Observer – Page 743 – Windhoek Observer

08 May

CABO DELGADO: A Lesson for Kavango East

ObserverUncategorisedAnsar Al Sunna, CABO DELGADO: A Lesson for Kavango East, Kavango East, Rutendo Bereza Matinyarare

We spent most of our Sunday debating with people who were happy that Cabo Delgado is in turmoil because they thought they had caught us in a lie. The same happened to the situation were *Recon-Africa* is drilling oil in the Kavango basin, many Namibians are happy about this fortunate development but forgetting the unfortunate situation that may turn against the very citizens themselves. This is after Mr Rutendo Bereza Matinyarare wrote an article on the 8th of March 2020, bragging about how the Zimbabwean and Mozambican allied expeditionary force, had wiped out the *Ansar Al Sunna Islamic Militants* in…

08 May

Genocide reparations case cost millions

ObserverObserver MoneyGenocide reparations case cost millions, Nama Traditional Leaders Association (NTLA), Ovaherero Traditional Authority (OTA), Vekuii Rukoro

Kandjemuni Kamuiiri Ovaherero Traditional Authority (OTA) has revealed that it and the Nama Traditional Leaders Association (NTLA) has forked out million in legal fees over that past 20 years in their legal fight to compel Germany to pay reparations for the genocide committed against the tribe from 1904-08. Ovaherero Traditional Authority (OTA) Paramount Chief, Vekuii Rukoro, in an interview with the Windhoek Observer, although tight lipped on the exact amount, said “the cost of taking the German government to court in New York and litigating that case all the way to the highest court in the United States is indeed…

08 May

Kanime will not reapply for his job …as City begins recruitment process

ObserverUncategorisedAbraham Kanime, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Windhoek, George Mayumbelo, Ignatius Semba, Kanime will not reapply for his job

Andrew Kathindi, Rose-Mary Haufiku Chief of Windhoek City Police, Abraham Kanime, has no plans reapplying for his position insisting he will honour his contract which ends on 23 April 2023., The recruitment process for the post has restarted after the court ruled that his current appointment was unlawful. “A contract is a contract. The Council can say, no let’s just end here or I can say I just want to end here. That is up to us the two parties. But the issue when you ask whether I am going to apply, apply to do what?” “I retired, but they…

07 May

Understanding the difference between the Ministry of Finance functions and NamRA

ObserverUncategorisedMinistry of Finance, Namibia Revenue Authority (NamRA)

Tonateni Shidhudhu History was made on 07 April 2021 when the Namibia Revenue Authority (NamRA) opened its doors for business. The new entity takes over the responsibilities of the Inland Revenue Department and the Customs and Excise Directorate, both of which fell under the Ministry of Finance. These two departments were not only the largest but were the only ones with a regional footprint. Some 1300 staff members will move to the new entity and only about 400 will remain with the Ministry of Finance. Furthermore, assets, business systems such as ITAS and AsycudaWorld and other infrastructure which were supporting the departments have now been…

07 May

Innovation carries day for NWR

ObserverUncategorisedCovid-19, Namibia Wildlife Resorts Limited (NWR)

Staff Writer Namibia Wildlife Resorts Limited (NWR) says COVID-19 negatively impacted its business for the 2019/20 financial year, but product innovation carried the day for its operations. According to the hospitality company’s Chairman Ambassador Leonard Iipumbu, "during the financial year 2019/20, we faced our greatest challenges as an organization. The significant milestone of our first-ever profit of N$ 22 million since the establishment of the organization and other financial gains made in 2018/2019 were wiped out due to Covid-19." He said to sustain its operations which resulted in it not retrenching or reducing its employees' salaries except for its Board's…

07 May

Fifteen vie for ECN posts

ObserverObserver MoneyElectoral Commission of Namibia (ECN)

Kandjemuni Kamuiiri Parliament has shortlisted 15 candidates to be interviewed for three commissioner positions that are set to become vacant on the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN). Among those shortlisted and vying for the ECN posts, is 25-year-old Munolwisho Ipangelua, who if successful, will become the youngest commissioner to be appointed on the ECN board, with the oldest being 65-year-old pastor, Petrus van Zyl. The vacancies will arise due to the end of the terms of current Chairperson, Notemba Tjipueja, and Ulrich Freyer on the 15th of September. Both have served two terms and cannot be considered for reappointment due…

07 May

LPM High Court judgement questioned

ObserverObserver MoneyBernandus Swartbooi, Henny Seibeb, Landless People’s Movement’s (LPM), McHenry Venaani, Mike Kavekotora, MPs, Peter Katjavivi, Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP), Speaker of Parliament

Andrew Kathindi The High Court’s decision to dismiss the Landless People’s Movement’s (LPM) application to set aside Speaker of Parliament, Peter Katjavivi’s indefinite suspension of Bernandus Swartbooi and Henny Seibeb could set a worrying precedent. These were the views of Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP) President Mike Kavekotora, who sits on the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Standing Rules and Orders and Internal Arrangements (STROC). The STROC according to parliament’s spokesperson, David Nahogandja, generally deals with matters such as misconduct before it is brought before the Privileges Committee. Kavekotora claimed that Katjavivi lied when he said the matter was dealt…

06 May

Uefa finishes semi finals and CAF quarter finals near

ObserverUncategorisedChelsea, Manchester City, Paris Saint Germain, Uefa Champions League

This week saw the second leg matches of the semi finals play out and we now know which two teams will be playing in the final of the Uefa Champions League. The first of the two remaining matches were played on Tuesday evening when Paris Saint Germain travelled to England to play Manchester City on their home turf. Manchester City won the match 2-0 after the final whistle bringing the aggregate to 4-1 and placing them in the final match of the Championship. Wednesday evening saw Real Madrid taking on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Their first encounter the previous week…

06 May

Standard Bank joins Credit Guarantee Scheme

ObserverUncategorisedCredit Guarantee Scheme (CGS), Felicia Jooste, SMEs, Standard Bank Namibia, Standard Bank’s Enterprise Direct Manager

Staff Writer Standard Bank Namibia has announced that it has partnered with the Credit Guarantee Scheme (CGS) to provide collateral cover of 60 percent for qualifying SMEs applying for finance from participating commercial finance institutions. Standard Bank’s Enterprise Direct Manager, Felicia Jooste said the decision by the listed banking concern , is driven by a genuine desire to see SME’s grow and thrive in difficult economic conditions. “We are determined to help our small and medium businesses navigate these difficult prevailing conditions, hence the reason we joined the Credit Guarantee Scheme. SME’s are the lifeblood of the economy and employ…

06 May

Michael Iyambo’s woes mount

ObserverObserver MoneyAgribank, Michael Iyambo, Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB)

Kandjemuni Kamuiiri Former Chairperson of Agribank, Michael Iyambo’s continued stay as Chairperson of the Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) remains uncertain amid indications of on-consultations being carried out by the appointing authorities over his role. Iyambo who was appointed to the NAB role in 2017, was forced out from his role as Chairperson of Agribank, amid accusations that he used his position to access personal funding from the Government-owned bank. Public Enterprises Minister, Leon Jooste, whose ministry is entrusted with ensuring governance compliance by State-owned entities, confirmed that his ministry was looking into the matter.“We will look into that after we’ve…