insert_link Namibia Opposition Urges Swapo’s Nandi-Ndaitwah to Prioritize Health Amid Campaign Demands Opposition parties have urged Swapo presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to prioritize her health, citing the demanding nature of campaigning. Nandi-Ndaitwah, who turns 72 today, fainted during a recent rally in Otjiwarongo but has denied any serious health issues. In a statement, she reassured the public that she is fine and committed to serving if elected. Nandi-Ndaitwah noted that the country cannot afford an unhealthy workforce due to productivity concerns. Popular […] todayOctober 29, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia PDM’s Venaani dismisses Ren-Form lawsuit Leader of the Popular Democratic Movement, McHenry Venaani says the party will not boycott the upcoming elections, despite recent protests against the awarding of the ballot printing tender to Ren-Form. Venaani has also dismissed Ren-Form CC's legal threat against the party, calling it a bluff and labelling the lawsuit “an empty gesture”. todayOctober 24, 2024 19
insert_link 2 Oshiwambo Venaani otati ota shinyemateke eshi ECN ayandja otendela kehangano lopondje. Omuwiliki wongudu yo PDM McHenry Venaani, okwati ota shinyemateke eshi o commisi yomahoololo moshilongo ECN yatofamo ehangano lopondje yoshilongo tali finyafinyinwa nale oulingilingi olo li etepo eembapila domahoololo da Namibia. Venani edi okwali tedi popi onghela pefimbo tayandje omukanda kemo ko commisi yomahoololo mo Namibia, osho sha ningilwa peembonge do ECN, odo tadi hangwa moshilando pangelo mo Windhoek. Ehololo madilaadilo lopambili olo lali lakwatelwa komesho ko ngudu yo PDM ola […] todayOctober 23, 2024 4 2
insert_link Namibia Venaani Criticizes Nandi-Ndaitwah for Silence on Corruption Allegations Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani has criticized Swapo presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for consistently remaining silent on allegations of corruption. He further accused the vice president and Swapo of routinely shielding corrupt practices. Venaani made these remarks during the PDM's petition handover yesterday, protesting the Electoral Commission of Namibia's decision to award the ballot paper printing tender for the upcoming election to Johannesburg-based company Ren-Form CC. todayOctober 23, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia McHenry Venaani Announces Final Bid for PDM Leadership, Prepares for Political Retirement McHenry Venaani, the leader ofthe official opposition, the Popular Democratic Movement, has announced that he will be running for the presidency of his party for the final time before retiring from politics. The PDM is set to hold its elective congress in Katima Mulilo from August 22 to 24 to elect new leadership for the next five years. Venaani, who has led the party for 10 years, expressed his intent […] todayJuly 31, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia PDM President Urges Accelerated Investment in Irrigation Infrastructure for Agricultural Transformation McHenry Venaani, President of the Popular Democratic Movement, stresses the need to prioritize and expedite investments in irrigation infrastructure to drive agricultural transformation and sustainable growth. Speaking in the National Assembly, Venaani advocates for the adoption of innovative water-saving technologies and the strengthening of capacities across agricultural sectors. He highlights evidence from across Africa, showing that nations with robust irrigation strategies have not only mitigated hunger but also decreased dependence […] todayApril 26, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Open to Testifying in Fishrot Trial if Court Requests President Nangolo Mbumba stated that he would be willing to testify in the Fishrot fraud and corruption trial if summoned by the court. His response came during a parliamentary session when Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani inquired whether Mbumba, as a former Swapo secretary general, would be willing to provide testimony in the trial. todayMarch 15, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia PDM Leader McHenry Venaani Expresses Disappointment Over Delay in August 26 Holding Company’s Forensic Audit Report McHenry Venaani, the Leader of the Official Opposition of the Popular Democratic Movement, voices disappointment over the prolonged delay in the publication of the forensic audit report concerning the affairs of August 26 Holding Company. Venaani reveals his persistent advocacy for the auditing of the company and its subsidiaries' books for the past six years, underscoring the crucial importance of accountability in managing public funds. Here are McHenry Venaani's remarks […] todayMarch 12, 2024 26
insert_link Namibia Tribute and eulogy on the passing of the late President H.E. Dr. Hage Geingob His Excellency, President of the Republic of Namibia, Nangolo Mbumba, and First Lady of the Republic of Namibia, Sustjie Mbumba, Madame Monica Geingos, Widow, Children, Grandchildren and Representatives of the Family Your Excellencies Heads of States and Governments present, Your Excellency, The Founding President of The Republic of Namibia, Dr. Sam Shafishuna Nujoma, Your Excellency the second President of The Republic of Namibia, and dear friend Dr. Hifikepunye Pohamba, Your […] todayFebruary 24, 2024 19