Nangolo Mbumba new head of state

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It was a solemn atmosphere at State House today as Cabinet ministers reacted to the passing of President Hage Geingob.

nbc Senior Producer Gordon Joseph spoke to Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and other Cabinet ministers at the swearing-in ceremony.

Nandi Ndaitwah said Geingob's legacy would be edged into the history of Namibia, describing his life as one dedicated to Namibia and its people.

Learners, teachers from Oshikoto Region visit State House

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President Hage Geingob has encouraged school learners to take their studies seriously, true to the saying that 'education is the greatest equaliser'.

Learners and teachers from the Oshikoto Region visited State House as part of their school tour to Windhoek.

The pupils are from Tsumeb English Medium, Ontana Combined School, and Nehale Secondary School, from grades seven to twelve.

The visit to State House saw them engage the President and senior officials from the Presidency.

Namibian health system remains under control

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The public health situation in Namibia remains stable and under control, and the government is pleased with the World Health Organisation's (WHO) performance.

This assurance was provided by the Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr. Kalumbi Shangula, during the courtesy call by the WHO Chief at State House.

In the past, Namibia experienced an overburden of communicable diseases such as HIV, TB, and malaria.

This has seen the government increase investments in the health sector to bring infection rates under control and ensure access to treatment.

UN streamlines several agencies in Namibia

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The United Nations in Namibia says it is streamlining the work of its several agencies.

UN Resident Coordinator Hopolang Phororo spoke to nbc News following a courtesy call on President Hage Geingob at State House.

The UN has twenty agencies in Namibia, including the World Health Organisation, the Food and Agriculture Organisation, UNAIDS, and UNESCO.

Each specialised agency has a specific mandate, supporting Namibia's development priorities articulated in the National Development Plans, Harambee Prosperity Plan, and Vision 2030.

BoN worried about risks posed to positive economic outlook

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The Bank of Namibia (BoN) is worried about the risks posed to the positive economic outlook by challenges such as water supply disruptions, looming droughts, and infrastructure constraints.

The central bank's top management, led by Governor Johannes !Gawaxab, flagged this during a courtesy call on President Hage Geingob at State House.

Although economic activity improved during the first four months of 2023, challenges including water supply disruption, a looming drought, and infrastructure constraints could impact future projections.

GIPF and Government to sign agreement for a pension-backed home loan facility

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The Government Institutions Pensions Fund (GIPF) and the Namibian government are to sign an agreement for a pension-backed home loan facility to enable members to buy houses.

The outgoing Chief Executive Officer, David Nuyoma, paid a courtesy call on President Hage Geingob at State House, who praised him for growing the Fund's portfolio.

nbc News asked him about the possibility of GIPF members using a certain percentage of their pension funds to secure housing, as had been the call by quarters of society.

Netherlands and Denmark Prime Ministers visit Namibia

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The Prime Ministers of the Netherlands and Denmark are in the country for a joint working visit.

Mark Rutte and Mette Frederiksen are currently meeting at the State House with President Hage Geingob and other senior officials.

The joint visit is expected to present the three countries with a great opportunity to strengthen dialogue on global challenges and opportunities as well as widen and deepen coordinated and genuine partnerships.

Namibia and Rwanda to establish a Joint Commission of Cooperation

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Namibia and Rwanda will soon sign a formal agreement to establish a Joint Commission of Cooperation, expected to guide bilateral trade between the two countries, among other things.

This was said by Rwanda's High Commissioner to Namibia, Eugene Segore Kayihura after he bid farewell to President Hage Geingob at State House.

 

 

Oranjemund Private School's Grade 5 learners visit State House

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Grade five pupils from the Oranjemund Private School visited State House as part of their school tour on Tuesday.

Accompanied by their teachers, the learners had the opportunity to engage President Hage Geingob, First Lady Monica Geingos, and Vice President Nangolo Mbumba on a number of topical issues.

Discussions ranged from history, politics, socio-economic development, and the future aspirations of the learners.

They were further shown around the offices by the Chief Public Relations Officer at State House, Dennis Shikwambi.