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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Kunene Region

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Namibia

Kunene region farmers want red line done away with

Farmers in the Kunene Region are demanding the zoning of Kunene North, claiming the area has been Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD)-free for 50 years. According to the Namibia Press Agency, they suggest dividing the red line districts to help eradicate FMD and other diseases. Responding to the call, Natangwe Ithete, head of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economics and Administration, said that the government plans to eliminate the red […]

today15 May, 2024 36

Namibia

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Shaun Gariseb’s Advocacy for Community Empowerment in Kunene

May 6, 2024/Leonard Witbeen In a recent conversation with social activist Shaun Gariseb, the focus was squarely on Kunene, a region in Namibia brimming with natural resources yet facing systemic challenges in harnessing its potential for the benefit of local communities. Gariseb's initiative aims to address this disparity through community empowerment and awareness. Gariseb's journey to Kunene epitomizes his commitment to grassroots engagement. Teaming up with influential figures like JP, […]

today6 May, 2024 49 1

Namibia

Kunene Region Leaders Discuss Land Reform, Mining, and Socio-Economic Development

Shaun Gariseb, JP Van Der Westhuizen, and Ricardo Hawixab convened an important discussion on the interplay between land reform, mining, and socio-economic development in the Kunene region. The conversation centered on devising strategies to enhance the effective participation and empowerment of the local population in these crucial sectors. Gariseb raised this concern towards the Mines and Energy ministry.  

today6 May, 2024 224

Namibia

Kunene remains optimistic despite disappointing exam results

    Despite disappointing results in last year’s Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) and Advanced Subsidiary (AS) examinations, the Kunene education directorate remains optimistic. Petrus Shipalanga, the region’s interim education director, told Nampa recently there was a modest improvement, as 15.95 per cent of learners qualified for Advanced Subsidiary level compared to 11.3 per cent in 2022. Shipalanga however said more efforts should be made to improve the region’s […]

today22 January, 2024 34

Namibia

Kunene Education Directorate to address challenges through teachers’ conferences

  The Kunene Education Directorate plans to conduct teachers’ conferences to address the region’s poor performance in the 2023 Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) and Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS) level examinations. This was said by the region’s interim education director, Petrus Shipalanga, in an interview with Nampa on Wednesday as part of a discussion on Kunene’s poor academic performance. Despite a gradual increase in 2023 outcomes when compared to 2022, […]

today18 January, 2024 47

Namibia

Trafficking of protected plant species suspect to apply for bail

  A 29-year-old Tanzanian woman is set to appear in the Opuwo Magistrate’s court on Thursday for a bail application, in connection with the alleged trafficking of protected plant species. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) spokesperson Romeo Muyunda in a media statement on Monday said Diana Mashiku was arrested alongside Namibians, Veisiruaije Tjavara (25), Jennifer Simataa (37) and Tjivinda Unatavi (31) for being in possession of 46 […]

today19 December, 2023 33

Namibia

Namibia Wildlife Resorts Supports Environmental Stewardship in Khorixas Town

Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship by contributing to the Khorixas Town Council's efforts to maintain a pristine environment. In a noteworthy initiative, NWR donated essential cleaning materials, including gloves, refuse bags, and masks, aimed at supporting the town in upholding cleanliness standards. Khorixas Town, strategically positioned along a picturesque route and forming a vital part of the gateway through the tourism triangle, serves […]

today6 December, 2023 37

Namibia

Opuwo Town Council maintains status quo

The Opuwo Town Council on Tuesday re-elected its councillors in their various positions. In an election held at the town council chambers, Rosa Mbinge-Tjeundo, a Popular Democratic Movement councillor, retained her mayoral position after accepting an unopposed nomination from fellow party member Kaare Lucuis Mupya. Kasipo Kakondo, a PDM councillor, will deputise Mbinge-Tjeundo. Mupya was re-elected as the management committee’s chairperson, while PDM’s Forester Matjiru Tjijahura and Swapo veteran Wilhelmine […]

today6 December, 2023 35

Namibia

Kunene sees rainfall

The Kunene region has received a good amount of rain in the past weeks. Rivers are in flood after rains fell in their catchment areas. This has created hope especially to farmers in the region. Governor: Marius Sheya.  

today29 November, 2023 129