Ondangwa Town Council cleans up to mitigate flood risks

Ondangwa Town Council cleans up to mitigate flood risks

Employees of the Ondangwa Town Council have started cleaning water channels and culverts in order to mitigate floods risks during the rainy season. Town council spokesperson Petrina Shitalangaho-Mutikisha told Nampa the exercise started in December and is ongoing. Areas in need of cleaning are identified through random inspections and reports from residents. “The water channels were created to channel the flow of water collected either from houses or from […]

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Namibia

Angola remains a crucial sister nation to Namibia

Angola remains a crucial sister nation to Namibia, emphasized Ohangwena Governor Sebastian Ndeitungu, who also encouraged maintaining amicable relations in the border regions with their northern neighbor. The former police chief stressed the importance of fostering strong ties with Angola not only for Ohangwena but for all of Namibia's bordering regions. Ndeitungu emphasized the need for a close friendship that enhances trade, commerce, and political relationships, highlighting Angola's historical role […]

January 12, 2024 8

Business / Economics

Biz Buzz: Namibia Triumphs as Best Startup Ecosystem in Africa and More Financial Highlights

1. Namibia Secures Best Startup Ecosystem Title Namibia has clinched the esteemed title of the Best Startup Ecosystem in Africa, a testament to the country's unwavering dedication to fostering entrepreneurship resilience and maintaining a supportive business environment. The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board proudly accepted this accolade, recognizing the nation's efforts in promoting innovation, fostering cross-continental collaboration, and encouraging entrepreneurial endeavors. 2. Invest in African Energy Forum Returns to […]

January 12, 2024 8

Namibia

Angola is an important neighbour: Ndeitunga

Angola is still Namibia's important sister country, said Ohangwena Governor Sebastian Ndeitungu, who also urged the border regions to stay friendly with the northern neighbour. Speaking to Nampa on Thursday, the former police chief said that Ohangwena and other border regions must maintain a good relationship with Angola. “Angola is a very important neighbour and sister country. Not only Ohangwena should have a good relationship with Angola. The whole of […]

January 11, 2024 33

Namibia

Oshana police urges vigilance over scammers

As people rush to stores to buy their children's back-to-school supplies, the Namibian Police Force (NamPol) in Oshana Region has advised the public to be on the lookout for scammers. Oshana NamPol's Community Affairs Officer, Inspector Thomas Aiyambo, stated that parents and guardians have to be cautious against being duped into believing that the are people selling less expensive school uniforms behind shopping centres. According to Aiyambo, this comes after […]

January 11, 2024 18

Business / Economics

Bank of Namibia joins the network for greening the financial system to drive sustainability in the Financial Sector

1. The Bank of Namibia is pleased to announce its membership in the esteemed Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS), a group of central banks and prudential supervisory authorities committed to advancing environmental and climate risk management in the financial sector globally. As of 27 December 2023, the Bank of Namibia has been appointed as a plenary member, joining the ranks of 134 members and 21 observers within the […]

January 11, 2024 8

Namibia

Otjiwarongo pensioner allegedly shoots, kills man

Police in Otjiwarongo are investigating a case of murder, following the death of a 29-year-old man, allegedly at the hands of a 79-year-old man. The incident, according to a report issued by the Namibian Police Force (NamPol) Spokesperson, Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, happened on Wednesday at around 21h20. 'Allegations are that the victim was fatally shot by the suspect after he charged at him with a knife. It is further […]

January 11, 2024 24

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Namibia ota kondema iiponokela ya Israel mo Gaza

Namibia onkee teendulula kutya ota kondema Israel ngoka ta dhipaga aakwashigwana yaahena ondjo ,noku etitha omatulululo gaa Palestine mo Gaza Strip oshowo moshikandjo Palestine. Shika oshiikwatelela komunambelewa kuluntu guuministeli wiikwapondje yoshilongo nomalongelokumwe gopashigwana Penda Naanda momushangwa gohela. Naanda tati Namibia onkee a thikama ponkatu kutya shoka tashi ningwa ku Israel mo Gaza oshi thike pomadhipago gaakwaanohenda. Na Namibia ota yambidhidha oonkambadhala adhihe dhopashigwana tadhi lalakanene okwaadha ondjodhi yemanguluko lyaa Palestine.

January 11, 2024 7

Namibia

NABTA pleads for bus drivers to stop overloading

Namibia Bus and Taxi Association (NABTA) Secretary General, Pendapala Nakathingo is cautioning bus drivers to refrain from the overloading of passengers, particularly during the festive season when demand is high. Nakathingo said this in an interview with Nampa on Thursday, adding that the association cautioned some buses that are overloading as they have added extra make-shift seats to make more money, which is a practice that needs to stop as […]

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