Ministry strengthens genomic surveillance

The Ministry of Health and Social Services, supported by the Robert Koch Institute, is hosting a two-day workshop titled 'Strengthening Integrated Genomic Surveillance through greater capacities in national public institutes. The workshop, according to the Health Ministry’s Executive Director, Ben Nangombe, will identify opportunities, needs, and challenges for the implementation of integrated genomic surveillance into the public health system in the country.

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ECN concerned over low voter turnout

The Electoral Commission of Namibia has registered 823,761 eligible Namibians since the General Registration of Voters began on 3 June 2024. The highest numbers were recorded in Khomas, Ohangwena, and Omusati regions. ECN spokesperson De Wet Siluka says there was a slight improvement in turnout in early July but expressed concern over the overall low turnout. Namibians will vote in the Presidential and National Assembly elections on 27 November 2024.

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Oshikoto Regional Council Urges Engagement of Councillors in Regional Activities

Samuel Shivute, Chairperson of the Oshikoto Regional Council, emphasized the importance of ministries and agencies involving regional councillors in local activities. Shivute's statement came during a meeting in Omuthiya, where he addressed issues arising from the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare's failure to identify beneficiaries for its income-generating activities programme in the region. The programme aims to empower individuals and communities through support initiatives.

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