Reflectors to be fitted on communal livestock to prevent accidents

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Domestic animals in communal areas will soon be equipped with reflectors to make them more visible at night and to prevent accidents.

Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi said the government is in the process of procuring reflectors for domestic animals in communal areas where they roam freely.

Oshikoto election preparations on track, says REO

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The Regional Electoral Officer for Oshikoto, Ester Hipangelwa, says preparations for the November Regional Councils and Local Authorities Elections are progressing smoothly and are firmly on track.

Ministry of Education announces school holidays on 25 and 27 November

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The Ministry of Education has declared 25 and 27 November as school holidays, following guidance from the Office of the Prime Minister. 

According to the Ministry, all hostels will remain open on 25 November and throughout the Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections scheduled for 27 November. 

Namibia looks to Qatar for oil and gas development insights

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Namibia is open to learning from Qatar's experience in the development of the oil and gas sectors.

Today, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah held talks with Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Qatari Minister of State for Energy Affairs, at State House.

NAPPA proposes temporary electricity levy to cut consumer costs

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The Namibia Progressive Party (NAPPA) says it plans to introduce a temporary electricity levy meant to reduce costs for consumers.

Co-founder Penda Negonga made the announcement during a press conference in Windhoek, ahead of the Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections.  

Tragic shooting in Windhoek West leaves two dead

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On Monday, a man in Windhoek West opened fire on his girlfriend and her male acquaintance before taking his own life.

This incident, which shocked the community, resulted in two fatalities and left a third person injured.

Tsumis Arid Zone Agricultural College set to reopen in Hardap Region

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Plans are underway to reopen the Tsumis Arid Zone Agricultural College (TAZAC) at Tsumis Park in the Hardap Region.

This comes after Hardap Governor Rian McNab submitted a proposal to the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform requesting permission to carry out the plan.

Minister Theofelus urges patience as NamPost processes social grants

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The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, is asking for social grant beneficiaries to remain patient while NamPost is processing their payments. 

The minister visited the Nampost branch at Divundu, Kavango East.