NC MPs push to ban hubbly bubbly

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Members of the National Council are calling for a complete ban on hubbly bubbly (also known as hookah), vapes and other similar products, citing rising usage among school children and health concerns.

Businesses encouraged to embrace new technologies

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Innovation is not a luxury but a necessity for Namibia’s economic resilience and sustainability. This was the message from the Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Erica Shafudah, at the 2025 Good Business and Innovation Awards held in Windhoek.

Keetmanshoop temporary workers protest unfair treatment

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A group of about 12 temporary workers in the Department of Roads Maintenance and Storm Water at the Keetmanshoop Municipality have expressed dissatisfaction over what they term unfair treatment at work.

The group alleges incidents of harassment and bullying at the local authority.

Industry meets to scrutinise health and safety bill

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The Deputy Director of Labour Inspectorate in the Ministry of Justice and Labour Reform, Henock Amukwa, called for the development of clear national policies, systems and legal frameworks to support the ongoing improvement of occupational health and safety in the workplace.

Call to amplify the voices of marginalised people

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Leaders from civil society, government and international partners came together at the Amplifying San Voices Conference, saying Namibia must go beyond promises and take meaningful action to uplift its most marginalised communities, the San!