Geingob fathered an entire nation with the same love: Nangula

Geingob fathered an entire nation with the same love: Nangula

“He fathered an entire nation with the same love and concern with which he fathered his family.” These were the words of Nangula Geingos, eldest daughter of the late President Hage Geingob while celebrating her father’s legacy at a final intimate memorial service held in his honour at Casa Rosalia on Tuesday. “There is a piece of Hage in every one of us, we have been inspired, loved […]

February 22, 2024 14

South Africa

Illegal dumping swamps Nelson Mandela Bay

Residents burn rubbish outside the Motherwell NU8 clinic. Photos: Joseph Chirume By Joseph Chirume via GroundUp An ever-increasing number of illegal dump sites that are not getting cleared by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is making life unpleasant for people living in the townships of Gqeberha. It may also be impacting their health. GroundUp visited Motherwell, Kamvelihle, Wells Estate, and Kuyga, and found garbage blowing about the streets and a […]

February 2, 2024 23

Namibia

National Assembly launches 2023-2027 Strategic Plan

The National Assembly on Thursday launched the 2023 to 2027 Strategic Plan in the capital. The National Assembly provides an important platform for members of parliament to discuss Government policy, propose new legislation, amend or repeal outdated laws, amend the Constitution, or discuss other topics of national interest. Speaking at the launch, Peter Katjavivi, Speaker of the National Assembly, said, “The National Assembly has been unwavering in its pursuit […]

January 19, 2024 27

Opinion Pieces

South Africa’s ANC marks its 112th year with an eye on national elections, but its record is patchy and future uncertain

By Sandy Africa, University of Pretoria The speech President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered at the 112th birthday celebration of South Africa’s governing party, the African National Congress (ANC), on 13 January can be seen as the party’s opening election gambit: a stadium packed to capacity, the display of a united leadership, and an invocation of three decades of success, delivered by a leader firmly in control of his party. The […]

January 17, 2024 12

Namibia

Agronomic Board earns first quality management certification

The Agronomic Board has received a quality management system certification from the Namibian Standards Institution, making it the first state-owned enterprise to receive the certification. NAB Chief Executive Officer Fidelis Mwazi says the system will ensure that services are delivered promptly.

November 28, 2023 20

Namibia

President Geingob gives feedback on service delivery

President Hage Geingob today addressed the media on his highlights of the ‘year of revival’ at the State House, along with his Cabinet. He gave the country feedback on service delivery. Frederico Links from the Institute for Public Policy Research weighs in.

November 27, 2023 53

Namibia

Ongwediva mayor retains position

Taarah Shalyefu has been re-elected as Ongwediva mayor and will lead the council for the next 12 months. His fellow Swapo councillor, Ulalia Katonyala, retained her position as deputy mayor of the town, while Naemi Amuthenu (Swapo), Jona Helao (IPC) and Fabiam George (Swapo) remain members of the management committee. Meanwhile, Mathews Tiyaho and Ottillie Haitota, both from IPC, are ordinary members of the seven-member Ongwediva Town Council office bearers. […]

November 21, 2023 12