Malnutrition cases continue to be reported almost on a daily basis in the Omaheke Region. Since the beginning of December 2023, the region has recorded 78 new malnutrition cases. Alcohol abuse and negligence of children by parents are some of the key contributing factors. This was revealed by the Regional Governor, Pijoo Nganate, in Gobabis. […]
The Keetmanshoop regional office of the Ombudsman has been inundated with complaints from learners relating to their suspension and banning from classrooms, corporal punishment, and forceful cutting of hair. This was revealed by the regional office head, Sylvester Sibungo when he addressed educators at the annual principals meeting at Keetmanshoop. Sibungo says since the […]
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc) has reaffirmed its partnership with Trustco in delivering exceptional entertainment to its viewers by bringing back the Trustco Winna Mariba show. The history of Trustco’s Winna Mariba spans nearly two decades, commencing in 2003 when Trustco Group embarked on an innovative journey by introducing SMS competitions. The Director General of […]
The increasing use of drugs and alcohol, especially among teenagers, has become a serious concern for residents of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund in the Erongo Region. This was shared during the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Gender Equality, Social Development, and Family Affairs consultations on gender-based violence and femicide in the towns. Committee chairperson Gotthard Kasuto […]
Namibia continues to be a benchmarking platform for African countries on road infrastructure. The latest country to visit the Namibia Road Authority is Sierra Leone. Namibia has been scooping the World Economic Forum’s African road quality award for the past five consecutive years, being voted the number one on the continent as far as road […]
The City of Windhoek has again postponed a meeting to elect two additional management committee members. The meeting, scheduled for earlier Thursday afternoon, was postponed because there were no nominations for the two management committee members. The meeting will now happen on February 8. Last year, the City of Windhoek only managed to elect three […]
The Windhoek Golf and Country Club successfully brought the community together through a series of games, promoting a sense of camaraderie and togetherness. According to studies, golf has been scientifically proven to have positive effects on one’s health, particularly benefiting the heart. Engaging in a round of golf, which involves walking an average course, can […]
The Otjiwarongo Municipality in the Otjozondjupa Region has acquired a new fleet of heavy road upgrade machinery to repair the potholes, which are an eyesore, and upgrade major roads and intersections in the town. Unveiling the new fleet comprising a roller compactor, water truck, front-end loader, and grader valued at over N$10 million, Town Mayor […]
Heavy storms in the Kavango West Region on Wednesday left the Tondoro Health Centre flooded. The stormwater left the waiting, reception, pharmacy storage areas, and delivery room underwater. According to the Ministry of Health and Social Services, the water originated from a water pool that had formed along the nearby gravel road due to inadequate […]
Two male suspects accused of stealing N$50,000 from a tourist at Camp Kwando over the weekend were denied bail in the Katima Mulilo Margistrate’s court on Thursday. The two are 31-year-old Mario Wawo and 25-year-old Masiye Muyunza, who are from the Lizauli area. They were transferred from the Menias Brian Libuto police station in Kongola […]
