Windhoek Observer

Niël Terblanché PowerCom held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new telecommunications tower in Mupini village in the Kavango West region on Thursday. Emma Theofelus, Namibia's Minister of Information and Communication Technology, who inaugurated the tower, explained the project's significance for the region and the nation. "This tower represents far more than just the construction of a physical structure; it is a giant leap forward in Namibia's digital journey, opening up a world of opportunity for the people of Rundu and the Kavango Region," she said. Theofelus stressed the ministry's commitment to transforming Namibia into a digitally inclusive nation. Initiatives such…

Martin Endjala The police plan to put up shade ports and roofs at all major police checkpoints. Ongwediva has become the latest police checkpoint with infrastructure that provides shade for officers and their equipment. The infrastructure at the Ongwediva police checkpoint will be inaugurated on Saturday, according to police spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi. “The Namibian Police Force has been and will continue to construct and/or upgrade our facilities, depending on the available or allocated budget. The total cost is still unknown. Indeed, the Oshiko police checkpoint will be inaugurated on Saturday, 20 July 2024, and the cost implications and…

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Businessman Shapwa Kanyama defended his company's medical supplies delivery record during court proceedings this week. He was refuting claims made by lawyers defending Mathilde Kadhikwa, who claimed that a Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) report had cited his company, Africure, for failing to deliver medical supplies on time. "It does not say it’s my company. We have no record of not delivering or not delivering on time," said Kanyama. Kadhikwa engaged Henry Shimutwikeni's legal services. Kanyama’s statement came in response to allegations presented by Shimutwikeni, suggesting that his company was part of those criticised in the GIZ…

Niël Terblanché President Nangolo Mbumba stressed the importance of a structured approach to development projects within the country. This statement followed a proposal by Austrian company Global Housing Solutions to address Namibia's housing backlog by offering innovative modular building solutions. During a visit to State House on Wednesday, former Austrian Chancellor Alfred Gusenbauer presented the proposal, which includes a contract with a state-owned Austrian bank for a loan featuring a three-year grace period before repayments commence. Global Housing Solutions has proposed to build affordable houses in Namibia using a government-backed loan of N$1.4 billion (70 million euros). Gusenbauer, who introduced…

Niël Terblanché Swakopmund is grappling with a severe housing crisis exacerbated by rapid urbanization and a burgeoning population in the sprawling DRC informal settlement. This settlement, established in 2001, has seen a continuous influx of Namibians from various regions seeking job opportunities, resulting in over 20 000 residents living below the poverty line. In response to this pressing issue, Swakopmund Mayor Dina Namubes has said the need for targeted approaches to affordable housing. "To make our town inclusive and spur economic growth, it is imperative to adopt new strategies that address the housing needs of low-income earners," Namubes said. Against…