insert_link Namibia Final push for voter registration efforts underway With August 1 being the final day for eligible Namibian citizens to register to vote and receive a voter’s card for the Presidential and National Assembly elections on November 27, we spoke with an economist about the importance of voter registration. According to Dr. Omu Kakujaha-Matundu, strong democracies often lead to stronger economies, making it key for everyone to participate. The general elections in Namibia are scheduled for […] todayJuly 31, 2024 29
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Urges Banks to Prioritize Development and SME Support President Nangolo Mbumba has called on commercial banks to shift their focus from profit-driven motives to actively contributing to Namibia's development. Speaking to bank executives in Windhoek, Mbumba highlighted the need for banks to support small and medium-sized enterprises by easing collateral requirements and adopting equity-type funding mechanisms. He stressed the importance of banks becoming development partners, promoting social inclusion, and utilizing innovative banking tools like mobile banking. The meeting […] todayJuly 29, 2024 11
insert_link Oshiwambo Lupita Nnyong’o ,ngoka eli o Global Ambassador for Natural Diamonds of De Beers Group,okwa talelepo omupresitend Mbumba Omupresitend Nangolo Mbumba okwa talelwapo komudhani gwiinyandwa noo movie Lupita Nnyong’o ,ngoka eli o Global Ambassador for Natural Diamonds of De Beers Group. Nyong’o okwali eenda pamwe na Willie Mertnes,omunambelewa kuluntu go Deb Marine Namibia. Elalakano lyetalelepo okwali okuulika Luptia Nyong’o o,Global Ambassador for natural diamonds komupresitend,nokumu kuthilako kiilonga yehangano. Nyong’o ta holola olupandu kesimaneko a pewa oku kalelapo edhina enene ngaashi o De Beers oku yela okawe kopaunshitwe ka […] todayJuly 20, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Calls for Tangible Support from International Bodies During UNDP Visit President, Nangolo Mbumba has called on international organizations to shift their focus from merely providing advice to offering tangible resources that address real-world challenges. During a visit by UNDP resident representative, Alka Bhatia to State House, Mbumba emphasized the need for international bodies to collaborate in solving problems that people can directly benefit from. He criticized the tendency to offer only advisory support and soft loans, stressing the need for […] todayJuly 19, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia President Mbumba Seeks UN Support for Child Malnutrition Amid El Niño Drought Emergency President, Nangolo Mbumba has urged for international aid to address severe child malnutrition in Namibia, particularly in drought-affected areas like Omaheke. With 45 child deaths and 132 malnutrition cases reported last year, Mbumba highlighted the urgent need for food assistance following the declaration of a state of emergency due to El Niño. UN Resident Coordinator, Hopolang Phororo acknowledged the difficulties in mobilizing resources given Namibia's upper middle-income status but affirmed […] todayJuly 19, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Call for ECN to engage political stakeholders fairly Political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya has raised alarms over the low voter registration numbers ahead of the upcoming election on November 27. Kamwanya criticised the involvement of Sophia Shaningwa, the Swapo party's secretary general, in the registration process, suggesting that her presence undermines trust and appears politically motivated. Kamwanya urged the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) to engage all political stakeholders to address these concerns. He emphasized the importance of increasing […] todayJuly 17, 2024 34
insert_link Namibia Children’s Parliament Begins in Windhoek, Focused on ‘Transforming Education in Namibia’ The Children's Parliament commences today at the Parliament building in Windhoek, inaugurating a week-long series of activities under the theme "Transforming Education In Namibia." Notable guests, including President, Nangolo Mbumba, are expected to attend the sessions, which are held in partnership with the United Nations Fund. The parliament's Sackeus Kadhikwa todayJuly 15, 2024 29
insert_link 13 Oshiwambo Iikulya yoshikukuta nayi pewe mboka yeyi nuninwa-Mbumba Omupelesidente Nangolo Mbumba okwa pula aaleli yoondondo dha yooloka ya kwashilipaleke kutya iikulya yoshikukuta oya topolwa pauyuuki, noku pewa mboka yeyi nuninwa, ihe ha kuyi longithapo muuwanawa wawo yene. Mbumba okwali ta popi pOshituthitumo kOmandongo moshikandjohogololo Onayena molyomakaya. todayJuly 8, 2024 6 13
insert_link Namibia Basic Income Grant Gets Public Verbal Approval From Mbumba President, Nangolo Mbumba has said that the idea that the basic income grant should be given to every Namibian, including those who are employed, will only increase government expenditure; therefore, it should only be given to the needy. Mbumba was speaking during a courtesy visit by the Council of Churches in Namibia committee members on Friday, who called upon the government to seriously consider the income basic grant proposal for […] todayJuly 8, 2024 23
