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February 15, 2023

class="content__text" Dirty... City of Windhoek cleaners are on a wildcat strike since Monday and have now resorted to leaving overflowing bins in the street and dumping refuse in the streets. The contract workers want permanent employment. City officials have so far refused to see them as the strike and demonstration at the City head office are not protected. Workers have rejected their union representatives saying unions have done nothing for them for years. Videos: Contributed

February 15, 2023

class="content__text" Arrested again... Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo has confirmed that Michael Amushelelo has been arrested around 16h00 today in Windhoek. "The grounds of arrest have not been furnished but it has to do with a protest involving workers of the Municipality of Windhoek who are on strike for better working conditions. Our lawyers will be helping," said Amoomo.

February 15, 2023

class="content__text" Going up... The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Namibia at its bi-monthly meeting decided to increase the repo rate by 25 basis points to 7%, with immediate effect. This decision was taken following a comprehensive review of global, regional and domestic economic developments.

February 15, 2023

class="content__text" In the dock…The Fishrot accused are back in court for the pre-trial hearing before Windhoek High Court Acting Judge Kobus Miller. Their lawyers will file an application to be paid legal fees from the accused’s restraint assets. Bernard Esau and Tamson Hatuikulipi petitioned the Chief Justice to review the decision to refuse an appeal against the refusal of Judge Kobus Miller to recuse himself from the trial for alleged bias. Video: Roland Routh

February 15, 2023

class="content__text" Tools down…City of Windhoek casual workers downed tools yesterday demanding for better working conditions. They further demand permanent employment as some have been on contract for over 10 years. However, the city stood fast that the demonstration is illegal thus they are not collecting any petition from the workers. Activist Michael Saddam Amushelelo is also expected to join the demonstration. Video: Maihapa Ndjavera

February 15, 2023

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February 15, 2023

class="content__text" Removed... Vipuakuje Miharukua has been removed as Popular Democratic Movement's chief whip in parliament. He is replaced by Elma Dienda.

February 15, 2023

class="content__text" WATCH! With Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) having listed on the Namibia Stock Exchange (NSX) in November 2021 through its Initial Public Offering, many corporate governance changes were effected to comply with listed requirements.

February 14, 2023

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February 14, 2023

class="content__text" Convicted… Russian national Alexander Krylov was today convicted on 10 counts of rape and 10 counts of trafficking in persons plus supplying cigarettes to children under 18. His co-accused Anna Engelbrecht was convicted on three counts of rape and trafficking. The case was remanded to 22 February 2023 for pre-sentencing procedures. Their bail was canceled and they were remanded in custody. Photos: Roland Routh

February 14, 2023

class="content__text" WATCH! The First Couple shares their thoughts on Valentine's Day and their definition of love language. The couple sat down with New Era and discussed various issues including their 8th wedding anniversary which they will celebrate tomorrow. Read the full article in the New Era and watch the full video on our social media pages tomorrow.

February 14, 2023