AllAfrica News: Namibia

Namibian Prisons House Over 400 Foreign Inmates

[New Era] There are 443 foreign inmates serving sentences in Namibian correctional facilities countrywide, while 12 are awaiting trial.

MTC 4 Life Aids Unemployed Youth

[New Era] More than 250 unemployed young Namibians from the Erongo, Hardap, Omaheke and Zambezi regions have applied to join the MTC 4 Life project for specialised business training and seed capital support. Launched in 2023, the MTC 4 Life Project is a youth employment and skills empowerment initiative that has trained 91 young individuals to date, investing N$3.5 million over the past two years.

From Barefoot to School Shoes Provider

[New Era] As a little boy, Michael Uerikua walked barefoot, often seen as the "black sheep" due to not having a school uniform.

NIP Takes Leap in R&D

[New Era] The Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP)'s six new research centres of excellence (CoE) will reflect the real health challenges Namibians face, and produce real-world solutions.

Women Tournament Crucial for Growth

[New Era] The Southern Regional All Africa Challenge Trophy currently underway at Windhoek Country Club is more than just a competition, it serves as a platform for learning, networking and showcasing talent, Namibia Amateur Ladies Golf Union (NALGU) secretary general, Tashia Kalondo said.

Ueitele, Prinsloo Sworn in As Deputy Judge President

[Namibian] Judges Shafimana Ueitele and Hannelie Prinsloo were sworn in as deputy judge presidents of the Windhoek High Court on Tuesday.

Education Ministry Faces Legal Hurdles With Supply of School Hostel Food

[Namibian] The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has cautioned that prolonged legal battles about school hostel catering tenders may result in food shortages at hostels across the country.

Budget Deadlock -- Is Actionsa the ANC's Saviour and What Does It Mean for the GNU?

[Namibian] ActionSA offered the ANC crucial support to pass the fiscal framework on Tuesday as talks with the DA deadlocked. The vote heads to the National Assembly on Wednesday and could determine the future of the Government of National Unity.

ECN Starts Preparing for Otjiwarongo, Grootfontein By-Elections

[Namibian] The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has outlined its preparations for upcoming by-elections at Otjiwarongo and Grootfontein in the Otjozondjupa region.

Henties Bay Municipality Opens Satellite Office At Omdel

[Namibian] Residents of Henties Bay's Omdel informal settlement and surrounding communities will no longer need to travel long distances to access municipal services.

Health Ministry Raises Awareness About Stigma Against Mental Illness

[Namibian] Dr Adelinu Celestinus, a medical doctor at Windhoek Central Hospital's mental healthcare unit, cautioned against the stigmatisation of mental illness during a mental health and suicide prevention awareness campaign at Outjo on Monday.

Nampower Warns Residents to Vacate Areas Along Kunene River

[Namibian] NamPower has warned communities along the Kunene River to urgently evacuate low-lying areas due to potential flooding caused by heavy rainfall in southern Angola.

Nandi-Ndaitwah Won't Act Against Luvindao Without Evidence - Hengari

[Namibian] Presidential spokesperson Alfredo Hengari says president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will not take steps against newly appointed health minister Esperance Luvindao without binding evidence of her being unethical.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah to Act Against Minister Hengari Only If Rape Charges Are Laid

[Namibian] President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will only take action against minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform Mac Hengari if he is charged in connection with allegations of rape.

Namibia's Dams Filling Up As Rains Continue

[Namibian] The country's major dams are receiving good inflows during the current rainy season, NamWater has reported.

Air Namibia to Make a Comeback Before End of 2026 - Presidency

[Namibian] Presidential spokesperson Alfredo Hengari says president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's plans to relaunch Air Namibia between June this year and December next year.

Poverty-Stricken Walvis Residents Live On Dumpsite

[Namibian] Clarence Tjipundi (32) and his neighbours stand at the entrance of the Walvis Bay dumpsite, waiting for the next truck to arrive.

New Justice Minister Takes On Hospitality Sector Over Alleged Worker Exploitation

[Namibian] Newly appointed minister of justice and labour relations Wise Immanuel has taken a firm stand against "a growing trend of employee exploitation in Namibia's hospitality sector".

Windhoek to Fix Potholes After Rainy Season Only

[Namibian] ROAD users have been urged to be patient as rain-damaged roads will only be permanently fixed after the rainy season ends.

Khorixas Poised for Exciting Ma /Gaisa Festival

[Namibian] All roads will lead to Khorixas this weekend, where 11 of Namibia's finest ma /gaisa artists will grace the Herbert Conradie Stadium for the inaugural Ma /Gaisa Festival Volume 1.

Cabinet Cuts - an Unexpected Lesson for Us All

[Namibian] The downsizing of Namibia's new Cabinet - by cutting the number of ministers from 21 to 14 - should serve as an enduring reminder to anyone aspiring to positions of national responsibility.

Stars Win N$1.5 Million Jackpot

[Namibian] African Stars are N$1.5 million richer after winning the inaugural MTC Maris Cup on Saturday.

Volleyball National League Kicks Off

[Namibian] The second season of the MTC Volleyball National League kicked off this weekend at the Windhoek Showgrounds with a total of 19 matches played across both the men and women's divisions.

Wanderers, Kudus Take the Lead

[Namibian] FNB Wanderers and FNB Kudus went to the top of the Namibia Rugby Premier League log after both recorded convincing victories on Saturday.

Namibia in Numbers - Sectoral Growth Since 2020

[Namibian] The 2024 Annual National Accounts data confirmed that several sectors have finally recovered from the Covid-19 pandemic, with real gross domestic product (GDP), excluding the mining sector, returning to 2019 levels.

Good Samaritan Steps in to Help Children After Bridge Collapsed

[Namibian] When the bridge between Windhoek and Rehoboth collapsed last Thursday, Groot Aub residents were stranded, leaving some parents unable to return to their children.

Pipe Burst Disrupts Water Supply At Narraville, Walvis Bay

[Namibian] A pipe burst has temporarily interrupted the water supply to Narraville at Walvis Bay as of Saturday morning.

Development Budget Surges to N$12.8 Billion, Boosting Tenderpreneur Prospects

[Namibian] Tenderpreneurs are set to have a good year after finance and social grants management minister Erica Shafudah yesterday increased the development budget to N$12.8 billion.

A New Era - Namibia's First Female President Not a Magician

[New Era] Namibia has achieved historical significance. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is the country's first female President and president of the Swapo Party.

Don't Cross Flooded Rivers, Kunene Inhabitants Told

[New Era] Opuwo -- The Namibian Police Force's commander in the Kunene region, commissioner James Nderura, has urged motorists and pedestrians to refrain from crossing flooded rivers following heavy downpours recorded here over the past three weeks.

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