Komsberg fire survivors share prevention ideas

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Charred remains at the Komsberg farm location are the only reminders of where reed houses stood that were reduced to ashes by a devastating fire early this month. 

Reed house fires are the recurring tragedy at the farm, with several fire incidents reported in the past few months. 

MTC hands over eight new classrooms at Shaanika Nashilongo Secondary School

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MTC's rural school project initiative, aimed at ensuring learners' safe access to weather-resilient and dignified learning spaces across Namibia's 14 regions in partnership with the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund, has officially handed over eight newly constructed classrooms at Shaanika Nashilongo Secondary Schoo

Grootfontein Municipality working on the appointment of CEO

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Newly elected Mayor of Grootfontein, Moritz Gaingob, has revealed that the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer for the town will happen before May 2026.

The position has been vacant since the departure of former CEO Kisco Sinvula in 2023.

Mbambazi Primary School receives uniforms donation

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Mbambazi Primary School in the Zambezi Region received a generous donation of school uniforms and other essentials courtesy of HITO HR Consultancy. 

Founder of HITO HR Consultancy, Lisa Matomola partnered with 32 other individuals in coming to the school's aid. 

Amutse voices concerns over skilled worker shortage in mining and energy

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The Minister of Industries, Mines and  Energy (MIME), Modestus Amutse has expressed concerns over shortage of skilled  workers in both the mining and energy sectors. 

This, the minister asserted, could hinder the government's efforts to maximum  value for the country. 

Namibia and Cuba to explore state-of-the-art pharmaceutical plant

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Namibia and Cuba have agreed to explore a proposal to establish a state-of-the-art pharmaceutical plant in Namibia, leveraging Cuban biotechnology.

The project is envisaged to boost economic cooperation between the two countries.