info_e12wt4cs – Page 596

12 Oct

Geingob and Ramaphosa to convene for the third Bi-National Commission

info_e12wt4csNational NewsGeingob and Ramaphosa to convene for the third Bi-National Commission

Niël Terblanché The spirit of mutual cooperation and collaboration between South Africa and Namibia is set to shine through this week. On 13 October 2023, President Hage Geingob of the Republic of Namibia will welcome his South African counterpart, President Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa, for the third Session of the Bi-National Commission (BNC). The session, co-chaired by both presidents, follows an agreement reached during President Geingob’s State Visit to South Africa on 20 April 2023. Established in 2012, the BNC has since been a pivotal forum to boost bilateral ties, coordinate diplomatic stances, and discuss shared concerns at both regional and…

12 Oct

Parliamentary Chair urges vigilancefor enhanced personal security

info_e12wt4csNational NewsParliamentary Chair urges vigilancefor enhanced personal security

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Innovation, Modestus Amutse, has emphasised the critical role of cybersecurity in enhancing personal security.Speaking at the 7th National Youth Summit, Amutse highlighted the importance of proactive participation in cybersecurity programs under the theme “Re-thinking cybersecurity investment to secure the digital economy and its opportunities.”He stressed the necessity to fortify cybersecurity to remain vigilant and extend a helping hand to protect one another. He mentioned recent media reports that drew attention to criminal syndicates exploiting ICT to engage youth in fraudulent activities and abhorrent practices like…

12 Oct

SADC Anti-Corruption workshop kick starts in Swakopmund

info_e12wt4csNational NewsSADC Anti-Corruption workshop kick starts in Swakopmund

Niël Terblanché The heads of anti-corruption agencies across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region converged in Swakopmund for a critical three-day workshop. The event will be spearheaded by Thom Shamakamba, the newly appointed Chairperson of the SADC Anti-Corruption Committee. Assuming the position from Paulus Noah, Director General for the Anti-Corruption Commission of Namibia, Shamakamba commended his predecessor for his leadership. He also lauded the Republic of Namibia, represented by the Governor of the Erongo Region, Neville Andre, for their hospitality. The workshop, in its second iteration, will focus on galvanizing joint efforts against corruption, which plagues the region by…

12 Oct

Government allocates millions to subsidise shelters

info_e12wt4csMainGovernment allocates millions to subsidise shelters

Martin Endjala Doreen Sioka, the Minister of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare, announced that the ministry has allocated N$2 million annually to subsidise 18 residential child-care shelters and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) facilities across eight regions. She emphasized that the ministry, by court orders, places children requiring care and protection in these essential facilities. Such facilities play an indispensable role in safeguarding the well-being of the country’s most vulnerable children. Addressing the parliament on Tuesday, regarding the operations of government-owned GBV shelters, Sioka responded to recent reports about staffing shortages in these facilities. She acknowledged the gravity of GBV…

11 Oct

Zimbabwe, Botswana victorious at women’s regional championship

info_e12wt4csSportsBotswana victorious at women’s regional championship, Zimbabwe

COSAFA Media Group C was dubbed the ‘Group of Death’ and lived up to expectations after the results of match day two in the pool at the HOLLYWOODBETS COSAFA Women’s Championship at Dobsonville Stadium on Monday. Botswana showed no mercy against Lesotho as they put three goals past them without reply. The Mares, who made no changes to side that drew 1-1 with Namibia in their opener, showed intention to score early in the first half with Lesego Radiakanyo denied by the defense in the opening three minutes while Obonetse Rathari was struck the woodwork from range a minute later.…

11 Oct

Meet Julinho Sporting Women Team

info_e12wt4csSportsMeet Julinho Sporting Women Team

Currently Playing in the Kavango East Women League. Currently in 3rd position. The team is comprised of about 30 players who want to invest time in football. Established in 2022, the team has played 5 Tournaments so far. The team is the Champions of Kayeura Kavango west women tournament 2022, current Champions of Rundu UNAM campus Cultural festival 2023

11 Oct

BoN takes on the role of licensing payment providers

info_e12wt4csObserver Money

Martin Endjala The Bank of Namibia (BoN) will now handle the licensing and regulation of payment service providers instead of sharing the responsibility with the Payments Association of Namibia (PAN). The move is in line with the recently promulgated Payment System Management Act 14 of 2023 (the PSM Act). The Deputy Governor of BoN Leonie Dunn, said the rationale for having a single regulator is to provide regulatory certainty, reduce the administrative load on payment service providers by eliminating the need to interact with two regulators, and bring the domestic national payment system in line with international best practices. She…

11 Oct

Nandi-Ndaitwah allays fears of election sabotage

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNandi-Ndaitwah allays fears of election sabotage

Martin Endjala Deputy Prime Minister, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has assured Namibians that the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections next year will be conducted with the highest standards. She stated that neither Namibians nor opposition parties should be concerned about any sabotage. “I would like to allay any concerns or fears that the Hon. Member might have regarding the upcoming 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections. The Government remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding transparency, accountability, and good governance,” she said. This includes working in the context of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence, and Security Cooperation, of which Namibia…

11 Oct

Proposed compulsory DNA testing could violate constitutional rights

info_e12wt4csNational News

Stefanus Nashama The leader of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), Panduleni Itula, expressed concern yesterday that the legislature’s proposed compulsory DNA testing might infringe upon fundamental constitutional rights.“In my informed view, compulsory DNA testing, without an accompanying criminal offence, would likely fail a legal challenge. I cannot envision a judge authorizing it without violating a basic constitutional right,” Itula declared. His comments follow a proposal from the Minister of Presidential Affairs, Christine //Hoebes, earlier this year. She suggested that lawmakers should explore ways to make DNA testing mandatory and more accessible. The idea of obligatory DNA testing has also…

11 Oct

Khomas Governor criticises government vehicle moratorium

info_e12wt4csNational NewsKhomas Governor criticises government vehicle moratorium

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Khomas Regional Governor, Laura McLeod-Katjirua, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s vehicle moratorium, stating that it has adversely impacted service delivery for the council. Last week, the National Council Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure, and Housing engaged with officials responsible for the Government Garage to assess the impact of the government’s moratorium on vehicle procurement for Offices, Ministries, Agencies (OMAs), and Regional Councils. The committee’s oversight mission aims to evaluate various issues, including the accessibility, reliability, and safety of government vehicles and transport in general. During the engagement, Governor Katjirua voiced her concerns regarding the moratorium’s impact on…