insert_link Namibia In a legal twist, Dippenaar defense wants delay in sentencing The pre-sentencing involving Jandre Dippenaar which was supposed to be heard in court today has been postponed to the 20th until the 22nd of August 2024. The decision comes as magistrate Gaynor Poulton ruled that the accused apply for representation of his choice after his initial legal senior council (lawyer) Louis Botes died during the trial, for Dippenaar to undergo a psychological evaluation and to have witnesses present. Additionally, bail was […] todayJune 25, 2024 16
insert_link Environment Maritime rangers discover whale carcass north of Swakopmund Captain Sean Naude, Head of the Namibian Maritime Rangers, lifeguard, and marine life rescue services has confirmed the discovery of a whale carcass floating 30 kilometers north of Swakopmund by Wlotkasbaken on Monday. The whale carcass, believed to have been hit by a ship, was found during the team's search efforts for a missing pastor who disappeared nine days ago. The discovery, according to Naude was immediately reported to the […] todayJune 17, 2024 38
insert_link Local The Nedbank Kapana Cook – Off kicks off in Ongwediva this weekend. Nedbank Namibia is thrilled to announce that the first preliminary round of the 2024 Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off Competition will take place at the Spar Super Market in Ongwediva on Saturday, June 15. The competition which launched in Windhoek in May, is dedicated to celebrating Namibia's rich culinary heritage and foster business opportunities within the small and medium segment of the market. “We are incredibly excited to host […] todayJune 14, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay joins youth climate action fund Walvis Bay will join 38 other local authorities in partnering with the US-based Johns Hopkins University's new Youth Climate Action Fund. The city will receive close to N$1 million to support youth-led climate action initiatives. Mayor Trevino Forbes says the funding will advance community goals, such as meeting de-carbonisation commitments and reducing consumption-based emissions. todayMay 13, 2024 50
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia bets on Africa’s green hydrogen with US$267M export harbour By Seth Onyango, bird story agency Namibia is gearing up its logistics infrastructure to handle future shipments of green hydrogen, with a planned US$267 million hydrogen harbour at the port of Walvis Bay, according to the country's port authority, Namport. Port of Antwerp Bruges will build the facility over the next three years, billed as a hub for shipping hydrogen and its byproducts to energy-hungry markets in […] todayMay 6, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia MVA Fund offers support and medical care after fatal Kuiseb road accident The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund has extended its condolences to the families affected by the tragic crash that occurred on the Kuiseb river road between Walvis Bay and the Kuiseb Pass on Wednesday resulting in the death of 2 people and injuries to many more. In a statement, the Fund says the injured will receive the appropriate medical care and attention they need. The MVA Fund further says they are […] todayApril 25, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Accident reported on C14 road to Sossusvlei An accident has been reported on the C14 which is from Walvis Bay to the South Solitaire in Sossusvlei on Wednesday, 24 April 2024. We reached out to the head of community policing in the Erongo region, warrant officer Ileni Shapumba for an update. Sheriff with the Namibian Marshall Rangers, Sean Naude gives a detailed report of the impact the accident has had. Naude says more than 20 people […] todayApril 24, 2024 105
insert_link Local Unlocking mathematical skills in the coast The second round of the Bank Windhoek Coastal Maths Challenge concluded at Namib High School on Thursday, 18 April 2024, in Swakopmund. Facilitated by Orison Educational Services and supported by Bank Windhoek, the Coastal Maths Challenge observed a team of 12 learners from grades eight, nine, and ten who participated, with ten coastal schools represented. Private School Swakopmund (PSS) was awarded the best-performing school. Marlene Keding, a […] todayApril 23, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Walvis Bay taxi drivers go on strike Walvis Bay’s taxi operators staged a protest against potholes and exorbitant traffic fines in the town on Tuesday. The group intends to deliver a petition to the municipality on Wednesday. The protest was sparked by the municipality's failure to address their concerns after receiving two petitions in 2023. Here is Walvis Bay Mayor, Trevino Forbes. todayMarch 13, 2024 13
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.
