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In the Newsroom takes a deeper look at top stories, stories of interest and issues of the day... we speak to various experts and bring you a more three-dimensional take on the news.
Dr Hoze Riruako, a local political analyst spoke to In the Newsroom following the news that Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was elected as the vice president of Swapo and will be the party's presidential candidate for the 2024 general election. Dr Riruako spoke about Nandi-Ndaitwah's excellent character and what she needs to do to pull the country back together.
The festive season is time for Namibians to take a long-deserved holiday after a long year of hard work. This would normally see Namibians going to different directions in and out of the country. However, concern over the price increase in commodities such as diesel and some food items, will not make it any easy for those that want to travel. Economist Cons Karamata said to In the Newsroom Namibians not only should they be worried about the reopening of schools, but also the long-term effect due to uncertainty of the world economy.
Leaked WhatsApp screenshots have lifted the veil on the political bickering between the municipality of Windhoek's council members, with a council member from the Landless People's Movement, Ivan Skrywer, who insulted his fellow board members. This during a conversation that appears to be about the appointment of Conrad Lutombi as the city's Chief Executive. Sade Gawanas, Mayor of the City of Windhoek spoke to In the Newsroom...
After intense negotiations, countries at COP27 reached an agreement on an outcome that established a funding mechanism to compensate vulnerable nations for ‘loss and damage’ from climate-induced disasters. Developing countries made strong and repeated appeals for the establishment of a loss and damage fund, to compensate the countries that are the most vulnerable to climate disasters, yet who have contributed little to the climate crisis. Namibia Chamber of the Environment chief executive officer Dr Chris Brown speaks to In the Newsroom about this outcome...
The Konrad Adenauer Stiftung together with the Minds in Action Team launched the Namibian Constitution Mobile App. The app was created in order to assist people with disabilities. It's available on both Google play and the App Store. In the Newsroom spoke to Claudia Gossow Programme Manager at Konrad Adenauer Stiftung ...
The Swapo Party has for many years been known as a party of unity and a powerful liberation movement. However, in recent years the members of the party have been embroiled in infighting, causing harm and disunity within the party. Now with the party elective congress happening this weekend, the party is more divided, especially with the vice presidency position at stake. Veteran journalist, Asser Ntinda, responded to a question of In the Newsroom of what he thinks can be done to unite the Swapo Party to its glory days.
Civil Society Organizations call for restorative justice following the marking of the third year anniversary since the country’s biggest corruption scandal, Fishrot, was uncovered. Over 30,000 leaked documents revealed how, since 2012, Iceland’s largest fishing company Samherji had paid millions of dollars to political figures and their associates in Namibia to divert fishing quotas away from local businesses. The Director of IPPR, Graham Hopwood spoke to In The Newsroom...
Communal farmers and their utter disregard for the labour law when it comes to farmworkers is still in the news. In the Newsroom checked in with UDF member, member of parliament and farmer in the Kunene region, Dudu Murorua and asked him how farmers in that region are abiding by the law.
Tucna has given the formal unions for farmworkers well-deserved credit saying these unions are doing very well in obeying the labour law and even going above and beyond, especially when it comes to wages. The challenge, he says, is the communal farming industry that underpays, uses illegal workers and child labour. He chats to In the Newsroom.
The Namibian People Against Poverty Organisation says it has around 25 000 members nationwide, of whom 40 have committed suicide this year due to poverty. The organisation held a peaceful demonstration in Otavi to draw attention to their state of poverty while also having the government to support and finance their small businesses. Social activist Rosa Namises told In the Newsroom that poverty is breaking Namibia.
Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila during her visit to the southern regions of Namibia, told traditional leaders that the negotiations for reparations are not complete, and urges them to step up and get involved in the process. The government has in the past been criticised for going ahead on their own without the involvement of the affected communities. Brian Black, National Chairperson of the Independent Patriots for Change says to In the Newsroom that the German government does not value black lives as much as they value white lives.
Namibian Marshal Rangers Emergency Rescue Services was given a Mahindra 4X4 Ambulance by M&Z Motors at the Motor Show. The Mahindra will go to the coast to serve the Erongo Region to get to those in need in the dunes and areas with access challenges. They also established their toll-free emergency number nationwide, 919 and the public is urged to make use of this number during an emergency anywhere in Namibia. Namibia Marshal Ranger, Sean Naude spoke to IN THE NEWSROOM about the challenges they face with the lack of emergency vehicles all around Namibia.
Drunk and high learners are in the news since the director of education in the Oshana region, Hileni Amukana, said she has received reports that learners arrive at school under the influence of liquor and drugs. There are also those who drink and smoke between classes. She says some of the learners say they cannot make it through the school day without a cigarette or drink. According to her some learners in grade 8, who are between the ages of 14 and 20, are already addicted. In the Newsroom chats with Dorothea Nangolo, the spokesperson for the Namibian student organisation Nanso.
Namibia became a member of the African Union Peace and Security Council on the 1st of April this year. The chairmanship of the council is on a rotational basis, as every member of the council will have an opportunity to chair the council. November is Namibia’s turn. The Executive Director in the Namibian Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation Penda Naanda, explained to In the Newsroom what this month has in store for Namibia as the chair.
The debate around the removal of the redline is still a hot topic in the political arena. The call off Dr. Job Amupanda is seen by many as a threat to the national beef industry, while others see it as a thing of the colonial times that was used to colonize and divide Namibians. Asser Ntinda, a veteran journalist, said to In the News Room as much as the redline issue is complicated, Namibians, especially communal farmers, need to support Amupanda's call.
Namibian universities have a number of courses that can kickstart a career, however, complaints have been made regarding the subject matter of some of these courses which limits employability in Namibia. Some course are also simply too theoretical. In the Newsroom chats with Dr Alfred van Kent, Executive Director at the Namibian Ministry of Higher Education...
It has been reported that tourists often get too close to wild animals and cause them to panic. The guides of Twyfelfontein Country Lodge came across a sad and unique story of an elephant calf that was too weak to survive in the harsh environment, but the mother carried her dead calf along. It seems that this elephant cow and calf were disturbed by tourist vehicles, causing the mother to keep moving which prevented the calf from drinking and resting. Izak Smit from the Desert Lions Human Wildlife Relations Aid, Dehlra, spoke to ITN on what could be done to protect wild animals and teach the tourists not get too close to them.
The Namibia Institute for Democracy in partnership with the Hanns Seidel Foundation hosted a discussion at the Goethe Institute with the focus on the latest developments and trends as far as crime is concerned. The public had the opportunity to engage with Nampol and the Namibia Correctional Services. Nampol's Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga said members of the public asked questions and also shared their frustration towards the police. Kuwinga also shares tips with In The Newsroom on what the public should do regarding a rape incident.
The deputy Namibian president Nangolo Mbumba says the government will meet again with their German counterparts to review the 18 billion Namibian dollar reparation payment because not all communities are happy with the negotiations. Mbumba says the affected communities, the government, and Namibians in general, must agree on the settlement. After nine rounds of negotiations over a seven-year period between 2015 and 2022, Namibia and Germany agreed on the text of a joint statement and an amount of 1.1 billion euros, which will separately compensate for existing aid programs over 30 years be, suitable. Dr Hoze Riruako a political analyst speaks to In the Newsroom on why they are not happy with money because it is not what they want.
Land is a burning issue everywhere on the continent. LPM leader Bernadus Swartbooi is in Johannesburg attending a session of the Pan-African Parliament and in his word, ancestral land is at the heart of his campaign there. Swartbooi tells In the Newsroom that land is at the heart of it all.
HIV concentration in 90 percent of children living with the virus in Ohangwena Region is so low that a blood test cannot detect HIV anymore. This is the encouraging result of strict adherence to antiretroviral therapy and other support services provided by Project Hope’s Namibia Adherence and Retention Project. “Once HIV cannot be detected in the blood, you are virally suppressed, which means that you cannot infect others anymore,” highlighted Vann Rolfson, Acting Country Representative of USAID. Tiffany Miller, U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer and Spokesperson speaks to In the Newsroom...
During a session of the National Assembly, McHenry Venaani of the opposition Popular Democratic Movement PDN and Swapo Party's Utoni Nujoma locked horns when Venaani addressed the lack of economic development by the Swapo party led government for over 32 years since independence. Nujoma was quick to remind Venaani that his party was in power in 1978 and there is nothing to show for it. Political expert, Dr Hoze Riruako while speaking to In the Newsroom said MPs keep referring to the past instead of finding a lasting solution for the future.
Following the Namibian Agricultural Council's announcement of various vegetable prices for September this year, eyebrows were raised by die sometimes exceptionally large discrepancies between the prices paid at the farm gate and those paid by the consumer in Windhoek. In some instances, the difference is up to three times, or 300 percent, more. The Namibian Agronomic Council's Horticulture Market Development Manager, Emilie Abraham explains to In the Newsroom why the large price difference...
Following recent the payment of the civil servants' 3 percent by government, Siyanga Silinda, a civil servant who is a teacher by profession could not help but observe how his fellow civil servants were broke a day after they got paid, backpay from April. Silinda penned an opinion piece on this and now talks to In the Newsroom about why civil servants are poor.
Following the reinstatement of the B2Gold Mine 160 employees who were suspended for their alleged involvement in an illegal work stoppage on 30 September, it appears MUN has acknowledged its mistake and that their members should have followed the internal grievance and dispute mechanisms available to them before embarking on an unsanctioned work stoppage. MUN apologised. Herbert Jauch a labour expert, chats to In the Newsroom about unions, the law, labour and more.
Astronomers have observed the brightest flash of light ever seen - a 18 trillion-volt burst from an event that occurred 2.4 billion light years from Earth. Experts believe the flash was likely triggered by the formation of a black hole. The burst of gamma-rays - the most intense form of electromagnetic radiation - was first detected by orbiting telescopes on October 9, and its afterglow is still being watched by scientists across the world. Dr Riaan Steenkamp, head of the physics department of Unam, explains to In the Newsroom whether this has any impact on humankind...
The Oshana police have met with banks in the region in a bid to combat increasing theft of bank clients, both those withdrawing cash in-branch and those at ATMs. Commissioner Naftal Sakaria chats to In the Newsroom...
With the cost of living going up, parents with children at private school might start looking at options of either sending their children to public schools or even homeschooling... but quality is an issue...
Following a recent arrest of a fuel smuggler in northern Namibia, a petrol station owner in the North responded on the matter with frustration and anger towards lack of control at the border between Namibia and Angola. Fuel smuggling from Angola to Namibia is a major headache for Namibian fuel station owners in the North. Jafet Nakanue, speaks to In the Newsroom.
In 2017 Sinco Investments Sixty One trading as PPH Auasblick signed a Public Private Partnership Development Agreement with the City of Windhoek to develop services and infrastructure for a 57-hectare housing development project at Auasblick Extension 1. Sinco is majority-owned by Hangala Group. Leake Hangala of the Hangala Group told In the Newsroom that these plots are for anyone, but the group is looking at developing plots for the lower income earners.
Thousands of young people from across the continent and beyond were in Kigali for this year’s Youth With the Youth Connekt Africa Summit. Maano Shimhanda, Vocal Person for the Young people at UNFPA Namibia spoke to In the Newsroom on whether African governments are doing enough to afford the youth enough opportunities.
In 2018, the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation launched the first global initiative on cardiac arrest with the slogan of “All citizens of the world can save a life”. Since then, the 16th of October is now the annual World Restart A Heart Day, to raise public awareness on cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Brandon Diergaardt, Head of Emergency Management Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, explains to In the Newsroom about CPR and how one can get training for it.
The global emphasis has been put on the girl child and they also have a day to celebrate their being and address issues they are faced with. It is believed that while the world wishes to close the gap of inequality between girls and boys, the boy child is always left out and most attention given to the girl child. The newly appointed Children’s Advocate, Heather Harker shared her thoughts with In the Newsroom....
With the world having celebrated the Day of the Girl Child, it is noted that the number of girls at risk of child marriage over the next 10 years has increased to 110 million due to the Covid pandemic. This number has increased from 100 million due to pandemic-related poverty and education disruptions. Kakuna Venokulavo, Adolescent and Sexual Reproductive Health Officer of the UNFPA touched on some of the problems faced by the girl child.
The Ministry of Industrialization and Trade, through the Directorate of Commerce, continues to conduct nationwide engagements with relevant stakeholders to inform, educate and communicate the critical subjects of administering the Liquor Act, Act no 6 of 1998, the recently launched National Consumer Protection Policy as well as the Consumer Protection Bill together with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Facilitation Bill. The Ministry is taking the public stakeholder consultations to the northern and western regions namely Oshikoto, Ohangwena, Omusati and Oshana and Erongo. Horst Heimstadt, Coordinator: Self-regulating Alcohol Industry Forum speaks to In the Newsroom with his reactions on the act and the implementation.
Focusing on youth development in agriculture hosted at the recently concluded Windhoek Agricultural and Industrial Show, the Bank Windhoek Feedmaster National Cattle Judging Competition is a collaboration between Bank Windhoek and Feedmaster. In its fourth year, the initiative provides school learners between grades 9 and 11 with the necessary skills and knowledge to feed and judge stud animals on the farm and in show rings, focusing on the Simbra and Simmentaler cattle breeds. The Programme's Leader, Christo van Zyl, spoke to In the Newsroom.
The United Nations' International Children's Emergency Fund says 65 percent of young people in South Africa struggling with mental health-related issues did not ask for help in 2021. Unicef says the Covid-19 pandemic has created a global mental health crisis, leading to disruptions in mental health services and a widening gap in treatment. The Executive Director in the Ministry of Health, Ben Nangombe spoke to In the Newsroom and said mental health is a concern.
Some lottery industry players are not happy about the recently gazetted Lotteries Act, saying the law does not sufficiently address promotional competition in the country. The Lotteries Amendment Act of 2017 came into force on 01 December 2021. Rudie Putter, General Manager of Avani Hotel stressed that the amended Act in its current design is by default making existing activities illegal. Mnr. Putter, verduidelik aan In The Newsroom ...
The Namibian economy is expected to grow by three percent this year, followed by 3.2 percent in 2023, according to the International Monetary Fund, IMF. Real GDP growth will be supported by diamond, gold and uranium production, and the recovery of the tourism sector. Economist, Gabriel Erastus reacted to the reported growth and said to In The Newsroom Namibia should look at a growth of 30%.
Central banks use interest rate increases to slow down the increase in inflation. Higher interest rates keep money off the market and force consumers to save, as well as driving them to save. Katja Meier Wealth Specialist at Old Mutual Namibia, says these past few months have tested the resolve of even the most seasoned of investors. She says that uncertain times generally drive investors in the wrong direction... she has some advice.
The liquidators of Air Namibia are reportedly experiencing challenges selling the airline's assets. Dave Bruni and Ian McLaren are under pressure though because the former staff of the airline are becoming impatient with their severance packages. In the Newsroom speaks to aviation expert, Linden Birns from Plane Talking in South Africa, regarding the exact challenges Bruni and McLaren are facing.
Due to the economic hardships, there is a steady increase in the number of scammers trying their luck, not only with members of the public, but businesses too. Many of these, purport to be staff of banks and contact their victims telephonically. Khadijah Mouton, Standard Bank Namibia's Marketing Manager says no bank will never ask you for login information and neither will they do it telephonically. She chats to In the Newsroom.
There is excitement in agricultural circles with the upcoming Schumacher Bonsmara auction which takes place on 4 October 2022 at the Agra Bank Windhoek ring, starting at 18:00. The auction will be available online as well. There will be plus-minus 28 bulls and plus minus 120 female animals. Marc Schumacher is recognised as an up-an-coming premium studfarmer in the country. He chats to In The Newsroom.
Parenting is tough. There are aspects of parenthood that are painful, cringeworthy, and frightening, more so because most parents are out of touch with the high level of tech that children are exposed to. The latest stats indicate that children are addicted to pornography - easily accessible by smart phone.
Life Coach, Nanti van Aswegen, the hear of Wait Till 8 speaks to In the Newsroom.
The Biodiversity Research Centre of NUST looked at the effects of different land uses on biodiversity, and in particular plant diversity in the Kunene Region. Cattle areas were compared to wildlife-dominated areas. What has an impact on plant diversity and productivity the most, and what role do elephants play in this whole system? Prof Morgan Hauptfleisch, Head of the centre spoke to In the Newsroom...
Recently the municipality of Swakopmund has observed an increase in the number of people taking rocks/stones from the beach, to decorate their gardens. The municipality has however told residents and visitors that every small stone or rock has a significant role to play on the beach and removing these stones is altering the environment and can lead to severe consequences. Rocks and stones act as natural flood defences that protect the surrounding area and homes from potentially getting flooded. Clarence McClune, General Manager of Engineering at the Swakopmund Municipality spoke to In the Newsroom...
The Director of the National Institute for Educational Development in the Namibian Ministry of Education, Dr. Patrick Simalumba, says the introduction of free WiFi in schools will open doors to multiple learning mediums for learners. Dr. David Namwandi, founder of the International University of Management says to In the Newsroom the idea is good, but it comes with challenges ...
The autobiography of Riaan Eksteen, South Africa's first ambassador to Namibia who currently lives in Swakopmund, will be available in bookstores in October - with details about previously undocumented moments in Eksteen's eventful career. The book, titled Beyond Diplomacy, covers decades of Eksteen's career, which began in Washington. Eksteen tells In the Newsroom that Beyond Diplomacy will be available through the Namibia Book Market and through the Swakopmund Buchhandlung bookstore in Swakopmund.
The Namibian Minister of Justice, Yvonne Dausab, says the increasing incidents of sexual violence in the country are very worrying. She says the recent approval of the Amendment Act on Combating Rape should be seen as an attempt to reduce and/or eradicate incidents of sexual violence. Activist Zack Itodo says ti In the Newsroom he does not believe that stricter sentences are the answer ...
Jessica Willemse of the Rhino Momma Project in Namibia chats about the plight of this species and why it is so critical to save them.
Gender-based Violence statistics recently released for the year 2020-2021 dropped by approximately 50% from 5 500 to 2 600. Rosa Namises, an activist is however of the view that these stats don't mean that we are making progress in combating GBV, making mention of the number of cases that are either withdrawn or not reported. She chats to In the Newsroom...
The well-known Andre Compion is the new managing director of FlyNamibia. Compion is a name synonymous with aviation and he some some great plans for Namibia's own, privately owned and brand-new FlyNamibia. He chats to In the Newsroom.
The impact of Covid-19 on our economy will remain for the next five years. Economists are concerned about a decline in local demand which, if at healthy levels, will stimulate the local economy and businesses. The governor of the central bank Johannes !Gawaxab has also recently expressed concern about the low credit uptake. Local economist Gabriel Erastus chats to In the Newsroom and explains that mining has grown but only because of demand from elsewhere. That for him, is a case in point.
It is project season for the Cancer Association of Namibia and there is a roadshow planned for this weekend! Rolf Hansen, the chief executive of the association has an outreach in Otjiwarongo. There's also a great show at the crocodile farm with Sonja Herholdt. But, we are getting ahead of ourselves... let's allow Rolf to do the talking.
The Namibia Correction Service's vocational activities and industrial workshops nationwide are doing well. The service's Deputy Commissioner General Sam Shaalulange says inmates are hard at work at all workshops to the extent that they also repair vehicles in the southern workshop. Others are busy with crop prodcution in order to ensure that food is available for their facilities. Shaalulange shared the latest with regards to their operations.
A record white maize harvest is expected for Namibian farmers in the in this marketing season which is nearing its end. According to Gilbert Mulonda the Namibia Agronomic Board's General Manager for Agronomy and Horticulture, they have already put measures in place to ensure that the harvests, also of mahangu, reach the market. Mulonda chats to In the Newsroom about the latest..
Following the Namibian police confirming that 48 persons were evacuated from two locally registered ships in Walvis Bay's harbour in suspected cases of human trafficking, it raises more questions. Independent Activist, Knowledge Ipinge says to In the Newsroom the issue might be broader than it appears. Ipinge went to the extent of pointing in the direction of politicians who has interests in the fishing sector.
There is a huge need for writers in Namibia, according to Doek’s editor-in-chief, Rémy Ngamije. Ngamije is encouraging Namibians to write more Namibian and African stories. He also says it is important that Namibian readers read local material and that will mean publishing houses will see the interest and invest more in publishing local content. Ngamije spoke to In the Newsroom...
A record white maize harvest is expected for Namibian farmers in the in this marketing season which is nearing its end. According to Gilbert Mulonda the Namibia Agronomic Board's General Manager for Agronomy and Horticulture, they have already put measures in place to ensure that the harvests, also of mahangu, reach the market. Mulonda chats to In the Newsroom about the latest..
Poaching is not only of rhino and elephant and neither is stock theft the only problem. Illegal fishing remains one of the biggest challenges in both the Okavango and Zambezi rivers. Mark Paxton, owner of Shamvura Camp on the Okavango, near Rundu says the situation is heartbreaking...
The Namibian Film Industry has been performing very well, both locally and on the international market despite in the impact of Covid. In the last two or so years, Namibian films have started receiving international accolades with some awards coming home. Local filmmaker and director Oshoveli Shipo says demand for local content was driven by the pandemic.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reform is busy with the appointment of the land resettlement committee members on a regional level. The appointed committee members are to undergo a series of induction programmes before they actively start with their mandates. The Otjozondjupa Regional Governor, James Uerikua, explained the process to In the Newsroom.
It's time again for the Farming Portal/Agricultural Writers South Africa's junior awards which aim to encourage accurate stories and the transmission of information within the agricultural sector. The competition also aims to create a platform where students of agriculture or journalism can publish their work. The competition closes on 30 October 2022 and winners will be announced before 30 November 2022. Johann Pretorius, CRA Media's CEO talks to In The Newsroom...
There is a need in the agricultural sector for the diversification of the export markets to non-traditional regions while retaining the key markets such as the European Union. Other issues are the need to improve logistics – roads, rail and ports; expansion of agricultural finance, particularly developmental finance for new entrant farmers, and the strengthening of trust between government and the industry. Wandile Sihlobo, the chief economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa spoke to In The Newsroom about how these challenges are relevant to SADC.
Following the plane crash that took place at Impalila Island in the Zambezi Region, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Transport, Julius Ngweda has responded to comments on the runway's condition being in a bad state. Ngweda confirmed that the runway, among others, is in a rehabilitation process and that neighbouring countries such as Zimbabwe, Botswana and Zambia, want to start using the Impalila Island runway. Ngweda talks to In The Newsroom.
the President of the Popular Democratic Movement McHenry Venaani said the Swapo government has been in power for 32 years, but people still live in poverty, unemployment remains a crisis and our state hospitals' conditions keep becoming worse by the day. Venaani said government should refrain from playing the blame game, as they were in charge from day one and could bring change, which they haven't. President Hage Geingob recently also blamed colonialism, saying it is the reason why people are still suffering to date, because of the Apartheid era. Venaani spoke to In The Newsroom.
The Cancer Association of Namibia will soon start construction on its new Palliative Care Unit in the capital. The unit will be constructed at a cost of 10 million Namibian dollars. Palliative care is an interdisciplinary medical caregiving approach aimed at optimising the quality of life and mitigating suffering among people with serious, complex, and often terminal illnesses. Rolf Hansen Chief Executive Officer of the association says this care unit will be vital for those that are financially vulnerable and cannot afford the service. Hansen speaks to In the Newsroom...
Alcohol consumption amongst the youth is in the spotlight. According to stats from a 2021 Namibian schools survey project close to 70 percent of our learners drink heavilyl. Besides the physical and mental impact, social harm and random crime cause long-term impacts on our young people. Rosa Namises a community activist speaks to In the Newsroom on this, which is becoming a scourge in communities across the country.
Loide Shaanika, secretary-general of the Namibia National Teachers' Union, says 754 teachers will receive information and communication technology literacy training and integration nationwide. From next month, 54 teachers per region will be taken for training, she said. Shaanika shares more information with In the Newsroom.
Well-known veterinarian from Wildlife Vets Namibia, Dr Ulf Thubessing, believes that it is time to legalize the trade in rhino horn. Due to the increased rhino poaching, owners want to reduce their rhino populations, or even sell all their rhinos. Thubessing says to In The Newsroom he believes the Cites ban on trade in rhino horn has a negative impact.
Heroes Day is being celebrated in Mariental this year and now, the information ministry has accused the LPM, which is in charge of the Hardap regional council, of sabotaging the celebrations. In fact, the executive director of the ministry, Audrin Mathe, says the celebrations will continue on Friday at the Mariental sports fields with or without the Hardap regional council. But the LPM says that they were not contacted at all. Die party spokesperson Eneas Emvula says the authorities have admitted that it was an oversight. Thus, he says, there is no sabotage, the buck stops with the governor.
The Khomas Regional Council is offering free one-day firefighting training for Windhoek's rural areas and residents this week, starting today and ending on Thursday. The training is offered by the Windhoek Fire Brigade. They are also inviting farmers and their employees in the region to attend the training. Last week veld fires around Windhoek ravaged 2 000 hectares of land around Avis Dam. Fire season is only just starting and great care needs to be taken. Fabian Hiskia Disaster Coordinator of the Khomas Regional Council speaks to IN THE NEWSROOM
A video of smash-and-grab has been in circulation on social media. It appears the incident took place during the time when there was traffic congestion and the vehicles were at a slow pace. These kinds of activities are on the increase. Recently there have been reports of break in at a local church in Windhoek too. Chief of the Windhoek City Police, Abraham Kanime gave some advises while speaking to In the Newsroom...
The current rhino poaching crisis began years back, with increasing numbers of rhino killed for their horns throughout Africa. many horns travel from the continent in diplomatic luggage and freight which is not checked by customs adn due to this, Professor James Larkin, Director of the Radiation and Health Physics Unit at the University of the Witwatersrand came up with his Rhisotope Project, which he founded. By placing radioactive material in the rhino horn, it makes it impossible to smuggle it and creates an effective means of protecting the animals. Poaching in Namibia is also a concern and if this project becomes a success and is introduced to Namibia, we can expect to see a difference ....
The Namibian Animal Welfare Association, Nawa, has been busy in particularly rural areas, not only treating animals, but also embarking on education campaigns. Die organization also works hard to help draught animals that are so important to rural communities to get round and about. But, there is more. In the Newsroom chats to Heather Creamer of Nawa...
Voter apathy impedes democratic processes and following the end of the Swakopmund Constituency by-election, it again reared its ugly head. The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has express its concern with the low turnout at the polls, in particular in the run-up to the 2024 presidential and parliamentary elections. The ECN's Information Officer, Lina Ndengu chats to In the Newsroom....
The United Kingdom, Belgium and Finland have banned the import of certain hunting trophies into their countries. France and the Netherlands have previously introduced all these bans. The Namibian Environment Minister, Pohamba Shifeta, has spoken about how trophy hunting contributes to the livelihood of rural communities and the national economy.
Namibia is in phase two of the implementation of the Growth at Home Strategy which is the theme chosen by the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade to reinforce the importance of accelerating economic growth, reducing income inequality, and increasing employment. As part of its Growth at Home strategy, the ninistry has identified the production of wood charcoal as a potential industry for value addition. Anna Salkeus, Communication Officer of the ministry speaks to In The Newsroom.
Namib Mills, or the NMI Group, celebrates 40 years in business with an official engagement that was held today. The company, which started as Namib Mills, had humble beginnings and only produced maize meal and some flour products. Since then, millions have been invested into infrastructure and job creation and a wide variety of products are locally produced and exported, even to South Africa. And did you know, the company has the biggest pasta plant in southern Africa? But, we're getting ahead of ourselves... let's hear from the group's chief Ian Collard...
With the Swakopmund constituency by-election slated for Friday, all political parties are currently busy campaigning and promising sweeping changes. The Independent Patriots for Change has had power for more than a year, but not much has been done. According to Brian Black, the national chairman of the IPC, the party has been focusing mainly on rooting out corruption within the party and ironing out several issues. Black said they are working for a better Namibia because the government is failing to deliver. Black deals with the issues with In the Newsroom
Agriculture in Namibia has had its shares of highs and lows - with more lows than highs - in the past few years. This is has lead to a downstream effect on especially Meatco, which has just recently secured a 200 million Namibian dollar loan facility from the Development Bank of Namibia. Money is also owed to producers but, according to Meatco's CEO Mwilima Mushokabanji, the funds will be used to enhance sustainability and the development of new markets for the entire industry... he chats to In the Newsroom...
The story behind the therapy pony Gummy Bear is even more beautiful than his red vellies that were bought for him at Leather Connection. The vellies will help Gummy Bear on his trips while visiting children, cancer patients, people in rehab, hospitals and the elderly. The owner of Gummy Bear, Vesta Burmeister, tells this story of hope to In The Newsroom.
The Lotteries Act of Namibia is an act in place under the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, that regulates lottery competitions in the country. Under the act there are a number of clauses that are not quite clear to members of the public. According to the act, the minimum value for the purpose of excluding a competition from being a promotional competition is 5 Namibian dollar. A lawyer from Richard Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys, Mercy Kent spoke to In The Newsroom.
Farmers in the south of Namibia have expressed alarm at the rate of stock theft in their area. The scourge, they say, is being compounded by “ineffective policing”, which they claim has led to a low conviction rate. Christiaan Swartbooi the farmers' association representative in the south of Namibia, who also serves on the livestock-theft committee, says to date they have been working with members of the police in the south to combat stock theft but sometimes members of the force aren't motivated enough to do their job and cooperation remains a challenge. Christiaan, verduidelik vir ons presies waar die uitdagings lê...
President Hage Geingob is accused of marketing Namibia instead of fixing what's wrong at home. Policies are not in place and most certainly not for investment, but Geingob behaves as a roaming ambassador instead of delivering decisive leadership. This is according to the Independent Patriots for Change's national chairman Brian Black. He adds that the civil service is bloated but, that the needs of these workers need to be attended to. For this, leadership is needed.
The Platform Whistleblowers in Namibia is not well established yet and the Namibia Institute for Democracy in collaboration with the Institute for Public Policy Research are working around the clock to make sure that the platform is created and safe for whistleblowers. The Namibia Institute for Democracy's project coordinator, Ndilimeke Auala spoke to In The Newsroom.
Parliament will be in recess until 6 September. The House debated five bills and 27 notices of questions were tabled, of which 22 lapsed and five were dealt with. Additionally, 15 motions as well as several committee reports were also dealt with. Speaking to In The Newsroom, Graham Hopwood, Director of IPPR, said you can't really blame the members of parliament, but the executives ...
The Khomas Suicide Prevention Task Force was established in September last year by the Namibian Ministry of Health. The deputy minister of health, Dr Esther Muinjangue, said recent statistics show that 679 people died by suicide between January 2021 and May 2022. A total of 559 are men, while 91 are women who ended their lives. During the same period 18 boys and 11 girls died of suicide. Ngamane Karuaihe-Upi, a relationship consultant spoke to In The Newsroom.
With the 2024 elections around the corner Dr Phanuel Kaapama, a local political commentator say we are currently seeing party members taking advantage of the current structures to campaign and score political points. He also touches on the issue of coalitions in Namibia stating that in other countries coalitions can have great success, this is not the case in Namibia - with Windhoek and Okahandja a case in point.
The shadow of Namibian involvement in die Phala Phala robbery stalks the Presidency. In the latest news, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's head of security Wally Rhoode told the public prosecutor that President Hage Geingob sent a helicopter to no-man's land on the border with South Africa to collect him and Ramaphosa's advisor. But, the Presidency has continued to deny any involvement whatsoever... In the Newsroom speaks to Frederico Links, researcher at the Institute of Public Policy Research, about what appears to be becoming a can of worms
According to statistics from the Namibian police, a total of 237 babies were thrown away in the country from 2016 to May this year. For the year 2021, the police reported 32 baby dumping cases, while a total of 20 babies were dumped from January to May 2022. The Secretary General of the Namibian Council of Churches, Ludwig Beukes spoke to In the Newsroom about the role of the church in combating this social disease.
City of Windhoek continues in its effort to improve services to its residents. Residents can now report incidents such as water leaks, pipe bursts, overflowing or blocked drains and power cuts via SMS. Lydia Hamutenya, Communications Officer of City of Windhoek shares more with In The Newsroom.
Bank of Namibia Governor Johannes !Gawaxab said the food industry offers economic opportunities and is suitable for the large unskilled labour profile of Namibia’s unemployed population. The governor is convinced this industry offers ideal structures to kick start rural and regional economies. Local agricultural expert, Wallie Roux, said to In The News bureaucratic red tape is a challenge.
The Institute for Public Policy Research and the Civil Society Information Centre are organising consultation meetings with the Namibian Ministry of Finance to question the minister about the mid-term budget as well as next year's planning. The consultations will start soon with different sectors of the community. According to Graham Hopwood the Director at the institute the more public the budget is, and the more inputs the government receives, the more transparent and responsive the budget becomes....
The lack of sufficient boat patrols by the relevant environment and fisheries authorities along the Okavango River has become worrisome to lodge owners in that area due to the fact that the number of illegal fishermen continue to increase, both from Namibia and Angola, as well as Zambia. Lodge owners on the Okavango River near Rundu removed more than 1.2 kilometres of illegal fishing nets from the river between May and June. Three lodges participated in the patrols. Shamvura Camp owner Mark Paxton say they are struggling with the increasingly dangerous fishermen, it is expensive and it is becoming dangerous and the authorities cannot properly assist.
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The Kino Namibia Film Festival is finally back after taking a two-year break due to the Covid pandemic. The three-day film festival will run from 26 to 29 August with the public screening taking place at the Goethe Institute Auditorium on 29 August at 18h00. The PRO of the Kino Namibia Film Festival, Josephine Simeon, speaks to In The Newsroom.
Ndasilohenda Katangolo-Nakashwa was named Feed Master's Female Farmer of the Year in the poultry division. She farms about 25 kilometers west of Oshakati in the Omusimboti settlement. She started farming with 50 chicks in 2017 after receiving training in poultry farming through Nust. She tells her success story to In The Newsroom.
The well-known agri-economist Dr Frikkie Mare, is currently visiting the south of Namibia and has found that while the savannas are lush, there is almost no livestock on these farms. He says that producers, after years of drought, simply don't have the money for full-restocking. However, farmers must make money from their land, and it lies in more than just selling your own meat cuts. Dr Mare, wat is jou standpunt en hoe sou jy die uitdaging aanspreek?
The NDF's new requirements for their intake have caused quite the ruckus with the minister, Frans Kapofi saying that the military is not an employment agency. Requirements for high marks in English, maths and science along with certain fitness requirements have sparked debate, as has the requirement of a Covid-vaccination and a negative HIV test. In the Newsroom speaks to Helmoed Heitman, military expert, about these standards that are irking the Namibian population.
The American Embassy in Namibia is offering free training in product-design and -development from 15 to 18 July in Windhoek. This intensive experiential training programme is aimed at university students, entrepreneurs and professionals. This will include practical learning sessions on product development and design techniques. Programme leader Eric Gorman speaks to In the Newsroom.
It is a well-known fact that the two Kavango regions are last in line when it comes to development, service delivery, and health and education infrastructure. Even though the regions have an abundance of natural resources, they still suffer extreme poverty. Challenges abound and the fact that there is access to Angola, and Angolans can access local healthcare, further compounds matters. In the Newsoom caught up with Vinsent Kanyetu, secretary-general of the All People's Party....
Residents of Okahandja have vented their anger and frustration at the lack of basic services in the town. Certain areas of the town have daily water interruptions, sometimes for hours, and their appears to be no respite. The town has for years been in the news for all the wrong reasons and while things looked up after the regional elections, things appear to have taken a turn for the worst. At the forefront of the battle for residents is the rate payer's association. In the Newsroom speaks to Charl Coetzee of ORPA about the specific challenges of water provision.
The Rhino Momma Project was once again approached when a rhino cow abandoned her baby rhino. What was strange is that the mother took up another calf and left her little one behind. Jaco Muller of the Rhino Momma Project said to In The Newsroom the calf is now under their care and like the one before, it needs fat free milk for bottlefeeding.
The Kunene Elephant Walk is a non-profit organization that aims to help conserve the unique population of desert-adapted elephants through research, monitoring, raising awareness about both the ecological and economic importance of Namibia’s rare desert-adapted elephants and threats to their survival on a local, national and international level, and raising funds for conflict prevention projects. The walk started on Tuesday and ends on Sunday. John Kasaona, Director Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation IRDNC who is going to walk for 150 km in the Kunene Region speaks to In the Newsroom.
With oil having been discovered in the country and the much spoken-about green hydrogen, Namibia is facing the time of its life in the next five years or so. The attention of the world will be on Namibia with investors hoping to work on these projects. The question however is, how do SMEs position themselves to make sure they get their hands on, and benefit from, these major projects? Director of SME Compete, Danny Meyer, speaks to In the Newsroom...
Calls to legalise cannabis in Namibia have been intensifying. Some representatives of the pro-cannabis groups have gone as far as handing over petitions to cabinet in an effort to convince government about the benefits of cannabis use. There seem to be light at the end of the tunnel following remarks by the Minister of Agriculture Calle Schlettwein, who said they are looking at legalising medicinal cannabis farming. Angela Prusa from the Cannabis and Hemp Association of Namibia, shared her opinion with In the Newsroom.
During the 10th cabinet meeting, they took a decision on the request for approval of interim relief measures for the second-hand vehicle industry. The application asked for a removal of the 12-year age restriction under the prevailing economic conditions. Cabinet approved this measure but only for a period of two years. The trade ministry was instructed to undertake the necessary steps. In the Newsroom speaks to Pieter Senekal, MD at the Spes Bona Group about whether this is good or bad thing...
Food prices have seen a steep increase, with staples shooting up sharply. There are concerns about a global shortage of wheat, in particular in a country such as Namibia, which is compounded by the rising cost of fertiliser and energy. Food export bans or serious disruptions have included those from India (wheat), Ukraine (wheat, oats and sugar,) and Indonesia (palm oil). Rice could be next in line. In the Newsroom checked in with Ian Collard, Chief Executive Officer of the NMI Group to see what they're doing to keep food on the table.
Tensions are building in Europe. NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg says Russia now poses the biggest threat to Europe since the Cold War and thus a further 260 000 NATO troops are being deployed in NATO member states on the border with Russia, exactly what Russian President Vladimir Putin did not want. Stoltenberg says the NATO force will be ready and also equipped with air defences. Helmoed Heitman, a South African writer and commentator on military matters speaks to In the Newsroom
Job seekers are urged to register on the Namibian Integrated and Employment Information System for employment opportunities. The portal has been put in place by the labour ministry in an effort to connect job seekers with prospective employers. Anna Salkeus, the ministry's Public Relations Officer has the details on the what, how, where, and why.
The chairman of the Livestock Producers Organisation, Thinus Pretorius says that Meatco is unable to pay its producers and he has accused the company of not being able to do good business. He adds that it is "unfortunate" that 120 million Namibian dollars in working capital must now be used to invest in infrastructure that already exists - in the form of Meatco. But, Pretorius says all is not over and there is a possibility to turn things around... if there is will. He chats to In the Newsroom...
Dr Bernard Haufiku, former health minister in Namibia is of the view that we needed preparedness for monkeypox locally. While there is no need to panic we should be ready. His comments come after confirmation of the virus in South Africa. According to Dr Haufiku, the public needs to know about how to protect themselves from contracting this virus, or any other for that matter. He chats to In the Newsroom.
Pangolins are the most smuggled mammal on earth. Tens of thousands of pangolins are killed every year for their scales to use in traditional Chinese medicine, and for their meat, a delicacy among some ultra-wealthy in China and Vietnam. For the safety and conservation of these animals, Namibia has taken a stand to protect them. Liz Komen, the director of NARREC who is a member of the Pangolin Concervation and Research Foundation in Namibia, has spoken to In The Newsroom about an exhibition as a campaign to educate people about pangolins.
Extreme cold and extreme poverty are not a good blend and this time of the year, especially in this season with below-zero temperatures registered almost countrywide, charity drives are not a nice-to-have, but, essential. The Governor of the Otjozondjupa Region James Uerikua tells In the Newsroom his office has already started distributing blankets in his constituency. That, he says, is what ubuntu is about.
Space cookies and the use of cannabis and other drugs have become a trend in the country and the target is mostly our youth. The Namibian Police have been arresting suspected drug dealers that sell these so-called 'space cakes' that contain cannabis. But, there is concern because the force says that buyers are not always informed of the contents of the cookies which can lead to serious risk, especially for younger children. Drugs overall are a major challenge and young people are most vulnerable. NamPol's Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga spoke to In the Newsroom.
The Ministry of Industrialization and Trade in collaboration with the USAID Trade Hub recently held the African Growth Opportunity Act, AGOA, Capacity Building Workshops. The events were attended by the Namibian business community, exporting companies and government officials. Elijah Mukobonda, spokesperson of the ministry, spoke to In the Newsroom...
The Municipality of Tsumeb has recently appointed a new Chief Executive Officer, Victoria Kapenda. Kapenda took up the position just few weeks after the residents of Tsumeb held a peaceful demonstration in demand of better service delivery. Kapenda spoke to In the Newsroom about the challenges ahead that include debts and youth unemployment, amongst others.
The Anti-Corruption Commission Director General Paulus Noa said they never turn away any complainants regarding possible corruption. The commission often undergoes severe criticism but, all matters are registered. The commission will also review the Anti-Corruption Act in the quarter. Noa explains to In the Newsroom.
The Namibian Chamber of Environment has given the dredging of marine phosphate material the green light. The planned project has been quite controversial and the approval of the chamber's founder, well-known environmental expert, Dr Chris Brown, will certainly give the project's start some impetus. Brown says that after reviewing the latest scoping report and public consultation by Namibia Marine Phosphate regarding the original environmental impact assessment, the impact is insignificant. He chats to In the Newsroom.
Tuesday morning the Namibian ombudsman, Basilius Dyakugha, announced that he will not investigate the complaint of the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters against President Hage Geingob. He says the complaints raised fall outside the mandate of his office. This comes after the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters asked the ombudsman to launch an investigation into President Hage Geingob’s alleged role in the circumstances of the theft of almost 4 million US dollar from his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm. And now, media reports indicate that Geingob in fact knew and had spoken to Ramaphosa about the matter, agreeing to handle it discreetly... The Deputy Leader of the Landless People's Movement Henny Seibeb said they are fed up of secrecy...
Sinikka Antila, the EU Ambassador to Namibia officially handed over IT equipment the value of 4.5 million dollars to the agri ministry as part of the livestock support programme which the EU supports in the communal areas. The overall objective of the programme is to promote entrepreneurship and enhance the livelihood of livestock farming communities in the northern communal areas in a sustainable way, while improving the performance of livestock value chain in the area. Twaku Kayofa, spokesperson at the EU in Namibia, has the details.
Following the success of the first ever World Economic Forum attended by the Namibian delegation, it is reported that Namibia has sold its green hydrogen projects very well. Namibia, being a country with a very high number of youth unemployment, these projects could come in handy in terms of youth employment. Technical Advisor on Green Hydrogen in the Ministry of Mines and Energy, Frans Kalenga, speaks to In the Newsroom on the importance of youth involvement in the green hydrogen projects ...
The Swakopmund Scientific Society will celebrate Ocean Month for a whole month. The Swakopmund Museum and Sam Cohen Library are hosting an exhibition on ocean conservation at the Swakopmund Museum from June 14th to July 12th. The Manager of the Scientific Society Swakopmund, Nadine Kohlstaedt shares their programme with In the Newsroom.
Namibia is faced with huge housing problem with a backlog of thousands of homes. The problem in the country is exacerbated by the lack of available land and the cost of building - out of reach of many Namibians. The line ministry is working at creative ways of addressing the problem as minister Erastus Uutoni describes to In the Newsroom...
Considering the global education challenges, the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has announced the hosting of of the Transforming Education Summit to be held in September this year. The summit will be a high level meeting which will provide an opportunity to mobilize greater political ambition, and commitment to accelerate progress on education and the 2030 Agenda. Deputy Executive Director in the Ministry of Education, Edda Bohn spoke to In the Newsroom about inclusive, equitable and quality education.
Economists are relatively positive about Namibia's green hydrogen ambitions, especially following the delegation that attended Davos last week. With respect to Namibia’s first large-scale vertically integrated green hydrogen project, with Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, the ball seems to be rolling... Local economist Gabriel Erastus tells In the Newsroom that this time, there is consistency.
The United States’ economy is heading toward a recession; this is according to growing concerns from reputable banks and economists in the United States. Namibia is known to be a country that would easily be affected by issues happening around the globe. Bank Windhoek’s Market Research Analyst, Anton Mushongo, spoke to In the Newsroom about how Namibia could avoid impacts of other countries' economic downturns.
Statistics South Africa’s Quarterly Labour Force Survey data showed that the economy gained 370 076 jobs between the first quarter of 2022 and fourth quarter of 2021. However, in Namibia the unemployment rate is high and most businesses are still recovering due to the impact the Covid-19 pandemic. Namibia is one of the youngest populations in Africa with 2.5 million people and vast economic resources, but youth unemployment is estimated by the United Nations to be 50%. Herbert Jauch a labour expert in Namibia spoke to In The Newsroom.
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused enormous trauma on different levels. Churches and religious communities have not been spared. They have been severely affected and, in all likelihood, permanently transformed by the pandemic. The Deeper Fellowship Church Namibia youth group will host a Young Adult Christian conference called 'Persue 2022' taking place this Friday and Saturday in Windhoek. Henri Kennedy, one of the organisers of the conference, spoke to In The Newsroom to share more information on how our youth can get involved.
Dirk Heinrich is a well known Namibian photographer, but he also catches and rings birds all over Namibia to trace their whereabouts. This is very important for research on the movements and migration of birds. Recently the bird ringers gathered at a farm east of Rehoboth. Heinrich spoke to In The Newsroom.
The abortion debate remains in the news as debates and discussions are still ongoing. To date it is not yet decided whether or not to make abortion legal in the Namibia. Over the years illegal and unsafe abortion has been practiced in Namibia and this has health hazards if it's not properly done by an expert. We have seen an increase in teenage pregnancies and social activists are of the view that if abortion was legal, we could decrease the number of teenage pregnancies. Rosa Namises, a social activist, spoke to Kosmos 94.1 In The Newsroom about abortion...
Namibian poultry farming is one of the industries that is fast growing in the country. It is also one of those sectors that sustained Namibians during the Covid impact on the economy. As much as the sector has been doing well in providing income for many Namibians of which some lost their jobs as a result of Covid, the sector has also had challenges of its own. Many poultry farmers complained about the feeding costs among other. Local poultry farmer, Andereki Shigwedha spoke about how he manages to stay in the business...
In the past there has been individuals who found themselves in hot water while operating drones. A drone is classified as an aircraft and anyone purchasing a drone is entitled to register and get a licence to operate it. As part of the operational licence, one will also be equipped with the laws and restrictions as to where one is allowed or not allowed to operate a drone. Enos Mutyavaviri in his private capacity as a pilot shared some important information with In the Newsroom on how to go about owning and operating a drone legally...
The City of Windhoek Councillors and Mayor Sade Gawanas are currently busy with their transformational plan that will run for the next five years, along with other projects. There are a number in the pipeline that include both service delivery and developmental projects. Gawanas speaks to In the Newsroom in more detail about these...
Residents of the Sorris Sorris Conservancy will face serious challenges this season because after years of drought, they received good rains and now, fires are a hazard. Game numbers are down and farmers have very few livestock left. They will need some assistance, as resident Ulrich Jagger explains to In the Newsroom.
The leader of the AR Movement and former Windhoek mayor Dr Job Amupanda, who has just returned from a trip in Turkey where he was engaging with other young world leaders, said to In The Newsroom that the problem with young Namibians is that they want to be told to do things. He said if you wait to be told, you will wait forever. He adds that if young Namibians want to take up leadership positions, they must start doing ...
Following the number of unrest caused by some political parties going to visit companies with an intend of solving problems between employer and employee, there have been concerns that these might start working against Namibia in terms of foreign investors that are planning to come to Namibia. The chairman of B2Gold, Leake Hangala while responding to ITN on whether there is a concern, he had this to say...
Many vulnerable children and young people who have lost parental care are supported by Namibia's SOS Children's Villages. The organisation helps them to grow up in a caring family environment. The Communications Officer at the Windoek's Village in Khomasdal, Severinus Sainga, said to In The Newsroom the challenge to accommodate these children is immense...
NamRA's destruction of counterfeit goods to the value of N$5 million is still in the news. In the Newsroom checked in with the agency's communication officer Steven Ndorokaze about copyright, and what NamRA's mandate in this regard is.
The education ministry has provided more information on the funding delays to Groendraai Primary School. The school, 60-odd kilometres southwest of Rehoboth, has 238 children in a community hostel. Funding was halted last year after alleged misappropriation was uncovered but, tot date, the school is expected to operate and teach, house and feed the children. Funding will soon be restored. The executive director in the ministry, Sanet Steenkamp speaks to In the Newsroom.
For many years, the Ondonga Traditional Authoring has kept a crop storage at the king's palace. In that storage, they kept produce such as mahangu, beans, groundnuts and so on. The purpose was always to be able to assist those that would struggle as a result of a bad harvesting season. Secretary of the authority, Frans Enkali explained to In the Newsroom how it works...
Society most often focus on men in abusive relationships, but abuse by women is on the rise, including false allegations of assault etc. There are men in abusive relationships, but these incidents go unnoticed because men do not report these cases. Linda Baumann, a Social Gender Activist said to In Newsroom that men need to be protected from the norm that says men are meant to be strong and deal with their problems.
With the Electricity Control Board’s increase of the average bulk tariff by 7.3 per cent for the period 2022/2023, the increase will definitely impact a few stakeholders. What do we need to do as a country to be able to produce our own electricity that perhaps will ease the pressure of the cost of electricity. Charlie Matengu, Cenored's Public Relations Officer talked to In the Newsroom...
The Namibia Revenue Agency had great success with its most recent amnesty in a bid not only to generate revenue, but to get taxpayers on the ITAS efiling systm. The agency announced a second amnesty which is on its way. Steven Ndorokaze, Chief Strategic Communications and Support Engagements Officer at NamRA has the lastest on what, when, where and how and what you can save.
Cycling is becoming a very dangerous pursuit simply because Namibia's routes are not cycle-friendly and Namibian drivers, even more so. A case in point is the gruesome death of Namibia's rugby legend Gerhard Mans on the Western Bypass. But, the Namibian Cycling Federation is working with authorities to create a safer environment for cyclists and other road users. In the Newsroom checked in with the federation's president, Axel Theissen...
According to the latest World malaria report, there were 241 million cases of malaria in 2020 compared to 227 million cases in 2019. The estimated number of malaria deaths stood at 627 000 in 2020 – an increase of 69 000 deaths over the previous year. Namibia who joined 21 other African countries with the recent launch of the ‘Zero Malaria Starts with Me’ campaign in 2021, is working hard on that mission according to ministry of health's executive director Ben Nangombe who spoke to In the Newsroom. He further said the decease is here and people should practice all measures as put in place...
A UNAM student has decided to research on Otters on the Okavango River. Laina Abiatar who is in her final year of her masters, studying Biodiversity Management, is interested in any sightings of either Clawless or Spotted-neck Otters. Abiatar while speaking to In the Newsroom shared her fascination about Otters and asked members of the public in the areas of her focus to help with the research since her time is short.
Namibia has seen in the last few weeks political parties going to companies to address issues of employees. These have been seen when the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters visited a couple of companies in what it called addressing challenges faced by employees with their employers. Former Executive Director at the Namibian Ministry of Labour Bro-Mathew Shinguadja, explained to In the Newsroom that there are labour laws in place which clearly stipulate on how matters between employers and employees should be handled.
The annual auction by star Bonsmara breeder Joggie Briedenhann is more than an auction, it is an event. Every year, record prices are achieved at Hartebeestloop near Stampriet. The auction will be held on 13 May at the farm and starts at 11 am. More than 50 bulls will go under the hammer and 200 female animals are for sale. Paul Klein, general manager at Agra Auctions talks to In the Newsroom. Paul, jy sê die Hartebeestloop veiling is meer as net 'n veiling? Vertel ons.
Namibian consumers are waiting - possibly with bated breath - for the ministry of mines and energy to make an announcement regarding the fuel price for May. Levies form part of the price per litre and government has undertaken to probe these to see if any cuts are possible to alleviate pressure on the price at the pump. In the Newsroom checks in with Andreas Simon, spokesperson for the ministry, about how, and what the latest is.
Households and business are on their knees in the current eonomic climate and all the signs are there that nothing is going to get any better soon, and in fact, it will get worse. In the Newsroom checks in with the veteran business personality dr. Leake Hangala about a way forward...
The Frank Fredericks Foundation recently awarded a 10 000 Namibian dollar scholarship to 14-year-old swimmer Ariana Naukosho, and did so because of her talent. but, the founder of the foundation, Frank Fredericks tells In the Newsroom that there are young, excellent athletes in Namibia and the public needs to support them to achieve their sporting goals. He says he gave a sponsorship but, that that alone is not enough.
The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters has been visiting companies in the capital claiming unfair labour practices, under the guise of being activists for workers. The party been closing stores and threatening of further shut downs if employers do not do as told. Labour has already said these actions are illegal and In the Newsroom caught up with the already controversial Michael Amushelelo, the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters Commissar for Economic Development to find out from him what their end game is.
Trouble in Grootfontein seems to have no end. Chaos reigned at the municipality as some councillors attempted to physically remove the town's CEO Kisco Sinvula from his office. He has, according to the town's mayor, Talitha Garises, been suspended. Garises says she was physically threatened by him as she gave an account of what happened at the municipal offices. She adds she is approaching the line minister Erastus Uutoni...
The Veterinary School at the University of Namibia (Unam) is working with the Namibian Lead Poisoning Working Group under the chair of the environment ministry, to better understand the levels of lead from ammunition in large mammal predators and scavengers. Dr Chris Brown, an ecologist and founder of the Chamber of the Environment speaks to In The Newsroom...
Henriette le Grange chats to In the Newsroom about you and I can help farmers suffering under swarms of locusts in an already precarious environment.
ReconAfrica is still busy with exploratory activies in the Kavango basin but, there is very little news on what the company is busy with. According to Ndapewoshali Shapwanale, ReconAfrica's Director for Communication and Stakeholder Relations drilling and exploring are going hand in hand vir several corporate social responsibility projects - which form part of company's governance pillars... She speaks to In the Newsroom
With the steep increases in the cost cost of living, households will have to start cutting on unnecessary expenses such as subscriptions, short-term insurance and other so-called non-essential items. This will have a secondary impact on the local economy which is already crippled. And there are other knock-on effects - like an increase in crime. In the newsroom speaks to Gabriel Erastus a local economist for a clearer view.
The latest export figures for Namibia are well known. The value has grown, but the amount of exports is declining. This means that manufacturing and economic operations are declining. Herbert Jauch, a labour expert, spoke to In the Newsroom and explained how these things work ...
Namibians are encouraged to read and write, especially those who have a talent for creative writing. This is according to Rémy Ngamije, the Doek Literary Festival Founder. Ngamije who is preparing for this year's Doek Literary Festival spoke to In the Newsroom and shared the importance of reading and writing for the creative industry.
President Hage Geingob's SONA made reference to student debt at the state-owned funding insitution, known as NSFAF. The funds are available for students to study but there are two challenges: Students don't repay debt and NSFAF needs to clean up its act and capacitate itself better. Dylan Mukoroli, senior spokesperson for the Namibian student organisation, Nanso.
The veteran social and gender activist Rosa Namises speaks to In the Newsroom in reaction to the announcement by President Hage Geingob that grants for children with disabilities will increase from 250 dollars currently to 1 300 dollars in die next financial year. While the decision is welcomed, Namises says the approach is too fragmented to make a difference and, the president is not giving us the necessary information to inform us of the status quo.
Namibians are united in boosting the national economy, especially in the hospitality industry that has been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. A young Namibian Simon Williams who studied hospitality through a global hospitality education internship programme, has completed his studies and did not waste time...
Testicular Cancer Awareness Month is observed annually in April to encourage men between the ages of 20 to 35 to get tested for testicular cancer. The month also doubles as an ooportunity to reflect on advancements in research, treatment, and progress. Rolf Hansen, Chief Executive Officer of the association speaks to Kosmos 94.1 in the newsroom and says that boys as young as 10 are susceptible...
Well known investment economist Dawie Klopper talks about what must happen for consumers to get some form of relief in prices...
The Covid-19 pandemic has managed to bring almost everything down to its knees. One would wonder in times of pandemics, how would local authorities manage to keep delivering the required services to their people. The people will definitely rely on these local authorities for the most basic needs. In the Newsroom caught up with Okahandja Constituency Councillor, Bethuel Tjeveondja to share on how did they manage to deliver the necessary services to their people as well as the challenges they faced...
Authorities lead operations, especially in the capital, to create order in the chaos of illegal vendors, and illegal immigrants. Chief Abraham Kanime of the City Police, chats to In the Newsroom.
There are repeated shortages of medication at state facilities countrywide, the latest case in point, contraceptives in the north... In the Newsroom chats with veteran gender activist, Rosa Namises...
Job Muniaro, the SG of NUNW and veteran trade unionist says he has not experienced the current crisis of jobs before...
The Economics Association of Namibia's Cons Karamata chats to In the Newsroom about a workshop this week which will unpack Namibia's housing crisis.
Local economist Klaus Schade unpacks the government's green hydrogen plan and he says it will work.
The proposed raised train to and over Sossusvle, along with a hot air balloon will take centre stage on 1 April at a meeting in the south. Gitta Paetzold from HAN has more details...
The NFA's Boots and Balls campaign is not just about identifying new soccer talent but, looking for girls and helping them with gear. Cassius Moetie, PRO at the association explains.
Erastus Ngaruka of the bank chats about diversifying its loan book as well as promoting start-ups in agriculture, as well as women farmers.
Encouraging people to report wrongdoing and to protect them when they do, is essential for corruption prevention in both the public and private sectors. That's why the protection of whistle blowers plays a vital role. If our protection system is not trusted by our citizens that might need protection, it will make it difficult for them to come out and report corrupt activities. In the Newsroom spoke to Paulus Noa, the Director General of the Anti Corruption Commission, to find out about protection of whistle blowers in Namibia.
Namibia is celebrating 32 years of Independence on the 21st of March 2022. The day will be hosted by coastal town Swakopmund in the Erongo This year’s independence will be celebrated under the theme “A People United For Prosperity”. In the Newsroom spoke to the Executive Chairman of O&L, Sven Thieme, a well respected local businessman, to tell us what this day means and how it should remind us of the responsibility we have for the future of the country.
Over the weekend a video of a 19 year-old teenager fighting with her 70 year-old grandmother, Lusia Nepolo, started making the rounds on social media. The incident that took place at Oshuungu village in the Omusati region, shocked the country. This came after official opposition leader, McHenry Venaani, last week in the National Assembly, spoke about how young people mistreat senior citizens and how they misuse elderly citizen's pension money, especially in the villages. In the Newsroom spoke to Chief Social Worker of the Ministry of Health in Omusati Region, Nelao Shatiwa, to find out whether these incidents are reported more and what contributes to such behaviour.
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) informs all stakeholders that it has published the Spectrum Assignment Strategy for 2022-2024. The document is available on the CRAN website under the Spectrum menu tab. Futhermore, stakeholders are requested to submit written comments within 30 days of issuing this notice. Ronel le Grange, Head of Electronic Communications at CRAN, shares more information to In The Newsroom.
The Director for the National Institute for Educational Development, Dr Patrick Simalumba, has defended what is called the new curriculum in the education system. He said it is very unfair that the system is facing a lot of criticism at the moment, although it has some achievements. Dr. Simalumba said to In the Newsroom the curriculum should not be called new but rather revised.
Dr Chris Brown says we're already in trouble and we need to start mitigating and adjusting how we go about our business and our daily lives... here's how...
The two Minsk Agreements have not been implemented and the Ukraine reneged on its undertaking to not join Nato... Dr Charles Mubita gives us a little history.
Ombud Basilius Dyakugha says employment complaints, especially in the civil service, where preferred candidates are employed above those most qualified, comprise the majority of his complaints. Brian Black, national chair of the IPC says it's simple, it's corruption.
It appears as though there is some confusion regarding the education ministry's new curriculum and who can go where with what qualification....
Professor Morgan Hauptfleisch, head of Nust's Biodiversity Research Institute talks to In the Newsroom about managing conflict animals and why it is so important that these predators are free...
The newly established Beef Value Chain forum aims to create a sustainable, profitable beef value chain by processing meat products before export. The establishment of this forum has put the spotlight firmly on exports and quotas. Only 25 percent of all cattle marketed were slaughtered at export abattoirs in 2021. According to Dr Kobus Laubscher, a well-known agricultural economist, there is room to enlarge our export market He talks to In the Newsroom about how to do it....
Dr Ulf Tubbesing talks to In the Newsroom about training for how to handle crime scenes... leading to better prosecution and accountability. A course is offered this weekend.
In the Newsroom chats with the executive director of the Regional Energy Regulator's Association of Southern Africa, Elijah Sicone about this massive project. Electricity = economic growth, after all.
Louisa Campbell of Lovedale Farming says the industry has joined a new auction house so there is hope sales will improve. She chats to In the Newsroom about the latest.
Gazza chats to In the Newsroom about the challenges the local entertainment industry faces and what can be done.
Zack Itodo has worked with social violence for years. He speaks to In the Newsroom on what would be his dream budget.
Governor Pijoo Nganate talks to In the Newsroom about production, mineral extraction and all things Omaheke.
As it turns out, trafficking of pangolins is bad for our environment - they are very necessary for ecosystem services, as Kelsey Prediker, an expert, explains.
Vandag word Moedertaaldag wêreldwyd herdenk en daarom is In the Newsroom in Afrikaans op Kosmos. Ons gesels met Elizma Theron van Netwerk Namibië.
Minister Calle Schlettwein talks to In the Newsroom about the challenges with Hardap Dam and the master waterplan...
The president of the Namibia Agricultural Union Piet Gouws talks to In the Newsroom about the real struggle with elephants... farmers are having quite the time of it.
Energy expert Ted Blom talks about Ruacana and the cost of storage ... it is astronomical.
In the Namibian context, radio plays a role in basic human rights because it allows access to information. It is a critical medium in the country. The ombud, Basilius Dyakugha explains...
The Merck Foundation has recently commemorate the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation 2022. Female Genital Mutilation is a deep-rooted social norm for girls and women in many cultures in Africa. Mimi Mwiya, consultant programme officer of the Zambezi Women’s Rights programme, talks to In The Newsroom.
Otjozondjupa is the new bread basket of Namibia - the fovernor, James Uerikua, passionate about agriculture, chats about using resources well, especially soil...
The sportminister Agnes Tjongarero is irked by the cost of removing the homeless who are camping out at stadiums, since March 2020, in and around Windhoek. They are damaging infrastructure, and costing the ministry money...
Beauty products are in the spotlight after the Namibia Statistics Agency noted that as commodity for the month of December, 38,5 million dollars worth of beauty products were imported into Namibia during the month... But Africa is a haven for natural remedies, traditional knowledge and various oils and seeds.... Mariane Akwenye a local Alchemist at Makai speaks to In the Newsroom
Namibia has been known as water scarce country, attributed mostly to its geographic location and primarily because of the limited surface water, as well as the high potential evaporation rates. Groundwater therefore quickly becomes crucial, most of which is located in aquifers in the savannah biome which covers a large part of the country. This is also where most industrialisation, as well as most farming is practiced. Michelle Hailonga, General Secretary of Geoscience Council of Namibia speaks to In the Newsroom on what Geoscience is ...
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The conflict between humans and wildlife in Namibia seems not to come to an end soon. Almost every week there will be a report on human-wildlife conflict. Professor Morgan Hauptfleisch, head of the Nust Biodiversity Center, takes a deeper look at the dynamics...
The killer of former South African First Lady, Marike de Klerk, Luyanda Mboniswa, in 2020 claimed he was being overlooked for parole as the former President’s family is not interested in meeting with him. In the newsroom spoke to Dr Pixie du Toit, a forensic criminologist about the chances of parole...
Commissioner Sam Shaalulange of Correctional Services chats to In the Newsroom about programmes the service offers to allow inmates to become valued members of society.
The Eagles have made waves and one can tell that the country's cricket governing body is doing something right. At the moment Namibia is ranked among the best cricket nations in the world and will participate in the T20 Cricket World Cup in Australia. Team captain Gerhard Erasmus indicated that Cricket Namibia has a plan to groom more young players for the future.
The Konrad Adenauer Stiftung is working hard in the Kavango regions to empower women for a better society. The two regions are known for their patriarchal nature and are both hotspots for GBV...
The World Wildlife Fund in Namibia, known far and wide as the WWF will launch their strategic plan for 2022 to 2026 on Friday. Ginger Mauney, the fund's Director of Communications and Fundraising says its about more than environmental protection.
Tunga Mboti, the director of the Namibian pavilion chats to In the Newsroom about our presence at the 2020 expo.
Mandatory Covid-jabs are in the news and the tide is slowly turning in Namibia with Namdeb joining the fray confirming the company will pay out 2 000 dollars in cash to its employees and contractors who take the jab before the end of February.
DeLHRA thanks twins for traversing the desert for Namibia's Kunene lions, but Izak Smit says the situation is still dire...
As is the case with most government offices, theft is rampant and government garages have not escaped this scourge. But the ministry of works has taken steps as spokesman Julius Ngweda explains...
Angela Prusa Cannabis and Hemp Association of Namibia says that the time as come to objectively evaluate and analyse the benefits of both cannabis and hemp.
According to the PDM party president McHenry Venaani the way commercial banks calculate lending regimes and valuate properties, causes dichotomies... the party will be tackling this issue this year.
Mimi Mwiya works hard in the Zambezi region, an area that is deeply tied to old ways which oftentimes, infringe on the rights of women to take decisions for themselves... she chats to In the Newsroom.
Dr Chris Brown of the Chamber of Environment weighs in on the site of the much hyped-about green hydrogen project...
Executive director Sanet Steenkamp speaks to In the Newsroom about the two semesters, reimaging education and creating a sustainable learning environment.
Social workers need to get out of their offices and reach out in communities, says long-standing GBV activist Zack Itodo.
Namibia's own snake expert Francois Theart talks to In the Newsroom about how and what and where...
Political analyst Dr Ndumba Kamwanyah says it would be great if Swapo loses in 2024, but, that is mostly a dream... in any event, the ruling party's new president, or the deputy will become Namibia's new president.
A great initiative for sure, but, are we focussing too much on this one thing, asks Graham Hopwood of the IPPR...
How does the sector employ the most people but it's not the largest in the local economy. Economist Theo Klein from Simonis Storm explains.
The 70 cents per litre increase in the diesel price will not only impact agronomy... Roelie Venter, NAU chief, explains.
Commissioner Sam Shivute speaks to In the Newsroom about how the revenue agency will go about ensuring compliance...
Jofie Lamprecht says 33 concessionaires are not being served by Napha so they made their own ...
Martin Muyenga, the owner of Monarch Lifeguard and Emergency Services shares a few water safety tips and urged Namibians to take swimming lessons before the holidays...
NamWater Chief Executive Officer Abraham Nehemia spoke to In The Newsroom to give an update on the current prepaid water systems they installed at municipalities in different towns. NamWater recently resolved to provide some towns with bulk water supply on a prepaid basis only. This is as a result of the low collection rate of billed residents, which poses a challenge for local authorities to settle their accounts.
Linda Baumann chats about the debate around abortion. Baby dumping is a relevant issue here and she asks, why are only the mothers held accountable?
The the focus firm on the environment, In the Newsroom chats with Glenn Howard of the council... take a listen, there's much you can do...
Lockdowns, working from home, isolation and more created a very difficult working environment for the ACC and its investigations into corruption. The director-general Paulus Noa explains.
McHenry Venaani, who himself lost almost his entire farm during the Steinhausen fire, doesn't want laws for criminal charges... take a listen.
Hollard Insure, in collaboration with Farmingportal.co.za and AGRI NEWS NET, is inviting young aspiring writers and journos for a competition for agricultural wrtiers. You must be younger than 28 and write between 500 and 700 words on any agri-topic of your choice. There are some whopping cash prizes at stake... Johann Pretorius chief executive of the CRA Group that's hosting the competition, chats to In the Newsroom.
On 16 October 2021 Namibia celebrates World Food Day, with the rest of the world. This year’s theme is “Better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life.” Mildred Kambinda Acting Deputy Executive Director at the agri-ministry explains...
Dr Richard Kamwi, founder of the Eliminate Malaria campaign on the African continent talks about the new malaria vaccine, targeted specifically at children under the age of five.
The Namibian health ministry responds to allegations by Amnesty International that San are sidelined with regards medical care, TB and more...
Energy economist Chris Yelland speaks about exploration, climate change, regulatory environments and financing when it comes to fossil fuels in Africa.
It's vulture-ringing season at the moment and the ministry's ornithologist Holgar Kolberg speaks to In the Newsroom about the project and the status of these birds locally.
JP Shomwele the director of the Imax Group 6 Fire Program, which is driving education about fire extinguishers on vehicles, chats to In the Newsroom.
Stephan Bezuidenhout from ECC, which is in charge of the environmental impact of uranium exploration at Leonardville, talks about the way forward for Headspring Investments.
A shortage of containers has caused major disruptions in value chains, and Namibia is also affected. Dr Dagmar Honsbein chat about not only the delays in shipping charcoal, but everything else...
Megan Kruger from Stop Cyber Bullying Namibia chats about what it is, what parents should look for, and what they should do.
Namibia's ombudsman, John Walters, steps down tomorrow after 17 years in office. This is how he will be remembered.
Professor Mutjinde Katjiua, spokesperson of the Ovaherero Traditional Authority sets out what the communities want in genocide reparations.
NSFAF boss Kennedy Kandume talks to In the Newsroom about payment systems, challenges and more...
The Namibian police speaks about the challenges of policing and regulating false prophets who seem to have a firm grip on many communities...
The last year recorded almost double the value in defaulting loans when compared to the year before. Millions in assets were seized but where must the banks go with the assets? The economy is listless... Economist Theo Klein explains the dilemma
By the end of this year, jobless youth could make up more than 50% of all those unemployed... and training doesn't help because there aren't any jobs.
The Development Bank does not make it onto the motion court roll as frequently as other banks do, especially now with the Covid pinch firmly felt. The bank's CEO Martin Inkumbi says that's because of extensive payment holidays.
The incoming ombudsman Basilius Dyakugha weighs in on human rights, group rights, country rights and will soon announce his plans.
The IUCN's global congress has just been completed and Dr Rudie van Vuuren was there - here's what he will be bringing home.
Dr Chris Brown explains what the impacts of climate change will be ... and they are scary. We need to discover alternatives. Soon.
A Walvis Bay-based fodder manufacturing company has convinced the GIPF, known for solid investments, to invest... and it did...
Here's what to do... Francois Theart speaks to In the Newsroom about precautions and what's junk advice...
Environment minister Pohamba Shifeta says his ministry is working on drafting legislation to hold firestarters responsible.
The figures speak for themselves - the less women employed, the higher a country's inequality... we speak to economic experts and those who employ women. This is a very important issue for Namibia where women-households are common.
Tammy Hoth of the Namibian Lion Trust Foundation chats about lion conservation in northwestern Namibia, and critical assistance to farmers.
General (retired) Martin Shalli says there are more important matters than a scuffle or two with the Botswana Defence Force.
The Agronomic Board is hosting training training on best practices, on a global standard.
With new players in the field of local authority politics In the Newsroom chats to Pieter Senekal about his experience as a candidate for PDM in Windhoek East and what he learned about our democracy...
Ciske Smith-Howard chats about how she got into politics... and what their plans are for Swakopmund...
Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa Amadhila talks to In the Newsroom about plans to improve access to food for a little less than half a million Namibians...
In the Newsroom chats to Dr Chris Brown from the Chamber of the Environment about their official stance regarding the exploration for oil in our Kavang-Zambezi Transfrontier Park....
Willem Venter, a mechanical engineer, chats to In the Newsroom about elephants, rugby pitches and dams...
From the smallest nunu to the mighty elephant, the Biodiversity Research Centre at Nust is doing amazing work... take a listen.
The Ministry of Finance has taken the proverbial bull by the horns and is hosting workshops to sort out the chaos that is public procurement....
The Legal Assistance Centre and the Ombudsman weigh in on the access to justice by the citizenry... and they do not necessarily agree...
Paulus Noa, the Director-General of the Anti-Corruption Commission talks about big fish, small fish and bribery... which is where it all starts...
Did you know that as a driver, if you do not take reasonable precaution to avoid an accident, even if you have right of way, you can end up in the dock? Take a listen...
It's Botswana v. Namibia and the other way around. Former Prime Minister Nahas Angula talks to In the Newsroom about Africa and Africans and how you are because I am, and I am because you are.
Miss Supranational Namibia 2020 Chani Rabe talks pageants and physical beauty in the time of activism, feminism and more...
Attitudes, courtesy, and more will form part of the issues addressed in this year's road safety campaign by the Namibian police. Deputy Commissioner Amalia Gawanas...
Jay Mawji, MD of Infinox talks to In the Newsroom from London about online trading and trading in Africa... trends and analyses. Infinox will soon be in Namibia!
The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Namibia Notemba Tjipeua explains the law, the code of conduct and when steps can be taken against parties and members who make themselves guilty of these transgressions.
Distell's Care Pack has been designed to support shebeens which they have found are not a scourge but in fact, a very important part of communities. Liz Curtis joins In the Newsroom.
Local businessman and author Libolly Haufiku chats about tax policies and how they should be amended to encourage spending and investment... there are some solid ideas here.
Namibians go to the polls on 25 November in the local authority elections. We know there are very serious challenges at most of these institutions and there is one man who knows something about that... Auditor-General Junius Kandjeke. He chats to In the Newsroom...
Memory Mbai from PriceWaterhouse Coopers explains how the tax benefits, valid from February 2021, will work. Take a listen, this is what is in it for you.
Sidney Boois of the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund talks to In the Newsroom about their plans for road safety over the coming festive season. Drive carefully folks!
Energy Minister Tom Alweendo talks to In the Newsroom about rural electrification... if the pandemic caused us to realise the great digital divide, we suppose electricity is key to closing that gap...
Emmarencia, founder of MakeANoise joins In the Newsroom with Kosmos 94.1 and Stanlib to discuss what her organisation is doing to ease the burden.
Dr Chris Brown of the Namibia Chamber of Environment unpacks the effect of an increase in temperature on the separate environmental systems in the country...
Salomo Hei talks to In the Newsroom about whether the NSX is still a good place to invest - this after share prices dropped by an average of roughly 20%.
The Ministry of Labour is hosting Productivity Week, look at ways we can stays productive and profitable during Covid... take a listen...
President Hage Geingob says reforms in the fishing industry will close the loopholes that allowed for Fishrot... but what reforms? Graham Hopwood, Director at the Institute of Public Policy Research weighs in
So say our app users but, according to Nico Horn, this is not possible... he chats about that and the quality of the local legal system.
With massive economic contractions due to Covid and other factors, consumers will have to tighten their belts during the festive season. Self-preservation is key....
The LPM says there are several layers to the challenges with children on the street... problems at home and children that find it easier without structure and discipline... hear Sade Gawanas from the party.
The Erongo Governor Neville Andre-Itope speaks to In the Newsroom about the toll of the lockdown on the region and worries about a second wave when the festive season begins...
With recognition at the United Nations, Afriforum has been given all the impetus it needs to advance minority- and property rights... take a listen...
The IPPR says civil society has a role to play in combating the scourge of corruption....
Brian Black, Chairperson of the Namibian Manfucturer's Association talks to In the Newsroom about what the sector needs from government in terms of policy to give it impetus.
In the Newsroom talks to the ED of the Ministry of Higher Education Dr Alfred van Kent about challenges with placement and of course, the current students with Covid....
After 40 years of service to Namibia... Commissioner Karel Theron, Commander in the Zambezi Region, retires...
Cancers of all kinds are becoming more and more common across all sectors of Namibian society and our concern should extend beyond, but still include. Breast Cancer. Rolf Hansen of the local Cancer Association talks to In the Newsroom about what cancers are common, which ones are undetected and what services there are...
Una's School of Veterinary Medicine at Neudamm is running Africa's only trials on training dogs to sniff out Covid... Dr Nad Brain, head of the project, chats to In the Newsroom with Kosmos 94.1 and Stanlib.
The capital is buckling under the weight of informal settlements with just less than half of Windhoek's residents in shacks. Mayor Fransina Kahungu is on a mission...
June Shimuoshili from Unwrap Online chats to In the Newsroom about the state of art in Namibia and the mainstreaming of Afrikaans in local art...
In the Newsroom weighs in on a seat for Africa on the Security Council... experts question who will represent us there because there are 10 African countries that think they are important enough to represent us all...
Dr Veronica Theron, a Senior Social Worker currently in the Office of the First Lady talks to In the Newsroom with Kosmos 94.1 and Stanlib about domestic violence... where it comes from, how the scourge is perpetrated and what can be done...
What will trade look like after the pandemic is under control? Trade wars? Geopolitics? What what happens to globalisation?
There are calls across the globe for a more fair and equitable state of affairs... In the Newsroom talks to Zoe Titus from the Namibia Media Trust about the role of social and traditional media in creating this world.
With the first lockdowns the earth recovered... air was cleaner, wildlife returned and more... there was hope for green technologies to take centre-stage ... In the Newsroom with Kosmos 94.1 and Stanlib talks to Ted Blom, an expert in energy on this and of course, the future of oil and its cost.
Local analyst Dr Ndumba Kamwanyah says the only thing local authorities need is competence. On every level... He chat with In the Newsroom...
The industry is on its knees... and second waves of Covid infections are dampening prospects of a quick revival... Can we exploit new markets? How are we going to structure things to survive? Gitta Paetzold of the Namibian Hospitality Association....
Ombudsman John Walters talks to In the Newsroom about the latest reports of over 700 suicides recorded in 18 months....
The Minister of Defence is still in the news... he is accused of secrecy and lying about Chinese soldiers in the country, but the former minister Nahas Angula, along with Political Analyst Hoze Riruako, say there are very specific rules...
It's not good enough to be non-racist. Racism affects us all and we do not get praise for what we don't do, but rather, for what we do says Henning Melber.
Dr Chris Brown of the Namibian Chamber of Environment talks to In the Newsroom about the risks of pollution due to a lack of proper sanitation.
Things are falling apart and the relationship between the media and the President's office have soured... the media blames the Press Secretary... We get comment from those in the know.
What is going on... should we be worried about artificial intelligence, microchips? Is it the end of the days?
The Director of the Institute for Public Policy Research Graham Hopwood weighs in on why white Namibians don't attend celebrations on national public holidays....
Eben de Klerk says the economy was already in the doldrums and we were making critical errors long before the pandemic. Adjustments are needed but not because of Covid...
Covid has brought major uncertainty - both for our health and well-being, as well as our financial security. We talk to local Clinical Psychologist Shaun Whittaker about PTSD, and trauma.
Melanie Sarantou, known to Namibians as Melanie Harteveld-Becker chats about opportunities in the second-hand fashion market in the Namibian context.
While the South African Minister of Sport Nathi Mthethwa wants an investigation, the Namibian Minister, Agnes Tjongarero says the #BlackLivesMatter is a player's choice....
In the Newsroom talks to expert about why you should vote, how you get to vote and whether the ruling party will take a knock.