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07 Feb

ACC probes corruption allegations against NUST boss

National News

Kaipaherue Kandjii The country’s anti-graft watchdog is probing a raft of corruption, nepotism and abuse of power allegations against Namibia University of Science and Technology’s (NUST) vice-chancellor Erold Naomab. Naomab faces a myriad of alleged crimes during his stint which amongst others include, nepotism, corruption and abuse of credit cards entrusted to him by his employer, NUST. The Chief Public Relations Officer of the Anti-Corruption Commission, Josephina Nghituwamata, confirmed that an investigation into Naomab’s conduct is underway, but refused to shed light on its status. “The ACC is investigating Erold Naomab, vice chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and…

07 Feb

RP President endorses Itula as a strong presidential contender

National NewsRP President endorses Itula as a strong presidential contender

Stefanus Nashama In a departure from the norm among Namibian political leaders, Henk Mudge, the leader of the Republican Party (RP), has endorsed Panduleni Itula, the leader of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), as a formidable candidate for the 2024 presidential election. Mudge argued that Itula has garnered significant support and stands a tangible chance against Swapo, the incumbent ruling party, in the upcoming November elections. Mudge, in an interview with the Windhoek Observer, stressed that the opposition has long been outmatched by Swapo in elections, and this trend is likely to continue unless there is a united front…

07 Feb

Geingob made durable footprints in Namibia, the continent and globally – Mbumba

MainGeingob made durable footprints in Namibia

Erasmus Shalihaxwe President Nangolo Mbumba paid tribute to the late President Hage Geingob and lauded his significant contributions not only to the development of Namibia but also left behind an enduring legacy on the African continent and the global stage. Mbumba delivered these reflections during the official opening of the ninth session of the seventh Parliament held in the capital yesterday. He stressed that the late Geingob was not only instrumental in laying the foundation of modern Namibia but also played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s constitution as the chair of the Constituent Assembly. Geingob’s legacy includes serving…

06 Feb

UPM describes Geingob as a dedicated Political Stalwart that shaped Namibian politics

National News

Stefanus Nashama As the Namibian nation continues mourning the passing of its former President Hage Geingob, Jan Van Wyk, the Leader of the United People’s Movement (UPM), has also joined the nation in the same spirit, describing the late Geingob, as a stalwart politician who shaped Namibian politics. “President Geingob will be remembered as a stalwart politician and someone who helped shape Namibian politics as it is today,” he said. Van Wyk said that as the nation stands united in profound sorrow. The UPM also remembered his remarkable life and enduring contributions to the Namibian Nation. He recognised that death…

06 Feb

Former deputy minister Nawatiseb leaves Swapo to join LPM

National News

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Former Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Engel Nawatiseb, who was also a member of Swapo has officially joined the Landless People's Movement (LPM). This decision follows his call, nearly two years ago, for a new generation of leadership within the ruling Swapo party. Nawatiseb emphasised the importance of youthful, capable leaders during his earlier statement. Nawatiseb, a seasoned political figure who served as Deputy Minister, expressed his confidence in LPM's potential to bring about robust and unique change in Namibia. “The Former Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology has expressed that there is an importance…

06 Feb

Namibia’s trade balance stands at a deficit of N$299 million

National News

Martin Endjala During December 2023, the country’s trade balance stood at a deficit of N$299 million, which is an improvement compared to N$4 billion and N$1.4 billion recorded in November 2023 and December 2022, respectively. This was revealed yesterday by Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) Statistician-General and Chief Executive Officer Alex Shimuafeni. According to the report, Namibia’s trade composition showed that Botswana emerged as Namibia’s largest market for exports, while South Africa maintained its position as the country’s main supplier. The composition of the export basket for December 2023 mainly comprised minerals such as Precious stones (diamonds), Non-monetary gold, and Uranium.…

06 Feb

Trans-Kalahari Railway will boost regional trade and connectivity

National News

Niël Terblanché In a decisive effort to bolster and advance regional trade and connectivity, Namibia and Botswana are moving closer to the realization of the Trans-Kalahari Railway project. This ambitious initiative aims to create a direct rail link between the Port of Walvis Bay and Botswana, extending further to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. The project was discussed during a recent Joint Ministerial Committee Meeting in Swakopmund. The meeting was attended by Namibia's Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, and his counterpart from Botswana, Eric Molale. The railway line, envisioned to stretch approximately 1,500 kilometres, is designed…

06 Feb

Unplanned electricity outages cost an estimated N$1 billion

National News

Martin Endjala A recent study conducted by the Electricity Control Board (ECB) has shed light on the staggering cost of unplanned electricity outages in Namibia. The research reveals that these disruptions can cost the economy up to N$1 billion annually during weekdays, translating to an estimated N$41.4 million per hour. Over weekends, the impact slightly lessens to N$126 million, or N$5.26 million per weekend hour. The study, aimed at understanding the economic impact of these outages, employs the Cost of Unserved Energy (COUE) metric to quantify the financial toll on both consumers and the broader economy. According to ECB Chief…

06 Feb

Futsal Namibia Faces Uphill Battle After Home Defeat in CAF AFCON Futsal Qualifiers

Sports

Windhoek, Namibia - In a thrilling encounter at the Windhoek Show Sport Plaza, Futsal Namibia suffered a 5-2 defeat in their campaign for the CAF AFCON Futsal Qualifiers against a strategically superior Tanzanian team.The Tanzanian side showcased impeccable strategic planning right from the start, opening the scoring in the third minute and adding one more goals within the first seven minutes. The Namibian team, although brimming with talent, struggled to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, leading to a challenging first half.The turning point came when the Tanzanian goalkeeper, sensing the unsettlement among the Namibian players, took a bold move to…

06 Feb

Namibia Paralympic Committee Strengthens Governance with Workshop at Kaku Guest House

SportsNamibia Paralympic Committee Strengthens Governance with Workshop at Kaku Guest House

Otjiwarongo, Namibia - The Namibia Paralympic Committee (NNPC) recently took a significant step towards enhancing its governance by organizing a workshop for the current board at the Kaku Guest House in Otjiwarongo. Facilitated by Sports Consultant Mathew Haikali and Isack Hamata, the workshop focused on instilling good governance practices within the sports organization.The initiative, spearheaded by the NNPC President, aimed at capacity building for existing board members and implementing mechanisms to ensure the long-term sustainability of the organization. The workshop provided a platform for the board to discuss and adopt international standards in sports governance.“This workshop comes at a very…