community engagement

INTERVIEW: Lüderitz Mayor Balhao Breaks Silence on Crayfish Festival Dispute

May 2, 2025 | Lüderitz, Namibia Lüderitz Mayor Phillipus Balhao has spoken out about the ongoing controversy surrounding the Crayfish Festival, calling for understanding and transparency as the town council continues its due diligence before making final decisions regarding the event. In a recent statement, Mayor Balhao emphasized that the Lüderitz Town Council has no ill intentions but is simply fulfilling its responsibility to ensure accountability and good governance. "It's […]

2 May, 2025 48

South Africa

In S.A, ANC announces reconfigured leadership for Gauteng

In S.A, the ANC has announced a reconfigured leadership for Gauteng. The move is aimed at strengthening party structures and preparing for next year’s local government elections. The new provincial task team includes provincial convenor Amos Masondo, co-convenor Panyaza Lesufi, Ntombi Mekgwe, Hope Papo, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko and Tasneem Motara. ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula told the media the new team has been tasked with tackling corruption, economic transformation, and community engagement: […]

27 February, 2025 41

South Africa

South Africa’s National Men’s Forum Highlights Gender-Based Violence

South Africa's National Men’s Forum says the country remains a violent nation as a result of gender-based violence. Speaking to eNCA, the organisation's Tebogo Lerole says engaging men is key to reducing gender-based violence and femicide. Lerole recognised the community's collective role in fostering the eradicating of GBV and called on men to take accountability:

20 December, 2024 35

Business / Economics

NBL Promotes Zero-Tolerance for Drinking and Driving During the Festive Season

Namibia Breweries Limited is reinforcing its commitment to road safety this festive season with a zero-tolerance stance on drinking and driving. Partnering with road safety stakeholders, NBL aims to promote responsible consumption through its Festive Season Road Safety Campaign. The company has contributed N$200,000 to support law enforcement and awareness efforts, including donations of reflector jackets for officers and a road safety radio show. NBL also encourages the use of […]

22 November, 2024 40

Namibia

30 New Peace Corps Volunteers Sworn In

30 new Peace Corps Trainees were sworn in at the town of Okahandja, starting their two-year commitment as Health and Economic Empowerment Volunteers. Since 1990, a total of 1,886 volunteers have worked on community projects across Namibia. With the addition of this group, 60 volunteers are now serving in regions from Lüderitz to Katima Mulilo. Peace Corp's Patrick Pollais:

15 November, 2024 131

Namibia

Fransfontein holds meeting pertaining to water and its Lime content

The community in Fransfontein held a meeting pertaining to water and its Lime content. The Torra Conservancy's Reginald Roman spoke with us with an update:

6 November, 2024 102

Local

The Bank Windhoek Socratic Forum Extends Public Invitation

The Bank Windhoek Socratic (Philosophy) Forum was established in April 2013 and has since not only addressed a wide variety of topics but also hosted numerous national and international speakers. Bank Windhoek supports the Forum to stimulate critical thinking in Namibia and has, since its foundation, aimed at achieving this goal by making its supporters aware of the importance of bracketing their own opinions in interactions with others. With […]

4 November, 2024 17

Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Usakos Mayor Irene Simeon-Kurtz Addresses Allegations of Mismanagement

In response to recent allegations regarding the Usakos Town Council, Mayor Irene Simeon-Kurtz spoke out to clarify misconceptions and defend the council's actions. During an interview, she expressed her disappointment with the Namibian newspaper, claiming that its reporting has been misleading and unfair. Simeon-Kurtz emphasized that the town is indeed developing and that the council has maintained transparency in its operations. The mayor outlined several ongoing initiatives aimed at […]

4 November, 2024 90 2

Local

The Embassy of Portugal is organizing the opening of a photography exhibition entitled “These Stones Will Speak”

The Embassy of Portugal is organizing the opening of a photography exhibition entitled "These Stones Will Speak", on the 5th of November, at 17h, at the Omashare Hotel, in Rundu – free admission and free of charge. After the success of this photography exhibition in Windhoek, it is now an honour to itinerate it to the Kavango Region, Rundu. This exhibition follows the workshop that took place in November 2023, during which […]

31 October, 2024 24