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The City of Windhoek has launched International Fire Safety Week under the theme “Unite to Ignite for a Secure Nation.” Mayor Ndeshihafela Larandja noted that the Fire Brigade has responded to over 2,000 fire incidents this year, nearly 1,500 of them in informal settlements. Senior Station Officer Phillipus Sikongo highlighted that the campaign, running from 6 to 10 October, aims to raise awareness about fire prevention and community safety.   […]

 Trustco Group Holdings’ office in Windhoek, Namibia Trustco Group Holdings has hit back at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) following a public censure and financial penalty related to its USD 75 million investment in Meya Mining. The company says the transaction, announced in August 2022, had full shareholder backing, but was delayed by what it calls “regulatory interference” and “obstructive processes” by the JSE over more than two years. The […]

By: Staff Reporter The 2025 Nedbank Desert Ice Challenge T20 League ended on a high note with a star-studded awards gala at the Nedbank Campus Sky Garden on 1 October. Cricket Generation (Cric Gen) from Walvis Bay were crowned champions after beating the Gobabis Bulls by 33 runs in the July final. Okahandja Cricket Club and United won the Shield and Bowl titles respectively. Top individual honours went to Willem Groenewald (Player of the Tournament), […]

By: Ludorf Iyambo Windhoek Mayor Ndeshihafela Larandja said the City’s Fire Brigade responded to over 2 000 fire-related incidents, with nearly 1500 occurring in informal settlements. The mayor made these remarks on Monday during the International Fire Safety Week , which runs from 06 to 10 October. Larandja said fires remain one of the greatest threats to life and livelihood, especially in informal settlements. In addition, Larandja said that through […]

By: Hertha Ekandjo Medical Rescue Africa (MRA) launched its state-of the art air ambulance, fully equipped with medical evacuation facilities. MRA, which operates under Westair Aviation, unveiled the Beechcraft King Air 350i at the Westair hangar at Eros Airport on 1 October. The aircraft offers strong performance, range, and reliability, with a spacious medical platform that can accommodate two stretchers and advanced life-support systems. Westair Aviation CEO Henri van Schalkwyk […]

Parliament of Barbados, Bridgetown Parliament is participating in the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Barbados, running from 5 to 12 October. Parliament spokesperson Sakeus Kadhikwa emphasized the importance of Namibia’s participation, noting that the conference allows the country to engage in meaningful dialogue with fellow Commonwealth nations and strengthen international legislative partnerships. play_arrow Parliament attends 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Barbados Tonata Kadhila The delegation, led by National Council […]

Business expert Josef Sheehama has highlighted the high costs involved in buying a home, citing lawyers’ fees, transfer duties, deed office charges, and NAMRA taxes as major contributors. He advised prospective homeowners to start saving early, use online tools to calculate costs, and explore bank incentives or negotiate fees to reduce financial strain. play_arrow Expert Advises Strategies to Manage High Home Transfer Costs Leonard Witbeen The post Expert Advises Strategies […]

Independent Patriots for Change MP John-Louw Mouton has raised concerns over the impartiality of the Anti-Corruption Commission. In an interview, Mouton argued that because the president nominates candidates and the ruling party dominates Parliament, the system effectively allows the ruling party to appoint its preferred director, undermining the independence of the ACC. play_arrow IPC MP Questions Independence of Anti-Corruption Commission. Leonard Witbeen The post IPC MP Questions Independence of Anti-Corruption […]

FirstRand Namibia has announced that its FNB ATMs are currently unable to accept the Bank of Namibia’s newly issued banknotes for deposits. According to the bank, the machines can still dispense cash as usual. Still, technical upgrades are needed to enable them to recognise and process the new notes when customers make deposits. Group communications manager at FNB Namibia Kirsty Watermeyer: play_arrow FirstRand Namibia says ATM upgrades needed to process […]