Windhoek

Omutamanekwa momunyeka kwa homatiwa wo NAMDIA, oshibofa shaye shaundulilwa komesho

Joel Angula (45), eli umwe womo vatamanekwa moshikumugu shomunyeka kwahomatiwa mo mehangano lo NAMDIA, nena okwa holoka komesho yomangu ya magistrate mo Wndhoek. Angula okwa taalela omatamaneko ayooloka omo mwakwatelwa edipao, onghendabala yedipao oshoyo oku fadukapo nouwe inavahongwa. Omutamanekwa pamwe naye moshinima Sam Shololo, naye okwa taalela omatamaneko afaafano ashike yee otakutiwa okuli moshipangelo pefimbo eli omolwo oshiponga shokuyashwa pefimbo vali tavanyeke. Epangelo olaanya okuyandja omito yokulifutilamo komutamanekwa na Angula […]

21 January, 2025

Namibia

LPM Youth Demands Depoliticisation of National Youth Council

The Landless People’s Movement Youth Command has urged the depoliticisation of the National Youth Council. This call comes after a protest in Windhoek, where young people rejected the interim board appointed by Sport, Youth, and National Service Minister Agnes Tjongarero. LPM's Duminga Ndala shared her expectations with One Africa TV’s Josia Shiwedha.

17 January, 2025

Namibia

Cuba Primary School Pupils to Share Facilities as Construction Continues…

Pupils at Cuba Primary School in Windhoek will continue sharing facilities with Dr Abraham Iyambo Primary School while their own school is under construction as indicated by local media reports. The school, located in the Havana informal settlement, was established in 2023 to address overcrowding at Dr Abraham Iyambo Primary School. Although the completion of the new building was initially scheduled for 2024, Khomas director of education Paulus Nghikembua […]

16 January, 2025

Namibia

Windhoek Residents to Protest ACC Over Redforce Investigation Delays

Windhoek residents are set to demonstrate at the ACC headquarters on January 27, 2025, demanding progress in the three-year-old Redforce contract investigation. Activist Shaun Gariseb condemned the prolonged delay, citing household hardships caused by a faulty billing system. Protestors allege evidence tampering in Gobabis and claim the contract was improperly approved. They vow to intensify actions if their calls for fairness and accountability are ignored.

15 January, 2025

Namibia

High Court orders immediate action in National Youth Council case

The High Court has issued a ruling in the matter between the National Youth Council (NYC) and protestors following a legal challenge regarding disruptions at the NYC’s premises in Windhoek. The court heard the application brought by the NYC and individuals, including Beverly Silas-Igaras, Dominic Mukumba, and the Minister of Sport, Youth, and National Service, against William Minnie, Julia Nekwaya, Jafet Amakali, and the Inspector General of the Namibian Police. […]

14 January, 2025

Business / Economics

Chinese Foreign Minister Set To Meet Vice President Nandi-Ndwaitwah

His Excellency Wang Yi, China's Foreign Minister, will hold discussions with Her Excellency Dr. Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah, Namibia's Vice President and President-Elect, at the Old State House in Windhoek. This meeting is part of his official visit to Namibia, which runs until January 7. Ambassador Penda Naanda is from the Namibian Ministry of Foreign Relations:

6 January, 2025

Health / Medical

Dr. Shaun Whittaker Highlights Mental Wellness Amid Year-End Stress

With financial pressures and holiday demands taking a toll, the festive season can be challenging. Windhoek psychologist Dr. Shaun Whittaker encourages individuals to maintain focus on their mental health.

20 December, 2024

Environment

Ecologist Weighs In On Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Session

Namibia recently hosted the 11th Session of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services in Windhoek. The session saw the launch of the Nexus Report, a groundbreaking assessment on the interconnections between biodiversity, water, food, and health. Ecologist Dr. Peter Cuningham:

19 December, 2024

Namibia

City Police tightens festive season safety measures

The Windhoek City Police have intensified safety measures for the festive season, focusing on traffic law enforcement, including drinking and driving. City Police spokesperson, Superintendent Marcelline Kiddy Murapo urged residents to secure their homes, avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, and report suspicious activities.

16 December, 2024