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Former ombudsman calls for law enforcement training on human rights

By: Selma Taapopi Former ombudsman John Walters says there is a need for adequate human rights training for law enforcement officers. Walters' comments come after a Nust study states that 185 out of every 100,000 people in prison have not been tried. The report found out that the prosecution office returned more than 199 police dockets from the Wanaheda, Katutura, and Otjomuise police stations for the immediate release of the […]

January 28, 2025 17

Health / Medical

Malaria kills 28, leaves 840 in hospitals

Malaria has killed 28 people in Namibia since January 19, 2025 The health ministry says 840 others were admitted to hospitals. During the same period, the ministry confirmed 5,898 malaria cases. Health ministry executive director Ben Nangombe said malaria outbreaks exist in 20 of 26 malaria-endemic districts. Half of Namibia's population lives in malaria-endemic areas such as the Kavango, Kunene, Ohangwena, Oshana, Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, Omusati, and Zambezi regions. According […]

January 25, 2025 25

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Namibia

The Red Line Debate: Economic Risks of Removing Namibia’s Veterinary Cordon Fence

By Brian Black Namibia’s Veterinary Cordon Fence, commonly known as the “Red Line,” has been the subject of intense debate in recent years. While critics argue that the Red Line perpetuates inequality and limits access to lucrative markets for communal farmers north of the fence, its removal could pose significant economic risks for the country. To understand the implications, it is essential to consider the purpose of the Red Line. […]

January 25, 2025 92 6

Court

Red line defendants suggest retention while others suggest gradual move

By: Ellen Shihepo The first four defendants in the ongoing red line case—the ministry of agriculture, government, the attorney general, and veterinary officer, Hango Nambinga—are against removing the red line and suggest that the lives of the northern citizens should be improved. The fifth defendant, Meat Board, suggested gradually moving the red line. During his re-examination, activist Job Amupanda said the government protects settlers or white farmers who own 85% […]

January 24, 2025 23

Local

Namcor and partners make progress in Orange Basin

By Hertha Ekandjo The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) has reported significant progress at Block 2913B (PEL 56) in the Orange Basin. PEL 56 is a joint venture (JV) between TotalEnergies (50.5%, Operator), QatarEnergy (30%), Impact Oil and Gas Namibia (Pty) Ltd (9.5%), and NAMCOR (10%). The partners are conducting extensive post-well studies, analyzing cores, logging data, and fluid samples acquired from the Venus wells. These studies will continue […]

January 24, 2025 28

Local

Finance minister says greed drove Namdia robbers

By: Selma Ikela Finance Minister Ipumbu Shiimi said those who murdered Namdia's senior protection officer, Francis 'Gosh' Eiseb, (57), during an armed robbery were driven by greed. Shiimi said the robbers did not commit the crime because they were hungry or needed food to eat. Eiseb was discovered dead in the company’s storeroom on Saturday with a bullet wound to his head. His hands and feet were tied, and his […]

January 24, 2025 39

Namibia

Attorney General’s Office faces challenges in fulfilling its mandate

Attorney General Festus Mbandeka says there has been a rise in legal disputes, which may reflect growing community tensions and increased public awareness of legal rights. By: Envaalde Matheus The Attorney General's Office faces resource constraints, both financial and human, that are affecting its ability to operate at full capacity. Attorney General Festus Mbandeka says there has been a rise in legal disputes, which may reflect growing community tensions and […]

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