insert_link Namibia Windhoek residents take to the streets to pay respect Windhoek residents on Friday took to the streets in numbers to pay their last respects during a funeral procession for the late President Hage Geingob. Residents stood alongside the designated route that started at State House and ended at Geingob’s residence, Casa Rosalia. A sombre mood prevailed throughout the procession while mourners lined the streets, some displaying posters that said ‘Rest in peace Mr President’, some waving Namibian flags and […] todayFebruary 23, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia City of Windhoek issues deadline for prepaid meter update The City of Windhoek is updating all pre-paid electricity meters in Windhoek and is asking members of the public to cooperate with it’s officials. City spokesperson Lydia Amutenya says that the current prepaid meter system will expire on 24 November 2024 and a token change is needed to keep all the pre-paid meters working after this date. todayFebruary 22, 2024 111
Local City of Windhoek provides clarity and context in response to the New Era Newspaper Article titled “City is broke: Kandjeke”. The City of Windhoek (City) has noted with concern the article published in the New Era newspaper on 19th February 2024. While appreciating the media's role in keeping the public informed, we find the headline and context provided sensational and unfortunate since such selective journalistic exploits have the potential to cause unprovoked panic among the entire chain of our stakeholders and residents alike. It is crucial for journalists […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia City of Windhoek addresses media report In response to a recent article published in the New Era newspaper on February 19, 2024, the City of Windhoek has issued a statement expressing concern over what it called “sensationalized and unfortunate journalism”. The article in question referenced an audit report highlighting historic financial matters dating back to the financial year ending June 30, 2021. While acknowledging the significance of the report, CEO Moses Matyayi pointed out that this […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Namibia International Energy Conference taking place in April The Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) is scheduled to take place in Windhoek from 23 to 25 April 2024. It is expected to unite government officials, private companies, investors, and thought leaders from across the globe to unlock the full potential of Namibia’s energy industry, a statement issued by BopheleCommunications said. The conference will take place under the patronage of Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo and […] todayFebruary 9, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Information Ministry to serve as central hub for late President Geingob’s funeral plans Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Peya Mushelenga, has urged the public to disregard information circulating on social media regarding the mourning and funeral arrangements of the late President Hage Geingob. Geingob who was 82, died on Sunday in Windhoek. todayFebruary 7, 2024 20
insert_link Namibia ACC and TAIEX host anti-corruption workshop The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is hosting an anti-corruption framework workshop in Windhoek this week in partnership with the Technical Assistance and Information Exchange (TAIEX) instrument of the European Commission. The three-day workshop started on Monday. Its objectives align with the execution of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy and Action Plan of 2021-2025, with the focus on Act 2.1.3 which focuses on establishing a comprehensive framework at national level to conduct […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 29
insert_link Namibia Michael Saddam Amushelelo Claims Unfulfilled Promises of COVID-19 Relief in Windhoek Constituencies Michael Saddam Amushelelo alleges that the people in various constituencies in Windhoek were promised N$1800 dollars once off and N$600 per month during the Covid-19 Pandemic in the city by the Gender ministry. A protest event is planned for today in the Windhoek constituency of Tobias Hainyeko. todayJanuary 25, 2024 26
insert_link Namibia Windhoek City Police Chief Leevi Shivolo Ileka discussed the growing presence of street children At a press conference in the capital, Windhoek City Police Chief Leevi Shivolo Ileka discussed the growing presence of street children and their engagement in criminal activities, particularly robberies. In addition, Leevi also noted an increase in scams targeting residents searching for accommodation, as well as parents looking to enroll their children in schools or universities. todayJanuary 22, 2024 15