The agriculture ministry has set aside N$5 million for the poultry value chain development scheme in all 14 regions. The allocation translates into a reduction of N$500 000, compared to the previous year. In the 2023/2024 FY, the programme received N$5.5 million for all 14 regions and benefitted 1 110 beneficiaries. This was announced by […]
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The Ministry of Health and Social Services has unveiled plans to allocate N$10.9 billion toward meeting evolving health and social requirements in the nation. Kalumbi Shangula, the Minister of Health and Social Services, disclosed these intentions during a comprehensive overview of the ministry’s performance and forthcoming strategies. The population surge, as evidenced by a preliminary […]
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Namibia: Escaped Lion Attacks Zambezi Man
Katima Mulilo — Residents of Katima Mulilo Rural constituency had a rude awakening with two lions. Escaped from the Chobe National Park, roaming around their villages, with one lion having now been killed after attacking a villager. Environment ministry officials had no choice but to put it down. While officials were tracking the lions, the […]
Walvis Bay — Domestic violence continues to create horror among families as victims, mostly women, lose their lives at the hands of abusive partners. In the latest incident, 29-year-old Usakos woman Lena Williams died after being stabbed multiple times by her former partner on Saturday morning around 05h00 in the Saamstaan location. Community members are […]
NEW Chinese defence attaché in Namibia, colonel Li Shujun says the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is willing to deepen and expand practical cooperation with the Namibian Defence Force (NDF). Speaking during his welcoming reception on Tuesday evening at the Chinese embassy, he said the PLA further seeks to continue sharing development experience without reservation, and […]
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Namibia: Rising Fuel Can Flame Inflation
Figures from the mines and energy ministry show that during March 2024, global petrol prices increased by 2.7% while international prices for diesel 50ppm decreased by 2.64% ,and diesel 10ppm decreased by 2.46%. On top of this, the exchange rate figures for 1 to 25 March indicated a 0.93% appreciation of the Namibia dollar against […]
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Namibia: Fuel Prices Go Up
The price of petrol increased by N$1.52 per litre, while both diesel grades will increase by 72 cents per litre, effective Wednesday, the Ministry of Mines and Energy announced. The ministry in a statement said that the price of petrol at the pump in Walvis Bay will be N$22.30, diesel 50 ppm will be priced […]
Namibia has taken a significant step to boost its tourism industry by announcing the implementation of visas on arrival at five key border posts across the country. The immigration ministry revealed this groundbreaking decision at their headquarters in Windhoek last week. Minister Albert Kawana emphasised the initiative’s potential to streamline travel procedures and facilitate hassle-free […]
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has recorded 28 rhinos poached in Namibia from January to date. This was announced on Monday in a media statement by ministry spokesperson Romeo Muyunda. “It is concerning to note that 19 were poached in the Etosha National Park, of which 10 were discovered during dehorning operations throughout […]
The ministry of agriculture has stepped up its campaign to encourage the use of technology in agriculture across the country, in an effort to transform farming methods in the face of the challenges presented by climate change. These initiatives aim to boost resilience and sustainability in the agriculture industry in addition to raising productivity. The […]
In an effort to contribute to national food security and improved nutrition, many Namibians are taking up small-scale gardening projects. One such champion is Lena Kasper (59), a resident of Utusib village, located near the Kuiseb River in Erongo region, 35km from Walvis Bay. Kasper, who has a small-scale backyard garden at Utusib, said she […]
Rundu-born Magdalena José has nurtured the love for nature since her childhood. Her fascination with the natural world has shaped her journey into agriculture. “I have always loved plants, trees and flowers for as long as I can remember, something I had in common with my late mother,” she recalls. “We would always do gardening […]
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security on Monday officially launched visas on arrival at the Oshikango, Mohembo, Oranjemund, Ariamsvlei, and Noordoewer border posts. The launch was officiated by minister of home affairs Albert Kawana in Windhoek. He said this was triggered by a boom in tourism. The number of tourists visiting Namibia […]
The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) has announced the immediate suspension of its Executive: Information Technology, Bonifatius Konjore, as part of an ongoing internal investigation into possible misconduct. The decision to suspend Konjore was made by standard procedures aimed at ensuring a fair and impartial process. It is crucial to note that this suspension […]
President Nangolo Mbumba sounded the alarm against those he says are seeking to disrupt Namibia’s peace, unity and economic progress. Speaking at the 34th Independence Day commemoration at Katima Mulilo on Thursday, Mbumba called on all citizens to reject divisive elements and uphold the collective interest of the country. “Those who are planning to disturb […]
The Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) in the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform has investigated the mass death of cattle in the Zambezi region. Between June and October 2023, 585 cattle died in the Kabe South constituency, as reported by The Namibian last October. Cattle have been mysteriously dying in several villages since […]
The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has earned a tidy sum in shareholder dividends when they received a payment to the value of more than N$3.2 million from the FirstRand Namibia Group. Described as securing a sustainable future, FirstRand handed over a symbolic dividend cheque for the financial year ended June 2023 to the GIPF […]
Rundu — A contractor on Thursday disconnected the sewer pump at Max Makushe Senior Secondary School because of non-payment by the directorate of education. The contractor had constructed a sewage pond at the school in 2021 for which he is claiming payment of close to N$1 million. The Max Makushe school is in the Mukwe […]