insert_link Namibia Transforming Lives through Safe Water Transportation in Otjiwarongo: The Hippo Roller Initiative Ignatius Davids, a prominent figure in Otjiwarongo, has spearheaded a transformative project that is altering lives in informal settlements. Aimed at resolving the significant challenge of safe and effortless water transportation, the Hippo Roller Initiative is revolutionizing the daily lives of communities in Otjiwarongo. In informal settlements across Otjiwarongo, alongside the issue of electricity, the arduous task of transporting water from communal taps has been a persistent struggle. The conventional […] todayJanuary 8, 2024 111
insert_link Namibia Hippo Rollers project aids informal settlers in Otjiwarongo An Otjiwarongo resident has introduced a method to aid individuals living in informal settlements with water transportation. Ignatius Dawids, the pioneer of the Hippo Roller project, discussed this initiative with Future Media News, highlighting its expansion to towns like Otavi and Otjiwarongo. todayJanuary 8, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia Blood Transfusion Services of Namibia reiterates the importance of donations Namibians are once again encouraged to support blood donation efforts nationwide. Titus Shivute from NamBTS shared insights on the current situation as the festive season approaches its end. todayJanuary 8, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia Education ministry opened 16 new schools The Education ministry has taken steps to tackle the issue of limited space during the academic year by inaugurating 16 new schools. Sanet Steenkamp, the executive director of the education ministry, highlighted this initiative, mentioning that it's on a smaller scale. Steenkamp also noted the provision of over 700 teaching positions to all regional directors. Additionally, the ED provided further details on the impending release of the Ordinary and Advanced […] todayJanuary 8, 2024 40
insert_link 3 Namibia A five per cent increase in road accidents and two per cent increase in road-related injuries were recorded nationwide A five per cent increase in road accidents and two per cent increase in road-related injuries were recorded between 07 November 2023 and 01 January 2024, Namibian Police Force Inspector-General, Lieutenant-General Joseph Shikongo, has said. Shikongo was speaking at the Oshiko roadblock in Ongwediva on Thursday, comparing road crash statistics for 2023/24 with that of the same period in 2022/23. Psychological Counsellor Marcella Katjijova offers her view on safety. todayJanuary 8, 2024 31 3
insert_link Namibia Two separate incidents of fatal stabbing were reported in the Omusati Region Two separate incidents of fatal stabbing were reported in the Omusati Region yesterday, as confirmed by Inspector Anna Kunga, Community Affairs Officer of the Namibian Police Force. In the first incident, Shiimi Onesmus, a 40-year-old resident of Akaonde village in the Onesi Constituency, was allegedly fatally stabbed at the Okapanda shebeen. The perpetrator, identified as an Angolan national, reportedly fled the scene and remains at large. The incident occurred following […] todayJanuary 8, 2024 3
insert_link Namibia Namibian Police Force Oshikoto Region Commander appealed to private companies for food donations Namibian Police Force Oshikoto Region Commander, Commissioner Theopoline Kalompo-Nashikaku, appealed to private companies for food donations during the festive season. At Omuthiya on Wednesday, she received a food donation from Helena Nekomba, owner of Okaale Complex, encouraging other companies to follow suit. Kalompo-Nashikaku highlighted the 11 teams actively stationed in the bush to prevent theft and illicit item smuggling in or through Oshikoto. She mentioned that officers have brought their […] todayDecember 22, 2023 113
insert_link Namibia Cryptocurrency suspects granted bail In the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court, bail of N$20,000 was granted to each of the five individuals implicated in an alleged cryptocurrency scheme. Tango Muulyau and Carlos Alejandro are among those allegedly involved in a cryptocurrency scam, accused of recruiting young Namibians. They face charges alongside Fan Jia and Toivo Herman, whose bail applications were denied. The arrests of this group took place on 3rd October 2023 in Windhoek. Initially, over […] todayDecember 22, 2023 27
insert_link Namibia Labour Commissioner raises concern about trade unions’ annual returns The Office of the Labour Commissioner has raised concern about limited annual returns by registered trade unions, saying out of 47 registered unions, only 12 have submitted their annual returns. Similarly, only three out of 17 employers’ organisations have submitted their returns, the Office of the Labour Commissioner said in a statement on Thursday. It said some of the trade unions and employers’ organisations that submitted returns provided […] todayDecember 22, 2023 6