Lawmakers have called on government officials to grant the University of Namibia its requested $850 million in extra funding if authorities eliminate tuition charges through the planned no-cost higher education program. Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah revealed on Friday that $663 million would go toward covering registration costs and tuition under the new policy. That allocation would boost state support for the university from $1.3 billion to $2.2 billion, separate from the $576 million given to the Namibia University of Science and Technology and student fees.
All People's Party President Ambrosius Kumbwa said during budget discussions on Tuesday that while the $814 million education increase was praiseworthy, officials should view...
Magistrates in Namibia plan to begin a limited strike on Tuesday if officials at the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations refuse negotiations with the Magistrates' and Judges' Association of Namibia regarding benefit increases. The association announced through Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys that the action would disrupt civil proceedings, contested motions, criminal cases and bail hearings at magistrate and regional facilities statewide. Work will halt until officials address their concerns, though the group expressed willingness to participate in emergency talks before the deadline.
The conflict centers on the delayed implementation of previously authorized pay adjustments. Finance officials approved higher housing and transportation...
Residents and businesses in Tsumeb continue experiencing power failures months after first reporting the problem, causing financial hardship and equipment damage across the industrial sector. Walter Carelse, who manages Goal Maize Factory, said his operations have suffered since last year, with maintenance costs reaching nearly $300,000. He reported outages lasting from 30 minutes to several hours despite repeated contacts with Central North Regional Electricity Distributor. On a recent Sunday, maintenance took all day, yet interruptions resumed within days. This past Tuesday, Cenored scheduled another shutdown affecting the entire industrial zone, including major facilities and businesses.
Local activist Johannes John said patience...
A first-year club secured the top domestic soccer championship after defeating Kwekwe United 5-1 on Saturday, matching a feat last accomplished four decades ago. Scottland FC finished with 65 points from 32 matches and two fixtures remaining, becoming just the second organization to claim the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League during its inaugural campaign. Black Rhinos previously achieved this distinction in 1984.
Khama Billiat, Tymon Machope, Ronald Pfumbidzai, and Tadiwa Chakuchichi all scored for the Harare squad owned by businessman Scott Sakupwanya. Manager Tonderai Ndiraya won consecutive titles after guiding Simba Bhora to victory last year, while captain Walter Musona also earned back-to-back championships with different...
Authorities in Harare took the leader of Prophetic Healing and Deliverance Ministries into custody early on Saturday morning after years of accusations related to sexual assault and financial misconduct. Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed that Walter Magaya, 41, was detained by investigators who arrived at his religious headquarters using vehicles without official markings.
Multiple women from his congregation have alleged abuse over nearly a decade, though formal action had been delayed. The Zimbabwe Gender Commission began examining these claims in 2019 but faced legal obstacles from Magaya that halted progress until court rulings in his case allowed the inquiry to continue. Members also reported losses from a residential development...
South Africa will finish the international calendar without one of its premier front-row players after Ox Nche sustained leg damage during a lopsided victory against Japan at Wembley Stadium. The 29-year-old prop departed the match within 20 minutes following contact with opposing captain Warner Dearns in the 61-7 triumph.
Head coach Rassie Erasmus confirmed the severity afterward, stating Nche injured both his ankle and knees in the tackle and would miss the remaining fixtures while using crutches. Gerhard Steenekamp entered as his replacement and delivered a strong scrummaging performance across more than 60 minutes in his first international appearance this year following his own recovery period.
Erasmus indicated that Asenathi...
A former defender believes the Johannesburg club can leverage continental competition to reach the global tournament scheduled for 2029 while generating significant revenue and international recognition.
Morgan Gould noted that African representatives at the 2025 edition in the United States will each receive at least $10 million in participation payments plus worldwide visibility. He argued that consistent performance in CAF Champions League matches over multiple seasons builds ranking points necessary for Club World Cup qualification. The club must reach semifinals and finals in premier African tournaments to accumulate sufficient standing, Gould explained. He described their recent advance to the CAF Confederation Cup group rounds...
Authorities in Zimbabwe have dismissed a widely circulated document falsely claiming businessman Wicknell Munodaani Chivayo faced police questioning for fraud-related offenses. The Zimbabwe Republic Police issued a statement on Sunday, warning citizens to disregard the fabricated memorandum that appeared designed to resemble official correspondence from Commissioner Paul Nyathi.
The forged notice dated Saturday alleged that Chivayo participated in schemes involving misrepresentation and financial document manipulation, while directing him to report to Harare Central Police Station. Officers confirmed investigations had begun to identify those responsible for creating and distributing the counterfeit statement through digital platforms...
Authorities in Zimbabwe have apprehended three individuals suspected of orchestrating an extensive digital fraud operation that victimized dozens through identity theft and communications takeover schemes. Tranos Taurai Muzanenhamo, 27, along with Rumbidzai Tsongora, 24, and Bradwell Shangwa, 25, were captured on Thursday in Shurugwi following a two-year investigation into 29 separate incidents totaling more than $17,009 and ZWG 30.6 million.
Law enforcement officials say Muzanenhamo leveraged previous employment at a cellular provider to circumvent security protocols. The group allegedly obtained victim credentials through fraudulent messages and compromised databases before posing as account holders to secure duplicate cellular...
