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18 Oct

Walvis Bay Municipality unveils ambitious economic vision

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Niël Terblanché John Esterhuizen, Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Walvis Bay Municipality, presented an ambitious vision for the town’s forward-thinking economic development at the Stakeholder Engagement on the Local Economic Development Strategic (LED) Implementation Plan. With a clear objective outlined in the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan, the Walvis Bay Municipal Council aims to create a conducive business environment, incorporating an enhanced service delivery strategy to attract investors and foster economic and employment opportunities. Acknowledging the town’s thriving industries in fishing, tourism, and logistics over the past three decades, Esterhuizen stressed the need for transformation to ensure Walvis Bay’s continued global…

18 Oct

25 allegedly denied drought relief food for wearing LPM t-shirts

info_e12wt4csNational News25 allegedly denied drought relief food for wearing LPM t-shirts

Stefanus Nashama Landless People’s Movement (LPM) northern central region office has claimed unfair distribution of drought relief food in the Eenhana constituency of the Ohangwena region. According to LPM Political Action Committee Member, Silas Moses, about 25 people were denied food because they were wearing the party’s regalia during the handover ceremony last year. Moses yesterday told Windhoek Observer that LPM received complaints from members of the Opalasha community regarding the unfair distribution of the drought relief food. “Community members were asked to burn the LPM t-shirts or remove the clothing or else they must go and get the food…

18 Oct

NDF Recognizes Soldiers with Medals

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Stefanus Nashama The Namibian Defence Force (NDF) has honoured and acknowledged its generals and other senior officers with medals for their achievements and contributions to the military’s service. Speaking at the medal parade ceremony yesterday, Chief of the Namibian Defence Force, Air Marshal Martin Pinehas, said military medals are a central and instrumental part of military life presented to officers who have made exclusive commitments to their assigned duties and functions within the Namibian NDF. “Honoring and awarding of medals is a military tradition that has persisted over the years, dating back many decades and centuries,” Pinehas said. According to…

18 Oct

Urban ministry spends over N$4 million on Havana electrification

info_e12wt4csNational NewsUrban ministry spends over N$4 million on Havana electrification

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has allocated N$4,234,111.78 to fund the electrification of Havana Extension 6 and 7 Phase II, which connected 105 households to the electricity grid. The primary aim of the electrification drive is to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Havana Extension 6 and 7 by providing them with access to essential electricity services. Joseph Uapingene, the Mayor of Windhoek, emphasised the city’s commitment to prioritising the electrification of informal settlements. “This is indeed a very important project, and I applaud the progress made thus far. The City of Windhoek…

17 Oct

Vast majority of fishing rights held by Namibians

info_e12wt4csNational NewsVast majority of fishing rights held by Namibians

Stefanus Nashama Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Derek Klazen, announced that significant changes have occurred in Namibia’s fishing sector, with 95 percent of fishing rights now held by Namibians. Klazen also highlighted the positive developments in the fishing industry, emphasizing its contributions to employment, value addition, fleet expansion, processing plants, investments, regional development, and corporate social responsibility for broader societal benefit. These remarks were made yesterday, with Klazen underscoring the Ministry’s commitment to reforming fish stock management and treating the fishery sector as a national asset. This includes sound management of fish stocks and promoting domestic employment and processing…

17 Oct

Policymakers are urged to develop business models that counter inequality.

info_e12wt4csNational NewsPolicymakers are urged to develop business models that counter inequality.

Martin Endjala Industrialisation and Trade Minister, Lucia Iipumbu, has challenged policymakers to develop business models and economic sectors that decrease inequalities and minimise societal vulnerabilities. According to Iipumbu, such actions will help promote equitable productive development capacity through smart business strategy and fostering of responsible businesses. She shared her idea during the recently held Business Forum of the third session of the Namibia-South Africa bi-national commission in Windhoek. The minister said there is a need for the business sector to unlock and harness its power as a force for good. “This need is driven by the fact that both our…

17 Oct

Omaheke Governor calls for reform in Government Garage System

info_e12wt4csNational NewsOmaheke Governor calls for reform in Government Garage System

Stefanus Nashama Omaheke Regional Governor, Pijoo Nganate, is calling for a reform of the government fleet system, citing its current strain on government garages, hindering their efficient operation. Nganate made these remarks while discussing the impact of the government moratorium, which has restricted the procurement of vehicles for government organizations, ministries, and agencies. This discussion took place during an engagement with the National Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure, and Housing. The committee’s purpose is to assess and investigate the impact of the moratorium on all government-related offices in the Omaheke region. Governor Nganate believes that government garages can perform better…

17 Oct

Geingob pays tribute to Ahtisaari as a friend and a peacemaker

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Niël Terblanché President Hage Geingob on behalf of all Namibians expressed his profound sadness upon learning of the death of a former President of Finland, Martti Ahtisaari, who played a pivotal role in the country’s journey to independence and peace. Martti Ahtisaari, whose name is intricately woven into the history of Namibia as a true friend and an international peacemaker, was not just a distant diplomat but a person who understood the Namibian struggle for freedom and justice. In his tributary message, the President said that Ahtisaari’s connection with Namibia dates back to 1975 when he was appointed as a…

17 Oct

Namibian Navy marks 19 years of service with a grand parade

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNamibian Navy marks 19 years of service with a grand parade

Niëlu Terblanché The Namibian Navy celebrated its 19th anniversary with a well-executed parade at the Naval Base Captain (Navy) P N Sacharia in Walvis Bay. Navy Commander, Rear Admiral Paulus Amungulu, delivered the opening address, emphasizing the primary mission of the Namibian Navy: to defend the territorial integrity of Namibia by safeguarding its water bodies from illegal, unreported, and unregulated activities. Admiral Amungulu stressed the importance of strategic thinking and collective effort with the available resources to fulfil the Navy’s mandate effectively. He urged the Navy to devise innovative approaches to meet their objectives. Among the Navy’s key objectives is…

17 Oct

Health Mentorship Programme receives vital support from the U.S.A

info_e12wt4csNational NewsHealth Mentorship Programme receives vital support from the U.S.A

Niël Terblanché Namibia’s healthcare system received crucial support in the form of 16 new vehicles that were generously donated by the Government of the United States of America. The Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr Kalumbi Shangula, officially took ownership of the new vehicles that will be added to the fleet already supporting the Mentorship Programme. During the ceremony, Dr. Shangula expressed his gratitude and stressed the importance of this donation in enhancing the quality of healthcare through the mentorship programme. He also pointed to the critical role played by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)-Namibia and…