The Namibian Police are investigating three reported cases of rape that occurred over the weekend in Oshakati, Okatope, and Okakarara. The first incident took place on Friday, January 31, at approximately 20h00 in Omeege Village, Oshana Region. A 35-year-old woman reported being raped after accepting an escort home from an unidentified individual. According to police […]
The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has lifted the ban on importing and transiting maize, palm, and palm products from South Africa with immediate effect. The decision follows research into Bud Rot of Palms and Goss’s Wilt on maize, with authorities now confident the risks are manageable. Executive Director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata explained that […]
A group of concerned residents gathered in Okahandja to express their frustrations over the insufficient police presence in the townships. One of their main demands is the establishment of a satellite police station to improve security in the area. They voiced concerns about a rise in general crime, house break-ins, and theft of communal water […]
European investment in Namibia is growing, with Finland, France, and Spain strengthening economic ties in key sectors. Their ambassadors recently shared updates on their commitments, highlighting efforts in energy, mining, education, and industry. Finnish Ambassador Leena Viljanen emphasized Finland’s strong interest in Namibia’s green energy transition, particularly in solar, wind, biofuels, and hydropower. Finland is […]
Hiskia Asino, a final-year PhD student in Aquaculture and Nutrition at the Sam Nujoma UNAM campus in Henties Bay, is making significant strides with his research on the potential of aquaculture to tackle some of Namibia’s most pressing socio-economic challenges. His work investigates the impact of substituting traditional fish meal with seal meal on the […]
