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Experts: Female MPs failing women

Experts: Female MPs failing women

2024-04-19Correspondent
While female lawmakers in Namibia constitute 50% of the National Assembly and 14...
Land prices frustrate Schlettwein ...as Govt pays N$91m for seven farms

Land prices frustrate Schlettwein ...as Govt pays N$91m for seven farms

2024-04-19Otniel Hembapu
Land reform minister Calle Schlettwein is a frustrated man. 
MPs want FIMA preservation clause changed

MPs want FIMA preservation clause changed

2024-04-19Maihapa Ndjavera
Members of Parliament have advised finance minister Iipumbu Shiimi to put on hol...
Primary healthcare a top priority – Shangula 

Primary healthcare a top priority – Shangula 

2024-04-19Paheja Siririka
For Namibia to realise the Universal Health Coverage dream, it must continue pri...
Policymakers urged to address unequal distribution of wealth

Policymakers urged to address unequal distribution of wealth

2024-04-19Correspondent
Linda McLeod, consultant at the Namibian Investment Promotion and Development Bo...

Sports
Civics eager to start NFA Cup title defence

Civics eager to start NFA Cup title defence

Various teams have hailed the organisers of the PstBet Namibia Football Association (NFA) Cup, saying the tournament will create more opportunities for players to showcase their talents. 
Do-or-die matches on the cards…as Debmarine Premier League wraps up this weekend

Do-or-die matches on the cards…as Debmarine Premier League wraps up this weekend

With only three matches remaining for Debmarine Namibia Premier League clubs, it is the moment of truth as to which club has what it takes to claim the trophy.
RIP Etienne, Edmando, Ethan and Greshlinn … Sad ending for a sporting family

RIP Etienne, Edmando, Ethan and Greshlinn … Sad ending for a sporting family

WHEN the world-renowned American country and pop music singer and astute songwriter Jim Reeves penned the lyrics of his gospel hit song, “This World is Not Our Permanent Home,” the popular mellow baritone-voice singer must have had Reho Falcon Rugby Club in mind.

BA supporters meet on Sunday … to plan way forward

Omaheke athletes ready for regionals

Cyclists to vie for points

Business
Opinion - Navigating risk in sub-Saharan Africa: Challenges and opportunities

Opinion - Navigating risk in sub-Saharan Africa: Challenges and opportunities

Sub-Saharan Africa, home to diverse cultures, abundant resources and dynamic economies, is a region of immense potential. However, amidst its promise lies a landscape fraught with risks that demand attention and initiative-taking strategies. 
NBL awarded as top tax contributor 

NBL awarded as top tax contributor 

Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) was recently awarded with the Overall Highest Trader Revenue Contribution award for 2023. The award from the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) showcases the NBL’s tax compliance and overall positive contribution to the development of the local economy. 
Energy conference promises diverse speaker line-up 

Energy conference promises diverse speaker line-up 

Delegates are in for a treat as the line-up of speakers for the upcoming Namibia International Energy Conference 2024 (NIEC 2024) is unveiled. With the countdown to the 6th edition of NIEC 2024 underway, anticipation builds as renowned figures from the energy, investment, finance  and sustainability sectors prepare to take the stage.

Trustco announces N$1.9b investment

Stocks swing after latest selloff

Surging uranium price validates Etango development… as spot price hit 16-year high of US$106

Courts & Crime
Mother arrested for allegedly raping son 

Mother arrested for allegedly raping son 

A 37-year-old woman was arrested on Monday for allegedly raping her nine-year-old son at Ongenga village in the Okaku constituency of the Oshana region.
‘I am guilty’ killer cop admits

‘I am guilty’ killer cop admits

Former senior police officer attached to the Women and Child Protection Unit in Keetmanshoop, Morgan Brian Plaatjie, informed Windhoek High Court Judge Dinnah Usiku that he intends to plead guilty to the charges he faces.
Treason judgement deferred

Treason judgement deferred

The remaining seven men accused of trying to secede the then Caprivi Strip from Namibia in 1999 must wait another two months to hear their fate. 

Shoprite fined for defying court order

DNA delays PG in engineer’s murder trial

Toddler rapist gets seven years in jail

Entertainment
Industry Loop - Events in Mbumba’s land

Industry Loop - Events in Mbumba’s land

FOR years, I’ve written about events in Namibia. For years, I made it a point to contextualise what the perfect event should look like. 
Tribute to the King of Rumba: Papa Wemba

Tribute to the King of Rumba: Papa Wemba

The Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC) proudly announces a spectacular tribute concert, honouring the legendary King of Rumba, Papa Wemba. 
Igniting hearts, souls with The Yeshua Experience

Igniting hearts, souls with The Yeshua Experience

The Yeshua Experience Tour concert will take place tomorrow at the Jesus Centre Family Church in Okuryangava with the goal of uplifting spirits and establishing a strong spiritual connection through music. 

ZYX unveils delightful new soundtrack

Uncommon sense - Embracing sexual energy for greatness and vitality

‘Own your professional space’, filmmakers told

National
Civics eager to start NFA Cup title defence

Civics eager to start NFA Cup title defence

Various teams have hailed the organisers of the PstBet Namibia Football Association (NFA) Cup, saying the tournament will create more opportunities for players to showcase their talents. 
Do-or-die matches on the cards…as Debmarine Premier League wraps up this weekend

Do-or-die matches on the cards…as Debmarine Premier League wraps up this weekend

With only three matches remaining for Debmarine Namibia Premier League clubs, it is the moment of truth as to which club has what it takes to claim the trophy.
RIP Etienne, Edmando, Ethan and Greshlinn … Sad ending for a sporting family

RIP Etienne, Edmando, Ethan and Greshlinn … Sad ending for a sporting family

WHEN the world-renowned American country and pop music singer and astute songwriter Jim Reeves penned the lyrics of his gospel hit song, “This World is Not Our Permanent Home,” the popular mellow baritone-voice singer must have had Reho Falcon Rugby Club in mind.

BA supporters meet on Sunday … to plan way forward

Omaheke athletes ready for regionals

Cyclists to vie for points

Youth
Project Never Walk Alone donates shoes to Monica Geingos’ learners

Project Never Walk Alone donates shoes to Monica Geingos’ learners

Non-profit organisation Project Never Walk Alone donated school shoes to learners of Monica Geingos Junior Secondary School in Otjiwarongo on Friday. 
Okahandja spelling challenge on the cards

Okahandja spelling challenge on the cards

The inaugural Okahandja Circuit Spelling Bee Competition (English) for secondary schools will take place on 25 April at the town.
Nanso embraces Western culture … but moans that young people have lost cultural, traditional norms

Nanso embraces Western culture … but moans that young people have lost cultural, traditional norms

Namibia National Students Organisation (Nanso)’s spokesperson Dorthea Nangolo upholds the idea that Western culture, which America promotes, has done well in dispensing some harmful cultural practices in Namibia.

POEM - Gone  

Researcher nominated for SDG Action Awards

Opinion - Namibia’s peaceful political transition: The world can learn from us

 

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