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Mbumba officiates 10th Regular Commissioning Course Graduation at Rundu

Written by Sawi Hausiku on 18 April 2024

RUNDU, 18 APR (NAMPA) – President Nangolo Mbumba officiated the 10th Regular Commissioning Course Graduation Ceremony for the Namibian Defence Force (NDF) at the 261 battalion military base at Rundu on Thursday.
Around 148 officer cadets graduated in the fields of the NDF Army, Air Force, and Navy.
In his keynote address, Mbumba expressed pride to witness the graduation of officer cadets who were recruited directly upon completion of their secondary education, saying, “This is a sign that in Namibia we are ...


Visas available upon arrival at Walvis Bay port

Written by Isabel Bento on 18 April 2024

SWAKOPMUND, 18 APR (NAMPA) – The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS) will be issuing visas upon arrival to travellers at the Port of Walvis Bay with immediate effect.
A media release issued by the ministry on Thursday stated that this strategic move underscores the significance of streamlining entry procedures, enhancing accessibility and fostering economic growth through tourism and trade.
“By issuing visas at the point of arrival, the ministry aims to bolster convenience f ...

Policymakers urged to address unequal distribution of wealth from oil and gas sector

LÜDERITZ, 18 APR (NAMPA)- Linda McLeod, Consultant at the Namibian Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), has encouraged policymakers to address the unequal distribution of wealth from the oil and gas sector. (Video: George Hendricks)

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× WINDHOEK, 11 April 2024 - President of the Security Association of Namibia, Dhiginina Uutapawa. (Photo by: Sylvia Hashondali) NAMPA

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× WINDHOEK, 09 April 2024 - The Windhoek High Court building. (Photo by: Eba Kandovazu) NAMPA

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× SWAKOPMUND, 11 April 2024 - Director of Education in the Erongo Region, Erenfriede Stephanus. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

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× Chinese film director Zhang Yimou (C) arrives on the red carpet during the opening ceremony of the 14th Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF) in Beijing, on April 18, 2024. (Photo by Jade Gao / AFP)