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

Namibia

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Seven convicted for Caprivi secession attempt

Seven men convicted in Namibia’s longest-running Caprivi treason trial were sentenced to prison terms of five to 16 years on Monday for attempting to secede from the Zambezi region. The trial involved 132 people charged with 278 offenses, including high treason and murder, related to the Caprivi conflict between 1992 and 2002. A local newspaper reported that the men had already been in custody for more than 20 years.

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SWAPO commits to women empowerment

SWAPO Party Women's Council Secretary, Fransina Kahungu, maintains that the ruling party has made progress in turning women's empowerment into a tangible reality. She adds that the party has proven the critics who doubted its 50/50 gender policy wrong.   

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FlySafair launches Cape Town-Windhoek route

South African Civil Aviation Excellence Award winner, FlySafair is set to introduce a new twice-weekly service between Cape Town International Airport in South Africa and Hosea Kutako International Airport, starting on 22 October 2024. Namibia Airports Company Marketing Officer, Dan Kamati has the details.     In addition to FlySafair’s new service, South African Airways is increasing its frequency between Johannesburg and Windhoek. Kamati weighs in on the positive impact […]

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INTERVIEW: Rinaani Musutua Calls for Universal Basic Income Grant Amid UN Report on Extreme Poverty

  Prominent social activist Rinaani Musutua has strongly criticized the Namibian government's decision to extend the Harambe grant, which provides a conditional N$600 monthly allowance to select recipients. Musutua argues that this approach mirrors the failed food bank concept, as highlighted by the Auditor General, due to difficulties in identifying intended beneficiaries. Musutua emphasized that the extension, which excludes communities like Huachanas, will lead to an administrative burden, high costs, […]

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INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Ndumba Kamwanya on Gerrit Witbooi’s Return to SWAPO from the Landless People’s Movement

  In recent weeks, political dynamics in Namibia have been stirred by Gerrit Witbooi's decision to rejoin the SWAPO Party after his tenure with the Landless People's Movement (LPM). This move has sparked discussions among political analysts, including Ndumba Kamwanya, who offers an insightful perspective on the implications of such political shifts. Kamwanya emphasizes that the wave of individuals returning to SWAPO signals more than just a change in allegiance; […]

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INTERVIEW: Linda Baumann on LGBTQIA+ Rights and Health in Namibia

  In a recent interview, human rights activist Linda Baumann discussed the pressing issues surrounding LGBTQIA+ rights and health in Namibia, emphasizing the unique challenges faced by gay men and transgender individuals. Her insights shed light on the need for increased awareness and better service provision in the healthcare sector for these communities. Challenges in Health Access Linda highlighted the discomforts that homosexual men experience, particularly concerning anal health issues, […]

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/Khomanin Community Raises Concerns Over Land Disputes and Leadership Failures

The /Khomanin community expressed deep concerns over ongoing land disputes and leadership failures within their Traditional Authority. They highlighted issues surrounding the clearing of ancestral lands by farmer John Cuff, who allegedly suppressed the community's rights. The community accused Chief Juliene Gawanas of sabotaging efforts to secure their ancestral land, emphasizing the need for solidarity and restorative justice. The team under Shaun Gariseb says, they are calling for a demonstration […]

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Electoral Commission Takes Action on Political Party Deregistrations Amid Court Rulings

On June 17, the Electoral Commission of Namibia announced the deregistration of the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters and the Christian Democratic Voice Party  for failing to submit their audited Annual Financial Statements and publish abridged forms as required. However, a High Court ruling on September 5 reinstated NEFF, while the CDV faced a similar fate. Following a special meeting on October 7, the Commission initiated a self-review application in the […]

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