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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Namibia

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Murder Case Opened as Woman Found Dead in Tsumeb With Gardener Arrested

The Namibian Police Force in the Oshikoto Region have initiated a murder case against a 23-year-old gardener accused of killing a 32-year-old woman in Tsumeb. The victim was discovered dead with a kitchen knife lodged in her side, and several items were reported missing from the house where the suspect worked. The incident occurred while the tenant was away, leaving the victim's one-month-old baby unattended. The suspect was apprehended at […]

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Tragic Drowning of 24-Year-Old Man in Kavango River

Mathias Lisovi, a 24-year-old man, drowned in the Kavango River at Siyena village in the Kavango West Region. The incident occurred around 6am on Wednesday, confirmed by Namibian Police Force Chief Inspector Raimbert Muronga. Lisovi was preparing to cross the river in a canoe with his mother when he slipped and fell into the water. Despite immediate search efforts by police and community members, he has not been located yet. […]

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Swapo Party Aims to Reclaim Two-Thirds Majority Lost in 2019 Elections

Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa of the ruling Swapo Party expressed the party's goal to regain the two-thirds majority it lost in the 2019 general elections. At a mini rally in Tuhingireni informal settlement, Shaningwa highlighted the historical support from the Kavango regions and emphasized the importance of mobilizing voters for the upcoming elections in June and November 2024. Additionally, she advocated for the revival of green schemes in Kavango East […]

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Katutura Residents Committee Member Shaun Gariseb Speaks Out on Latest City of Windhoek Update

In a recent development concerning the ongoing saga between the Katutura Residents Committee and the City of Windhoek, committee member Shaun Gariseb has stepped forward to shed light on the latest update. The situation, fraught with frustration and a lack of cooperation, has led the committee to consider legal action as their next course of action. Gariseb's statements, delivered with a sense of urgency and determination, underscore the gravity of […]

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NamWater Updates Central Namibia’s Water Crisis

NamWater, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture Water and Land Reform, recently provided an update on the water supply situation in Central Namibia. Esley Kandorozu, Acting Manager of Hydrology at NamWater, highlighted the dire conditions exacerbated by recurrent droughts and unpredictable rainfall patterns due to climate change. The Von Bach Dam, a critical water source, is operating at only 11.3% capacity, signaling a severe shortage in the region.  

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City of Windhoek Under Fire for Estimating Water Usage Despite Legislation Mandating Measurement

The City of Windhoek is facing criticism and a potential legal battle for its practice of estimating water usage instead of measuring actual consumption, a method deemed unfair and inequitable. Shaun Gariseb of the Katutura Residents Committee argues that this approach deviates from the intended use of water meters as outlined in Section 34 (1) (c) of the legislation.  

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Competition Commission Imposes Fine on Bank of Namibia Governor and Others for Unapproved Merger

The Namibian Competition Commission has fined Bank of Namibia Governor Johannes !Gawaxab, Ismael Gei-Khoibeb, and Gamma Investments CC for executing a merger without the necessary approval from the watchdog. According to NaCC's statement, !Gawaxab sold his stake in Gamma to Gei-Khoibeb on June 10, 2020, violating the Competition Act. Corporate Communications Practitioner at NaCC, Dina //Gowases.  

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University of Science and Technology Probes Sexual Harassment Claims Against Senior Academic

The Namibia University of Science and Technology is currently investigating allegations of sexual harassment against a senior lecturer. According to a source within the university's human resources office, reports from multiple students were received several months ago, with the most recent incident allegedly occurring last month. The lecturerwas reportedly escorted from campus by NUST security guards, carrying a mattress. John Haufiku, NUST's spokesperson, confirmed ongoing investigations adding that they cannot […]

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Capricorn Foundation invests N$1 million in youth employment initiative

In response to the high youth unemployment rate, the Capricorn Foundation has pledged to invest N$1 million in Bank Windhoek's Young Talent Programme. The funds are earmarked for The Capricorn Academy for School Leavers, a new initiative under Bank Windhoek's overarching Young Talent Programme. Here’s Marlize Horn, the bank’s Group Executive for Brand & Corporate Affairs.

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