… Communities lack access to drinking water amid political parties promising free water and global funding for projects “People have been suffering for years.” Clemence Hinanifa of the Otjimbingwe Farmers’ Association says the lack of water at his village has…
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Namibia launched tight import inspection controls to improve its capacity to detect and prevent substandard food products from entering the local market on Tuesday. The initiative, a collaboration between the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the Namibian Standards Institution…
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The Shotokan Karate Academy Swakopmund (JSKA Namibia) recently recognised the achievements of its karateka across all levels. From children to seasoned campaigners, the dojo has consistently showcased excellence at national and international events throughout the year. Sensei Valdemar Swart, the…
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A parliamentary standing committee has proposed the creation of a naval base at the Kunene River. The National Council standing committee on agriculture, environment and natural resources says this is to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. In a…
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Residents and businesses at Swakopmund are facing a water supply crisis due to a pipeline break in the Omdel-Swakopmund water supply system. This was announced by the Swakopmund Municipality on Wednesday.The disruption has left the town reliant on limited reserves…
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A boy (4) has died of a suspected snake bite at Otumue village near Uis.The boy, identified by the police as Joseph Ndumentu, was bitten while sleeping on Tuesday.Erongo police spokesperson chief inspector Ileni Shapumba says Joseph’s father reported that…
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Three dogs died and a woman was hospitalised after a swarm of bees launched an attack at Kramersdorp, Swakopmund, on Saturday. Several other people and pets were also injured during the attack. A woman who prefers not to be named…
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In Namibia’s townships, amid harsh realities, an unexpected heroine roams the streets – Donna Collins, a veteran journalist-turned-animal advocate. Collins has traded her notepad for dog food, blankets and medicine. She drives through the streets of Swakopmund’s Mondesa and DRC…
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Walvis Bay resident Robin Montgomery says he was acting in self-defence when he stabbed two women, causing the one’s death, in February last year. Testifying in his own defence in the Swakopmund Regional Court on Friday, Montgomery (59) recounted events…
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The construction of a N$60 million emergency response and traffic management centre at Arandis kicked off yesterday. The Arandis Emergency Response and Traffic Management Centre’s groundbreaking ceremony was held at the B2 highway entrance to the town. Erongo governor Neville…
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The Ministry of Health and Social Services on Thursday expressed concerns that alleged delays at Khorixas State Hospital could be seen as government neglect ahead of the elections. Ministry spokesperson Walters Kamaya has warned the public to remain vigilant about…
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The Municipality of Swakopmund launched the ‘Love Swakop? Leave No Litter’ campaign on Monday. The clean-up initiative is aimed at promoting environmental responsibility during the festive season, and kicked off yesterday. It will run until 31 December. The campaign comes…
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