ICT Minister calls for stronger collaboration on space technologies

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The Minister of Information and Communication Technology has emphasised the need for Namibia to invest in and strengthen collaboration on space technologies with countries, such as neighbouring Angola.

Emma Theofelus praised the neighbouring country's significant advancements in satellite communications.

Nkurenkuru Border Post falls short of national standards

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The Nkurenkuru Border Post, which borders Namibia and Angola, has not yet met the national border post standards.

This was shared during the visit of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs, Security, Constitutional and Legal Affairs to the Kavango West Region.

Angolan man denied bail for marrying 14-year-old

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A 29-year-old Angolan man was denied bail in the Rundu Magistrate's Court on Tuesday after traditionally marrying a 14-year-old girl.

The minor’s mother was, however, granted bail of N$1,000.

AFRICOM boosts security ties with Namibia and Angola

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Although Namibia and Angola currently face no major security threats, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) is working to ensure the two countries remain secure and prepared to respond to any potential future challenges.

Angola hosts ICT Forum to drive digital transformation

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As countries attempt to keep up with digital transformation and its impact on driving opportunities across all sectors, the Angolan government is hosting an ICT Forum that brings all ICT role players under one roof.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah visits Dr. Antonio Neto Memorial

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited the Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto Memorial in Luanda, Angola before returning home.

Dr. Antonio Agostinho Neto was Angola's first president, a key figure in the nation's struggle for independence and a unifier of the continent.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah returns from first official trip abroad

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is back in the country after wrapping up her working visit to Angola. This trip was her first international assignment since becoming Namibia's fifth Head of State, marking the start of her duties beyond the country's borders.

Embassies donate books to Windhoek Library for Portuguese Language Day

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As part of the celebration of the International Day of the Portuguese Language, the embassies of Angola, Brazil, and Portugal have donated books to the Windhoek Public Library.

The world Portuguese Language Day has been celebrated every year on the 5th of May since 2019.

Floods from Angola wreak havoc on homes and crops in Oshikoto Region

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The Oshikoto Region has experienced significant damage to homes and mahangu fields due to heavy rain and flooding from neighboring Angola.

According to Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi, the constituencies of Oniipa, Olukonda, Omuntele, and Onayena have been particularly hard hit.