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ERCs ge N$156 miljuns di mariǂnûiǂuisa ge ǂanǂan
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ERCs ge N$156 miljuns di mariǂnûiǂuisa ge ǂanǂan

TSOAXAUBAMS – Erongob ǀKharisi ǀAwemā!nans (ERC) ge ǂhanusise N$156 miljuns mariǂnûiǂuisa 2024/25ǁî marikurib !aroma ge ǂanǂan, nē marisa xus N$81 miljunsa ǁnaetisase a ǂhâbasa xūn !aroma a ǂnûiǂuisase. N$75 miljuns xa a !nāsa maris ge Omkhâisens ǂGaes !aroma ǂnûiǂuisa. N$43 miljuns ge mātaredi hîa !nariǂoadi, xūna ǁamas, !nari!oabadi tsîn !aroma ǂnûiǂuisa.  Aiǂnû-aos ERCs dis, Benitha...

The flip side of a good rainy season
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The flip side of a good rainy season

A good rainy season should be perceived as one that starts in time as anticipated, is well distributed throughout the season, and ultimately rehydrates the soil, refills water sources, and revegetates the rangeland.  However, recent rainfall activities have been  conspicuously erratic, and their effects can be a concern. To this end, although rainfall brings relief...

Oil prices extend upward march on Mideast tensions
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Oil prices extend upward march on Mideast tensions

LONDON – World oil prices rallied more than 2% yesterday as tensions escalated in the crude-rich Middle East one year after the deadly Hamas attacks on Israel. European stock markets mostly rose after more big gains in Asia as China’s stimulus boost, a strengthening US economy and the outlook for interest rates in major economies...

US trade chief defends tariff hikes
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US trade chief defends tariff hikes

WASHINGTON – US Trade Representative Katherine Tai defended stiff tariff hikes against countries like China, arguing that paired with investment, they were a “legitimate and constructive” tool for re-invigorating domestic industries. Tai’s comments to AFP come a week after sharp tariff increases on Chinese electric vehicles, EV batteries and solar cells took effect – with...

Opinion – Envisioning the future of policing
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Opinion – Envisioning the future of policing

The landscape of modern policing is in constant flux, shaped by evolving societal demands, technological advancements, and the increasing need for transparency and accountability.  As a policing practitioner, it is essential to critically assess current trends and offer a predictive analysis of the future direction of policing organisations. The recruitment process in policing is transforming,...

Otweya residents live in fear
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Otweya residents live in fear

Isabel Bento WALVIS BAY – Residents of Otweya informal settlement, whose makeshift structures survived the recent devastating fire that claimed a life, have expressed concern over their safety and livingconditions. Herman Fillipus, whose home is just a few metres from the burnt-down shacks, lives in a temporary shelter made of plastic and sacks. The municipality...

ECN cancels ballot printing tender
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ECN cancels ballot printing tender

Rudolf Gaiseb Despite political parties insisting the Electoral Commission of Namibia should not be allowed to handpick a printer for the upcoming elections, the commission yesterday announced the cancellation of the open international bidding process.  The chief electoral and referenda officer, Peter Shaama, stated that the commission deems this to be in the best interest...

Moore doubles down on visa requirement
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Moore doubles down on visa requirement

Linea Dishena  United Kingdom High Commissioner to Namibia Charles Moore sympathises with Namibians who are genuinely affected by his government’s decision to impose visa requirements. In an interview with Nampa on Wednesday, he said the UK government’s decision in 2023 to withdraw visa exemptions for Namibians has impacted genuine travellers, as it has become more...

Mentally unstable woman ‘raped’ 
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Mentally unstable woman ‘raped’ 

Auleria Wakudumo A 50-year-old mentally challenged woman was allegedly raped on Friday by a man who is known to her. The incident happened around 03h00 in Okoutjove, in the Otjombinde area. Namibian Police Force spokesperson Kauna Shikwambi said the victim’s son found the alleged suspect sleeping next to the victim after the alleged rape. It...