insert_link Namibia ACC arrests two over alleged N$10,500 weeding subsidy fraud By: Josia Shigwedha The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has arrested and charged a senior agricultural technician and a community member in the Oshikoto Region over alleged corrupt practices dating back to 2017. According to the ACC, Muliehi Moscow Neo (41), a Senior Agricultural Technician at the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Land Reform, and Panduleni Hamunime (47) of Okadiva Village, were arrested following an investigation into the Government Weeding Subsidy […] today18 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Lüderitz Blue School Shortlisted for Global TES Award By: Ritta Lotto The Lüderitz Blue School has been shortlisted for the 2025 TES Awards for International Schools under the Curriculum Initiative of the Year category, recognising its innovative Marine and Maritime Studies (M&MS) Curriculum. The programme, taught from years 3 to 8, explores ecology, culture, history, art, and economics, fostering both scientific literacy and a deep connection to the ocean. “Our vision for Marine and Maritime Studies is […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Public Accounts Committee asked to summon GIPF over N$815 million impairment By: Josia Shigwedha The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Parliament has been asked to summon the board and management of the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) to account for a reported loss linked to one of its foreign investments. This comes after a tax claim issued by the South African Revenue Service (SARS), which triggered a major impairment in one of GIPF’s offshore investment vehicles and raised uncertainty about […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia MoHSS records over 6 000 diabetes cases in 2024/2025 By: Selma Taapopi Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr. Esperance Luvindao, said a total of 6 844 diabetes cases were recorded during the 2024/2025 financial year across all age groups. The majority - 6 345- were reported among adults, while 377 were recorded in children aged 5 to 17, and 122 in children under the age of five. Luvindao said this is a slight decrease from the 8 073 […] today14 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Yango drivers promote road safety in Namibia By: Ritta Lotto Yango Group is strengthening its focus on road safety in Namibia, with partner drivers emerging as advocates for responsible driving and safer communities. Through professional standards, app-based safety features, and a passenger-first approach, they are helping shape a culture of safety on Namibian roads. “Yango is safe for drivers and also for the customers. I have driven for them for a long time and haven’t experienced anything […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia NUST concludes salary agreement with unions By: Josia Shigwedha The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has reached a salary agreement with the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) and the Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN), successfully concluded negotiations for the 2024/2025 financial year. The agreement applies to all eligible administrative and academic staff within the bargaining unit. Administrative staff in job Grades 7 to 11 will receive a 5% increase, while those in Grades […] today12 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia National Council urges civic education on two Chambers of Parliament By: Selma Taapopi The National Council has called for education on the difference between the two legislative houses of Parliament, the National Assembly, and the National Council. National Council Vice Chairperson Victoria Kauma urged government institutions, including the Ministry of Justice and educational institutions, to promote civic education and enable citizens to participate more effectively in governance. This follows outreach visits to the //Karas and Erongo regions, during which the […] today11 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Former Omaruru mayor granted N$8 000 bail for alleged nepotism By: Staff Reporter The Omaruru Regional Court has granted an N$8 000 bail to it's former mayor, Hendrina Gebhardt, and postponed the case to 4 December 2025, for plea and trial. Gebhardt was arrested on Monday and charged under Section 43(1) of the Anti-Corruption Act of 2003 for corruptly using her office for gratification. The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) confirmed the arrest for allegedly using her position to influence the appointment of […] today11 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Police vehicles shortage causes three-year halt in border patrols By: Selma Taapopi The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has not conducted regular patrols along several national borders since 2022, as no official vehicles have been allocated to border officials, while those available are not fit for patrols. This finding was revealed in a report by the National Council’s Standing Committee on Home Affairs, Security, Constitutional and Legal Affairs, following its visits to selected border posts between […] today8 November, 2025