Community Support

Free Water Meters Launched in Grootfontein

Photo: Grootfontein Municipality Grootfontein municipality has begun providing free prepaid water meters to residents as a measure to reduce outstanding debts and increase town revenue. Municipal official Luke Salomo reports that more than 600 residents applied for the meters since the programme started.

8 December, 2025

Namibia

Mulongeni Urges Parties to Focus on Local Needs

Political analyst Ben Mulongeni told NewsOnOne's Willem Snyman that parties must offer realistic and actionable messages that address local issues ahead of the regional council and local authority elections. He noted that many voters skip local polls because parties often pick loyalists instead of candidates genuinely supported by the community, leaving citizens disengaged.

22 October, 2025

Interview Transcripts

Interview: Lifeline/Childline Empowers Teachers Through Counselling Training

Teachers from Tangeni Shilongo and surrounding schools are participating in a five-day Personal Growth and Basic Counselling Skills training hosted by Lifeline/Childline at the coast. Shamyn Scott, Counselling Centre Coordinator, says the sessions are designed to equip educators with essential skills to support learners’ emotional well-being. “This training is one in a million,” Scott explains. “It covers self-awareness, conflict resolution, and sensitive topics such as death and grieving. We believe […]

9 September, 2025

Namibia

Families of Mariental Crash Victims Receive Counselling Support

President Nandi-Ndaitwah says counsellors have been assigned to all families of those who lost loved ones in the Mariental accident. NewsOnOne’s Petrus Amutenya reports that she made the remarks during a memorial service on Wednesday in honour of the 14 uniformed members and two civilians who died in last Saturday’s tragic crash.

4 September, 2025

Namibia

Rehoboth Road Named After Late President Geingob

A new road named Dr Hage G. Geingob Drive was unveiled in Rehoboth on what would have been the late president’s 84th birthday. Yesterday, Former First Lady Monica Geingos, former President Nangolo Mbumba, and national leaders gathered to honour his legacy, with heartfelt tributes describing him as a man who “tried his best and died trying.” The Hage G. Geingob Presidential Centre also donated food parcels to the elderly and […]

4 August, 2025

Health / Medical

Interview: MS Namibia Launches Fifth Annual Jeans for Hope Day to Support Patients

MS Namibia has announced the return of its Jeans for Hope Day campaign on Friday, 1 August, aimed at raising awareness and funds for Namibians living with multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system and can lead to symptoms such as numbness, vision problems, fatigue, loss of coordination, and cognitive challenges. Founder Bianca Ozcan explained that MS is considered a rare disease […]

30 July, 2025

Interview Transcripts

Interview: Unemployment’s Silent Toll on Mental Health: Katjijova Speaks Out

Unemployment isn’t just an economic challenge — it’s a deep psychological battle that many Namibians face alone. Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova says the effects of joblessness can be devastating, stripping individuals of their sense of purpose and self-worth. “Not being employed has a negative psychological impact on any individual, especially if they have the skills but can’t find work,” Katjijova explains. She warns that persistent unemployment often leaves people with […]

14 July, 2025

Namibia

EU and UNICEF Boost Drought Aid to Hard-Hit Areas

The European Union has committed €911,000 (approximately N$19 million) to support emergency drought response through UNICEF, which is also contributing an extra €228,000 (about N$5 million) from its own resources. The joint effort is aimed at expanding life-saving assistance to communities severely impacted by the ongoing El Niño and La Niña conditions. Around 86,000 people in affected. Ana Beatriz Martins is EU’s Ambassador to Namibia: Prime Minister Elijah Tjitunga Ngurare […]

19 June, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Chinese Firm Supports Nujoma Memorial in Rundu

The China Civil Engineering and Construction Company has donated items worth N$20,000 to support the Rundu memorial service for Founding President Sam Nujoma. The company also provided workers and trucks to assist in preparing the Rundu Sports Stadium for the event. Kavango East Governor Bonifatius Wakudumo praised the contribution, saying it will ease logistical operations. Nujoma’s remains have arrived in Rundu from Ondangwa’s Andimba Toivo ya Toivo Airport. This marks […]

22 February, 2025