Uutoni irked by disputes in some traditional authorities

Minister of Urban and Rural Development Erastus Uutoni said he was disturbed by disputes within some of the traditional communities that has ‘really’ reached an alarming rate. Uutoni made the remarks during the officially inaugurated the |Gaio-Daman Traditional Authority Head Office and Ernst Taguri Gurirab Community Hall at Anker in the Kunene Region on Saturday. He reminded traditional authorities that disputes not solved on time result in conflicts which are […]

November 27, 2023 11

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Omaheke farmers oppose bail for ‘notorious’ stock theft accused

Several farmers in the Omaheke Region on Thursday took to the streets of Gobabis, opposing bail to individuals forming part of an alleged stock theft ‘syndicate’. The concerned farmers, along with the Community Against Stock Theft Organisation, delivered a petition to the public prosecutor’s office, objecting the granting of bail to the accused citing the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1978, sections 436 and 437. Accused Silver Samuel Nakanyala, Paulus Gun-Gun […]

November 27, 2023 23

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Geingob notes international violence elimination day against women

President Hage Geingob on Saturday joined Namibians and the rest of the world in commemorating the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. In a statement issued by the Presidency, Geingob noted that Namibia has made significant progress in addressing violence against women and girls through the Combating of Domestic Violence Act and the Affirmative Action Act. “These laws aim to protect victims, promote gender equality and ensure […]

November 27, 2023 14

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Police report three suicides involving men over the weekend

A 22-year-old man allegedly committed suicide at Omungwelume village in the Engela Constituency on Friday. His body was found hanging inside a building with a rope around the neck, the Namibian Police Force said in a crime report issued on Sunday. The deceased allegedly also attempted to hang himself two months ago. The motive behind his action is unknown. No suicide note was left behind and investigations are ongoing.

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Nedbank fuels scientific education with N$450,000 donation to UNAM / AMT mobile planetarium

Addressing educational disparities in Namibia, particularly in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), Nedbank Namibia has made a substantial contribution of four hundred and fifty thousand Namibia dollars (N$450,000) to the University of Namibia (UNAM) / AMT Mobile Planetarium. The handover ceremony took place at the UNAM premises on 23 November 2023. The initiative aims to enhance the accessibility and quality of science education, especially in remote […]

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Nedbank backs the Blush Foundation’s fight against period equality through the Nedbank desert dash

In the coastal town of Swakopmund, a team of determined individuals are gearing up for a challenge that stretches well beyond the typical test of endurance—the annual Nedbank Desert Dash. These are the members representing the Blush Foundation team, a group of social cyclists united by their zeal for cycling and by a cause: the eradication of period poverty within the bounds of Namibia. Across Namibia, countless young girls are […]

November 27, 2023 13

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Rani Group avails 70 bursaries for distribution in 14 regions

The Rani Group has put aside N$1.4 million for 70 bursaries as part of educating a Namibian child. Company Managing Director Ali Dharani said they believe in building the community, hence their handover of scholarships for students from all the 14 regions. Dharani said they believe the biggest investment a person can ever make is by investing in the education of a child. The 70 bursaries will be distributed to […]

November 27, 2023 62

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SA’s Transport minister says there will be zero tolerance for those who disregard the rules of the road

SA's Transport minister Sindisiwe Chikunga says there will be zero tolerance for those who disregard the rules of the road during this festive season. She officially launched the 2023/2024 Festive Season Road Safety Campaign in Tsakane on Gauteng’s East Rand yesterday. The focus of this year’s campaign is on the impact of alcohol on road user behaviour and its contribution to the carnage. Chikunga has issued a stern warning to […]

November 27, 2023 16

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National Housing Enterprise Board Chairperson urges local authorities for support on land

The National Housing Enterprise Board Chairperson Toska Sem urged local authorities to support them by allocating affordable land to allow them to address the housing backlog in the country. She said that during the handing over of over 140 houses in Omuthiya, Ondangwa and Okahao.

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