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19 Sep

Ileka takes the reigns at the Windhoek Municipal Police Service

ObserverNational NewsIleka takes the reigns at the Windhoek Municipal Police Service, Leevi Shivolo Ileka

Niël Terblanché The City of Windhoek (CoW) has announced the promotion of Deputy Chief Leevi Shivolo Ileka to the rank of Chief and that he would lead the Windhoek Municipal Police Service henceforth. According to a statement released by the CoW, the appointment came into effect on 11 September 2023, following Chief Ileka’s commendable service as the Deputy Chief since 2020. Chief Ileka is no stranger to roles demanding responsibility, leadership, and foresight. Boasting a robust work experience of 27 years that straddles both public and private sectors, a majority of his roles have been fundamental within the security fraternity.…

19 Sep

Heritage and culture are the foundation rocks of Namibia

ObserverNational NewsHeritage and culture are the foundation rocks of Namibia

Niël Terblanché To celebrate Namibia’s rich cultural and traditional inheritance the country’s Heritage Week was officially launched in the Erongo Region yesterday. The vent will be presented under the theme of “Heritage and Culture: A Rock Solid Foundation.” Presiding over the occasion was the Governor of the Erongo Region, Neville Andre, who delivered a heartfelt address to an audience that included representatives from International Development Partners and Heads of Diplomatic Missions. Governor Andre emphasized the Namibian Government’s dedication to preserving and promoting the nation’s rich heritage. He added that the establishment of policies and institutions such as the National Heritage…

19 Sep

Mushelenga advocates for a patriotic nation

ObserverNational NewsMushelenga advocates for a patriotic nation

Stefanus Nashama Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Peya Mushelenga, has urged the Namibian people to be patriotic. Mushelenga was speaking at the launch of the National Symbol Campaign in the Ohangwena Region yesterday and said that Namibians can only be united and proud of their country if they work towards a common goal and destiny. “Patriotism and nationalism bind citizens together, striving for common good and collective aspirations,” he said. According to the Minister, the National Symbols Campaign is not just about flags and anthems, it is about patriotism. He emphasised the National Symbol Campaign is about fostering unity,…

18 Sep

Namibia needs more International Airports: Captain NelsonTuhafeni Kalangula

ObserverNational NewsNamibia needs more International Airports: Captain NelsonTuhafeni Kalangula

Namibia only has 2 ICAO standard international airport, the Hosea Kutako International Airport (Runway length 4532 meters), located 45km on the outskirt eastern of Windhoek, and Walvis Bay International Airport, 15 Km east of the town (Runway - 3500 meters) which mostly accommodate flights to and from South Africa, the airport was upgraded and became our second international airport in 2016, which positioned it at the forefront in airport technology in Southern Africa, a status that deserves full utilisation and promotion. Eros Airport (Runway - 2229 meters) is one of the good airports we have but limited in operations due…

18 Sep

MVA Fund disburses an average of N$200 million for medical claims annually

ObserverNational NewsMVA Fund disburses an average of N$200 million for medical claims annually

Martin Endjala For the past three years, with the exception of medical claims, the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA) spent on average N$200 million per year on service providers such as doctors, hospitals and medical treatment of victims of road crashes. This was revealed by the Fund’s Chief Executive Office, Rosalia Martins-Hausiku, during a media engagement in Windhoek last week. She said that the fund also pays out personal claims such as funerals, injury grants, loss of support grants and loss of income. She indicated that in 2021 the fund was taxed with 2 741 claims valued at N$71 million.…

18 Sep

International travel vlogger blacklistedby MEFT for breaking park rules

ObserverNational NewsInternational travel vlogger blacklistedby MEFT for breaking park rules

Hertta-Maria Amutenya The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) has strongly condemned the violation of park rules within Namibia’s national parks after a foreign visitor was filmed violating the rules and regulations of Etosha National Park. The travel vlogger, operating under the account name Travel with PEACE, broke park regulations earlier this month after a video of him was posted on social media when he ventured outside his vehicle with his crew in Etosha National Park. The team was filming black rhinos which is prohibited by all means. Romeo Muyunda, the ministry’s spokesperson, condemned the incident and announced the…

18 Sep

Amoomo pleads for financial support to fight redline

ObserverNational NewsAmoomo pleads for financial support to fight redline

Stefanus Nashama Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo, representing Affirmative Repositioning Movement Leader, Job Amupanda, in the court battle to remove the veterinary cordon fence (red line), has pleaded with the public for financial support to continue with the case. Amoomo begged the public for financial support over the weekend, saying that as the fight continues, they would need money to cover legal costs to continue with the case in the Supreme Court. He has said that so far only three people have made financial contributions. According to the lawyer, the government has now taken his client, Amupanda to the Supreme Court regarding…

18 Sep

Persons with disabilities to be accorded equal opportunities in the GH2 project

ObserverEnergy, National NewsPersons with disabilities to be accorded equal opportunities in the GH2 project

Martin Endjala The Government has reiterated that it will ensure that all persons with disabilities are given equal opportunities not only in the Green Hydrogen (GH2) project but in all developmental projects in the country. This comes after the Namibia National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) Executive Director Linekela Nanyeni, expressed concerns about the lack of representation of the deaf community in the GH2 and other development projects in the country. He expressed the deaf community’s disappointment with the GH2 project, saying that they feel excluded from the ongoing engagements and discussions. “Namibia is home to many deaf persons and…

18 Sep

Taxpayers must comply with freight tax regulations

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Niël Terblanché The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has issued a notice to all taxpayers regarding the declaration and payment of freight tax before 1 December 2023. Commissioner Sam Shivute highlighted the importance of adhering to the stipulated regulations as set out in the Income Tax Act of 1981. The tax, as outlined in Section 34 of the Act, focuses primarily on non-resident owners or charterers of ships and aircraft. It targets income generated from the embarking of passengers and the loading of livestock, mail, or goods within Namibian territory. The levy applies to 10 percent of the gross income (considered…

15 Sep

Amushelelo case borders on a judicial scandal

ObserverNational NewsAmushelelo case borders on a judicial scandal

Martin Endjala The Political analyst, Henning Melber said the ongoing court saga where Michael Amushelelo is being held in police custody without bail, borders on a judicial scandal but the process and the elements of the case against him should not be perceived as a failure of democracy. Melber made these remarks yesterday while reacting to Epafras Mukwiilongo, the president of the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF), who questioned the principles of democracy in Parliament with regard to Amushelelo being denied bail on numerous occasions. Melber said Amushelelo’s case is a matter in court, and his treatment needs to be…