insert_link Local Omulunga Radio alongside Fly Namibia hosted a Thrilling series of Football Semifinals and Finals. The much-anticipated football event at Oshakati Independence Stadium concluded with an exhilarating display of talent and competition. The semifinals and finals delivered unforgettable moments as teams vied for glory in this one-day tournament. In the first semifinal, Okahao Masters faced off against Northern Coaches, where the latter emerged victorious with a score of 2-0, securing their spot in the final. The second semifinal saw Oshakati Social Club battle Northern Legends, […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link Local Civil Society Spells Out Budget Priorities: Launching of the 2023 Census Main Report & the Impartiality of Dissemination of Statistics by NSA Following the release of the 2023 Census Preliminary report on 13 March 2023, the NSA will be launching the 2023 Population and Housing Census Main Report tomorrow, Wednesday 30 October 2024. The Namibia Statistics Agency would like to inform the nation that this dissemination of tomorrow takes place in an impartial manner where all stakeholders will be receiving the information at the same time and thus the Namibia Statistics Agency […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link Local Civil Society Spells Out Budget Priorities 25 October 2024 Civil society organisations (CSOs) believe the national budget is a powerful tool that can be used more effectively to address systemic poverty, improve living conditions, and promote social equity in Namibia. The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) today released a new briefing paper, entitled Civil Society & The Budget: Perspectives on Priorities. The paper is being published ahead of the 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Review to be […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link Local NBL’s Windhoek Oktoberfest Promotes True Togetherness Windhoek, Namibia – Thousands of Oktoberfest revellers from all walks of life came together to experience the thrilling 64th edition of Namibia Breweries Windhoek Oktoberfest, held at the Sport Klub Windhoek from Friday, 25th to Saturday, 26th of October 2024. The diverse and colourfully dressed festival-goers not only enjoyed the delicious food and lively entertainment, but also the exclusive “Fest Beer,” brewed specifically for Oktoberfest. Through this iconic beer […] today28 October, 2024
insert_link Local NUST student receives food trailer after winning Nedbank Kapana Cook-off Competition October marked a proud moment for 20-year-old Mandume Hasheni, who took ownership of the grand prize of a fully furnished food trailer worth N$130 000 after winning the 2024 Nedbank Kapana Cook-off Competition, held 2 months ago. This Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) student, who impressed judges with his unique kapana cooking skills, stood beaming as he received the keys to the trailer in a […] today28 October, 2024
insert_link Local The 9th Africa Regional Platform adopts the Windhoek Declaration After three days of discussions, the 9th Africa Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction concluded with the adoption of the Windhoek Declaration on advancing the Programme of Action for the Implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 in Africa. This ambitious document sets the direction for the next three years, reinforcing Africa’s commitment to reducing disaster risks and building resilience across the continent. The Regional Platform […] today28 October, 2024
insert_link Local Civil Society Spells Out Budget Priorities 25 October 2024 Civil society organisations (CSOs) believe the national budget is a powerful tool that can be used more effectively to address systemic poverty, improve living conditions, and promote social equity in Namibia. The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) today released a new briefing paper, entitled Civil Society & The Budget: Perspectives on Priorities. The paper is being published ahead of the 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Review to be […] today28 October, 2024
insert_link Local Highlights from the Municipal Council of Windhoek ordinary council meeting held on Wednesday, 23 October 2024 Windhoek Council to sell outdated electricity substations for residential use The City of Windhoek plans to sell outdated electricity substations for residential usage in the city's oldest townships. At least 25 substations with a total land area of more than 2.3 hectares have been identified for this purpose. The identified substations are located on erven, each measuring 450 square meters or more, and will be transformed into residential […] today28 October, 2024
insert_link Local City of Windhoek Addresses Misleading Reports Regarding Hospital Land The City of Windhoek (CoW) has clarified misleading reports that claimed it is selling land designated for the Windhoek District Hospital. In an article titled "CoW Puts Windhoek District Hospital Land on Sale," published in the Windhoek Observer on 24 October 2024, inaccuracies may have caused confusion among the public. The article incorrectly suggests that the CoW is selling land allocated for the construction of a District Hospital to […] today25 October, 2024
