LPM Loses 9 Councils
Exclusion of Landless People’s Movement from Local Elections in Namibia The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) has been excluded from contesting nine southern local authorities and several others nationwide due to…
Mayors Reveal Key Lessons from Office
A Journey of Leadership and Challenges in Local Governance Former Lüderitz mayor Phil Balhao reflects on his time as an opposition councillor for the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) and…
Leaders Embrace Youth Fund Extension to 45
Expansion of the National Youth Development Fund’s Age Limit The National Youth Development Fund (NYDF) has made a significant change by increasing its eligibility age limit from 35 to 45.…
Fishing Sector Faces Minimal Oil Drilling Impact
Environmental and Social Impact of Oil Activities on Coastal Fishing Fishing activities along the coastline near the proposed TotalEnergies oil production site at Lüderitz are expected to experience minimal disruption…
Students Suspended for ‘K*ff*rs’ Costume, Sponsorship Ends
Incident Sparks Outcry and Consequences Two white students from Windhoek, who dressed in blackface at a Halloween party, have faced severe consequences after a public outcry. The incident has led…
$3m Fraud Charges Against Businessman
Legal Battle Over N$3 Million Unfolds in Windhoek A high-profile legal case is set to unfold in the Windhoek High Court as Johan van Wyk, a 45-year-old resident of Windhoek,…
Producer Removes Controversial Cattle Feed Ingredient
Controversial Livestock Feed Supplement Withdrawn A company based in Otjiwarongo has withdrawn a controversial livestock feed supplement made from sheep’s wool, according to recent reports. The product, named ‘Organic Karakul…
Magistrates Halt Work Nationwide
Courts Across Namibia Face Disruption as Magistrates Go on Strike Courts across Namibia experienced a significant disruption yesterday as magistrates initiated a work stoppage, causing widespread confusion and delays in…
ECN Rejects Lpm Nomination Blocking
Electoral Commission of Namibia Denies Allegations of Obstruction The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has firmly denied allegations that it has blocked the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) from submitting candidates…
AEDC Announces Workforce Restructuring for Enhanced Service Delivery
Abuja Electricity Distribution Company Undergoes Major Restructuring Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has initiated a significant restructuring process as part of its broader strategy to enhance service delivery, operational efficiency,…