Windhoek – Urban and Rural Development Minister Erastus Uutoni has affirmed the life-changing impact of the Informal Settlement Upgrading Project in Windhoek. The minister handed over 53 new houses to beneficiaries of the pilot project, a collaborativ…
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Fishrot Trial in Windhoek High Court Postponed Due to Absent Defence Lawyers
Windhoek – The much-anticipated Fishrot trial at the Windhoek High Court has been postponed to Friday following the absence of two defense lawyers. Acting Judge Moses Chinhengo made the decision to delay the proceedings on Wednesday.
According to Na…
Read moreNamibian Health Minister Urges Calm Amid Respiratory Infections Surge in China
Windhoek – Namibian Health and Social Services Minister Kalumbi Shangula has called for public calm in response to the recent surge of respiratory infections in China. Addressing a press conference in Windhoek, Shangula reassured that Namibia is not c…
Read moreWindhoek Council Announces Major Debt Relief Programme for Residents and Businesses
Windhoek – The City of Windhoek Council has introduced a significant debt relief programme to aid eligible residents and businesses, amounting to a total of N.dollars 524 million. This initiative was announced in a press release on Tuesday by the city…
Read moreOpuwo Mayor Praises Pensioners for Consistent Bill Payments
Opuwo – In a gesture of appreciation, Opuwo Mayor Rosa Mbinge-Tjeundo has lauded some senior citizens of Opuwo for their consistent payment of monthly water bills, rates, and taxes. The commendation was made during the council’s end-of-year pensioners…
Read moreSix Computer Stars Tournament Set to Kickoff in Kunene Region
Warmquelle, Kunene Region – The fifth annual Six Computer Stars football and netball tournament is scheduled to take place this weekend at the Nine Tjivinde Sports Field in Warmquelle, Kunene Region. The event promises to showcase local sports talent …
Read moreRising Unemployment Leads University Graduates to Pursue Technical Education
Kithimani – Amidst increasing unemployment rates, a growing number of university graduates in Kenya are enrolling in technical and vocational education and training (TVET) courses to gain hands-on skills for job readiness. This trend was evident durin…
Read moreKwale County Enhances TVET Programs to Tackle Youth Unemployment
Kwale County – Governor Fatuma Achani of Kwale County has emphasized her administration’s commitment to strengthening Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as a strategic approach to address youth unemployment in the coastal county. G…
Read moreFuel Prices Drop in Namibia Ahead of Festive Season’
Windhoek – The Ministry of Mines and Energy in Namibia has announced a significant decrease in fuel prices for December, providing relief to motorists during the festive season. This announcement was made in a statement issued by the ministry on Tuesd…
Read moreKENTTEC and Turkana County Launch Campaign Against Tsetse Flies and Trypanosomiasis
Turkana – The Kenya Tsetse and Trypanosomiasis Eradication Council (KENTTEC), in collaboration with the Turkana County Government, has initiated a campaign to control tsetse flies and trypanosomiasis. This preventive measure is particularly crucial du…
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