Windhoek recently experienced heavy thunder storms, leading to flash floods in areas such as Hochland Park and Goreangab Dam. The floods have tragically claimed lives as the Windhoek City Police reported two drowning incidents during the heavy rains. In the first incident, a driver of a white Toyota single cab was swept away by floodwaters...
A man who was apparently wearing a hospital bandage on his arm tripped and fell into the water while trying to stroll along massive pipes near Goreangab Dam, resulting in a terrible drowning tragedy. Initial accounts state that the man lost his balance and fell into the dam, where he struggled until the river carried...
City Police spokesperson Marcelline Murapo says they are working around the clock to clear outstanding warrants of arrest through operations involving mounting of roadblocks and public outreach programmes. “Our officers are working diligently in the field. You may have seen roadblocks set up at various places across the city, which are part of our strategy...
Community activists have handed over a petition to the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), demanding urgent action on their long-standing complaints about corruption, mismanagement and fraudulent practices tied to Red Force Debt Management CC. The protestors are from the Katutura Residents Committee, Okahandja Concerned Group and Gobabis Right to Shelter Foundation.The protest, held outside the ACC headquarters...
The Single Quarters’ open market in Katutura Central, also known as ‘Kapana’ area, is a place in disarray with hygiene and safety issues threatening both businesses and customers. Speaking to New Era recently, the market’s cleaning team supervisor Elvis Meintjies outlined the numerous challenges they face daily in trying to maintain hygienic standards at one...
The roles of hairdressers and barbers in society stretch far beyond the simple task of cutting and grooming hair. These professionals, who have roots going back to ancient civilisations, have historically been esteemed figures — at times serving as religious leaders, surgeons, and skilled artisans. Today, in countries including Namibia, they are essential members of...