insert_link Namibia LAC Launches Paralegal Training for San Communities in Omaheke Region The Legal Assistance Centre , supported by the European Union, has launched a five-day paralegal training programme aimed at empowering San communities in the country. It has kicked off in Omaheke's Gobabis and Vergenoeg, the initiative seeks to enhance legal capacity and promote community safety. Focused on community policing strategies, the training will draw from the successful experiences of the Vergenoeg San community, strengthening access to justice for marginalized […] todayNovember 20, 2024 37
insert_link Local LAC Project Through EU Funding Promotes and Protects the Rights of Marginalized San Communities VERGENOEG/GOBABIS, OMAHEKE REGION – The Legal Assistance Centre (LAC), with support from the European Union (EU), is proud to announce the commencement of a five-day field-based paralegal training programme aimed at empowering San communities across Namibia through legal capacity building and promoting community safety. This training, scheduled for November 19–23, 2024, in Gobabis and Vergenoeg in the Omaheke Region, is part of a series of interventions coordinated by LAC to […] todayNovember 20, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia NamPol Reports Epako Suicide and Otavi Illicit Goods Seizure On Friday, in Gobabis at Kanaan B location, a tragic incident occurred where 36-year-old Tjipekapora Nguvauva reportedly took his own life. No suicide note was found, and police investigations are ongoing. Later that morning in Otavi, a 35-year-old man was apprehended for possessing 50 packs of illicit cigarettes valued at N$10,000. He is expected to appear in court on today. todayNovember 4, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Gobabis court fire raises safety concerns The Magistrates and Judges Association of Namibia has voiced serious concerns regarding the safety and security of judicial officers after an alarming arson attack on the Gobabis Magistrate’s Court. This incident, which occurred on 1 October 2024, involved an unknown individual setting fire to the public prosecutor’s office. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the fire resulted in significant damage to the office, highlighting the vulnerability of judicial facilities. In […] todayOctober 3, 2024 30
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Gobabis Community to Stage Mass Demonstration Against Municipal Injustices The Gobabis community is set to stage a mass protest, driven by longstanding grievances over social and economic injustices perpetuated by the local municipality. The protest, spearheaded by Veronia Mokaleng-Kuzeeko, a regional activist, will see community members gather to demand accountability and improved services from the Gobabis municipality. During a conversation, the activist outlined the issues prompting the demonstration. "The water infrastructure in Gobabis is severely compromised, with regular […] todayAugust 29, 2024 69
insert_link Namibia NamPol Investigates Nearly N$1 Million Internet Fraud in Gobabis The Namibian Police Force in Gobabis, Omaheke Region, is investigating a fraud and theft case after a man lost nearly N$1 million to internet fraud on Friday. The victim received a text message from an unknown number claiming he had purchased bitcoin. The suspect then called the victim, pretending to be a Bank Windhoek fraud official, and claimed the victim's account was under suspicion. During the call, the suspect convinced […] todayAugust 13, 2024 23
insert_link Oshiwambo Aaninga yomofaalama mboka ya dhipaga omugandji gwiilonga mo 2018 otaya tameke oku tamanekwa ongula Aanilonga yaali yomofalama taya pewa ombedhi okudhipaga omugandji gwawo gwiilonga mo 2018 oya holoka paufupi mompangu yopombanda ya Windhoek nena,opo etamaneko lyawo li tameke. Aafekelwa:35-Bernadus Afrikaner na Salatiel Unaeb, 47, oya holoka komeho gomutamaneki Naomi Shivute,ngoka eya tseyithile kutya oshipotha shawo otashi tameke ongula. Noya taalela iipotha 11 mwa kwatelwa edhipago,ekwatonkonga,omuyeka kwa homatiwa ,omulilo ,oku kala niilwitho shaali paveta,okuya uuyuki moshipala,noku dhenga paku mbandameka. Epangelo olyati alumentu yali oya dhipaga […] todayJuly 22, 2024 15
insert_link Local Gobabis and Rundu chess open tournaments conclude In separate chess tournaments held over the weekend on Saturday, 25 May, players participated in the Bank Windhoek 2024 Gobabis and Rundu Open Tournaments. The two events, facilitated by the Namibia Chess Federation (NCF) and supported by Bank Windhoek, took place in Gobabis and Rundu. Seventy-one participants competed in chess battles to prove their skill and excellence. With a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers, […] todayMay 29, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Landless People’s Movement Activist Leads Occupation of Farm Witsand in Omaheke Lesley Pienaar, an activist affiliated with the Landless People's Movement in Gobabis, spearheaded a land occupation at farm Witsand in the Omaheke region. This action has drawn attention to the ongoing issue of farmland occupation in the area. Pienaar criticizes the government for its failure to honor promises of resettlement and points out inconsistencies in its handling of land-related matters, including the occupation of land by Namibian expatriates returning from […] todayApril 8, 2024 21