insert_link Business / Economics Opuwo Slaughterhouse to Be Upgraded into Modern Abattoir The Agriculture ministry has revealed plans to upgrade the existing Opuwo slaughterhouse into a fully functional abattoir. This development aims to enable local farmers in the Kunene region to slaughter cattle and small stock within the region. The upgraded facility will feature dedicated slaughter lines for both cattle and small stock, enhancing operational efficiency and providing a local market for small stock. The announcement was made by Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, Executive […] todayDecember 16, 2024 15
insert_link Interview Transcripts Jessy Tuna Abraham on the Namibia National Students Organization’s (NANSO) Efforts for Educational Progress November 14, 2024 By Leonard Witbeen In an insightful conversation with Miss Jessy Tuna Abraham, the National Executive Council Spokesperson of the Namibia National Students Organization (NANSO), she shared updates on the organization's ongoing efforts to address some of the critical challenges facing the Namibian education system. This year, NANSO has taken a proactive approach to not only assess the state of education in the country but to also […] todayNovember 15, 2024 19
Business / Economics INTERVIEW: Tora Conservancy Invests in Wildlife Conservation and Community Development in Kunene Region This interview highlights Reginald Roman, Secretary of Tora Conservancy, discussing the various initiatives and partnerships aimed at supporting wildlife conservation, community upliftment, and skill development within the Kunene region’s conservancies. Tora Conservancy, in collaboration with other conservancies and partners like Wilderness Safaris and Gondwana Collection, focuses on conserving natural resources, protecting endangered species, and fostering socio-economic development. Roman explained that Tora Conservancy has significantly invested in local youth through education […] todayOctober 31, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Tora Conservancy Initiatives Boost Wildlife Conservation and Community Development in Kunene Reginald Roman, Secretary of Tora Conservancy, discussed wildlife conservation efforts in the Kunene region, highlighting initiatives that support community upliftment and skill development. Collaborating with partners like Wilderness Safaris and Gondwana Collection, Tora Conservancy is actively working to conserve natural resources and protect endangered species while promoting socio-economic growth. todayOctober 31, 2024 25
insert_link Oshiwambo OmuPresident Nangolo Mbumba atalelapo ovaleli vomifyuululwakalo koshitopolwa sha Kunene OmuPresident Dr Nangolo Mbumba, oshivike shadjako okwa shakena novaleli vomufyuululwakalo koshitopolwa sha Kunene. Omutwe woshilongo pefimbo leshakeno laye novawiliki vomufyuululwakalo komudingonoko oko, okwa lopotwa velikunda noku tala koikumungu ya yooloka yapamba oshiwana omo mwakwatelwa omalipumo mumwe pokati kovakwashiwana noifitukuti, onghalo yoshikukuta, omayambulepo oshoyo etendululo leengaba. Etalelepo lomuleli wa Namibia ola talika lili oshikando shotete komudingonoko oko pamwe novawiliki vomufyuululwakalo okudja nghene elineekelelelwe oshinakuwanifwa shoku kwatela komesho oshilongo. President Mbumba, talongifa […] todayAugust 12, 2024 34
insert_link Namibia Voter Registration in Kunene Region Exceeds Expectations Despite Challenges Voter registration in the Kunene Region has proceeded smoothly, overcoming challenges such as displaced farmers seeking grazing for cattle in drought-affected areas, according to ECN's Kunene regional electoral officer, Mike Nganjone. As the registration deadline approached, a rush of people registered for the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections in November. Over the past two months, the region has achieved over 92% registration of eligible voters, with some constituencies exceeding […] todayAugust 2, 2024 37
insert_link Namibia 71% of Namibians register to vote The Electoral Commission of Namibia has announced that a total of 1,153,916 eligible Namibians, representing 71% of eligible voters, have registered both within the country and at Namibian diplomatic missions abroad from 3 June to 20 July 2024. ECN spokesperson De Wet Siluka. While acknowledging the improvement in the cumulative turnout to date both at the regional and constituency levels, the Commission, in a media statement issued on […] todayJuly 22, 2024 44
insert_link Namibia Drought accelerates charcoal production in Outjo The Kunene Region has been heavily affected by drought, prompting farmers in the Outjo Constituency to diversify their income through the production of charcoal. Following a decade of poor rains and failed harvests, as well as livestock losses due to the drought, most commercial farmers in the constituency are facing dire consequences, with some affected residents relying on the government feeding programme for survival and others converting […] todayJuly 3, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia National Planning Commission Director General Blames Political Infighting for Stalled Development Projects Obeth Kandjoze, Director General of Namibia's National Planning Commission, criticized local and regional councils for failing to complete development projects, attributing the delays to political coalitions' internal conflicts. Kandjoze highlighted that funds are often returned to the Treasury due to councillors' inability to reach consensus, prioritizing party rivalries over public interests. His remarks came amidst discussions on the green hydrogen project during his visit to the Kunene Region. todayJune 21, 2024 11