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19 Jan

CoW faces another setback in electing office-bearers

info_e12wt4csNational NewsCoW faces another setback in electing office-bearers

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Windhoek City Council encountered a recurring setback as it attempted to elect office-bearers, once again leaving the local governance structure incomplete. Under the oversight of Magistrate Ndapewa Amadhila, who presided over the proceedings, the election process was compelled to adjourn due to the absence of several local authority councillors. “Last year, when the elections were adjourned, most members indicated they would not be available on this day,” Former CoW Mayor Fransina Kahungu pointed out. The absence of these councillors has disrupted the process of filling the remaining two management committee positions. The Chief Executive Officer of the…

19 Jan

Namibian trade records a deficit of N$4 billion

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNamibian trade records a deficit of N$4 billion

Stefanus Nashama In November 2023, Namibia’s trade balance revealed a deficit of N$4 billion, as reported by Alex Shimuafeni, the Statistician-General at the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA), in the Namibia Merchandise Trade Statistics Bulletin for November 2023. Shimuafeni noted that the N$4 billion deficit, while showing improvement compared to the N$4.5 billion deficit recorded in October 2023, also represented a worsening when compared to the N$2.8 billion deficit from November 2022. China emerged as Namibia’s largest market for exports, while South Africa retained its position as the country’s primary supplier. Shimuafeni elaborated on the composition of Namibia’s export basket for…

19 Jan

RDP calls for fair elections in November

info_e12wt4csNational NewsMike Kavekotora, RDP calls for fair elections in November

Martin Endjala The President of the Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP), Mike Kavekotora, has called for fair elections in November 2024, emphasizing that the party is fully prepared to challenge the ruling Swapo Party. “We at the RDP are more prepared than ever for the 2024 elections. We wish our competitors the best of luck for 2024 and urge the ruling party to ensure a level playing field in November. Our SWOT analysis identified three critical challenges: lack of funds, the emergence of new parties, and election irregularities. We have addressed these challenges, and as a result, we will…

19 Jan

PDM urges MAWLR to modernize maize production

info_e12wt4csNational NewsPDM urges MAWLR to modernize maize production

Hertta-Maria Amutenja In an appeal to the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform (MAWLR), the Popular Democratic Movement leader, McHenry Venaani has stressed the need for Namibia to modernize its maize production to enhance food security in the country. The call comes in the wake of disconcerting statistics revealing the import of approximately 82,000 tonnes of maize in 2023, despite the country’s abundant agricultural potential. Venaani said Namibia, stands at the threshold of an agricultural revolution that could transform its prairies into fields of abundance. However, reports projecting a mere 42 percent coverage of Namibia’s white maize grain demand…

19 Jan

Swift response restores services at flooded Tondoro Health Centre

info_e12wt4csNational NewsSwift response restores services at flooded Tondoro Health Centre

Niël Terblanché The Tondoro Health Centre in the Kavango West Region faced a daunting challenge as it was inundated by floodwaters following a heavy thunderstorm on Wednesday. Despite the adversity, prompt action and cooperation from local authorities and the Roads Authority of Namibia (RA) ensured the delivery of all health services remained uninterrupted. Ben Nangombe, the Executive Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services, provided insights into the incident, revealing that multiple rooms within the health centre were affected. These included the waiting area, reception area, pharmacy, storage area, and even the delivery room, all of which became…

19 Jan

Generous donation empowers education at JP Brand Primary School

info_e12wt4csNational NewsGenerous donation empowers education at JP Brand Primary School

Niël Terblanché In a significant stride towards bolstering education in the Topnaar community, Deep Yellow Limited, in partnership with its subsidiary, Reptile Mineral Resources and Exploration (Pty) Ltd (RMR), has made a generous donation to JP Brand Primary School within the Walvis Bay Circuit of the Directorate of Education, Arts, and Culture. This benevolent contribution addresses a pressing need identified by the Office of the Traditional Authority of the Topnaars at Utuseb. The urgency for school uniforms for 54 students currently enrolled at JP Brand Primary School was conveyed to the Office of the Traditional Authority, which subsequently sought assistance.…

19 Jan

Eight more suspects linked to the fugitive Rebebe arrested

info_e12wt4csMainEight more suspects linked to the fugitive Rebebe arrested

Niël Terblanché Eight more suspects linked to the multimillion-dollar theft by the 30-year-old Nico Hijendepi Rebebe an employee of Bank Windhoek at its Opuwo branch were arrested in Rundu during an intelligence-led operation executed by the Namibian Police. Rebebe attempted to steal N$200 million from his employers through a series of illicit money transfers. The arrest of six suspects were made on Wednesday after one of the suspects attempted to withdraw huge sums of money over the counter at the Rundu branch of Bank Windhoek. Two more arrested on Thursday after another attempted to withdraw a large sum of money…

18 Jan

Rössing invests in possible future employees

info_e12wt4csObserver MoneyRössing invests in possible future employees

Niël Terblanché In a heartwarming gesture that highlights its commitment to education and community development, Rössing Uranium recently made a significant donation to the Tsumkwe Senior Secondary School.The donation included 400 school bags filled with essential stationery items, aimed at supporting the learners in their educational journey. The primary objective of the generous donation is to empower future employees and students, enabling them to concentrate on their studies while aspiring to reach greater heights, regardless of the challenges they may face. Rössing’s Corporate Communication Manager, Daylight Ekandjo, reaffirmed the mining company’s dedication to investing in education. Ekandjo stressed the pivotal…

18 Jan

Trustco needs N$2.4 billion to tap into Namibia’s economic potential

info_e12wt4csObserver MoneyTrustco needs N$2.4 billion to tap into Namibia’s economic potential

Martin Endjala Trustco Group Holdings Limited is set to raise N$2.4 billion from shareholders to tap into Namibia’s economic potential. This pivotal transaction with key shareholders is said to underscore confidence in Namibia’s bright economic prospects and Trustco’s time-tested capabilities to channel investment into high-growth areas. Trustco and United States fund Riskowitz Value Fund LP (RVF) will enter into an option to make a cash investment of up to N$950 million into Trustco, entrenching RVF as a key anchor foreign investor. The capital will provide Trustco with the unparalleled financial muscle to capitalise on new opportunities and strengthen existing investments…

18 Jan

N$20,000 reward offered for the capture of fugitive Rebebe

info_e12wt4csNational News000 reward offered for the capture of fugitive Rebebe, N$20

Niël Terblanché The Namibian Police have announced that Bank Windhoek is offering a reward of N$20,000 for information leading to the arrest of Nico Hijendepi Rebebe, the man who attempted to steal N$200 million from the bank’s Opuwo branch over the past weekend. Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, head of the Namibian Police’s Public Relations Division, revealed that in the meantime, two of Rebebe’s accomplices, a 34-year-old man named Untag Kamati, and a 19-year-old girl named Fenni Megameno Ankoshi, have been arrested and charged with fraud and theft. “The two accomplices appeared in the Opuwo Magistrate’s Court on charges of theft…