Observer – Page 619 – Windhoek Observer

10 Jun

‘Caprivi’ group says no threat to peace

ObserverNational NewsAlufea Sampofu, Edwin Samati, Mishake Muyongo, ‘Caprivi’ group says no threat to peace

Obrein SimasikuThe Caprivi Concerned Group says they are advocating for dialogue and a referendum in the Zambezi Region and is no threat to peace, security and stability of the country. They were responding to accusations by the Regional Governor in his State of the Region Address that they are advocating, campaigning and mobilizing for the banned United Democratic Party (UDP) of Mishake Muyongo.Alufea Sampofu said that the actions of the group ‘’are aimed to secede the Zambezi Region from the rest of Namibia, thus destabilizing peace, stability and security of the country. Some of the returnees from Dukwi-Botswana are also…

10 Jun

Katima ropes in “Redforce” to recoup N$145 million debt

ObserverNational NewsKatima ropes in "Redforce" to recoup N$145 million debt, Raphael Liswaniso, Redforce Debt Collection

Obrein Simasiku The Katima Mulilo Town Council has enlisted the services of Redforce Debt Collection to assist in collecting the soaring N$145 million debt owed to it by the residents in water, land, rates and taxes. Redforce is contracted for five years and is expected to recover 100 percent outstanding debt. Approximately 80 percent of residents are defaulters, out of a total of 7200 ratepayers inclusive of residential and businesses. "At the moment we do not have a definite number of indebted households as we are still busy sorting and enlisting them, but certainly they are over 3000. This includes…

PM to act on govt agencies not<br>supporting youth entrepreneurs

10 Jun

PM to act on govt agencies not
supporting youth entrepreneurs

ObserverNational NewsDevelopment Bank of Namibia (DBN), PM to act on govt agencies not supporting youth entrepreneurs, Saraa Kuugongelwa Amadhila

Obrein Simasiku/Martin Endjala Prime Minister Saraa Kuugongelwa Amadhila has encouraged young entrepreneurs who feel side-lined by government agencies and ministries to report to her office. She said if their products or services are not considered for procurement while they are of good quality standards, they should not hesitate to call on her office, Prime Minister, Saara Kuukongelwa-Amadhila said. ‘’There are products that government uses regularly and on a daily basis, but such are sourced outside, however if you meet the standards as an entrepreneur locally, there is no need of these ministries to procure such from abroad. If you meet…

10 Jun

Academics’ performance to be put under scrutiny

ObserverNational NewsAcademics’ performance to be put under scrutiny, Ndjoze-Ojo, Tangeni Iyambo, UNAM and NUST

Martin Endjala Contracts and conditions of employment of tertiary institutions trainers, both academic and vocational, will be put under scrutiny if a motion tabled in the National Assembly is passed. A motion tabled on 2 March 2022 in parliament by SWANU president Tangeni Iyambo is aimed at discussing among other the retirement ages of academics and vocational trainers at all Universities and high learning institutions. The motion wants the retirement age of lecturers at UNAM and NUST be adjusted and uniformed. Currently, retirement age for Unam academics is 60 years, while NUST has set its at 65 years. Swapoi MP…

Kandjii dies in Police custody<br>…family wants answers

09 Jun

Kandjii dies in Police custody
…family wants answers

ObserverNational NewsAmbrosius Kandjii, Kaitira Kandjii, Kandjii dies in Police custody …family wants answers

Obrein Simasiku The nation is mourning the death of former Swapo councillor for the Katutura Central Constituency and Parliamentarian Ambrosius Kandjii, died in a Gobabis hospital this morning following a short illness. Kandjii is said to have suffered from stomach cramps, according to a family member, Kaitira Kandjii, who confirmed his death to the Windhoek Observer. Kandjii died in police detention since December. The family is now seeking to engage the Namibian police, as the deceased fell ill while under their care. Kandjii was admitted to a private hospital on 23rd May and then transferred to the Gobabis State Hospital…

09 Jun

Green economy to fund 4IR

ObserverNational NewsGreen Energy, Namibia Fourth Industrial Revolution Conference, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Development

Tujoromajo Kasuto President Hage Geingob says that the Green Energy industry will serve as catalyst for Namibia’s rapid adoption of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies, while positively contributing to the global fight against climate change. The President says ‘’that the 4IR technologies contribute to this green economy as an enabler for production and advanced manufacturing systems, communication networks, education, healthcare, government and community services’’. He said this at the opening of the Namibia Fourth Industrial Revolution Conference in the capital today. The conference aims to validate the work of the Namibia 4th Industrial Revolution Task Force and is convened…

09 Jun

Namibia eyes to penetrate US market

ObserverNational NewsAgriculture, Education, Emerging Technologies, Infrastructure Development, Lucia Iipumbu, Mining and Oil and Gas upstream exploration, Namibia eyes to penetrate US market, Renewable Energy

Obrein Simasiku Namibia is working towards penetrating the United States (US) market by improving and expanding its export trade with America. Last year Namibia exported goods worth US$72,839 million, mainly diamonds, building stones, beef and flours among others. In the same vein, Namibia imported goods valued at US$168,966 million consisting mainly of meat and edible offal of fowls, pneumatic tyres and rubbers, and chemical products among others. This was revealed by the Minister of Industrialisation and Trade (MIT) Lucia Iipumbu, at the opening of a multi-sectoral business seminar attended hosted in conjunction with the Namibia Embassy in Washington DC. The…

09 Jun

Leaders told to stop personal squabbles

ObserverNational NewsLeaders told to stop personal squabbles, Natalia Goagoses, Ohangwena Region

Martin Endjala The government has called on leaders in the Ohangwena Region to stop their personal squabbles and to attend to service delivery issues. The conflicts have led to unhappiness among the communities and loss of trust in the leadership. The Deputy Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Natalia Goagoses asked how leadership can be provided if the leaders do not speak to each other. “How do you want to provide leadership to us, if you as regional, local authorities and traditional leaders do not talk at all on matters of national and regional concern.” said Goagoses. She further pointed…

09 Jun

11 minor rape cases reported in Omusati

ObserverNational News11 minor rape cases reported in Omusati, Anamulenge Constituency, Simaho Moses

Tujoromajo Kasuto At least eleven cases of minor rape incidents have been reported in the Omusati Region from the beginning of the year. The ages of the victims range from as young as two years to 13 years. According to regional investigations coordinator, deputy commissioner Simaho Moses these Incidents result from negligence when it comes to taking care of children and leaving them unattended or with strangers. ‘’This kind of crime occurs children are left alone in the house or with neighbours. We embarked on awareness from there we will hold parents or guardians responsible according to Child Care and…

09 Jun

4IR to create plethora of jobs

ObserverNational News4IR to create plethora of jobs, Anicia Peters

Martin Endjala The chairperson of the Namibia Task force on the 4th Industrialization Revolution, Anicia Peters, stressed that the 4IR through its application in the economy will create thousands of jobs. Peters said this during today’s 4IR conference at Safari Court in Windhoek, attended by the Head of State President Hage Geingob and ministers as well as stakeholders.She said that 4IR must improve farming in the country, and develop the ordinary person on the street, thought the use of emerging technologies. She stated that industrial revolutions, are normally a shift or move into improved production, adding that 4IR presents multiple…