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25 Jan

JSB Sports Betting Announces N$300,000 Partnership with Futsal Namibia

info_e12wt4csSports000 Partnership with Futsal Namibia, JSB Sports Betting Announces N$300

Windhoek, Namibia - In a groundbreaking development, JSB Sports Betting’s Managing Trustee, Jayson Zulch, proudly declared a significant partnership with Futsal Namibia, amounting to N$300,000. The announcement comes on the eve of the announcement of the official Futsal Namibia National team, that will be taking on Tanzania on the 3rd February 2024 at 19h00 at the Windhoek Sports Plaza. The announcement marks a pivotal moment for both organizations, signaling a commitment to the growth and success of futsal in Namibia. Expressing his enthusiasm, Zulch stated, “We are extremely excited at JSB to get involved in such a well-organized organization such…

25 Jan

Collin Benjamin’s Tactical Brilliance Propels Brave Warriors to Round of Sixteenas Namibia Makes History at AFCON 2023

info_e12wt4csSportsCollin Benjamin showcased his masterful tactical prowess, guiding the Brave Warriors to a second historic achievement for the team and the nation., In a night that will be engraved in the histories of Namibian football history

In a night that will be engraved in the histories of Namibian football history, Collin Benjamin showcased his masterful tactical prowess, guiding the Brave Warriors to a second historic achievement for the team and the nation. The clock struck 21:00 Namibian time on January 24, 2024, when Benjamin steered his team to a groundbreaking qualification to the round of sixteen, following a momentous victory against Tunisia. The journey to this remarkable feat began with Namibia holding their ground against favorites and top-ranked Mali in a hard-fought one-all draw. Collin’s strategic charge proved pivotal in that encounter. The Brave Warriors secured…

25 Jan

Opinion Piece: Strategic Evolution in African Football: Lessons from the 2023 AFCON

info_e12wt4csOpinions, SportsOpinion Piece: Strategic Evolution in African Football: Lessons from the 2023 AFCON

Matts Haikali The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has unfolded as a captivating spectacle, and one cannot overlook the impressive performances of Portuguese-speaking nations—Cape Verde, Equatorial Guinea, Angola, and Mozambique. As we dissect their success, it becomes apparent that their triumphs are indicative of broader trends and lessons for the entire African football landscape. Senegal’s unwavering dominance, fortified by a local coach with over a decade in charge, is a testament to the dividends of stability and continuity in leadership. Morocco, buoyed by substantial economic investment, stands as a formidable force that should not be underestimated. This strategic approach…

25 Jan

ICJ could issue provisional orders to limit killings in Gaza

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Niël Terlanché Namibian legal experts have indicated that the International Court of Justice (ICJ) might order Israel to comply with provisional measures in a matter of weeks regarding the alleged genocide in Gaza. However, they stressed that more countries need to support Palestine and stand with South Africa for Israel to comply. South Africa has brought a case against Israel at the ICJ, alleging acts of genocide in the Gaza Strip, which contravenes the 1948 Genocide Convention. The allegations include mass killings, serious mental and bodily harm, forced displacement, destruction of healthcare systems, and the prevention of births in Gaza.…

25 Jan

Health ministry faces N$541 945.80 lawsuit for alleged medical negligence

info_e12wt4csNational NewsHealth ministry faces N$541 945.80 lawsuit for alleged medical negligence

Hertta-Maria Amutenja In a lawsuit filed by Foibe Kauikalelwa Israel against the Minister of Health and Social Services, the grieving mother seeks justice and compensation following a series of allegedly negligent actions that led to the death of her newborn baby during birth. According to the particulars of the claim filed at the Windhoek High Court, Israel lodged a claim against the minister citing medical negligence. The documents detail Israel’s visit to Katutura Intermediate Hospital in October 2021 for an antenatal follow-up when she was already 39 weeks pregnant. She alleged that a medical team, headed by Doctor Nanghombe, opted…

25 Jan

Regional empowerment key to resolving Government Garage issues: Mutorwa

info_e12wt4csNational NewsRegional empowerment key to resolving Government Garage issues: Mutorwa

Stefanus Nashama The Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, has suggested that decentralizing power to the regional level could effectively address the challenges facing government garages. “As a unitary state, not a central state, it’s essential that some authority concerning government garages is delegated to the regions for a more functional system,” he stated. Mutorwa made these remarks at a media conference in Windhoek, where he engaged with his staff members. He noted that there are approximately 11 government garages across Namibia. During the conference, the Minister also emphasized the importance of road construction in the country. He remarked…

25 Jan

MTC employs more than 100 ambassadors to accelerate SIM card registration

info_e12wt4csNational NewsMTC employs more than 100 ambassadors to accelerate SIM card registration

Martin Endjala In response to the low rate of Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card registration at its mobile retail stores nationwide, Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC) has recruited over 100 Ambassadors. This initiative, accompanied by extensive outreach efforts in rural, semi-rural, and peri-urban areas, aims to boost registration numbers. John Ekongo, MTC’s Corporate Communications Manager, mentioned that the company is coordinating daily with regional leadership and utilizing SMS announcements. These efforts are to inform customers in rural areas about the locations of mobile registration points. “This strategy is crucial to ensure comprehensive coverage across all regions and to register every MTC…

25 Jan

Namibia launches archival app for cultural heritage access

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNamibia launches archival app for cultural heritage access

Hertta-Maria Amutenja In a moment significant for Namibia’s cultural heritage, Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, a unveiled the Namibia Archival Application this week, a platform that has the potential to revolutionise access to the nation’s documentary heritage. The application, developed through a collaborative effort spearheaded by the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), represents a fusion of tradition and technology, bringing archival collections into the digital realm. Addressing the audience, Nghipondoka expressed her privilege in launching the Namibia Archival Application, emphasising its role as a monumental achievement in providing easy access to the country’s national documentary heritage.…

24 Jan

President Geingob accepts offer for cancer treatment in the USA

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Niël Terblanché The Office of the President has announced that President Hage Geingob has traveled to the United States of America to undergo a groundbreaking new cancer therapy. According to the Press Secretary of the Presidency, Alfredo Hengari, President Geingob has accepted a medical offer from leading scientists and medical professionals in Los Angeles, California, to undergo this specialized cancer therapy. In a statement issued late on Wednesday afternoon, Hengari assured the public that the travel, medical, and accommodation expenses of the President would not be covered by the Namibian Government. He stressed that 95 percent of the President's cancer…

24 Jan

Namibia hosts AMHEWAS training workshop

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Niël Terblanché In a significant stride towards effective disaster risk management and environmental sustainability, Namibia, for the first time ever, hosted a training workshop on the Africa Multi-Hazard Early Warning and Early Action System (AMHEWAS). The workshop, which ran from 23 to 25 January 2024, was a collaborative effort led by the Office of the Prime Minister in conjunction with various international organizations including the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) Regional Office, the African Union Commission, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), and hosted by the CIMA Research Foundation. The three-day stakeholder…