insert_link Namibia INTERVIEW: Boro Ndungula Demands Action After Cannabis March Rejection Background: The Rejection of the March Boro Ndungula, the Secretary General of the Ganja Users of Namibia, has spoken out after the police rejected their application for a cannabis legalization march. The rejection came from concerns raised by the Inspector General of Namibia’s police, who cited the participation of foreigners—specifically from South Africa and Europe—as a security risk. Ndungula, however, argues that these concerns are unfounded and undermine […] todayNovember 20, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Ndumba Kamwanya Weighs In On Nandi-Ndaitwah’s Early Lead Here's the analysis form expert Ndumba Kamawanya on Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the SWAPO's presidential candidate, who is leading the national election with 60% of preliminary votes. Her lead is followed by IPC at 27% and AR at 6%. Nandi-Ndaitwah gained strong support from overseas voters but was surpassed by IPC’s Panduleni Itula in cities like London and Cape Town. Political Ananlyst: Ndumba Kamwanya firstly weighs in on Police votes: In […] todayNovember 15, 2024 35
insert_link Health / Medical INTERVIEW: The Nutrition Alliance of Namibia Director, Ben Schernick, Speaks on Addressing Malnutrition and Food Security As Namibia faces its election season followed by the festive period, the country must confront a pressing issue: malnutrition. From December to March, the peak season for malnutrition, it’s a time of heightened awareness and urgency, particularly in regions most affected by food insecurity. Ben Schernick, the Director of the Nutrition Alliance of Namibia, sheds light on the current state of malnutrition in the country, emphasizing the need for […] todayNovember 13, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Phil Balhao Re-elected as Lüderitz Mayor With Swapo’s Josephine Heita Named Deputy Independent Patriots for Change's Phil Balhao has been re-elected as Lüderitz mayor, with Josephine Heita from Swapo appointed as deputy mayor. The new leadership commits to working together for the community’s progress in the coastal town. Balhao expressed gratitude when speaking with Future Media News. todayNovember 12, 2024 23
insert_link Opinion Pieces Curating data for political purposes: NSA credibility destroyed. Rowland Brown Opinion On the 30th of October, the Namibia Statistics Agency’s (NSA) released the 2023 Census report, around a year after the data collection for the same was completed. However, despite collecting labour force data and employment/unemployment data, in a turn of events more worthy of North Korea than Namibia, this was excluded from the report, a notable change to previous Census reports. This means that the latest official […] todayNovember 1, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia The United Democratic Front party finalizes Star Rally And Party Manifesto presentation at the coast The United Democratic Front party held its Star Rally And Party Manifesto presentation at the coast. The Swakopmund event held in the town's DRC settlement included its president Hendrik Gaobaeb. The party's Mabasan /Narib: todayOctober 28, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia SWAPO’s Sophia Shaningwa Warns “Witches” to Stop Targeting Party’s Presidential Candidate South West Africa People's Organization's Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa warned those allegedly targeting presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to stop interfering, calling her “chosen by God and by men.” Speaking at a SWAPO rally in Otjiwarongo, Shaningwa dismissed rumors of Nandi-Ndaitwah fainting, urging an end to negative predictions about her health. Deputy Secretary General Uahekua Herunga reassured supporters that Nandi-Ndaitwah is in good health. todayOctober 28, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Youth Groups Raise Alarm Over Children in Political Campaigns as Swapo Party Youth League Defends Engagement Strategies Youth groups are expressing growing concerns regarding the use of children in political activities, particularly in wearing political attire and attending campaign rallies for various political factions. It is reported that Willem Amutenya, a central committee member of the Swapo Party Youth League, argues that political gatherings are similar to other community meetings. He states that the ongoing political campaigns are designed to engage the electorate, which, according to the […] todayOctober 24, 2024 7