The Secretary General of the Swapo Party, Sophia Shaningwa, yesterday paid tribute to veteran politician and liberation stalwart Erkki Nghimtina, describing him as a dedicated servant of both the liberation struggle and the Namibian nation.
Swapo Party liberation stalwart Erkki Nghimtina died this afternoon at his homestead in Edundja village in the Ohangwena Region.
His death was confirmed by the Ohangwena Police Regional Commander, Commissioner Ottilie Kashuupulwa.
Swapo Party President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, said lawmakers elected on the party's ticket have no reason not to coordinate their work and deliver quality services to the people.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has questioned the Ministry of Agriculture’s decision to retain management of the Kalimbeza National Rice Project, instead of transferring it to the University of Namibia (UNAM) as she previously recommended.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed concern over growing disunity in Namibia, saying it is a threat to the country's socio-economic development.
As former Head of State Dr. Nangolo Mbumba celebrates his 84th birthday today, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended her warm congratulations, honouring his life, legacy and enduring contribution to Namibia’s democratic journey.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has said the Swapo Party remains open to accepting new and former members.
Witbooi gave an assurance at a mobilisation rally for the November Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections held at Odibo in the Ohangwena Region.
The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) is advocating for more women and youth to take up leadership roles ahead of the Regional Councils and Local Authorities Elections.
The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) held an engagement meeting with the youth to encourage them to vote in the upcoming by-election scheduled for June 17.
Commissar Gabriel Manasse, the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) candidate for the upcoming by-election in the Otjozondjupa Region, has vowed to tackle the social and economic development challenges facing residents in the Otjiwarongo Constituency if elected.
