A goal from Burnley defender Axel Tuanzebe gave the Democratic Republic of Congo a 1-0 win over Jamaica to clinch a place at the World Cup. Tuanzebe scored 10 minutes into extra time of the play-off, tapping in from close range after Jamaica failed to clear a corner. The African side twice found the net in...
Zebaldt Ngaruka A fierce battle is expected at the Easter Open tournament, with 35 football teams competing for top honours at 8ste Laan’s Mokuti sports field in the capital. The inaugural football competition under the auspices of ‘Do Your Work Promotions’ is aimed at keeping youth busy during the Easter weekend. Bethold Katjimune, the competition...
Dalene Kooper Richard Gariseb arrived at a farm in the Omaheke region five years ago in search of employment to care for his family. He was offered a job chopping and cutting wood for a farm owner. Something he said he has been doing all his life. Gariseb settled into his duties of chopping wood...
Iuze Mukube A pending decision from Prosecutor General Martha Imalwa is crucial in determining whether there is sufficient evidence to prosecute Joel Angula and Sam Shololo. It is expected during their next court appearance on 18 June 2026. The diamond-theft accused appeared before Magistrate Olga Muharukua yesterday for a ruling on an application for postponement which...
Adolf Kaure The Aris River bridge along the B1 highway between Windhoek and Rehoboth has been reconstructed to the tune of N$33.9 million. The bridge was reopened by the minister of works and transport, Veikko Nekundi, on Wednesday. This is after the bridge got severe structural damage after heavy rainfall in March 2025. One of...
Iuze Mukube The formal bail application of Gabes Shiimi, who stands accused of allegedly opening fire at a local bar last year resumes this month. Shiimi (30) had placed his application on hold in January following the testimony of a State witness that investigations into the matter were nearly completed. The accused faces the charges...
Auleria Wakudumo The water ministry has made significant strides in improving water supply and sanitation services across the country, with notable gains recorded in rural areas over the past year. The spokesperson of the ministry, Romeo Muyunda, said the progress reflects the government’s continued commitment to strengthening water security for human consumption, agriculture and industrial...
The national budget is not just an economic document but also an indicator of the country’s aspirations and vision for the future. As Namibia announces its new budget, people are asking themselves an important question: Will this budget just keep our economy going, or will it change our economy? In an environment characterised by global...
Heather Erdmann REHOBOTH – Petrol and diesel fuel ran dry across most service stations in Rehoboth on Tuesday as residents rushed to fill up ahead of a fuel price hike that took effect yesterday. By yesterday afternoon, only two of the five Rehoboth fuel stations still had fuel available for consumers. So desperate is the...
Isabel Bento OMARURU – The Omaruru Town Council is advancing several development projects, including housing, electrification and market infrastructure, despite ongoing constraints related to land servicing and bulk infrastructure capacity. Among the key initiatives is the development of an open market at the former single quarters, where residents have already been relocated. CEO Valentinus Sindongo...