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

Namibia

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Oluno Correctional Facility releases 11 first-time offenders

  Eleven inmates were released from the Oluno Correctional Facility on Wednesday, following the Community Advisory Council’s (CAC) decision to assist first-time offenders with sentences ranging from six to three months or fines not exceeding N.dollars 1 000. CAC Chairperson Chika Sitambi said the aim was to offer those with small fines a chance to improve their lives. Sitambi indicated that 11 inmates were identified, and funds were provided by […]

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16-year-old commits suicide at Katima Mulilo

A 16-year-old boy allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself at the Mafuta Mafuta compound in the Zambezi Region on Tuesday. This was confirmed by the Namibian Police Force’s Zambezi spokesperson, Inspector Kisco Sitali, who said the deceased allegedly hanged himself with a rope in the house. The deceased was identified as Makili Hendrik Shombe. No suicide note was found and no foul play is suspected.

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BoN and NamRA succesfully launch the country’s inaugural Trade Verification System to monitor cross-border transactions

The Bank of Namibia, in collaboration with the Namibia Revenue Agency, has introduced Namibia's inaugural Trade Verification System to oversee cross-border transactions. This initiative is geared towards curbing illegal capital outflows and advancing financial transparency within the country. Steven Ndorokaze, spokesperson for NamRA, shared insights into this crucial initiative.

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Concessional loan agreement signed between Finance and Public Enterprises ministry and KfW Development Bank

The Finance and Public Enterprises Ministry, alongside KfW Development Bank, have formalized an agreement for a concessional loan dedicated to funding the rehabilitation and expansion of the Gammams and Otjomuise Wastewater Treatment Plants. This project's primary goal is to enhance the current wastewater treatment capabilities and bolster Windhoek's potable water supply. Local economist Klaus Schade has provided insights on this significant development.

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Khomas regional governor issued a call for Namibian men to actively engage in initiatives focused on addressing gender-based violence

Khomas regional governor, Laura McLeod-Katjirua, has emphasized the importance of male involvement in initiatives targeting behavioral challenges and addressing gender-based violence in Namibia. She was speaking on the occasion of this year's International Human Rights Day. Governor Marius Sheya of the Kunene region echoed similar sentiments.

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Ministry officials inspect SIM card registration points in Windhoek

Executive Director of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, Dr Audrin Mathe, and representatives from the Communication Regulatory Authority today visited SIM card registration points at Black Chain Mall in Katutura and Telecom Namibia’s mobile shop in the central business district in Windhoek. Here is the Ministry's spokesperson, Shoki Kandjimi.

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Namibia ranks 6th globally in alcohol consumption, surpasses South Africa

The latest World Health Organization global status report on alcohol and health shows that Namibia, Afghanistan, the Maldives, and Eswatini have a higher average daily intake than South Africa, with the list topped by Tunisia. Meanwhile, the global prevalence of alcohol dependence is at 2.4 percent, with a legal drinking age average of 18 years worldwide. According to the WHO, overall, 5.1% of the global burden of disease and injury […]

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