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09 Feb

Katjavivi calls on Namibians to respect constitution

ObserverNational Newse Constitution of the Republic of Namibia, Katjavivi calls on Namibians to respect constitution

Martin Endjala National Assembly Speaker, Peter Katjavivi has called on all Namibians to respect and guard the country’s constitution, which is a fundamental aspect that governs the rights and freedom of all citizens. “Let us continue to respect and guard the Constitution of the Republic of Namibia, so as to galvanize peace, stability and harmony in our country”, the speaker echoed in commemoration of the Namibian constitution which was adopted on the very same day in 1990. On 9 February 1990, a constituent assembly consisting of 72 elected representatives from various political parties partake in its adoption,” Katjavivi said. Further…

09 Feb

FNB commits to SMEs loan scheme

ObserverNational NewsFNB Chief Executive Officer Erwin Tjipuka, FNB commits to SMEs loan scheme, FNB Executive for Commercial Banking Sepo Haihambo

Martin Endjala The First National Bank of Namibia today announced its commitment towards the Small and Medium Enterprise businesses’ loan schemes by deploying funds aimed at helping businesses get set for economic recovery. This comes after the announcement of the re-launch of loan schemes announced last week by the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Namibia. According to FNB Chief Executive Officer Erwin Tjipuka, the announcement by the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises and BON, and as a member of the Bankers Association of Namibia, FNB is proud to partner with the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises…

09 Feb

“Arrest the killer!”

ObserverNational NewsFrans Ndengu, Khomas Regional Commander, Sofia Ananias

Martin Endjala Michael Amushelelo this morning confronted Khomas Regional Commander, Commissioner David Indongo and accused him of refusing to arrest the Inspector General, Joseph Shikongo for his involvement in a fatal accident last December, that led to the death of three people. Shikongo was driving his private vehicle at the time of the crash, that led to the deaths of Sofia Ananias, Frans Ndengu and Stefanus Shahafinge. Although a case has been opened, the matter is currently in the hands of the Prosecutor General’s office to decide whether or not to prosecute and if so, on what charge. Shikongo was…

09 Feb

Justice Delayed…

ObserverNational NewsChief Justice Peter Shivute, Justice Delayed…

Martin Endjala Chief Justice Peter Shivute says the low performance of lower courts in the country last year was because of a lack of economic resources, adding that in order to see more magistrates, more courtrooms and more support staff, sufficient funds are needed to run periodical courts and to pay witness fees in order to reduce backlog of cases on the court rolls. “We have, however, not given up. We cannot give up. We shall strive hard to bring about a discernible improvement in the operations of the Lower Courts,” Shivute said during his address at the opening of…

09 Feb

Investors’ N$60 billion stolen

ObserverNational NewsInvestors’ N$60 billion stolen, N$ 60 billion

Staff Writer Nampol is investigating a fraud case in which N$ 60 billion was reportedly stolen from the Credit Union of Namibia in December at an unknown date and time. Khomas police Spokesperson Warrant Silas Shipandeni said that the suspects unlawfully and intentionally took money intended for the investors. He however says the number of suspects is yet to be determined. No money has been recovered and no arrests have been yet as of yet and investigations into the matter continue. The Chief Executive Officer of the Credit Union, Theron Louie is the complainant.

09 Feb

CoW requested to intensify delivery of serviced land

ObserverNational NewsCoW requested to intensify delivery of serviced land, Erastus Uutoni, Uapingen

Hertha-Maria Amutenja The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Erastus Uutoni has appealed to the City of Windhoek under the new leadership of Nudo councilor Mayor Joseph Uapingene to intensify the delivery of serviced land and proper sanitation. “I wish to strongly appeal to the City Council under the able leadership of Uapingene to intensify the provision of service land as well as the provision of proper sanitation. I am reliably informed that if we don’t seriously address the issue sewerage starting from now we are likely to face a very big challenge in a few years to come. Therefore…

09 Feb

“Be beyond reproach”

ObserverNational Newspresident Hage Geingob, “Be beyond reproach”

Martin Endjala Legal Practitioners may soon be required to offer free legal services to members of the public, as President Hage Geingob presented a proposal for mandatory pro bono legal aid before various legal professionals today. Geingob made the proposal at the official 2023 legal year opening today, saying that it will expand access to justice and will aid citizens who are unable to cover legal costs. The president also called on the Ministry of Justice in consultation with the Legal fraternity to come up with proposals that will improve the broader provision of legal aid, with the prohibitive factor…

07 Feb

“You Must Resign!” Geingob reads his Ministers the riot act.

ObserverNational NewsNBC programme, Talk of the Nation, “You Must Resign!” Geingob reads his Ministers the riot act.

Martin Endjala President Hage Geingob today told ministers who disagree with decisions made at cabinet level to resign. Geingob says it is the duty of ministers to infact advocate and defend such decisions as they are binding. Geingob made the remarks at the first 2023 Cabinet session held at state house. “Being a member of the cabinet should never be about advancing personal interests or those of family, friends or associates. It is not about advancing your own personal agenda and therefore, as I have stated before, if you disagree with a collective decision taken and agreed upon by cabinet,…

07 Feb

Wasserfall’s boyfriend recounts last moments before horrific murder

ObserverNational NewsAzaan Madisia(30) and Steven Malundu, Wasserfall’s boyfriend recounts last moments before horrific murder

Petrus Shoopala, Shannon Wasserfall’s boyfriend today testified in the Windhoek High court, narrating the events that ensued, the last time he saw her alive. Shoopala, a state witness, took to the stand to testify in the criminal trial of siblings, Azaan Madisia(30) and Steven Malundu, who are accused of murdering Wasserfall(22) and burying her in a shallow grave, in the Walvis Bay dunes, a few meters away from Dunes mall. In his testimony, Shoopala said that Madisia is a friend of his and that they used to attend the same church. On that fateful day, he said he went for…

“Why did you complicate things?,” Geingob questions Nghipondoka<br>Calls to revisit major education decisions

07 Feb

“Why did you complicate things?,” Geingob questions Nghipondoka
Calls to revisit major education decisions

ObserverNational NewsAnna Nghipondoka, Why did you complicate things?, ” Geingob questions Nghipondoka

Martin Endjala President Hage Geingob said the education sector is now complicated and urges Cabinet to revisit a number of issues pertaining to the Namibian education system. “We all saw the outcome of the 2022 the NSSC, Advanced Subsidiary level exam or whatever it is called. You even complicated the issues. Just the name. By putting ‘senior’, you already complicate things. We used to say Matric. Now this senior senior. That in itself already complicated the matter. For older people of course. Maybe the young people understand it easily. Complicated. Minister, why? Senior, higher, what what. Matric, standard eight. It…