Renovation of Owela Exhibition Centre set for completion this year

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The Deputy Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, Faustina Caley, has announced that the ministry is working to secure funding and expertise to restore the Owela Exhibition and Educational Centre, which has been closed since February 2020. 

MPs discuss proposed law to define the powers and duties of the Ombudsman

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As the National Assembly resumed today, Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP Inna Hengari was the first to take the floor on the Ombudsman Bill, questioning the appointment process of the Ombudsman.

The proposed law aims to clearly define the powers and responsibilities of the Ombudsman in Namibia.

PDM MP Katjimune opposes Public Gatherings Bill

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The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP, Maximalliant Katjimune, opposed the Public Gatherings and Processions Bill during its second reading, saying the bill directly contradicts Chapter Three of the Namibian Constitution, which guarantees the right to peacefully assemble.

Venaani urges Namibians to prioritise competence

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Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) President McHenry Venaani has urged Namibians to choose national leaders based on their competence rather than their tribal affiliations, emphasizing the need for capable individuals to guide the nation toward prosperity.

PDM donates water infrastructure to Rupara village

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The Popular Democratic Movement has donated water infrastructure worth N$75,000 to members of the Shack Dwellers Federation in Kavango West's Rupara Village. 

After constructing their houses in 2023, 32 members of the Shack Dwellers Federation had to source income to cater for their own water needs. 

#NAMIBIAVOTES2024 | PDM pledges 10% of GDP for agriculture if elected

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Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) presidential candidate and leader of the official opposition party, McHenry Venaani, promises to use 10% of the national GDP on agriculture if elected in power.

Venaani says this will create jobs and address hunger and poverty.