MPS QUESTION PEGA BILL OVER CENTRALISATION CONCERNS

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Members of Parliament raised sharp concerns over the Public Enterprises Governance Amendment (PEGA) Bill during its debate, questioning its potential overlap with existing laws and its push to centralise control of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) under the Prime Minister's office.

MVA FUND BACKS SCHOLAR PATROL TO BOOST ROAD SAFETY

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The Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund regards the implementation of the scholar patrol project as a vital initiative for educating learners about road safety, aiming to reduce the rising number of accidents.

NUST AND RFA PARTNER ON ROAD SECTOR INNOVATION AND RESEARCH

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The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and Road Fund Administration (RFA) are joining forces to advance research and innovation in Namibia's road sector.

The two entities signed a N$10 million funding agreement to that effect.

FORMER NAMDIA EMPLOYEES IN COURT OVER POCA CHARGES

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Former NAMDIA employee Stefanus Charles Rhoman and senior officer Willem Stoffel, both facing two counts of defeating the ends of justice and contravening the Prevention of Organised Crime Act (POCA), appeared for a bail application hearing at the Bethanie Magistrate’s Court.

MINISTRY ADOPTS LEASE-TO-OWN MODEL FOR CENTRAL MEDICAL STORE

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Minister of Health and Social Services Dr. Esperance Luvindao said the government has not opted for a simple rental arrangement for the Central Medical Store but is instead pursuing a lease-to-own model aimed at addressing urgent pharmaceutical storage challenges.

Draw Sets Up Knockout Matches

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The road to silverware has officially begun following the draw for the 2026 Standard Bank Top 8 Cup, which sets the stage for a series of high-stakes knockout matches between Namibia's top-performing football clubs.

FIVE RAND PRIMARY SCHOOL HOSTS CAREER FAIR IN OKAHANDJA

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Five Rand Primary School hosted its annual career fair in Okahandja, aimed at guiding and inspiring young learners to pursue their dreams.

The event highlighted the importance of early career guidance and the role of education in shaping Namibia's future.

FLOODWATER FROM ANGOLA FLOODS KUNENE MAHANGU FIELDS

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Floodwater from Angola has caused flooding in the mahangu fields adjacent to the Kunene River following the opening of the flap gates at the Ruacana waterfall to alleviate pressure on the dams.