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By: Maria Namupala The Oshikoto Regional Council, in collaboration with the Environmental Investment Fund (EIF), on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at improving access to potable water for residents affected by the ongoing water shortage. The agreement, signed by EIF Chief Executive Officer Benedict Libanda and Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi, establishes a structured framework for cooperation between the two parties. Libanda said that, as part of the […]

By: Maria Namupala The 13th Ondangwa Trade and Industrial Exhibition (OTIE) opened on Friday the 24th of April with a record number of 220 exhibitors, showcasing a wide range of products and services to residents and visitors. According to Ondangwa Town Council spokesperson, Petrina Shitalangaho-Mutikisha, the exhibition will run until Saturday, the 2nd of May. “The increase in the number of exhibitors this year is noticeable, which highlights the growing […]

By: Josia Shigwedha President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has approved salary increment and benefits for ministers, governors and members of parliament following recommendations by the Public Office Bearers (Remuneration and Benefits) Commission. The adjustments were implemented through a presidential proclamation dated 27 April 2026, amending the 2017 framework, with the new salary structure taking effect from 1 April this year. According to the document seen by NewsOnOne ,the prime minister will earn […]

A teacher has expressed concern over what she describes as an unfair recruitment outcome in the education sector, following her application for a permanent Grade 1 teaching post at Vooruitsig Primary School in Rehoboth. According to the educator, who spoke to our news team, she was qualified for the position but was instead appointed on a temporary basis, despite the post being advertised as permanent. She believes the decision raises […]

Walvis Bay Mayor Addresses Housing Delays, Infrastructure Challenges and Service Delivery Concerns Walvis Bay – Walvis Bay Mayor Johannes Shimbilinga has responded to a wide range of service delivery concerns raised by residents, addressing housing delays, infrastructure challenges, water billing systems, and public participation in municipal decision-making. The mayor was speaking in an interview with journalist Leonard Witbeen, where he outlined the municipality’s plans and ongoing interventions aimed at improving […]

By: Josia Shigwedha A man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a 37-year-old man in the neck with a pen at the Harambee location at Otavi on Saturday. The incident is one of three attempted murder cases recorded by the Namibian Police over the weekend including Lüderitz and Karibib. In the Otavi incident, the victim was found unconscious after the stabbing, which occurred during an altercation. Police said he was […]

By: Maria Namupala The University of Namibia (Unam) hosted its graduation ceremony for its northern campuses on Wednesday. Over students 900 from the Jose Eduardo Dos Santos campus, Hifikepunye Pohamba campus, Oshakati campus and Ogongo campus, graduated in different fields of study and were conferred with certificates, diplomas, honour’s and master’s degrees. Speaking during the graduation ceremony, Unam vice chancellor, Professor Kenneth Matengu, said this year’s graduation saw an increase […]

By: Maria Namupala Murder and fraud accused Petrus Shikwaya (21) testified on Wednesday that he did not play any role in the execution or conspiracy in the death of Ondangwa prosecutor Justine Shiweda. Shikwaya was testifying during his bail application, where he maintained his innocence in the matter. However, he faced intense questioning regarding financial transactions and telephonic records, which the State alleges link him to the procurement of acid […]

By: Maria Namupala A 26-year-old female Angolan national is expected to appear in the Outapi Magistrate’s Court this week for allegedly kidnapping a one-year-old boy near Okahao District Hospital on Tuesday. Police say the woman had allegedly told her boyfriend that she was expecting a child. According to Omusati region commander, Commissioner Ismael Basson, the boy’s mother, also an Angolan national, met the suspect at the hospital, where they exchanged […]

Residents of Farm !Khawab in the Daures Constituency say they are living under increasing fear as stock theft and armed robberies escalate, with little effective response from authorities. Community members claim that criminal activity, often carried out at night by armed suspects wearing balaclavas, has turned the area into a high-risk zone, with perpetrators allegedly exploiting their knowledge of the terrain to target homes and livestock. According to residents, repeated […]