Gala Dinner Raises N$200,000 for Nkurenkuru Expo

Gala Dinner Raises N$200,000 for Nkurenkuru Expo

A recent gala dinner held in support of the upcoming Nkurenkuru Expo generated over N$200,000 in funds. ReconAfrica, the primary sponsor, contributed N$100,000 towards the event. The Chief Executive Officer of the town council, Petrus Sindimba, announced an expansion in both entertainment and general stalls for this year's expo, encouraging exhibitors to participate. Dignitaries including Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Erastus Uutoni and Deputy Minister of Industrialisation and Trade […]

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Sport

Schlotterbeck first named to Germany’s Euro 2024 squad

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck was the first player revealed as part of Julian Nagelsmann's 26-man squad for Euro 2024, German media reported on Sunday. Football website Kicker, citing a source close to the German FA (DFB), reported that players will be unveiled individually before Thursday's official announcement in Berlin to reduce the risk of leaks through other channels. Schlotterbeck, 24, appeared twice for Germany at the World […]

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Sport

Zhang stuns Sagstrom to win Founders Cup

Rose Zhang produced a scintillating late rally to sweep past Madelene Sagstrom and claim her second professional title with victory at the LPGA Founders Cup in New Jersey on Sunday. The 20-year-old from California rattled off four birdies in her final five holes to card a six-under par 66 to finish on 24-under, two shots clear of Sweden's Sagstrom. In cool, overcast conditions at the Upper Montclair Country […]

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Sport

Magnificent McIlroy races away to victory at Quail Hollow

Rory McIlroy delivered a blistering back-nine performance as he powered to victory at the PGA Tour's Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow on Sunday with a final round six-under 65. McIlroy had begun the day a shot behind Xander Schauffele and trailed him by two strokes after the American made an eagle on the seventh. But from then on the world number two was sensational as he left […]

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Sport

Mbappe bids farewell to PSG fans with defeat in final home game

Kylian Mbappe scored on his final home appearance as a Paris Saint-Germain player on Sunday but the French champions suffered a surprise 3-1 defeat against Toulouse on the night they picked up the Ligue 1 championship trophy. Mbappe confirmed in a video posted on social media on Friday that he would be leaving PSG when his contract expires at the end of the season, ending a seven-year association […]

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World

New study suggests climate change could mean declining malaria risk

A new study led by the British University of Leeds predicts that the hot and dry conditions brought about by climate change will lead to an overall decrease in areas suitable for malaria transmission from 2025 onwards. Isaac Lukando bring us this report.

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South Africa

S.A Police minister Bheki Cele says an investigation into the George building collapse has started

S.A Police minister Bheki Cele says an investigation into the George building collapse has started and that the death toll has risen to 20 after three more bodies were recovered on Sunday. Thirty-two of the estimated 81 construction workers are still unaccounted for. Cele, who visited the site and addressed the worker's family members, says they have ten forensic teams present on the scene:

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Interview Transcripts

Understanding Household Debt: Insights from Josef Sheehama

In a recent conversation with financial expert Josef Sheehama, the pressing issue of household debt came to the forefront. As living expenses surge and financial pressures mount, households across Namibia find themselves grappling with a significant increase in debt burdens. Sheehama sheds light on the factors contributing to this trend and offers valuable insights into navigating the challenging financial landscape. Namibia's household debt has seen a staggering rise, with estimates […]

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Interview Transcripts

Ndumba Kamwanya on SWAPO Politicians’ Claims of Success: Balancing Truth and Politics

Ndumba Kamwanya offers valuable insights into the dynamics of political rhetoric in Namibia, particularly concerning the ruling party, SWAPO, and its claims of success. In a candid discussion, Kamwanya navigates the delicate balance between political posturing and genuine accountability, shedding light on the complexities of public perception and political messaging. Kamwanya acknowledges the inherent inclination of the ruling party to tout its achievements and downplay failures, a common strategy […]

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