insert_link Namibia Diplomatic Corps Briefed on Burial Arrangements for Late Namibian President Hage Geingob Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has provided members of the diplomatic corps with details on the burial arrangements for the late President Hage Geingob. Geingob's memorial service is scheduled for February 24 at 14:00 at Independence Stadium in Windhoek, followed by the burial service on February 25, 2024, at 10:00 at Heroes' Acre. Diplomats intending to attend the funeral are requested to confirm their delegations by February 20 to facilitate government […] todayFebruary 16, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia SWAPO Deputy Secretary General Disagrees with Ekandjo’s Call for Male-Reserved Presidency SWAPO's Deputy Secretary General, Uahekua Herunga, has contested former Cabinet minister Jerry Ekandjo's suggestion that the position of SWAPO president at the upcoming extraordinary congress should be reserved for men. Ekandjo argued for gender balance but also recommended Swapo Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's resignation if she aims to contest for the party presidency. Herunga, a beneficiary of the 50:50 gender balance Swapo policy, believes Ekandjo's perspective lacks comprehensive consideration. todayFebruary 8, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Namibia prepares for Geingob’s state funeral A high-level committee has been set up to lead preparations for the funeral of the late President Hage Geingob. The committes is headed by Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa Amadhila and deputised by Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. todayFebruary 7, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Information and Communication Technology minister, Peya Mushelenga, calls for public cooperation during Geingob mourning period President Nangolo Mbumba appointed a national preparatory committee, chaired by Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, to oversee funeral protocol and event planning in consultation with the late President Hage Geingob's family. Meanwhile, Information and Communication Technology minister, Peya Mushelenga, calls for public cooperation during the mourning period, urging organizations to keep official ceremonies and gatherings minimal and dignified. He further noted that public members and singing choirs willing to deliver a […] todayFebruary 7, 2024 30
insert_link 2 Namibia Swapo party begins leadership race after Geingob’s death The death of President Hage Geingob has started a new leadership contest in the Swapo party. This has led to changes in important party positions, like vice president and president. The vice president's choice might show who could be the next leader after Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah. Swapo Secretary for Information and Mobilisation, Hilma Nicanor explains what’s next. Local Political Scientist Rui Tyitende weighs in on the matter. todayFebruary 6, 2024 52 2
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: The Need for Strategic Collaboration: McHenry Venaani on One Candidate Opposing Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa February 1, 2024/Leonard Witbeen In a recent statement, McHenry Venaani , the President of the Popular Democratic Movement, expressed his views on the proposition of a single candidate opposing SWAPO's Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwain the upcoming political landscape. Venaani emphasized the importance of strategic collaboration and the need for a comprehensive coalition formula to make such a proposition a reality. The central idea of supporting a single candidate is sound, according to […] todayFebruary 1, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia RP President Urges Opposition Unity for Presidential Election Challenge Henk Mudge, president of the Republican Party, has issued a call for all opposition parties to unite behind a single candidate in the upcoming presidential election to contest against Swapo candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Mchenry Venaani from the Popular Democratic Movement has also provided his perspective on the matter, contributing to the ongoing dialogue surrounding opposition collaboration in the upcoming election. todayFebruary 1, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia President Geingob is in good spirits amid cancer treatment The Swapo party says President Hage Geingob is "in good spirits and is receiving good medical attention" for his cancer treatment. Last week, the presidency announced that President Geingob would start treatment for cancer after routine medical check-ups and a follow-up biopsy led to the detection of cancerous cells. It did not give more details on his diagnosis but said he would continue to carry out his duties. The BBC […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia Deputy Prime Minister warns of collective failure on SDGs Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, and Deputy Prime Minister Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says the collective failure to invest in the Sustainable Development Goals, is having a negative impact on developing nations' economic growth. Nampa reports that while speaking at the Group of 77 plus China's third South Summit in Kampala, she referenced the UN SDG Report 2023, which reveals very little progress on over half of the SDG targets and […] todayJanuary 23, 2024 18