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18 Sep

Namibia needs more International Airports: Captain NelsonTuhafeni Kalangula

ObserverNational NewsNamibia needs more International Airports: Captain NelsonTuhafeni Kalangula

Namibia only has 2 ICAO standard international airport, the Hosea Kutako International Airport (Runway length 4532 meters), located 45km on the outskirt eastern of Windhoek, and Walvis Bay International Airport, 15 Km east of the town (Runway - 3500 meters) which mostly accommodate flights to and from South Africa, the airport was upgraded and became our second international airport in 2016, which positioned it at the forefront in airport technology in Southern Africa, a status that deserves full utilisation and promotion. Eros Airport (Runway - 2229 meters) is one of the good airports we have but limited in operations due…

18 Sep

DTS Beach Volleyball Tournament

ObserverSportsAfrican Marketing and OTB Sport., DTS Beach Volleyball Tournament

Mathew T Haikali Windhoek, Namibia : On September 16th, the capital city played host to the highly anticipated DTS Beach Volleyball Tournament, generously sponsored by African Marketing and OTB Sport. This event drew 35 enthusiastic beach volleyball teams, competing across five diverse categories. Despite the hot weather conditions, the tournament witnessed spirited competition and showcased remarkable talent. The Social category, featuring five teams, provided an exciting start to the tournament, with Kalipi Ndeshipanda & Simeon Ndaxula exhibiting exemplary teamwork, securing the top position. Dorothy Nambahu & Joseph Shapumba fought valiantly and secured the second position, followed closely by Mark Brinkmann…

18 Sep

MVA Fund disburses an average of N$200 million for medical claims annually

ObserverNational NewsMVA Fund disburses an average of N$200 million for medical claims annually

Martin Endjala For the past three years, with the exception of medical claims, the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA) spent on average N$200 million per year on service providers such as doctors, hospitals and medical treatment of victims of road crashes. This was revealed by the Fund’s Chief Executive Office, Rosalia Martins-Hausiku, during a media engagement in Windhoek last week. She said that the fund also pays out personal claims such as funerals, injury grants, loss of support grants and loss of income. She indicated that in 2021 the fund was taxed with 2 741 claims valued at N$71 million.…

18 Sep

International travel vlogger blacklistedby MEFT for breaking park rules

ObserverNational NewsInternational travel vlogger blacklistedby MEFT for breaking park rules

Hertta-Maria Amutenya The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) has strongly condemned the violation of park rules within Namibia’s national parks after a foreign visitor was filmed violating the rules and regulations of Etosha National Park. The travel vlogger, operating under the account name Travel with PEACE, broke park regulations earlier this month after a video of him was posted on social media when he ventured outside his vehicle with his crew in Etosha National Park. The team was filming black rhinos which is prohibited by all means. Romeo Muyunda, the ministry’s spokesperson, condemned the incident and announced the…

18 Sep

Amoomo pleads for financial support to fight redline

ObserverNational NewsAmoomo pleads for financial support to fight redline

Stefanus Nashama Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo, representing Affirmative Repositioning Movement Leader, Job Amupanda, in the court battle to remove the veterinary cordon fence (red line), has pleaded with the public for financial support to continue with the case. Amoomo begged the public for financial support over the weekend, saying that as the fight continues, they would need money to cover legal costs to continue with the case in the Supreme Court. He has said that so far only three people have made financial contributions. According to the lawyer, the government has now taken his client, Amupanda to the Supreme Court regarding…

18 Sep

Persons with disabilities to be accorded equal opportunities in the GH2 project

ObserverEnergy, National NewsPersons with disabilities to be accorded equal opportunities in the GH2 project

Martin Endjala The Government has reiterated that it will ensure that all persons with disabilities are given equal opportunities not only in the Green Hydrogen (GH2) project but in all developmental projects in the country. This comes after the Namibia National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) Executive Director Linekela Nanyeni, expressed concerns about the lack of representation of the deaf community in the GH2 and other development projects in the country. He expressed the deaf community’s disappointment with the GH2 project, saying that they feel excluded from the ongoing engagements and discussions. “Namibia is home to many deaf persons and…

18 Sep

Taxpayers must comply with freight tax regulations

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Niël Terblanché The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has issued a notice to all taxpayers regarding the declaration and payment of freight tax before 1 December 2023. Commissioner Sam Shivute highlighted the importance of adhering to the stipulated regulations as set out in the Income Tax Act of 1981. The tax, as outlined in Section 34 of the Act, focuses primarily on non-resident owners or charterers of ships and aircraft. It targets income generated from the embarking of passengers and the loading of livestock, mail, or goods within Namibian territory. The levy applies to 10 percent of the gross income (considered…

18 Sep

Namibian healthcare system under severe strain

ObserverMainNamibian healthcare system under severe strain

Niël Terblanché Doctors across Namibia have sounded the alarm about the lack of resources they have to deal with when attempting to treat sick patients. Public hospitals are struggling with severe shortages, ranging from staff to beds, and even essential medical supplies while sick people face extended wait times for consultations and vital treatments. The Namibian Medical Association (NMA) has appealed to the government, emphasizing the urgency for augmented funding. The NMA has expressed serious concerns regarding the below-average working conditions that doctors and other medical personnel have to endure, which they believe significantly contributes to the strain on the…

17 Sep

Namibia: Uranium Rich; but, Energy PoorTowards Energy Security

ObserverOpinionsEnergy PoorTowards Energy Security, Namibia: Uranium Rich; but

Dr Eng Kuiri F Tjipangandjara (D Sci Eng) Dedication: Engineer Siseho Simasiku (1947 – 2016) – For his Vision on Nuclear Energy. Indeed, the future looks bright for the Namibian Uranium Industry. The World has big hunger and thirst for uranium. What is encouraging is the fact that both the uranium prices (spot ad contract) are on the increase. Whilst meeting the global demand for uranium, Namibia can explore the windfall from the resurging nuclear industry to address socio-economic challenges facing the Country. Namibia cannot remain an exporter of the yellow cake only. Namibia must take a step further and…

17 Sep

Just Saying with Matts Haikali

ObserverOpinions, SportsJust Saying with Matts Haikali

I have been following keenly the various tournament being organized around the country and I have observed a very sutle but disturbing trend amongst the organizer. While the promotions of mass participation in sports is important. I have a feeling something is not right somewhere.Am just saying , in an era where progress towards gender equality is being championed across the globe, it remains disheartening to witness disparities persisting within the realm of sports rewards in Namibia at community level.The question arises: Why do women’s sports tournaments often receive fewer rewards than their male counterparts? While it is crucial to…