Namibia Former ombudsman calls for law enforcement training on human rights By: Selma Taapopi Former ombudsman John Walters says there is a need for adequate human rights training for law enforcement officers. Walters' comments come after a Nust study found that 185 out of every 100,000 people in prison have not been tried. The report indicates that the prosecution office returned more than 199 police dockets from the Wanaheda, Katutura, and Otjomuise police stations for the immediate release of the detained […] today27 January, 2025
Uncategorized IPC’s case challenge to await Supreme Court ruling By: Envaalde Matheus The Electoral Court has put IPC’s case on hold, challenging the National Assembly election results, pending the Supreme Court's ruling on the presidential election. The case centres on a proclamation issued by President Nangolo Mbumba, which extended the voting period for the 2024 elections beyond November 27. Political parties have welcomed the judge's decision to await the Supreme Court's guidance. PDM secretary-general Manuel Ngaringombe called the judges’ […] today20 January, 2025
Uncategorized Nedbank supports launch of new innovative agricultural board game By: Hertha Ekandjo Nedbank supports the recent launch of a new agriculturally themed board game, developed in Namibia. Designed to educate and entertain, the game titled Farmwise, fosters understanding of the challenges and rewards of farming while promoting collaboration between farmers, labourers and their families. According to Nedbank, the idea for the game was born out of frustration suffered by game developer Piet Gouws. “After he had found himself stranded […] today20 January, 2025
Uncategorized B2Gold’s Wolfshag production to extend until 2027 By: Eric Mhunduru B2Gold Namibia said exploration results indicate the potential to extend underground production at Wolfshag in 2027. The country manager said this will supplement the processing operations into 2032 when economically viable stockpiles are forecast to be exhausted. Roos said capital expenditures in 2025 at the Otjikoto mine are expected to total US$39 million, a slight increase from the total estimated capital expenditures in 2024. "We are […] today20 January, 2025
Uncategorized Legal experts explain security cost By: Envaalde Matheus The amended Electoral Act requires anyone bringing a case to the court to pay security for costs. This financial guarantee covers legal fees if the case is unsuccessful. In the ongoing election results challenge, Swapo and President Nangolo Mbumba have asked Independent Patriots for Change(IPC) to pay N$450 000 as security for cost. Lawyer Henry Shimutwikeni explained that the security for costs is determined by the court, […] today20 January, 2025
Uncategorized Civil servants to repay salaries for non-compliance with electoral law By: Envaalde Matheus Civil servants elected to parliament but still holding onto their government jobs will now be required to repay the salaries they earned since December. Secretary to Cabinet, George Simaata, has instructed all executive directors and chief regional officers to enforce compliance with the Amendment Electoral Act of 2024. Simaata said all salaries earned by these individuals since December must be refunded. "The law is very clear that […] today20 January, 2025
Uncategorized Bank of Namibia’s provisional licenses signal financial transformation By: Hertha Ekandjo Simonis Storm’s Head of Investment, Max Rix, stated that the Bank of Namibia’s (BON) decision to grant provisional licenses to Fintech Technologies, United Paypoint, Mindex, Virtual Asset, and Landifa Bitcoin marks a pivotal moment for Namibia’s financial sector. “This move signals Namibia’s commitment to modernising its economy, embracing innovation, and aligning with global financial trends,” Rix said. However, he emphasised balancing opportunities with potential risks as this […] today17 January, 2025
Uncategorized LPM Youth Command demands depoliticisation of NYC By: Josia Shigwedha The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) Youth Command has called for depoliticising the National Youth Council (NYC). This demand follows a protest in Windhoek on Thursday, where young people voiced their rejection of the newly appointed interim board by Minister of Sport, Youth, and National Service Agnes Tjongarero. Speaking at the protest, Duminga Ndala stated that the NYC has failed to empower young people across Namibia. "The […] today16 January, 2025
Uncategorized Less than 300 ordinary level learners scored A* in English By: Selma Ikela Only 244 learners scored an A* in English as a second language in the Namibia Senior Certificate Ordinary (NSCCO) 2024 national examinations. Education minister Anna Nghipondoka raised concern over the decline in the performance in both Afrikaans and English as second languages. The minister said both subjects saw a decrease in the A* to D average, with the national average dropping from 70.2% to 58.9% in 2024. […] today16 January, 2025
