Staff Reporter WINDHOEK, December 4 — In the past, bank robberies were brazen, employing weapons and physical intimidation to instil fear in staff, security guards, and customers at the branch. Timing was strategic, often occurring on the last day of the month when cash levels were high, and the branch was busy with check cashing....
Windhoek, Namibia – Swapo party member Queen Kamati has been elected as the new Mayor of the City of Windhoek (CoW). The election took place on Friday in the capital for the office bearers of the 2023/24 term. According to Namibian Press Agency (NAMPA), During the election, presided over by Windhoek district court magistrate Jurina/Hoxobes,...
Consider the tribal tensions which surfaced at the soccer games on 18 November, or the fact that certain tribes cannot be found walking around certain areas at Katutura. Are places like Herero Mall, Dolam and Owambo location not possible hotspots for tribalism? Can tribalism be resolved without addressing the cruel, calculating and intentional spatial architectural...
It was reported that the City of Windhoek’s budget for 2023/24 is dominated by electricity and salaries. Salaries accounted for 32% of the budget. The report further indicated that the city aims to have a surplus of N$165 million. This budget raised a few questions. The first one is: What is the role of the...
ARE SMART CITIES the best urban development models for cities in developing countries? Can Namibia afford to create a smart city, particularly when the national broadband policy has not been implemented, nor is there equitable internet access and quality in Windhoek? Smart cities have been key drivers of inequality and environmental degradation. More and more...
ARE SMART CITIES the best urban development models for cities in developing countries? Can Namibia afford to create a smart city, particularly when the national broadband policy has not been implemented, nor is there equitable internet access and quality in Windhoek? Smart cities have been key drivers of inequality and environmental degradation. More and more...
Bank Windhoek has appointed Samuel Linyondi as its strategic communication manager effective 1 October. The bank’s executive officer of marketing and corporate communication services Jacquiline Pack confirmed the appointment in a statement on Thursday. She said Linyondi is a qualified and industry experienced strategic communication professional. He offers an extensive background in all aspects of...
The National Ballet School (NBS) graced the stage of the National Theatre of Namibia from 25 to 28 October, delivering a spectacular rendition of Tchaikovsky’s timeless masterpiece, The Nutcracker. This extraordinary performance generously sponsored by Bank Windhoek, enjoyed an incredible five-night streak of sold-out shows. Jacquiline Pack, Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate...
NDN Staffer WINDHOEK, Nov. 3 — On November 2, 2023, the Minister of Works and Transport, Honourable John Mutorwa, convened a significant meeting in Windhoek, bringing together key stakeholders involved in the development and maintenance of road infrastructure. The meeting saw the participation of Windhoek Mayor, Joseph Uapingene, City of Windhoek Chief Executive Officer (CEO)...
Staff Reporter WINDHOEK, Oct. 27 — In the heart of the Goreangab informal settlement in Windhoek, the Hatika Adult Education Centre shines as a beacon of hope for the local community. Established on May 4, 2019, by the dedicated educator Wilfried Mbamba, this transformative institution has been a catalyst for enriching lives and shaping futures...