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Digital Literacy Framework Under Development
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Ministry of Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) is currently drafting a Digital Literacy Framework to guide Namibia’s efforts in enhancing digital literacy across the nation. ICT Minister Emma Theofelus confirmed the framework’s development during MTC’s Tech Conference at the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair this week. Panellists at the conference […]
Only 1% of Budget Allocated to Water and Sanitation
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform’s allocation for water and sanitation represents just 1% of the national budget. This revelation came from Carl Schlettwein, the country’s water and sanitation policymaker, during the African Union’s AIP International High-Level Panel on Water Investment for Africa. For the current financial year, […]
Health Insurance Not a Priority in Namibia, Says Nangombe
By: Justicia Shipena The executive director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Ben Nangombesays health insurance is not a priority in Namibia. His comments follow a recent Afrobarometer survey revealing that a significant majority of Namibians lack health insurance coverage. The survey found that more than 85% of Namibians do not […]
Uranium One Could Create Over 4,000 Jobs, Says Leonardville CEO
By: Mathias Hangala The Chief Executive Officer of the Leonardville Village Council, Efraim Dawids, has projected that over 4,000 jobs could be created if Uranium One’s mining operations commences. In a recent interview with The Villager, Dawids mentioned that, as part of the preparation for this potential opportunity, about 20 young people from the […]
Katima Mulilo Struggles With 1,500 Housing Applications Dating Back to 2008
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Katima Mulilo Town Council is facing significant challenges in land and housing delivery as it struggles to manage a long-standing backlog of residential applications. With Katima Mulilo being the only urban area in the Zambezi Region, the council currently has a waiting list of 1,500 applicants for residential plots, dating […]
Timber Theft Persists in Kavango West Region
By: Annakleta Haikera Timber theft continues to be a significant issue in the Kavango West region, with 400 timber planks reported stolen and subsequently recovered in August. According to police reports, several arrests have been made, but the situation remains a concern in this heavily forested area. Kavango West Regional Commander, Julia Sakuwa-Neo, […]
Businessman Offers Training to Sex Workers in Oshakati
By: Ludorf Iyambo A local businessman from Oshakati has extended a lifeline to eight sex workers operating near the Okandjendi Bridge by offering them training in design and tailoring, aiming to help them build better lives. The number of individuals turning to sex work in the area has […]
Over 1,500 Agribank Clients to Benefit From N$116m Drought Relief
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Agricultural Bank of Namibia (Agribank) has announced plans to provide instalment relief totaling N$116 million to approximately 1,527 farmland and livestock account holders as part of the national drought aid program. This was confirmed by the bank’s spokesperson, Fillemon Nangonya, earlier this week. Nangonya stated that the N$116 million […]
Risk of Mpox Low, Says Tourism Alliance
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance has reassured tourists that despite the recent outbreak of monkeypox (Mpox) in certain parts of southern Africa, the region remains a safe and welcoming destination. On August 14, 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Mpox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) for […]
Local Content Policy for Petroleum Sector Gains Momentum
By: Justicia Shipena The Ministry of Mines and Energy says it is accelerating efforts to finalise the development Namibia’s local content policy aimed at enhancing local participation in the industry. The policy, called the National Upstream Petroleum Local Content Policy, is also aimed at building local capacity and facilitating skills transfer, ensuring that […]