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Commission present final delimitation and demarcation report to Mbumba

By: Envaalde Matheus The Boundaries Delimitation and Demarcation Commission has presented its final report to President Nangolo Mbumba. The report, which includes key recommendations for regional and constituency boundary adjustments, aims to promote fairness and national cohesion. The Commission was granted two extensions to complete the report, which began mid-last year. The Commission’s chairperson, retired Judge Petrus Unengu, said they decided against the creation of new regions. “Only seven regional […]

January 23, 2025 39

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Namibia and South Africa seize funds linked to illegal mining activities

Extracted coal The Financial Intelligence Centre and the Prosecutor-General's Office, in partnership with South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority’s Asset Forfeiture Unit and SA’s Financial Intelligence Centre, have seized around N$52.5 million from eight Namibian bank accounts. The funds, linked to Jacobus Hosea Jordaan and his wife Elza Jordaan, are allegedly tied to illegal coal mining in Mpumalanga’s Carolina area. The case, which was first reported by News24 highlights strong cross-border […]

January 21, 2025 41

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IPC’s case challenge to await Supreme Court ruling

By: Envaalde Matheus The Electoral Court has put IPC’s case on hold, challenging the National Assembly election results, pending the Supreme Court's ruling on the presidential election. The case centres on a proclamation issued by President Nangolo Mbumba, which extended the voting period for the 2024 elections beyond November 27. Political parties have welcomed the judge's decision to await the Supreme Court's guidance. PDM secretary-general Manuel Ngaringombe called the judges’ […]

January 20, 2025 21

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Nedbank supports launch of new innovative agricultural board game

By: Hertha Ekandjo Nedbank supports the recent launch of a new agriculturally themed board game, developed in Namibia. Designed to educate and entertain, the game titled Farmwise, fosters understanding of the challenges and rewards of farming while promoting collaboration between farmers, labourers and their families. According to Nedbank, the idea for the game was born out of frustration suffered by game developer Piet Gouws. “After he had found himself stranded […]

January 20, 2025 34

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B2Gold’s Wolfshag production to extend until 2027

By: Eric Mhunduru B2Gold Namibia said exploration results indicate the potential to extend underground production at Wolfshag in 2027. The country manager said this will supplement the processing operations into 2032 when economically viable stockpiles are forecast to be exhausted. Roos said capital expenditures in 2025 at the Otjikoto mine are expected to total US$39 million, a slight increase from the total estimated capital expenditures in 2024. "We are […]

January 20, 2025 116

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Legal experts explain security cost

By: Envaalde Matheus The amended Electoral Act requires anyone bringing a case to the court to pay security for costs. This financial guarantee covers legal fees if the case is unsuccessful. In the ongoing election results challenge, Swapo and President Nangolo Mbumba have asked Independent Patriots for Change(IPC) to pay N$450 000 as security for cost. Lawyer Henry Shimutwikeni explained that the security for costs is determined by the court, […]

January 20, 2025 46

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Civil servants to repay salaries for non-compliance with electoral law

By: Envaalde Matheus Civil servants elected to parliament but still holding onto their government jobs will now be required to repay the salaries they earned since December. Secretary to Cabinet, George Simaata, has instructed all executive directors and chief regional officers to enforce compliance with the Amendment Electoral Act of 2024. Simaata said all salaries earned by these individuals since December must be refunded. "The law is very clear that […]

January 20, 2025 8

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Bank of Namibia’s provisional licenses signal financial transformation

By: Hertha Ekandjo Simonis Storm’s Head of Investment, Max Rix, stated that the Bank of Namibia’s (BON) decision to grant provisional licenses to Fintech Technologies, United Paypoint, Mindex, Virtual Asset, and Landifa Bitcoin marks a pivotal moment for Namibia’s financial sector. “This move signals Namibia’s commitment to modernising its economy, embracing innovation, and aligning with global financial trends,” Rix said. However, he emphasised balancing opportunities with potential risks as this […]

January 17, 2025 17

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LPM Youth Command demands depoliticisation of NYC

By: Josia Shigwedha The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) Youth Command has called for depoliticising the National Youth Council (NYC). This demand follows a protest in Windhoek on Thursday, where young people voiced their rejection of the newly appointed interim board by Minister of Sport, Youth, and National Service Agnes Tjongarero. Speaking at the protest, Duminga Ndala stated that the NYC has failed to empower young people across Namibia. "The […]

January 16, 2025 5