Rescue efforts are taking place in Taiwan after a powerful earthquake struck off its east coast on Wednesday, killing at least four people. The 7.4 magnitude quake caused multiple buildings to collapse in Hualien, the city closest to the epicentre. The strongest tremor to hit the island in 25 years was also felt as far...
Niël Terblanché The enduring relationship between Namibia and the United States of America is poised for further expansion and deepening, heralding a promising future for both nations. Following a courtesy visit to President Nangolo Mbumba at State House, US Ambassador to Namibia, Randy Berry reiterated the United States’ commitment to continuing its long-standing programs and...
Water levels in various dams across the country continue to decrease despite good rains recorded in some parts over the weekend. The weekly dam bulletin released by NamWater on Monday shows water levels in most dams dropped by 1% this week compared to last week. The Hardap Dam decreased from 12.2% last week to 11.7%...
The Secretary General of the National African Students’ Association (NASA) says the association will continue to advocate for the well-being and betterment of students and learners across Namibia to achieve quality education for all. Daniel Shiimi said this at the celebration of NASA’s 5th National Anniversary held in Windhoek. Shiimi noted that the association has...
Placido Hilukilwa SMUGGLERS of cheaper Angolan fuel are causing irreparable damage to the Namibian economy. They harm not only businesses in the energy sector but also deprive the state, the Road Fund Administration (RFA), and the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund of vital earnings, and contribute to the unemployment rate by forcing fuel stations to...
Staff Reporter THE year-long efforts by the Namibian police to trace a suspected fraudster, Mylene Van Rensburg, have not yet yielded positive results, and the officers at the Windhoek criminal investigation subdivision are now escalating their search by requesting members of the public to help trace the wanted person. Van Rensburg — also known as...
Japan’s Ambassador to Namibia, Nishimaki Hisao, expressed condolences to the government and the people of Namibia on the death of the late Hage Geingob. Hisao said this during the celebration of Japan’s Emperor’s birthday, where he also reaffirmed his country and Namibia’s strong ties. The festivities commenced with cultural activities by the children of Village...