New Era Newspaper

28/12/2025

Elected... Otjakapuuo peers group from Epukiro branch elected new leadership. Festus Vizaa Kavari is the chairperson, deputised by Gessey Tjonga as vice chairperson. Newman Korupanda is the secretary general. Rooi-Jan Tjituka is the new treasurer, while Seven Katjipuka retained the head of disciplinary position. Kavenandangi Tjomuho and Jeomba Pelele Kamahene were elected as spokesperson and head of social welfare of the peer group, respectively.

Photos: Zebaldt Ngaruka

28/12/2025

Meeting... Otjakapuuo peers from Epukiro branch are holding their congress at Ovinjuru settlement in the Omaheke region. The agenda includes the election of new leadership, as well as the financial and judiciary reports.
Video: Zebaldt Ngaruka

28/12/2025

Guinea decides… Four years after military leader Mamady Doumbouya seized power in a coup that toppled Guinea’s civilian government, voters are heading to the polls today. More than 6.7 million registered voters are choosing among nine presidential candidates, including Doumbouya, in the country’s first election since the 2021 military takeover.
Photo: Contributed

27/12/2025

Victory... Namibian olympian Phillip Seilder won the Pupkewitz Jetty Mile for a record-extending 12th time at Swakopmund today in a time of 19 minutes and 40 seconds. He described his swim as fast in ideal conditions and pledged to develop more open water swimmers through his events company, Team Flippy. Video: Adolf Kaure

27/12/2025

Kicked off… One of the biggest music festivals in Namibia, Sound of Summer, has returned to the coast with a bang, with the event kicking off today. Beach party lovers are starting to show up in large numbers at the event, which marks its 10th anniversary this year. The festival features performances of different local and international djs.
Video: Pricilla Mukokobi

27/12/2025

RIP... Retired nurse and veteran of the liberation struggle Aino Tulimevava Nanghonda was laid to rest today at her home village of Onamukulo in Ohangwena region. She died last week, aged 83. She is survived by her husband, children and grandchildren.
Video: Helvy Shaanika

24/12/2025

24/12/2025

ALERT: The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has warned tourists and visitors to Etosha National Park of the temporary closure of certain roads at Okaukuejo and Ombika due to unusually high amount of rainfall received in recent days.

(Report: Edward Tenete) NAMPA

24/12/2025

BREAKING NEWS | Former Member of Parliament Geoffrey Mwilima was released from prison today on remission.
Mwilima (70) had been incarcerated since August 1999 following his arrest in the aftermath of attacks by armed separatists in Katima Mulilo, part of the then-Caprivi region. He was found guilty and sentenced to 15 years in prison in 2015. Mwilima, who had five years remaining on his sentence, was released this morning based on good behaviour.
Photo: Contributed

23/12/2025

Honoured… Renowned fashion designer, television personality, entrepreneur and model Luis Munana was honoured last night as a fashion educator and mentor in Africa at the Abryanz Style & Fashion Awards (ASFAs) in Uganda. The awards honour top designers, creatives and cultural personalities across Africa. In November, he was named Brand Influencer of the Year under the Africa Best of the Year 2025 initiative by Ranks Africa. This recognition celebrates individuals and brands significantly shaping Africa’s growth narrative.
Photos: Contributed

22/12/2025

Scam alert… The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has issued an alert to taxpayers and the general public regarding the circulation of fraudulent messages and phone calls falsely claiming that the Agency is offering tax refunds. NamRA said it does not process tax refunds through other unofficial channels. The Agency further urged taxpayers to refrain from sharing personal or financial information with individuals claiming to represent NamRA.
Photo: NamRA

22/12/2025

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