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The Walvis Bay Corridor Group’s Wellness Services has intensified its infection prevention and control measures following confirmed Mpox cases in the Erongo Region. Working closely with the Ministry of Health and the WHO, WBCG is strengthening surveillance, screening, and community awareness across its wellness centres and mobile clinics. Here is Edward Shivute, the Project Manager at WBCG. play_arrow WBCG Steps Up Mpox Preparedness Along Namibia’s Angie Scholtz

The Namibia Statistics Agency reports that annual inflation rose to 3.6 percent in October, up from 3.5 percent in September and 3 percent a year ago. Zonal data shows that Zone 3, covering the South, Erongo, and Omaheke regions, recorded the highest maize meal prices, while Zone 2, representing the Khomas region, paid the lowest. The Statistics Agency says the rise in inflation is mainly driven by food and non-alcoholic beverages, […]

Photo contributed by RA website. The Roads Authority has unveiled its Roads Management System Hub, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining Namibia’s top-tier road network. RMS Head Sophia Tekie emphasised the importance of timely maintenance and prioritising preservation over new development to sustain Namibia’s status as one of Africa’s best road networks. The RA also plans to integrate a risk management framework into the system to enhance asset management and long-term […]

The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority has received the Outstanding Regulatory Excellence Award at the Leaders Without Borders Annual Business Summit held in Windhoek. The award recognises NAMFISA’s role in promoting financial stability, transparency, and consumer protection in Namibia’s non-banking financial sector. CEO Kenneth Matomola says the honour reflects the team’s dedication to fostering investor confidence and supporting sustainable economic growth both locally and across Africa. Here is Victoria Raimond, the Manager […]

CRAN’s 2025 Community Outreach Initiative saw staff raise over N$71,000 to support education, health, and social projects across Namibia. Teams donated supplies to special needs schools, building materials to Naiti Combined School, food to Ebenezer Soup Kitchen, and hygiene and educational items to Windhoek Central Hospital’s Paediatric Oncology Ward. Chairperson Abraham Eita praised the staff for their generosity and commitment to community empowerment. Here is Mufaro Nesongano, the Executive for Communication […]

The High Court of Namibia (Main Division) on Independence Avenue at Windhoek in Khomas Region, Namibia.  Court proceedings across Namibia came to a standstill yesterday as magistrates launched a nationwide work stoppage, demanding salary adjustments and improved benefits. The strike action left dozens of court attendees stranded, with no hearings taking place countrywide. The magistrates argue that previous negotiations have not resolved their longstanding concerns over pay and benefits. Here […]

President Photo contributed by: Presidency website has reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to global climate action as she departs for Brazil to attend the 30th UN Climate Change Conference, COP30, in Belem. Speaking at Hosea Kutako International Airport, she said environmental protection has been a constitutional priority since independence, with Namibia actively engaged in the Rio conventions on biodiversity, desertification, and climate change. The President noted that Namibia remains among the countries […]

By: Staff Reporter Kavango East Regional Council on Monday handed over streetlights worth N$1.1 million at Ndiyona Settlement in Kavango East Region. The streetlights, which incorporate energy-efficient LED technology, were erected along B8 trunk road and funded by the Kavango East Regional Council. Speaking at the official handover, urban and Rural Development minister advisor, Boniface Mutumba, said the project aligns with the country’s goals for rural electrification and infrastructure development. […]