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TRAGIC INCIDENT:  The Namibian Police in the Erongo region are investigating the death of Kevin Kelly Gonteb, 40, whose ...
22/12/2024

TRAGIC INCIDENT: The Namibian Police in the Erongo region are investigating the death of Kevin Kelly Gonteb, 40, whose body was found on John ya Otto Street, Swakopmund, on Sunday, 22 December, between 02h00 and 03h00. Preliminary investigations suggest a hit-and-run incident. Anyone with information about the fatal incident is urged to contact the Namibia police on 081 321 4978 or 081 203 1808.

Reporter: Hertta-Maria Amutenja

CULTURAL HUSTLE: Tupahukeni Cultural Dancing Group brought vibrancy to a wedding in Rundu today. According to Wilhermine...
21/12/2024

CULTURAL HUSTLE: Tupahukeni Cultural Dancing Group brought vibrancy to a wedding in Rundu today. According to Wilhermine Ndjandji, the group of students also performs at corporate events, using their earnings to cover school expenses. Their rates range from N$1700 to N$2500 per event.
PHOTO: Ester Mbathera

CHANGE OF COMMAND:  The Namibian Navy is set to announce a third command change on Monday. The current Namibian Navy chi...
21/12/2024

CHANGE OF COMMAND: The Namibian Navy is set to announce a third command change on Monday. The current Namibian Navy chief, Rear Admiral Alweendo Amungulu, will be stepping down after being in command for the past four years.

Report: Martin Endjala

UNCHANGED: The Mines and Energy ministry has announced that both Petrol and Diesel prices will remain unchanged for Janu...
20/12/2024

UNCHANGED: The Mines and Energy ministry has announced that both Petrol and Diesel prices will remain unchanged for January next year, meaning that Petrol in Walvis Bay will remain at N$20.25 per litre, while Diesel remains at N$19. 82.

Report: Allexer Namundjembo

CLARIFICATION: Namibia Water Corporation Ltd has clarified that the Ogongo-Oshakati water pipeline replacement project f...
20/12/2024

CLARIFICATION: Namibia Water Corporation Ltd has clarified that the Ogongo-Oshakati water pipeline replacement project followed an Open International Bidding process, as required by its agreement with KfW Development Bank. While international bidding was necessary for compliance, contractors have committed to using local labor and subcontractors. The N$236.8 million project, spanning 53 kilometers, is awarded to a mix of Chinese and Namibian companies.

Report: Allexer Namundjembo

Namibian service station owners have expressed concerns about the financial strain posed by the new minimum wage legisla...
20/12/2024

Namibian service station owners have expressed concerns about the financial strain posed by the new minimum wage legislation, set to take effect on 1 January 2025, warning that widespread retrenchments are imminent unless urgent action is taken.

Fuel and Franchise Association of Namibia (FAFA) chairperson Deklen Viviers said service station owners have approached the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) to review the profit margin structure.
https://www.observer24.com.na/minimum-wage-hike-could-slash-2-000-service-station-jobs/

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20/12/2024

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POLICE UPGRADES:  The Gobabis Traffic Unit, Border and Infrastructure Protection Division, at Du Plesies and Tallismanus...
20/12/2024

POLICE UPGRADES: The Gobabis Traffic Unit, Border and Infrastructure Protection Division, at Du Plesies and Tallismanus Police Stations each received new vehicles on Thursday. The handover was done by the police regional commander of the Omaheke Region, Heinrich Tjiveze, during the launching of “Festive Season Operation 2024/2025” at the Gobabis/Windhoek Road Traffic Checkpoint.

Report: Mallex Shipanga

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19/12/2024

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UNIQUE WEDDING: Transgender woman, Tatiana, and her fiancé, Ou Whites, are getting married in Karibib on 21 December. Pa...
19/12/2024

UNIQUE WEDDING: Transgender woman, Tatiana, and her fiancé, Ou Whites, are getting married in Karibib on 21 December. Pastor Cinton van Rooyen says that the wedding will be the first of its kind nationwide, as a transgender woman will say “I do” to the man of her dreams. The wedding’s entrance fee is N$100. The wedding’s theme is black and gold.

Report: Mallex Shipanga

As many Namibians prepare for their festive season travels at the start of the weekend, the Namibian Police issued an ad...
19/12/2024

As many Namibians prepare for their festive season travels at the start of the weekend, the Namibian Police issued an advisory to prevent a spike in housebreaking incidents, which typically rise during the holiday season.

Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, the head of the police’s public relations division, stressed the need for vigilance and proactive measures to safeguard homes while families celebrate Christmas and other festivities.
https://www.observer24.com.na/namibian-police-issue-advisory-on-preventing-burglaries-over-the-festive-season/

The death of a 26-year-old motorcyclist in a collision involving a Seapride Foods delivery truck has raised concerns abo...
19/12/2024

The death of a 26-year-old motorcyclist in a collision involving a Seapride Foods delivery truck has raised concerns about the company’s vehicle maintenance practices and accountability.

The fatal accident occurred in Windhoek last month.

According to police reports, a four-tonne truck reportedly hit a motorcycle on Robert Mugabe Avenue, causing it to collide with other stationary vehicles.
https://www.observer24.com.na/grieving-mother-demands-accountability-after-fatal-truck-collision/

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