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Mines ministry mum on Namdia heist

The Ministry of Mines and Energy is tight-lipped regarding an armed robbery at the Namib Desert Diamonds (Namdia) premises in Windhoek on Saturday. Deputy mines minister Kornelia Shilunga, when approached by The Namibian to discuss the impact of the heist…

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Police commissioner injured in Namdia heist

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Rehoboth gets new school

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Private-public sector investments needed to lower electricity costs

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ACC receives N$20 million grant to fight corruption

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Trustco investigates Max Endjala’s role in Namdia robbery

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Court puts IPC’s National Assembly election challenge on hold

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Tsam promises entertainment galore at Swakopmund

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