AllAfrica News: Namibia

Swapo Reshuffles MPs in the National Assembly

[Namibian] National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila on Tuesday announced a reshuffle of Swapo members of parliament (MPs) across standing committees, parliamentary friendship groups and multilateral organisations.

Swapo Leaders Refuse to Vacate Posts Despite Shaningwa Directive

[Namibian] Some Swapo members holding leadership positions in various wings of the party are allegedly refusing to vacate their positions after assuming full-time jobs as councillors, governors and ministers.

Omusati Toddlers Accused of Killing One-Year-Old

[Namibian] A twenty-two month old child died on Monday evening after allegedly being harmed by two twin toddlers (2).

Private Schools Warned to Operate Within Approved Grades

[Namibian] The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has instructed private schools to operate strictly within the grades and programmes approved in their certificates of registration.

Climate Pushes Zambezi States to Cooperate On Water

[Namibian] Officials from countries in the Zambezi River Basin say growing climate variability is increasing pressure on shared water resources, prompting renewed cooperation on water management and planning.

Southern Regions Dig Deepest for Beef Stew

[Namibian] Consumers in zone three, comprising the ||Kharas, Erongo, Hardap and Omaheke regions, paid the highest price for beef stew at N$113.96 per kilogramme during the month of February.

Amutse Aims for 80 Percent Power Access in Four Years

[Namibian] Minister of industries, mines and energy Modestus Amutse says with hard work, Namibia can achieve a national electricity connectivity rate of 80% in four years.

15 Pupils At Kavango East School Hospitalised Over Suspected Food Poisoning

[Namibian] Fifteen pupils from Rundu Secondary School in the Kavango East region are currently at the Rundu State Hospital for suspected food poisoning.

Gender Ministry Rehabilitates 75 Children

[Namibian] About 75 children who have been living on the streets have completed their five-week rehabilitation and reintegration training with the Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare.

NamPower Warns N$700 Million in Unpaid Bills Threatens Finances

[Namibian] The Namibia Power Corporation (NamPower) says it is struggling to recover about N$700 million in unpaid electricity bills that are more than 90 days overdue, warning that the rising debt is putting pressure on the utility's finances.

'The Dungeons' Heads to the Stage

[Namibian] Stories from a controversial chapter in Namibia's struggle for independence will take centre stage in Mervin Claasen's 'The Dungeons' at Windhoek's Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre on 20 March.

Finland Sows Circular Economy Seeds in Namibia

[Namibian] Finland and Namibia have partnered to strengthen the local circular economy, focusing on resource efficiency and sustainable growth across the mining, energy and agricultural sectors.

I Will Not Call Myself Doctor Until I Earn It - Monica Geingos

[Namibian] Former first lady and One Economy Foundation founder Monica Geingos says she will not call herself a doctor until she works towards finalising her own PhD.

Village Market Pulls Over 450 Visitors

[Namibian] Thrifted clothes, handbags, shoes, hand-made jewellery, a variety of desserts, cheeses, snacks, fish bowls, fruits and vegetables line the vendors' stalls at The Village Sunday Market.

Oversight Needed to Avoid Oil Resource Curse - IPPR

[Namibian] The Institute for Public Policy Research says several governance issues need to be addressed to put Namibia in a good position to capitalise on an oil economy.

Theofelus Criticised After Blaming Pensioners for Falling Victim to Online Scams

[Namibian] Minister of information and communication technology Emma Theofelus has come under fire from consumer rights activists after saying pensioners who fall victim to online scams are to blame themselves.

Alleged Food Poisoning Takes 130 Omuthiya Inmates to Hospital

[Namibian] About 130 inmates from the Omuthiya police holding cells were transported to the Omuthiya District Hospital on Sunday for showing symptoms of suspected food poisoning.

Convicted Outjo Murderers to Be Sentenced in April

[Namibian] Two prisoners convicted of murdering an Outjo resident during a violent house robbery in October 2014 are due to be sentenced in the Windhoek High Court in April.

Govt Gets 30% in Desalination Plant While Chinese State-Owned Giant Gets 70%

[Namibian] Political leaders have blasted the government's decision to hand a foreign company a 70% controlling stake in a coastal desalination plant, leaving the state with a minority 30% in a N$3-billion project.

Actors Need Money and Support - Masters

[Namibian] For Namibian actress Diana Masters, acting has never been a phase.

Breathe Music Like Your Air - Sunny Boy

[Namibian] Sunny Boy has become a household name in the Namibian music industry.

Erongo Police Urge Taxi and Bus Drivers to Act As Informants in Fight Against Drug Trafficking

[Namibian] The Erongo police have asked taxi drivers and bus operators to serve as informants in the battle against drug trafficking in the region.

Family Demands Answers From Police and Businessman After Two-Month Search for 'Tuna' Iiyambo

[Namibian] "Nangaye nda zako kOwambo. Kamu monandje we, onda ka ninga ombwiti."

A Return to Wuthering Heights

[Namibian] There's a scene at the beginning of 'Wuthering Heights'- the book, not the recent movie - where the ghost of Catherine Linton begs to be let into her former home. It's the kind of gothic, deeply disturbing moment that had me nervous about watching the new film alone.

Faith and Liberation - The Story of Salatiel and Anita Ailonga in Exile

[Namibian] A new book shares a manifestation of faithful perseverance, but it also is a story of stigmatisation and discreditation when speaking truth to power within the anti-colonial resistance movement.

Balancing the Blackboard and the Bottom Line - Side Businesses Ban Misses the Mark

[Namibian] Many Teachers rely on side businesses to make ends meet, yet punitive audits risk demoralising the very educators tasked with shaping Namibia's future.

Kandorozu's Debut Stand-Up Comedy Special

[Namibian] Every country has its national symbols. A flag, an anthem, a coat of arms.

Namra Warns Foreign Companies Mineral and Petroleum Licence Transfers Are Subject to Namibian Tax

[Namibian] The Namibia Revenue Agency (Namra) has warned that all mineral and petroleum licence transfers, including those conducted abroad, are subject to tax despite industry concerns.

Maryke Van Lill to Lead O&l Leisure

[Namibian] O&L Leisure, the hospitality division of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group has appointed Maryke van Lill as managing director, effective 1 March.

Namibia's Investment Bill - Balancing Protection and Investor Confidence

[Namibian] Namibia has long enjoyed a reputation as one of Africa's most stable and investor friendly economies.

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