In the Newsroom
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.
Things are looking backwards in the Kavango
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…
Okahandja and its enduring water woes...
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…
Abandoned rhino-baby needs fat-free milk...
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…
Walking along the desert elephant's path
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…
SMEs need a slice of the green hydrogen pie
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,…
Reaction to possible medicinal cannabis farming in Namibia
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…
12-year restriction on second-hand vehicles lifted: Good or bad?
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…
Collard on keeping food on the table in these trying times
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…
Expert chats about NATO build-up in Europe
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…
Jobless? Register here...
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…
LPO chief says Meatco fiasco can be turned around, if there is will
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…
Monkey pox: We know what to do to protect ourselves - Haufiku
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…
Pangolin exhibition to save these little creatures
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…
It's cold, people are poor, spread a little love, says governor
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…
Drugs are becoming a real and dire threat in Namibia
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…
AGOA opportunities for SMEs exploited locally
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…
Tsumeb challenges will be addressed
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…
Noa talks corruption and probes
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.
Brown gives marine phosphate the green light
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…
Seibeb says there is too much secrecy surrounding Ramaphosa's theft
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…