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Tanzanian officials have challenged young citizens to embrace technical and vocational education as authorities work to eliminate outdated perceptions that skills training represents an inferior academic path. Bernadetta Ndunguru, who chairs the NACTVET Governing Council, told education...

The University of Dar es Salaam conferred an honorary doctorate on Mary Kamm for decades of work advancing female education across Tanzania. The philanthropist and veteran educator received recognition during the institution's graduation ceremony, where officials praised her efforts to support...

Tanzania's minerals minister has participated in groundbreaking ceremonies for a medical facility in Hombolo Makulu Ward, delivering on campaign commitments from the general election. Anthony Mavunde, who represents Mtumba constituency, pledged 2,000 bricks and 100 cement bags to advance...

Tanzania's education minister has announced accelerated reforms to accommodate a double cohort entering secondary schools as two primary grade levels complete simultaneously due to curriculum restructuring. Professor Adolf Mkenda stated the government will upgrade facilities to enable primary...

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has designated Tido Mhando as her advisor on information and communication, according to a statement from the Office of the Chief Secretary. Ambassador Moses Kusiluka signed the announcement detailing the administrative changes. Bakari Machumu will assume...

Tanzanian authorities received the remains of Joshua Mollel at Kilimanjaro International Airport after the young man died during Hamas attacks in Israel. A government delegation, including Deputy Permanent Secretary Ambassador Said Shaib Mussa and Ambassador Silima Haji Kombo, participated in...

Namibia has activated a 60-meter telecommunications tower bringing 4G connectivity to Epinga village within Omundaungilo constituency of Ohangwena region. Information and communication technology minister Emma Theofelus characterized the installation as advancing efforts to reduce digital...

Namibia's education minister has acknowledged persistent classroom overcrowding while inaugurating an 8 million Namibian dollar infrastructure expansion at Shakela Shimbwa Primary School in the Ohangwena region. Sanet Steenkamp announced that the Directorate of Education delivered 20 classrooms...

A legal challenge targeting a pharmaceutical supply agreement could intensify medicine shortages plaguing government health facilities across Namibia. Sara Katiti's company, Afripharm Investments, has petitioned the High Court to nullify contracts awarded to 13 suppliers, arguing the procurement...

Young voters in northern Namibia have expressed widespread disillusionment with electoral participation, with several residents stating they attend political gatherings solely for complimentary refreshments rather than genuine political engagement. Diina Ekandjo, an unemployed 19-year-old from...

The most recent Swakop Shell V-Power/M+Z Motors Rally attracted 31 competitors, marking the strongest participation level in 11 years for the motorsport discipline. Organizers noted steady, systematic progress in reviving local rallying after years when entries rarely surpassed 30 vehicles...

Economic analysts have raised concerns about Namibia's contracting employer population, which dropped from approximately 45,000 to just 15,000 between 2018 and 2023, threatening fiscal stability as government spending continues climbing. Cirrus Capital head of research Robert McGregor noted that...

Rodney Gariseb has made his directorial debut with a provocative theater production examining the deterioration of a romantic relationship through parallel timelines at the National Theatre of Namibia. The work follows characters Aili and Sem across different periods, exploring mental health...

Two judges have withdrawn from the Miss Universe panel ahead of the competition in Thailand, with one alleging the selection process has been compromised. Lebanese-French musician Omar Harfouch claimed on Instagram that an unauthorized panel with potential conflicts of interest had chosen 30...

The chairperson of Zambezi Regional Council has issued a stern warning to Namibia's urban and rural development minister over proposed legislation that would strip regional councils of key administrative powers. Matengu Simushi, who also serves as president of the Association of Regional...

Namibia's central bank has endorsed South Africa's decision to tighten its inflation objective from a 3% to 6% band down to a 3% center point with a one percentage point tolerance range. The Bank of Namibia expects the adjustment to deliver lower inflation and reduced interest rates domestically...

Namibia's finance minister has challenged a court filing by Avril Payroll Deduction Management that seeks to justify its government payroll services operations amid legal proceedings over the ministry's deductions system. Government attorneys argue the company cannot support relief requested by...

A charter aircraft carrying seven people made an emergency landing in the Namib Desert after experiencing catastrophic engine failure during a flight from Sossusvlei to Swakopmund. The GippsAero GA8 Airvan operated by Namibia Aviation Services crashed near Charlottenfelder Southern Diamond Camp...

Johannes !Gawaxab will depart his position as Bank of Namibia governor one year ahead of schedule, according to an announcement from the central bank's board of directors. His service concludes at year-end, cutting short a five-year appointment that began after former president Hage Geingob...

Namibian health authorities have confirmed supply constraints affecting crucial medications and HIV testing materials at medical facilities nationwide. Executive director Penda Ithindi announced the implementation of redistribution protocols that transfer existing inventory between regions...