Uncategorized

PDM calls out tender award to controversial company

The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has raised concerns over the awarding of the tender for printing and producing ballot papers to Ren-Form CC, a company they claim is embroiled in corruption allegations. The party's secretary-general, Manuel Ngaringombe, voiced objections, citing the company's history of alleged irregularities in previous contracts. Ngaringombe referred to reports from last year, accusing Ren-Form CC of inflating a tender for the Suburban government by nearly 400 […]

22 October, 2024

Uncategorized

National Assembly speaker visits Cuba to cement ties

Speaker of the National Assembly, Professor Peter Katjavivi is on a week-long official visit to Cuba with the Cuba-Namibia Parliamentary Friendship Group. The visit intends to strengthen legislative cooperation and includes meetings with President Lazo Hernández and other key Cuban parliamentary leaders. Here is the Senior Public Relations Officer of the National Assembly, Sacky Kadhikwa.

21 October, 2024

Uncategorized

WHO confirms first case of cholera in Lebanon

The United Nations says it has detected the first case of cholera in Northern Lebanon, sparking fears of an outbreak amongst those displaced by the war. Since the start of intense fighting in Lebanon, many have fled to the northern parts of the country. According to official UN data some 1.2 million people have so far been uprooted. Jody Jacobs has more.

18 October, 2024

Uncategorized

IPC’s Itula talks 2024 Election expectations

As Namibia approaches its seventh general election since independence, scheduled for 27 November 2024, political parties are gearing up for a highly anticipated race. Among them is the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) party, led by Panduleni Itula, who spoke on the potential voter turnout and his expectations for increased support. In a recent interview with Future Media News, Itula shared his concerns about discrepancies in past vote counts, referring […]

17 October, 2024

Uncategorized

Imms Nashinge Discusses IPC Activities and Community Engagement

Imms Nashinge provided an update on the ongoing activities of the Independent Patriots for Change party as they prepare for the upcoming elections. Since launching their campaign on March 21, 2022, the IPC has maintained a robust presence across various regions in Namibia, including Ohangwena, Zambezi, and Kavango. Nashinge highlighted the establishment of new branches and the recruitment of approximately 330 new members in Ohangwena and 320 in Khomas. […]

7 October, 2024

Uncategorized

Amupanda leads AR in bid for Presidential election

The Affirmative Repositioning has officially put forward its leader, Job Amupanda, as its presidential candidate for the November general election. This submission was made to the Electoral Commission of Namibia this morning. To be registered as a presidential candidate, one must be part of a registered political party (unless running as an independent), be a registered voter, and pay a fee of N$20,000. Amupanda, born 28 August 1987 in Omaalala, […]

3 October, 2024

Uncategorized

South African Airways Expands Flight Schedule Between Windhoek and Johannesburg

South African Airways will increase its flight frequency between Windhoek and Johannesburg by introducing a third daily flight starting October 27. Reports indicate the new flight will depart Johannesburg at 3pm and arrive in Windhoek at 5:45 in the afternoon, with the return flight leaving Windhoek at 08:30am and reaching Johannesburg at 11:55 in the morning. Air Connect Namibia emphasizes that this addition will provide more options for travelers, while […]

2 October, 2024

Uncategorized

Women make up 54% of electorate, ECN

The Electoral Commission of Namibia has released the final voters register for the 2024 national elections, revealing a total of about 1, 449, 000 (1,449,569) registered voters, with women comprising 54% and men 46% of the electorate. ECN spokesperson, De Wet Siluka has more. With 21,757 voters identified as having disabilities, we asked Siluka about the measures in place to accommodate these citizens.

1 October, 2024

Uncategorized

uMkhonto weSizwe condemns Israel’s ground invasion in Lebanon

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has condemned any form of Israeli ground invasion in Lebanon. More than 50 people were killed in yesterday's strikes, two days after Israel assassinated Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut. MK Party’s, Wesley Douglas, says Israel’s act of aggression is a dangerous escalation that risks plunging the world into widespread conflict.

30 September, 2024