insert_link Sport Top volleyball tourney invades the coast On Saturday, 30 until Sunday, 31 March 2024, the Namibian Volleyball Federation (NVF) will host the eagerly awaited Bank Windhoek-NVF Doc Tournament at the Dome in Swakopmund. This year marks a significant milestone as NVF celebrates four decades of exhilarating volleyball action and camaraderie at the Doc Tournament. With the steadfast support of its partner, Bank Windhoek, NVF is proud to continue this tradition of excellence and sportsmanship. […] todayMarch 26, 2024 19
insert_link Namibia Persistent Withdrawal of Gender-Based Violence Cases Raises Alarm for Namibian Police Chief Inspector Ileni Shapumba, the Unit Commander for Community Policing in Erongo, Namibia, expresses deep concern over the ongoing trend of complainants withdrawing gender-based violence cases. Despite repeated police advisories that such cases should only be withdrawn in court, Shapumba highlights the disconcerting occurrence. The worry intensifies as two repeat offenders, previously involved in murder and attempted murder cases in Okombahe and Swakopmund, are reportedly released from custody following the […] todayMarch 4, 2024 10
insert_link Environment Swakopmund residents protest radioactive facility plans Swakopmund residents are outraged over plans for a radioactive material storage and handling facility in the coastal town’s industrial area. According to residents, the facility, if approved by the town council, puts the lives of residents at risk, as toxic matter will be stored near their homes. We contacted former Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr. Bernard Haufiku for his take. todayFebruary 28, 2024 45
insert_link 3 Namibia Swakopmund Psychological Counselor Reflects on Emotional Impact of Late President’s Burial In the aftermath of the burial ceremony for the late President Hage G. Geingob over the past weekend, a pervasive sense of sadness and somberness enveloped the city. Shedding light on the psychological impact of this national farewell, Marcella Katjijova, a Psychological Counselor based in the coastal town of Swakopmund, shares her insights and observations from the event. todayFebruary 27, 2024 2 3
insert_link Namibia Geingob was more than a boss: Itope “As a governor, I benefitted so much from his council and impeccable knowledge as he was not only my boss, he was my father, my comrade, friend and my confidant.” These were the words of Erongo Governor Neville Andre Itope as he described the late President Hage Geingob during a regional memorial service held at Swakopmund on Thursday. Itope was one of the youngest governors appointed by the late President […] todayFebruary 23, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Hendrik Gaobaeb elected president of United Democratic Front Sesfontein constituency councilor and Kunene Regional Council chairperson Hendrik Gaobaeb has secured victory to become the new president of the United Democratic Front. He was elected at the party’s elective congress at Swakopmund. Gaobaeb clinched the presidency with 127 votes, surpassing former president Apius !Auchab, who received 77 votes, and vice president Dudu Murorua, who garnered 54 votes. Social Commentator Lee Garises. todayJanuary 22, 2024 18
insert_link Namibia BREAKING NEWS: A dismembered unborn child was found in a waste container in the Tulinawa region of Swakopmund A dismembered unborn child was found in a waste container in the Tulinawa area of Swakopmund last Friday.The discovery was made by a passerby who was examining the contents of the container. Erongo police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Anastasia Frans, shared in response to an inquiry from The Namibian that the fetus, believed to be approximately four to five months old, was discovered in an advanced state of decomposition. It was […] todayJanuary 14, 2024 114
insert_link 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 […] todayJanuary 12, 2024 6
insert_link Local Chess improves players cognitive function Chess players who participated in the recently concluded Bank Windhoek Kehat Beukes Legacy tournament hosted in Swakopmund said that the game helps build confidence and develop problem-solving skills and is an educational tool. The winner of the open tournament, Zhemba Jemusse said that chess is like any other subject in school. “When we play chess, we are quiet so that we can concentrate on communicating with the pieces. When […] todayDecember 20, 2023 5
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
