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14 Aug

The rise of engineering firms in Namibia: Transforming the landscape of African engineering

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Namibia, with its vast landscapes and diverse natural resources, is witnessing a transformation in its engineering sector. Driven by innovative firms committed to sustainable development, the engineering landscape in Namibia is evolving to meet the demands of modern infrastructure while respecting the environment. This transformation is marked by advancements in various sectors including water management, transportation, urban development, and renewable energy. Sustainable Water Management Water scarcity is a significant challenge in Namibia, necessitating advanced engineering solutions to ensure sustainable water supply and management. Engineering companies in Namibia are at the forefront of designing and implementing projects that enhance water conservation…

11 Aug

No contenders for PDM top positions yet

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), the official opposition party, will be holding its elective congress from 22 to 24 August in the Zambezi region. However, party members have not yet made any announcements regarding their candidatures for top positions. Manuel Ngaringombe, the party’s secretary general, has confirmed that all positions, including party president, vice president, secretary general, and parliamentary list, will be up for grabs. ''At the moment, we have nobody yet who has indicated their intentions of challenging for any position. Maybe there are people out there who have done so, but they have not made it…

05 Aug

Donation of specialised equipment enhances fight against malnutrition

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Niël Terblanché The Capricorn Foundation assisted in addressing the pressing issue of child malnutrition in the Omaheke region by donating ten infusion pumps to the Gobabis State Hospital Paediatric Ward. The donation, valued at N$264 500 made last Wednesday is a vital addition to the hospital's equipment, enabling the administration of essential fluids to malnourished children. The Governor of the Omaheke Region attended the official handover of the infusion pumps. Ismael Pijoo Nganate stressed the dire malnutrition crisis exacerbated by drought and food insecurity in the region. "Our most vulnerable people are children, and they cannot stand for themselves. This…

04 Aug

MVA Fund encourages male staff to reject societal stereotypes

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Stefanus Nashama The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA Fund) has encouraged its male employees to reject societal stereotypes. Speaking at the MVA Fund's annual men’s conference network for male employees last week, the fund’s chief executive officer, Rosalia Martins-Haufiku, said that men won’t be safe and regarded as valuable members of society if they follow societal stereotypes. “It is important that we move away from societal stereotypes and focus on creating more workplace platforms where men feel safe and included as valuable members of society,” she said. The conference, hosted under the theme "Empowering Men for a Balanced Future," provides…

02 Aug

President Mbumba is leading Namibia with skill, wisdom and composure

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Alfredo Tjiurimo Hengari The 4th of February 2024, a day of historic significance on which the extraordinary President Hage G. Geingob passed away, remains unquestionably the most sombre hour since the founding of our Republic on the 21st of March 1990. With all events of cataclysmic magnitude, moments during which the history of nation is marked by defeats and the resolve of republican institutions is tested, providential men and women emerge to lead nations through those dark hours of unchartered waters. With great difficulty, emotion and hurt, President Nangolo Mbumba stepped forward to assume the reigns of the Namibian nation…

30 Jul

Four senior police officers promoted in major overhaul

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo has, last week, announced the promotion of four senior officers that will become effective from 1 September. In this regard, Deputy Commissioner Philip Hidengwa has been promoted to the rank of Commissioner. He previously served as the Kunene Regional Crime Investigations Coordinator and along with the promotion, he was transferred to become the Regional Commander of Otjozondjupa Region. Chief Inspector Swaama Mburuu has been elevated to the renal of Deputy Commissioner. Mburuu will transition from heading the Regional Crime Investigations Division in the Kavango East Region…

29 Jul

Namibians can’t stand idly by when people are oppressed

info_e12wt4csFeatured, National NewsJeroboam Shaanika, Namibians can't stand idly by when people are oppressed

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The deputy executive director of Multilateral Relations in the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation says Namibia should also support people who are being oppressed in other countries. Jeroboam Shaanika was speaking on Desert Radio last week while discussing why it's important for the Namibian government to join and support South Africa in its case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), aiming to end its military operations in Gaza. According to Shaanika, Namibia's independence was a result of international support when the country was fighting apartheid during the colonial era. “Many people internationally came to…

25 Jul

AR begs for financial support

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Stefanus Nashama The leader of the Affirmative Repositioning movement (AR), Job Amupanda, has appealed to the nation for financial contributions to enable the party to launch its election campaign. He made the request during a media conference in Windhoek on Thursday. “Unlike existing political parties that receive funds from Parliament, the Chinese, the Brits, or through corruption, the AR movement does not receive any money from any defined institutional or well-established sources. We are funding our campaign from our pockets and through Good Samaritans whose hearts and minds have been touched by God,” he said. Amupanda said that despite the…

24 Jul

Mbidzo shares Namibian tourism success stories

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The Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Namibia Tourism Board, Bornventure Mbidzo, shared Namibia’s success stories at the 67th CAF UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa this week. The conference, themed "Promoting Africa to Unlock Tourism Investments and the Sector's Growth Potential," was held from 22-24 July, in Livingstone, Zambia. Mbidzo participated in a panel discussion, sharing Namibia's tourism success stories. He said the platform was also an opportunity to learn from other experts and identify new strategies for growth and development. “The conference presented an excellent opportunity for us to engage with other stakeholders and experts in the…

22 Jul

ECN assessing registration of inmates countrywide

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Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has acknowledged a complaint from the Landless Peoples Movement (LPM) for not registering inmates. The LPM’s spokesperson, Lifalaza Simataa wrote to the ECN on Monday that the electoral body is excluding Namibians who are incarcerated from registering for voter cards. Simataa stated that every eligible Namibian should have the opportunity to participate in their democratic rights. The ECN's mandate is to ensure that all Namibians have the ability to register to vote. “This unfair and intentional exclusion of inmates is robbing these Namibians of their democratic rights, further dehumanising and excluding them…