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LDV Namibia secures top honours across key categories …outshines neighbouring countries at regional sales awards
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LDV Namibia secures top honours across key categories …outshines neighbouring countries at regional sales awards

LDV Namibia has cemented its position as one of the region’s growing automotive retailers after walking away with multiple top accolades at the LDV Annual Awards held last week in South Africa.  The prestigious ceremony recognised outstanding performance among LDV dealerships across Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa, making the achievements particularly significant for the...

Epangero talikatengwidirapo elikwamo Lyokurugana vakupe yimaliwa 
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Epangero talikatengwidirapo elikwamo Lyokurugana vakupe yimaliwa 

Sawi Hausiku  Rundu-Nkuru Ministera Elijah Ngurare katente asi kabinete kavapulisilire kutengwidirapo elikwamo lyokugwana nondja, ndi asi togwana yimaliwa poopo tupu ono kumana kurugana. Eyi kuna yiretesapo asi vavatere vantu vana kara asi tumbu tumbu. Ngurare katumbwire nonkango morwa nokutanta asi mavango gono green scheme gahepa kuzangura moomu yakere nare mokuwapukurura ekonomi lyetu ntani kukulika nomukunda...

Exchanging the pen for a hoe  …former newsman Nashongo tills the soil for food security  
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Exchanging the pen for a hoe  …former newsman Nashongo tills the soil for food security  

Lylie Joel  NKURENKURU – John Nashongo never imagined that his journey from the newsroom to the field would lead him to believe that Kavango West could become Namibia’s ultimate food basket. The 45-year-old former Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) supervisor resigned from his media career in 2022 to pursue a lifelong dream – growing mango trees...

Geingob returns to court in February
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Geingob returns to court in February

Iuze Mukube  A trial of a former teacher accused of murdering his wife, Merentha Geingos, by stabbing her with a kitchen knife at least 12 times, has been postponed to continue in February, next year.  Patrick Geingob stands accused of the charges of murder, defeating or obstructing the course of justice, assault with intent to...

Frog sellers cash in on early rains 
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Frog sellers cash in on early rains 

OSHAKATI – After the first heavy rains washed over northern Namibia, the familiar croaking sound did more than announce the frog season; it signalled income, survival, and hope for many families.  Along the highways and village markets, frog sellers say this year’s season started strong, with demand rising from both locals and travellers hungry for...

Ineos goes all out for affordability and customer demand 
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Ineos goes all out for affordability and customer demand 

The Ineos automotive brand is steadily gaining traction in the domestic market as it intensifies efforts to align operations with local customer needs. Known for its rugged, high-performance vehicles, the brand has been expanding its presence and refining its service approach to ensure that Namibian buyers experience greater convenience, shorter waiting periods and competitive value...

Bar ‘shooter’ trial postponed to January 
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Bar ‘shooter’ trial postponed to January 

Iuze Mukube  The trial of a 30-year-old man who is accused of allegedly indiscriminately firing a gun in a bar and restaurant in the capital, which subsequently hit a patron, has been postponed to January, next year.  Gabes Shiimi faces the charges of murder and discharging a firearm in public in relation to the death...

Know your Regional Councillors – //Kharas Region 
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Know your Regional Councillors – //Kharas Region 

Adolf Kaure  The recent 2025 Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections ushered in new councillors in various constituencies, while some were re-elected in their roles around the country.  We continue to feature the councillors in the following weeks as detailed below. The //Kharas region had approximately 109,893 inhabitants [2023 Census].  The region is predominantly a...

JAC Smart and electric vehicles excel at international show 
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JAC Smart and electric vehicles excel at international show 

On 21 November, the 23rd Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition opened at the Canton Fair Complex, where JAC Motors showcased its latest high-end, intelligent vehicles, highlighting the company’s strategic shift from traditional manufacturing to a forward-looking, technology-driven mobility enterprise. Led by the innovative MAEXTRO S800, JAC Motors showcased two DEFINE concept cars, the T9 PHEV, the...