insert_link NamibiaInterview: Kamwanya Urges SWAPO to Move Beyond Symbolism Toward Real Policy Action By Leonard Witbeen Political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya has added his voice to the growing call for the ruling SWAPO party to shift its focus from rhetoric to implementation, following recent remarks by SWAPO central committee member Hofni Iipinge. Iipinge had urged the party to prioritize concrete action over vague promises, especially in light of its longstanding track record of policy development without meaningful execution. In an interview, Kamwanya said he […] today12 May, 2025 16
insert_link Health / MedicalNew Health Charter to Strengthen Patient Services To improve healthcare delivery, the Health and Social Services Ministry has launched a Customer Service Charter focused on accessibility and quality. The charter seeks to eliminate financial barriers to healthcare while reinforcing the ministry’s commitment to fair and effective medical services. Executive Director Ben Nangombe emphasized its importance. The charter will be provided in various formats to ensure it is accessible to all citizens. today4 March, 2025 65
insert_link NamibiaNo Privatization: Wildlife Resorts Sets Record Straight The Wildlife Resorts has rejected speculation that it plans to sell or privatize its lodges. The company assured the public that it remains under government ownership and is only conducting a strategic review to enhance efficiency. The audit process, according to NWR spokesperson Nelson Ashipala, is routine and should not be misinterpreted as an attempt to transfer ownership. today26 February, 2025 45
insert_link Business / EconomicsIn S.A, BOSA says Lesufi to Spin Success in Gauteng SOPA In S.A, Build One South Africa in Gauteng says premier Panyaza Lesufi will attempt to paint a picture of progress and success, when he delivers the state of the province address today. The party’s Ayanda Allie says Lesufi's 2024 address was filled with bold commitments, yet many remain unfulfilled, exposing a government failing to deliver on its promises. She says the premier will not address the failures in education, the […] today24 February, 2025 63
insert_link South AfricaIn S.A, AfriForum Demands Accountability for Municipal Mismanagement In S.A, AfriForum says it demands that Eskom and the national government hold municipal officials accountable for the gross mismanagement of municipal finances, rather than depriving paying residents of basic rights. AfriForum Deidré Steffens says in Free State, corrupt officials are keeping towns in a stranglehold by not settling municipal power debts, but now communities are expected to bear the consequences: today17 February, 2025 72
insert_link Interview TranscriptsLydia Amutenya Responds to Redforce Allegations Windhoek, February 13, 2025 City of Windhoek spokesperson Lydia Amutenya has dismissed allegations of irregularities in the municipality’s dealings with Redforce Debt Management, stating that no evidence has been provided to substantiate the claims. Speaking in response to recent concerns raised by residents and activists, Amutenya emphasized that account holders who require clarification regarding their municipal bills should contact the City of Windhoek’s customer service center at 061-290-3377 or email […] today13 February, 2025 40
insert_link South AfricaActionSA Slams Johannesburg Metro for Neglecting Vital Assets ActionSA in Johannesburg says while critical service delivery departments in the metro struggle with inadequate office equipment, vital assets at the metro centre in Braamfontein are left to deteriorate, stolen or vandalised. Following the decanting of the metro centre for safety reasons last year, all departments abandoned their office equipment, including furniture, copiers, and IT assets. ActionSA’s, Sarah Wissler, says this is a disgraceful failure of governance and resource management: […] today13 February, 2025 61
insert_link South AfricaIn S.A, ActionSA Praises Tshwane’s 100-Day Governance Milestone ActionSA says the City of Tshwane’s decisive action plan in just over 100 days, has set a new standard for governance. On Tuesday, mayor Nasiphi Moya presented the achievements of the mayoral executive as part of the 100-day plan, to strengthen the metro’s finances, revitalise the economy, and prioritise service delivery. ActionSA’s spokesperson, Matthew George, says they welcome the progress in finally restoring the dignity of clean drinking water to […] today12 February, 2025 57
insert_link Business / EconomicsWindhoek And Vivo Energy Partner on Mix Settlement Sanitation Project The City of Windhoek, in collaboration with Vivo Energy Namibia, has launched a N$600,000 project to build a sanitation hub in Windhoek’s Mix settlement. Reporting for NewsOnOne on One Africa TV, Ketemba Tjipepa states that the facility will feature six toilets and two water points, enhancing hygiene and clean water access for residents. today12 February, 2025 121