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Nudo suspends members, threatens legal action 
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Nudo suspends members, threatens legal action 

At its sixth National Council (NC) meeting held in Windhoek on Saturday, Nudo suspended more than 10 members for allegedly undermining and questioning the authority and legal status of the party’s leadership.  The suspended members are accused of chasing the party’s administrative secretary from the party’s head office, and replacing all locks to deny others...

Shaningwa: Swapo is flexible… defends delay in electing party president to maintain unity
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Shaningwa: Swapo is flexible… defends delay in electing party president to maintain unity

Despite a court case instituted by Swapo members against the party’s decision not to elect a new party president several months after the death of president Hage Geingob in February, the party has stuck to its guns that its decision will eliminate factionalism and destabilisation of the institution. This stance was made loud and clear...

Bickering Swanu at crossroads
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Bickering Swanu at crossroads

Lahja Nashuuta With the Presidential and National Assembly elections fast approaching, the dust of factionalism is refusing to settle within one of Namibia’s oldest political parties, Swanu. The faction led by Evilastus Kaaronda on Saturday launched the party’s manifesto during the Omaheke regional conference in Gobabis.  Meanwhile, Windhoek’s 8ste Laan branch, which is said to...

Walvis Bay councillors sent home
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Walvis Bay councillors sent home

WALVIS BAY – The Walvis Bay council has suspended three of its councillors, following a special council meeting held on Thursday as per the standing rules of order, for a period of one month. This was announced by the town’s mayor and chairperson of the council, Trevino Forbes, at a media briefing on Friday. The...

OATF 2024 bridges tradition, innovation
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OATF 2024 bridges tradition, innovation

The Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair has successfully concluded, drawing more than34 000 visitors over its nine-day run. Held under the theme “Bridging Tradition and Innovation,” the event showcased a harmonious blend of Namibia’s rich cultural heritage and cutting-edge advancements. With more than 400 exhibitors, the fair highlighted how traditional practices can co-exist and thrive alongside...

Nam lauded for blocking Israeli-weapon carrier
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Nam lauded for blocking Israeli-weapon carrier

WALVIS BAY – Palestinian ambassador to Namibia, Hanan Na’eem Ameen Jarrar, has praised Namibia for denying the MV Kathrin, a vessel allegedly carrying Israeli weapons, entry into Namibia.  Over a week ago, justice minister Yvonne Dausab instructed the Namibian Ports Authority to prevent the vessel from entering Namibian waters.  The bold move by Namibia has...

Namibia gears up for World Skills Competition
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Namibia gears up for World Skills Competition

President Nangolo Mbumba said he is confident Team Namibia will bring the trophy home, as the team prepares to compete at the 47th WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France. Mbumba bid farewell to 14 competitors at their official send-off held at State House on Thursday. The 47th WorldSkills Competition is scheduled to take place from 10...

Ishitile poised for more medals
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Ishitile poised for more medals

Paralympic athlete Lahja Ishitile, alongside her guide Sem Shimanda, is poised for an outstanding performance today, with their focus firmly on adding another medal to her collection in the T11 100 metre heat event, scheduled to start at 11h50. Following her recent triumph in the T11 400 metre, there are high expectations for another strong...

Chindimma crowned Miss Universe Nigeria
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Chindimma crowned Miss Universe Nigeria

Chidimma Adetshina, a Nigerian-South African dual citizen who withdrew from the Miss South Africa pageant due to controversies surrounding her Nigerian roots, was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria yesterday. Adetshina withdrew from the pageant early last month after facing xenophobic attacks, when it was revealed that she had foreign-born parents.Photo: Contributed