Windhoek

Last Blood Donation Clinics of the Year Set for December 14

The final Saturday clinics for the year will be held on tomorrow 14 December, in Windhoek, Walvis Bay, Okahandja, and Oshakati, with donations accepted from 08:00 to 15:00 at various locations. The Namibia Blood Transfusion Service encourages all healthy individuals aged 16 to 65 to donate, and in return, donors will receive a festive gift as a token of appreciation for their lifesaving contribution. NamBTS' Zita Tobin:

13 December, 2024

Namibia

Windhoek Extends Deadline for Voluntary Exchange of Katutura and Khomasdal Houses

The Municipal Council of Windhoek has provided an update on the Voluntary Exchange Programme for houses built in the 1959-1960s in Katutura and Khomasdal. The initiative, designed to celebrate and conserve the city’s heritage, has seen 23 applications so far. The council has extended the deadline to February 2025 to encourage further participation, especially from areas with low representation. Homeowners of qualifying properties are invited to apply for modern homes […]

11 December, 2024

Local

UPDATE ON THE VOLUNTARY EXCHANGE OF THE 1959-1960s KATUTURA AND KHOMASDAL HOUSES PROGRAMME

The Municipal Council of Windhoek is pleased to provide an update on the Voluntary Exchange of the 1959-1960s Katutura and Khomasdal Houses Programme. This initiative seeks to celebrate our history by recognizing, protecting, and conserving our city’s heritage for the benefit of current and future generations. The Council invited homeowners of houses built between 1959 and the 1960s in the townships of Katutura (Herero, Damara, Nama, Ovambo, Donkerhoek, Gemengde) […]

11 December, 2024

Nam Elections 2024

SADC Election Observers Arrive in Namibia for November Polls

The Electoral Commissions Forum of SADC Countries has deployed a mission to Namibia to observe the Presidential and National Assembly elections on November 27. The 37-member delegation, led by Hon. Justice Priscilla Chigumba of Zimbabwe, includes representatives from nine SADC nations and two from West Africa for peer learning. Based in Windhoek’s Mercure Hotel, the mission will assess Namibia's electoral process, ensuring transparency and impartiality. A preliminary statement will follow […]

21 November, 2024

Namibia

Men Stand Against GBV in Unique Cook-Off Competition

In a bold move to tackle gender-based violence, UN Namibia is hosting a Men's Cook-Off competition on November 22nd, as part of the global 16 Days of Activism. The event, to be held at the UN House in Windhoek, brings together men from various sectors to cook for a cause—advocating for gender equality. The competition marks the launch of a new partnership aimed at raising awareness and inspiring action […]

20 November, 2024

Namibia

Medical Interns Demand Overtime Pay or Halt Overtime Work

Over 300 medical interns are threatening to stop working overtime unless the government settles their outstanding overtime pay within five days. The interns, employed by the Health and Social Services ministry, staged a protest in Windhoek and submitted a petition to the Office of the Prime Minister. If their concerns remain unaddressed, they plan to limit their working hours to 40 hours per week, as per Health Professions Council guidelines.

20 November, 2024

Namibia

Government to Launch Education Transformation Implementation Charter

The Education, Arts and Culture, ministry along with Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation, will launch the Education Transformation Implementation Charter on Thursday, 21 November, at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek. This initiative follows the National Conference on Education and aims to enhance Namibia’s education system. With the support of stakeholders, the event will focus on mobilizing resources to improve teaching, learning outcomes, and the relevance of tertiary education. Vice-President Netumbo […]

19 November, 2024

Business / Economics

CRAN Hosts Public Hearing on QoS Standards and Spectrum Strategy

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia held a public hearing in Windhoek on 14 November, focusing on two important issues: the Quality of Service standards for telecommunications and broadcasting, and the Spectrum Assignment Strategy for 2025 to 2027. The organizations's Mufaro Nesongano expands:

19 November, 2024

Namibia

Special voting day commences at Van Rijn Primary School in Windhoek

Today marked a bustling start to Namibia's special voting day at Van Rijn Primary School in Windhoek. According to our correspondent Envaalde Matheus, the voting center was particularly packed with voters from the police, army, and special forces, including high-profile figures like Inspector General Joseph Shikongo. Shikongo emphasized that law enforcement is committed to ensuring a peacef0ul and intimidation-free environment to support a credible and fair voting process.

13 November, 2024