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Common-sense must prevail, Ngurare tells EDs

Prime minister Elijah Ngurare has called on executive directors (EDs) of various government ministries to think outside the box and prioritise implementation of government projects. Addressing officials in Windhoek on Wednesday, Ngurare said while theories are important, EDs must be…

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Economists warn of ripple effects from US-China tariff war

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Prime minister addresses senior government officials

Prime minister Tjitunga Ngurare on 10 April outlined his vision for public service, emphasising accountability, service delivery and unity, while urging executive directors to implement government programmes effectively and address procurement concerns. Ladies and Gentlemen. Good morning,I am happy to…

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‘Charity case’ Amushelelo says he might change his ways

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Third Namdia gem-theft accused appears in court

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Cabinet forces ex-Meatco CEO’s return

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Zambezi records 4 malaria deaths in one week

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Tainted ministers: President’s ‘informal vetting’ backfires

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah opted not to involve the Namibia Central Intelligence Service (NCIS) or the police before appointing her Cabinet. She mostly relied on an informal vetting process, and now faces criticism for appointing tainted politicians. Swapo’s defence department, typically…

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RedForce to collect N$48m for TransNamib

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German parties agree to form government

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President Nandi-Ndaitwah urges staff to embody a shared vision

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