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Namibia

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Namibia

Oshana Police Issue Warning on Traffic Light Ambushes: Stay Vigilant to Prevent Robberies

As the holiday season unfolds, the Namibian Police Force in Oshana Region is urging drivers to exercise heightened vigilance to thwart potential ambushes by robbers at traffic lights. Inspector Thomas Aiyambo, the Community Affairs Officer for Oshana, emphasized the need for public awareness concerning a rising trend in criminal activity during December.Aiyambo revealed that they have received multiple reports of criminals targeting or attempting to rob vehicle occupants while waiting […]

today12 January, 2024

Namibia

Ondangwa Town Council cleans up to mitigate flood risks

  Employees of the Ondangwa Town Council have started cleaning water channels and culverts in order to mitigate floods risks during the rainy season. Town council spokesperson Petrina Shitalangaho-Mutikisha told Nampa the exercise started in December and is ongoing. Areas in need of cleaning are identified through random inspections and reports from residents. “The water channels were created to channel the flow of water collected either from houses or from […]

today12 January, 2024

Namibia

Tragedy Strikes in Oshikoto Region: Fatal Stabbing and Newborn’s Death Shock Community

In a distressing turn of events in Oshigambo village, Oshikoto Region, a 55-year-old man met a tragic end after allegedly being stabbed by his 52-year-old brother on Thursday night. The incident, occurring around 8pm in the Otilindi location, unfolded following a confrontation over the brother's purported failure to provide transportation. According to regional commander Theopoline Kalompo-Nashikaku, the 52-year-old suspect trailed his brother after the disagreement and allegedly stabbed him once […]

today12 January, 2024

Namibia

Landless People’s Movement weighs in on government and accountability

A political system is one where both the government and the elected members of parliament are responsible to their constituents to the highest degree possible. On the broader canvas, voters must be able to influence the shape of the government by throwing out of office a party which has or individuals who have failed to deliver. This is according to an article published in a local daily in 2020 by […]

today12 January, 2024

Interview Transcripts

Rain Brings Hope to Kunene Region After Nine-Year Drought-Kunene Governor Marius Sheya

In a recent interview, Mr. Marius Sheya , Governor of the Kunene Region, shared positive news about the region finally receiving some rainfall after a prolonged nine-year drought. Acknowledging the significance of the recent rain Sheya expressed gratitude for the relief it brings to a region that has been grappling with the impacts of severe drought for nearly a decade. While the rainfall has not been consistent, it has reached […]

today12 January, 2024

Namibia

President Ramaphosa says South Africa should be recognised as a true champion of human rights

SA President Cyril Ramaphosa says his country should be recognised as a true champion of human rights. This is after South Africa presented its case against Israel at the International Court of Justice in The Hague in the Netherlands yesterday, accusing Israel of committing genocide against the Palestinians living in Gaza. Ramaphosa says the country’s legal team led by Justice minister Ronald Lamola presented sound arguments and he is so […]

today12 January, 2024

Namibia

NamPol Urges Vigilance on Back-to-School Scams

As the back-to-school shopping frenzy grips Namibian parents, the Namibian Police Force in the Oshana Region issues a warning about potential scammers preying on unsuspecting victims. Inspector Thomas Aiyambo, NamPol's Community Affairs Officer in Oshana, urges the public, especially parents and guardians, to remain vigilant and cautious when approached by individuals claiming to sell discounted school uniforms, particularly behind shopping centers. The advisory follows a surge in reports of scamming […]

today12 January, 2024

Namibia

Ethiopia’s quest for access to the sea: success rests on good relations with its neighbours

  By Bizuneh Yimenu, University of Birmingham and Robert McCabe, Coventry University On 1 January, Ethiopia and Somaliland signed a memorandum of understanding granting Addis Ababa direct access to the Gulf of Aden. This strategic agreement paves the way for Ethiopia to establish commercial and military bases along the coast. Under the agreement, Somaliland will lease 20km of coastal land to Ethiopia for 50 years. Ethiopia commits to offering Somaliland […]

today12 January, 2024

Namibia

Wheelchair cyclists aiming for world champs this year

  Wheelchair cyclists Roodley Gowaseb and Nico Kharaxub are aiming to compete in multiple competitions and earn qualification spots for the upcoming Kobe International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Athletics Grand Prix in 2024. Kobe, Japan, will host the 11th edition of the Para Athletics World Championships from 17 to 25 May 2024, with over 1 000 athletes from more than 100 nations set to compete in 171 medal events. Gowaseb however […]

today12 January, 2024