A big road repair project is starting in Otjiwarongo. The project will fix many roads that were badly damaged by heavy rain. It will cost 92 million Namibian dollars and take three years to complete.
The town leaders discussed why the roads need help. Many streets have holes and cracks from all the rainwater. The roads are so damaged that simple repairs won't work anymore. Workers will need to rebuild the roads from the bottom up and ensure proper water drainage.
Nine roads will be completely fixed. Some streets, like Dr Libertina Amathila Avenue and Bahnhof Street, will have new asphalt laid. Other roads, like Rikumbi Kandanga Road and River Street, will also be repaired.
The Road Fund Administration is providing money to make these...
Nestled in Rehoboth, Origo Primary School has transformed its agricultural program into a thriving community enterprise. After six years of cultivation, the school's vegetable gardens are now selling fresh produce directly to residents. Established with support from the Namibia Agronomic Board, the gardens have become a beacon of agricultural education and sustainability.
Agriculture teachers Levy Mbeava and David Mwaala have crafted an innovative approach to vegetable production. Their strategy divides harvest between the school's soup kitchen and community sales. Affordable pricing ranges from N$10 to N$20 per packet, making fresh vegetables accessible to parents, teachers, and local community members. WhatsApp groups facilitate...
Election officials are gearing up for a crucial voter registration drive in the Kabbe South constituency. The Electoral Commission of Namibia launched a four-day training program at Ngweze Community Hall in Katima Mulilo, bringing together 49 registration officials ready to update the local voter roll.
Lesley Simwanza from the Zambezi regional electoral office explained the mission. They aim to capture new eligible voters who recently turned 18 and track residents who have moved into the constituency. The supplementary registration ensures everyone can participate in the upcoming by-election.
The by-election became necessary after John Likando resigned from the constituency council. Legal requirements mandate that a replacement...
Okahandja's local government is stepping up to transform three informal settlements into proper neighborhoods. Mayor Beatrice Kotungondo shared exciting news during a community gathering with Oshetu residents about a comprehensive land formalization project. The municipality will kick off an extensive land surveying mission starting April 7th and continuing through June.
Surveyors will map approximately 5,000 residential and business plots across the Oshetu, Ekunde, and Five Rand areas. After completing the detailed survey, the municipality plans to issue official plot ownership certificates to current residents. The ambitious urban development program goes beyond mapping land boundaries.
The comprehensive plan includes critical...
Ben Amathila, a former Cabinet minister, championed the idea of honoring Nelson Mandela with a statue at Walvis Bay during the town's 30th reintegration anniversary celebration. He fondly recalled Mandela's crucial support in Namibia's peaceful acquisition of Walvis Bay and the Penguin Islands back in 1994.
Amathila highlighted the diplomatic finesse that secured the territory without military conflict. Mandela's leadership proved instrumental when he decisively declared Walvis Bay belonged to the Namibian people and swiftly signed the necessary documentation. The liberation came through strategic planning and patient negotiation rather than armed confrontation.
The Pearl Celebrations followed a postponement from the previous year due...
Investment expert Max Rix has blasted Namibia's budget priorities, highlighting a massive funding gap between military spending and youth employment programs. The Netumbo-Nandi Ndaitwah government allocated a mere N$1.3 billion for youth-related initiatives like stadium construction, sports leagues, and skills training compared to a whopping N$7.5 billion earmarked for defense.
Rix points out the glaring disconnect between national needs and budget allocation. More than one-third of young Namibians struggle to find work, yet military expenditure dwarfs investments in their economic future. He argues that youth disaffection and lack of economic opportunities pose just as significant a threat to national stability as external security...
A Windhoek High Court judge has banned Namibian police and prison officials from transporting prisoners with hands cuffed behind their backs inside unsafe vehicles. Acting judge Collins Parker made the ruling after hearing a lawsuit from two inmates, Kevan Townsend and Jaco Kennedy.
The American citizen and awaiting-trial detainee sought N$1.9 million in damages, challenging multiple aspects of their detention and transportation. They specifically complained about dangerous transport conditions involving high-speed drives without safety belts and metal seating during court transfers and other trips.
Parker largely rejected their claims as frivolous, finding most allegations unsubstantiated. He particularly noted that their argument...
Soccer mama Pokello Nare was buzzing with excitement at Rufaro Stadium as her boy Nathan Mutasa kicked off his first Castle Premier League match with Scotland FC. Cameras caught her beaming with pure motherly pride as Nathan hit the field against Bikita Minerals.
Nathan landed a sweet spot on the Scotland FC squad after a recent recruitment. Proud mom Pokello couldn't contain her emotions watching her young athlete compete. She's always been her children's number one fan, and Saturday proved no different.
The match took place at Rufaro Stadium, with Nathan representing his new team. Pokello's loud cheers likely echoed across the field as her son showcased his soccer skills. Her support spoke volumes about her commitment to her...
Zimbabwe's tech minister is pushing hard for a digital revolution. Tatenda Mavetera wants tech innovators and government teams to work together to supercharge artificial intelligence investments.
Responding to conversations at the GAISAfrica2025 conference, Mavetera highlighted ambitious plans to transform Zimbabwe's technological landscape. She talked about creating smoother regulations, boosting research partnerships, and building rock-solid digital infrastructure that attracts serious investors.
The minister dropped bombshell announcements about upcoming policies targeting tech startups, cryptocurrency frameworks, and juicy tax incentives. Her goal? Positioning Zimbabwe as Africa's next big technology powerhouse. Strive Masiyiwa...
