Author: Juliana Iikela
Lithium Mine Workers Allege Unfair Dismissals Amid Safety Concerns
By: Juliana Iikela Former employees of Long Fire Investments and its joint venture company Xinfeng Investment at the Uis and Henties Bay Lithium mine claim they were fired after expressing dissatisfaction with their working conditions. Last year, the Mineworkers…
Higher Learning Institutions Urged to Prioritise Potato Seed Production
By: Juliana Iikela Horticulturist Jesiah Shipingana has called on institutions of higher learning to initiate programs for producing and treating potato seeds within Namibia. He highlighted that the high cost of potatoes in stores is often due to import…
Ondangwa COSDEC Hosts First Graduation Ceremony
By: Juliana Iikela The Community Skills Development Centre (COSDEC) in Ondangwa celebrated its first-ever graduation ceremony at the Andimba Toivo ya Toivo Secondary School on Tuesday. Deputy Minister of Sport, Youth, and National Service, Emma Kantema, attended the event…
Franz Gertze Bids Farewell to NQA
By: Juliana Iikela After 27 years at the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) where he served in various positions, CEO Franz Gertze has stepped down, effective 31 May. The departing CEO urged the education sector in Namibia to never tire…
Mbumba Urges Investment in Education
By: Juliana Iikela President Nangolo Mbumba has emphasised the critical need for Africa to invest in education to avoid being left behind in the rapidly evolving global landscape. Speaking on Africa Day, Mbumba highlighted the importance of building resilient…
Schlettwein Urged To Settle !Khomanin Community Land Issues …as displaced generational workers roam Khomas corridors
By: Juliana Ikela Khomas Regional Governor, Laura Mcleod-Katjirua, has made a fervent appeal to the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform to address the land issues affecting the !Khomanin community. The governor made this call during the…
Oshikoto Regional Governor Office Supports Start-ups with N$100,000
By: Juliana Iikela In a bid to boost entrepreneurship and economic growth, the Office of the Oshikoto Regional Governor allocated N$100,000 during the last financial year to support start-ups and micro-businesses within the region. The allocation was to assist…
Khomas Governor Calls for Adequate Affordable Housing
By: Juliana Ikela and Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Khomas Regional Governor Laura Mcleod-Katjirua has emphasised the critical need for ensuring adequate housing for all residents within the region, highlighting its pivotal role in fostering social equity and stability. Speaking at…
National Assembly Achieves Gender Parity … National Council lags behind
By: Juliana Iikela and Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Namibia’s top legislative body, the National Assembly, has achieved gender parity with an equal representation of men and women, marking a significant milestone in gender equality in the country’s political arena. Comprising…
Oshikango Business Activities Continue on the Decline
By: Juliana Iikela Once renowned as one of the country’s bustling border towns, Oshikango has been experiencing a significant downturn in business activities, signalling challenging times for local entrepreneurs and vendors. The vibrant atmosphere that once characterised the…