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15 Sep

NamRA liberates vital medical supplies at HKIA

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Niël Terblanché The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has finally taken matters into its own hands to release crucial medical supplies for the Namibian Blood Transfusion Service (NamBTS), previously held hostage in the Menzies Aviation Namibia warehouse at the Hosea Kutako International Airport. The release of supplies comes after a series of bizarre events and questionable claims that have left many cynical about the true intentions of those involved. Menzies Aviation Namibia had initially raised the alarm over a week ago, alleging that vital supplies for NamBTS mysteriously vanished from their air cargo warehouse. They pointed fingers at unidentified culprits while…

14 Sep

I fought for the freedom of the Namibian people: Kashikola

info_e12wt4csMainI fought for the freedom of the Namibian people: Kashikola

Stefanus Nashama Daniel Kashikola, the former Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, said he did not risk his life in the war for the liberation of Namibia for entitlement but for his love of the country, and for that reason, he has accepted the decision of President Hage Geingob to relieve him of his duty. “I was appointed by the President by a letter and relieved by the President by a letter. Where were you when I was appointed and why are you only concerned when I was relieved of ministerial duty? There was no explanation about…

13 Sep

President reshuffles Cabinet …as Kashikola gets fired

info_e12wt4csMainDaniel Kashikola, Eveline Nawases-Tayele, Natalia Goagoses, President reshuffles Cabinet …as Kashikola gets fired

Niël Terblanché In an unexpected move, President Hage Geingob has announced a reshuffle of the Namibian Cabinet with the appointment of three distinguished women to serve as Deputy Ministers. These changes come into effect immediately, reflecting the government’s commitment to improving service delivery and enhancing security measures for the benefit of its citizens and visitors. Natalia Goagoses will take up the role of Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation (MHETI). With a background in education, Goagoses is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing the nation’s higher education sector and spearheading efforts towards embracing the Fourth Industrial…

12 Sep

N$600 000 lost through e-wallet scam

info_e12wt4csMainFirst National Bank (FNB) of Namibi, N$600 000 lost through e-wallet scam, Nangula Kauluma

Martin Endjala First National Bank (FNB) of Namibia has confirmed that a total of N$600 000 is estimated to have been lost through e-wallet scams that targeted its clients between August 2022 and August 2023. The bank’s Retail Executive Officer, Nangula Kauluma revealed this yesterday during a media briefing after the bank received multiple complaints from clients who lost their money in this way. She said a total number of 788 transactions were compromised which resulted in N$600 000 getting lost and not reaching their intended recipients. Kauluma pleaded with clients to maintain a high level of vigilance when handling…

11 Sep

557 men committed suicide in 17 months

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Hertta-Maria Amutenja In the last 17 months, Namibia has reported 679 cases of suicide, with a staggering 82 percent of these tragic incidents involving men, according to a recent announcement by Health and Social Services Minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula. This revelation comes during the commemoration of September’s Suicide Prevention Month last week at the conference on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Men. Shangula expressed deep concern over the rising number of suicides and the reluctance of many men to seek help due to societal stigmas that label them as weak. He emphasised the importance of fostering an environment where…

08 Sep

Members of uniformed forces should not gamble

info_e12wt4csMainMembers of uniformed forces should not gamble, Windhoek City Police Officers

Stefanus Nashama Police Officers, members of the Namibian Defence Force, Namibian Correctional Service and Windhoek City Police Officers have been warned to desist from entering betting facilities for the purpose of betting while in full uniform. This comes after some members of the force and members of the public, told this publication that they deemed it wrong for officers or officials to be engaging in betting while in uniform whether they are on or off duty. One police officer, who preferred anonymity, said he often sees his colleagues going to betting facilities to do their business, which according to him…

07 Sep

Menzies Aviation’s lies and conspiracy theories

info_e12wt4csMainMenzies Aviation’s lies and conspiracy theories, Namibia Blood Transfusion Service (NamBTS)

Niël Terblanché Claims by Menzies Aviation Namibia about releasing critical lifesaving medical supplies for the Namibia Blood Transfusion Service (NamBTS) from its locked-up air cargo warehouse at the Hosea Kutako International Aiport (HKIA) were exposed as blatant lies. The United Kingdom-based company, in a press statement issued on Tuesday, claimed to have released crucial medical supplies about an hour before the actual event occurred. Dan Kamati, the spokesperson of the Namibia Airports Company stated that he was made aware of the publication of the press release shortly after a court ordered mediation process between NAC, Menzies Aviation and Paragon Aviation…

06 Sep

Domestic resources must be mobilizedto navigate financial challenges: !Gawaxab

info_e12wt4csMainDomestic resources must be mobilizedto navigate financial challenges: !Gawaxab, Gross Fixed Capital Formation, Namibia Revenue Agency

Martin Endjala For Namibia to navigate its way out of daunting financial challenges, the country must first mobilise its domestic resources, build fiscal buffers and engage in structural reforms. “Namibia stacks up well despite the challenges posed by the country’s declining rate of Gross Fixed Capital Formation and the limited skills base. While these challenges are daunting, they are not insurmountable. To navigate our way out of these challenges, Namibia must first mobilise its domestic resources, build fiscal buffers and engage in structural reforms,” Bank of Namibia Governor, Johannes !Gawaxab said. !Gawaxab spoke at Bloomberg’s flagship event in Namibia titled…

05 Sep

Menzies Aviation accuses judge of erring on facts and the law

info_e12wt4csMainJudge Prinsloo, Menzies Aviation accuses judge of erring on facts and the law

Niël Terblanché Menzies Aviation Namibia has filed a notice with the High Court of Namibia in which the United Kingdom-based company intend to lodge an appeal against the judgement delivered on Friday by Justice Hannelie Prinsloo with the Supreme Court of Namibia. The decisive judgment handed down by Judge Prinsloo reaffirmed the legality of the eviction of Menzies Aviation Namibia from the Hosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA) on 19 August 2023. The ruling reiterated Menzies’ lack of legal standing at the HKIA but also underscored the authority of the Namibia Airports Company (NAC) to enforce the previous court orders. Judge…

04 Sep

Menzies Aviation’s endless litigation is sabotaging Namibia’s economy

info_e12wt4csMainHosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA)., Menzies’ endless litigation is sabotaging Namibia’s economy

Niël Terblanché Menzies Aviation Namibia has filed yet another notice of motion with the Namibian High Court in which application the company intends to seek an order that would allow them more time to operate as the ground handling service provider at the Hosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA). This comes after High Court Judge Hannelie Prinsloo on Friday dismissed another application where the British-owned company appealed against its eviction from the Hosea Kutako International Airport on 19 August 2023. The matter was dismissed with costs and removed the matter from the roll. The judge found that Menzies had no legal…