Lazarus Nainda, a name well-known in Namibia’s boxing circles, has carved out a unique career path from the boxing ring to the radio studio. Born in Oshakati, he first made his mark as an amateur boxer. He later transitioned to a boxing official, where he achieved notable success as a World Boxing Association (WBA) referee...
Zebaldt Ngaruka The ninth edition of the Namibian Defence Force annual games-themed ‘Forging Resilience Through Sports,’ ended successfully at Grootfontein over the weekend. The prestigious event comprised nine sports codes; football, netball, volleyball, pool table, catapult, darts, chess, athletic and boxing, which took place at Dimo Hamaambo Garrison and Omulunga Sports grounds, whereas athletics games...
BEIJING – China will impose fresh controls on chemicals used to make the synthetic opioid fentanyl after several rounds of talks between Beijing and Washington aimed at cracking down on the deadly trade. Beijing’s decision to impose controls on the three chemicals used in the production of the drug represented a “valuable step forward”, the...
JOHANNESBURG – The church of a South African preacher was burnt to the ground on Tuesday amid local outrage after he stormed a school outside Johannesburg with machetes, and forcibly removed his grandchildren. Police arrested five people after a video clip that went viral showed the controversial Pentecostal pastor threatening school staff with panga blades...
A select group of Chery owners was treated to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, when Chery hosted them as VIPs at a Mens’ Olympic Football match last week at the Parc des Princes in Paris. This elite group of supporters was selected by Chery from around the globe to view teams participating at the highest level of...
Fresh-faced urban off-road SUV brand JAECOO continues to find favour among South Africa’s discerning new-vehicle buyers, with the sophisticated new J7 growing its sales tally even further in July 2024. Having launched as recently as April 2024, the J7 – a highly-capable SUV with a modern, yet classic design aesthetic, but priced from just N$549...
NAIROBI – Kenya’s central bank trimmed Tuesday its main interest rate for the first time in four years, citing easing inflationary pressures as the government struggles to raise revenue and service its public debt following deadly protestors over tax hikes. The bank’s monetary policy committee (MPC) cut its main interest rate by a quarter percentage...
PARIS – Two health experts on Tuesday called for Olympic organisers to cut ties with Coca-Cola, saying the current big-money sponsorship deal allows the US company to “sportswash” unhealthy sugary drinks. Events at the Paris games have been lined with advertising for the ubiquitous fizzy drinks of Coca-Cola, which has been sponsoring the Olympics since...
On 29 November 2021, I received devastating news from one of Namibia’s top specialist physicians. He said, “Mrs Arangies, I am sorry to tell you that your bone marrow biopsy results reveal Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML), and unfortunately, Namibia lacks the necessary facilities and a haematologist to provide treatment.” This news completely shattered my world,...
Lahja Nashuuta The Khomas Regional Council has invested millions in water-related interventions and agricultural extension services in the last financial year, governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua has said. She made the announcement on Monday while delivering the Khomas State of the Region Address (Sora). She told the gathering that at least seven boreholes were drilled and successfully...