insert_link Namibia Interview: Okahandja on Edge as Murder Case Stalls The community of Okahandja is gripped by fear and frustration as pressure intensifies around the unsolved murders of three young women. Social justice activist Johannes /Gaseb says the silence surrounding the case has gone on for too long, and the pain felt by grieving families continues to deepen. In an interview, /Gaseb shared that he has been in weekly communication with the mothers of the victims, as well as […] today21 July, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE | Woman Speaks Out: Allegations Against Former Minister Detailed in Emotional Interview In an exclusive interview with NewsOnOne's Hertha Ekandjo, Dyna Mengela, the woman at the center of a rape allegation against former environment and tourism minister Pohamba Shifeta, has spoken publicly for the first time—detailing what she describes as a traumatic and complex series of events. Mengela, who shares a child with Shifeta, alleges that she was raped by the former minister in the early hours of 21 March 2025 […] today17 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Otjiwarongo Municipality Hit by Ransomware Attack Linked to “INC Ransom” A cybersecurity breach involving the Otjiwarongo Municipality has been identified by the national cyber response team under the Communications Regulatory Authority. According to spokesperson Mufaro Nesongano, the threat was detected yesterday via trusted cyber intelligence sources. Preliminary evidence suggests data exfiltration and a ransom demand from a group calling itself “INC Ransom.” today17 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia City of Windhoek Sends Biggest Arrears to Collector Windhoek’s city council has handed over N$409.9 million of its unpaid debt to external debt collector RedForce, spokesperson Lydia Amutenya confirmed to NewsOnOne’s Josia Shigwedha. This is representative of the largest slice of the total N$944 million owed to the city as of May by normal clients, businesses, pensioners, and government institutions with overdue accounts older than three months. today8 July, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: IPC Charts Next Steps After Five-Year Milestone The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has marked its upcoming fifth anniversary with a National Executive Committee meeting focused on charting the party’s way forward. Spokesman Immanuel Nashinge confirmed that senior party structures gathered from June 27th to 28th to reflect on the IPC’s performance since its formation, particularly the lessons from last year’s national parliamentary and presidential elections. Nashinge explained that the meeting assessed legal battles faced by the […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Concerns Raised Over National Youth Service Selection Process Social justice activist Shaun Gariseb has called for urgent scrutiny of the National Youth Service (NYS) intake process amid allegations of manipulation and lack of transparency. According to Gariseb, several constituencies, including Katutura East and Central, have expressed concerns that the NYS has sidelined local constituency councillors from the selection of youth candidates, leading to questionable lists of successful applicants. Gariseb pointed out that many names on the lists […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: National Youth Service Dismisses Claims of Unfair Recruitment, Promises Transparency The National Youth Service (NYS) has firmly rejected allegations circulating on social media that its recent 16th intake selection process was manipulated to favour certain individuals. Speaking to our newsroom, NYS Public Relations Officer Belinda Hamburee assured the public that the recruitment was conducted fairly and in line with the institution’s inclusive national mandate. Hamburee explained that the NYS received an unprecedented 11,000 applications for this intake — the highest […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Namibia Activist Demands Investigation Into National Youth Service Candidate List. Shaun Gariseb, a social justice activist, questions the fairness of the National Youth Service’s candidate selection, accusing the process of being manipulated by excluding constituency offices. He highlights that some listed candidates may not be from the constituencies they represent. Gariseb is calling for urgent clarity and a probe into the matter. NYS spokesperson Belinda Hamburee was approached for comment. today30 June, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts 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 […] today2 May, 2025
