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By: Envale Matheus Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) leader Panduleni Itula has pledged his party’s support to the Namibian government in implementing policies that benefit citizens. The announcement was made on Monday at the State House in Windhoek, following a meeting with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. play_arrow IPC leader Penduleni Itula pledges support to government policies Tonata Kadhila Itula also reaffirmed IPC’s role as the official opposition, stressing the need to […]

  By: Petrus Amutenya City Boys FC celebrated its standout players for the 2024/2025 season in a ceremony held in Windhoek this September. Forward Tapopi Shetunyenya walked away with two awards for his exceptional performances, including a pivotal role in the club’s triumph in the Khomas second division league and the Mariental playoffs. The wins secured City Boys FC a place in the first national division league. Shetunyenya expressed gratitude […]

The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) has launched a nationwide Financial Inclusion Survey to map how Namibians access and use financial services. Running until 4 November, the survey covers all 14 regions, collecting data on banking, insurance, loans, and savings practices across the country. Dr. Paula Ingo, Executive for Demographic and Social Statistics and Financial Inclusion Project Manager at the NSA, highlighted the importance of the survey in supporting evidence-based planning […]

Namibia is hosting the Second Session of the Botswana–Namibia Bi-National Commission in Windhoek until 10 October, concluding with a Heads of State Summit co-chaired by Presidents Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Duma Gideon Boko. Presidential spokesperson Jonas Mbambo said the event will review cooperation across diplomatic, economic, social, and security sectors, with several bilateral agreements expected to be signed.  play_arrow Namibia Hosts Botswana–Namibia Bi-National Commission Leonard Witbeen The post Namibia Hosts Botswana–Namibia […]

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 […]