insert_link Opinion Pieces Namibia’s uncharted blue economy has a lot of potential Opinion By Josef Kefas Sheehama Given the potential for the blue economy to generate a significant number of direct and indirect jobs, Namibia has a great chance for long-term economic growth and development. The NDP 5 interventions can also be utilized to realize Namibia's Vision 2030 aspirations of eradicating poverty, decreasing inequality, and fostering an inclusive economy. Namibia must revive, implement robust climate change mitigation strategies, […] todayJuly 24, 2024 28
insert_link Local Lace-up for Bank Windhoek’s Red Run The Bank Windhoek Red Run, previously known as the Bank Windhoek Relay, is shaping up to be a memorable, active, and thrilling experience. The event is a collaboration between the /Ae //Gams Sports Club and Bank Windhoek and is scheduled to take place on 10 August 2024 in Windhoek, starting at Zoo Park. Anticipating a day of high energy and physical activity, it will challenge participants to […] todayJuly 23, 2024 18
insert_link Oshiwambo Dj Munene okwati omutumba wovakainhu omolomakaya twa taalela. Omukokoli nokuli omukwateli komesho womutumba wo valumenhu mo Namibia Fillemon Amoolongo, ota dimbulukifa ovakainhu aveshe moshilongo vakwashilipaleke kutya ova kufa ombinga momutumba wo vakainhu oo taukakalako oshikando shotete mo Windhoek molomakaya twa taalela. Amoolongo oo ashiivika nawa nedina Dj Munene Shitishepungu, edi okwe dipopile oshivike sha dileko pefimbo ali atalelapo ombelwa yondjonghunana yetu yo Future Media News. Meenghundafana pamwe naye Munene, okwati okwa ninga etokolo okuunganeka yoo omutumba wovakainhu, konima […] todayJuly 23, 2024 91
insert_link Namibia NamPol records over 110 000 criminal cases The Namibian Police Force (NamPol) has recorded 110 551 criminal cases, countrywide during the financial year 2023/24. The criminal cases range from robbery, rape, violence against women and children, and other forms of domestic violence, murder, theft of motor vehicles and livestock, dealing in drugs, housebreaking, and theft. This was revealed by Inspector General of NamPol, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo on Monday during the official opening of a five-day […] todayJuly 22, 2024 52
insert_link Local Three more qualify for Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off Final The third preliminary round in the Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off competition took place last weekend in Windhoek, where three contestants qualified for the competition final slated for 24 August in Ongwediva. From the 60 contests who took part in the preliminary round on Saturday, 20 July, Hasheni Mandume, Maria Mumbala and Sxelse Tsamases, emerged on top, and will join six other finalists to compete in the final for the […] todayJuly 22, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Witbooi urges Hardap councillors to address voter ID issues Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Lucia Witbooi, visited Mariental to discuss mass voter registration and how the lack of identification cards among residents hinders the election process. Witbooi said out of more than 94 000 identification cards printed by the Ministry of Home Affairs, an alarming 40 000 remain uncollected. “Uncollected identification cards are a big concern. I ask local councillors to work closely […] todayJuly 19, 2024 23
insert_link Oshiwambo Namibia okwa gu pevi muudhano wetanga lyokoompadhi muuyuni,shiikwatelela ko ranking yo FIFA Olutu lokatango kokoompadhi muuyuni-FIFA -olwa tseyitha omusholondondo gwiilongo ,moka ya thikama ngele tashiya kuudhano wetanga lyokoompadhi,na Namibia a shuna pevi. Namibia okwa shuna pevi okuza ponomola onti 97 okuya ponomola onti 98,sheetithwa sho a dhengwa ookola dhili 5 ku Angola muudhano wo COSAFA. Petrus Ichipo Amutenya ota lopota todayJuly 18, 2024 16
insert_link Environment The basic care during the winter lambing and kidding season By Erastus Ngaruka,Technical Advisor, Livestock & Rangeland During the winter season, smallstock (goat and sheep) farmers always have a big task at hand of ensuring that the lambing (sheep birth) and kidding (goat birth) season progresses well with fewer or no complications in their kraals to potentially achieve their production targets. Generally, animals’ breeding activities take place during seasons or times most favorable to their […] todayJuly 18, 2024 10
insert_link Local Namibia’s Onduli Ridge recognised as one of the best hotels in the world Ultimate Safaris’ recently upgraded Onduli Ridge has won the Richard Bangs Best Hotels in the World Award, celebrating unparalleled excellence in hospitality. Award-winning author and travel pioneer, Richard Bangs, explained that the six-suite luxury lodge and spa in Namibia’s rugged Damaraland, which “is known for its world-class accommodations, impeccable service, and unique experiences”, earned its place among the best hotels in the world because it “has set […] todayJuly 18, 2024 18