Namibia Minister of gender proposes holistic SME support to ensure youth business sustainability By: Hertha Ekandjo Minister of Gender and Child Welfare, Emma Kantema-Gaomas, has proposed a comprehensive approach to supporting youth-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Namibia, emphasising that not only financial assistance is needed but also mentorship, incubation, and access to markets. Speaking during the first session of the 8th Parliament on Wednesday, Kantema-Gaomas expressed her support behind Vote 9, particularly highlighting Programmes 8 and 9. She praised the […] today1 May, 2025
Namibia Nandi-Ndaitwah welcomes SADC Parliamentary Forum delegation to State House By: Hertha Ekandjo President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Wednesday received a courtesy visit from a high-level delegation of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), led by its President, Tokely Justin, a Member of Parliament from Madagascar. During the meeting at State House, Nandi-Ndaitwah welcomed the delegation and highlighted the essential role of parliamentary leadership in shaping regional development and advancing the interests of SADC citizens. “The people […] today1 May, 2025
Namibia Two killed by lightning in Zambezi Region (Contributed Photo) By: Jackson Kunatela Two people died on Saturday after being struck by lightning in Zambezi Region. A Zambian man, identified as Musipili Katembo, died on the spot, while Katenda Ednar succumbed to her injuries at home after being discharged from the hospital. According to the police incident report, Katembo had brought water to three people sitting under a tree when it started to rain. After placing the water […] today28 April, 2025
Business / Economics Nandi-Ndaitwah urges pensioners to be patient amid budget constraints https://youtu.be/Af0vw4myfd0 By: Ludorf Iyambo President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on elderly Namibians to reduce their daily meals to just one, while the government figures out how to address the needs of the youth. Her figure of speech implies that senior citizens should be patient with the government regarding their pension increases. Nandi-Ndaitwah made the remarks during a recent visit to a centre for flood victims in Etunda, where she […] today24 April, 2025
Business / Economics Namibia to become a leading energy hub https://youtu.be/bbgcNWarBLw By: Eric Mhunduru President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia is on the path to becoming a leading energy hub in ambition and action. Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia is on a deliberate drive to move from oil discoveries to actual production without much delay but with responsibility. She, however, acknowledges that partnerships and strong technical governance are needed to achieve this. The President said this in a speech read by right-honourable […] today24 April, 2025
Namibia Swakopmund’s Amadhila whistles her way to the top https://youtu.be/o-TzecqeJ8A By: Terence Mukasa 20-year-old, Aino Amadhila from Swakopmund was amongst the referees officiating at the Nedbank Namibia Newspaper Cup that concluded on Monday in Outjo. Amadhila officiated the third and fourth play-off's between //Kharas and Otjozondjupa as a lineswoman. today24 April, 2025
Namibia Sports ministry to develop three facilities in Windhoek https://youtu.be/-U4abntHpUM By: Terence Mukasa The education ministry plans to construct a stadium in the Goreangab area, Samora Machel constituency in Windhoek. The deputy minister Dino Ballotti and Khomas governor Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma visited the area on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. They also visited the Khomasdal Stadium and the Katutura Youth Centre. The proposed developments will include the construction of a football pitch, as well as netball and basketball courts. […] today16 April, 2025
Namibia Windhoek District Hospital yet to be constructed 1 months after groundbreaking https://youtu.be/zzwDqmd7Zx8 By: Selma Taapopi Construction work for the Windhoek District Hospital is yet to begin 11 months after the groundbreaking ceremony was held in May 2024 on farm 108 in Havana in the Moses Garoeb Constituency. Last year, several government officials, including President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and former health minister Dr. Kalumbi Shangula visited the site to mark the official start of the project. The planned hospital will have a […] today16 April, 2025
Namibia Ngurare calls for better service delivery and accountability https://youtu.be/EA0MuxvIBtw By: Ketemba Tjipepa Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has urged staff to improve service delivery and ensure that public needs are met efficiently. Ngurare addressed staff members at the Office of the Prime Minister in Windhoek on Monday. Ngurare said government services must reach people in ways that suit them best. He said as the population grows, there is a need to automate key services and conduct regular performance reviews […] today16 April, 2025
