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The nine lives of Donald Trump
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The nine lives of Donald Trump

Like the proverbial cat, Donald Trump has nine lives.  From an avalanche of lawsuits, convictions, persecutions and even an attempt on his life on 13 July while addressing a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, which killed one rallygoer and wounded two others, Trump triumphed. His win in Tuesday’s presidential election against vice-president Kamala Harris comes on...

Govt constructs clinics to improve healthcare delivery
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Govt constructs clinics to improve healthcare delivery

The establishment of clinics is part of government’s drive to expand and improve access to healthcare services, and to demonstrate commitment to realising the goals of Universal Health Coverage, says health minister Kalumbi Shangula. The construction of health facilities such as the Malengalenga Clinic ensures that patients and clients do not walk long distances to...

Namibia records 28 malaria deaths in 2024
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Namibia records 28 malaria deaths in 2024

The health ministry says the country recorded 28 deaths from 12 286 malaria cases in 2024 with the Zambezi, Ohangwena, Kavango East, Kavango West and Oshikoto regions reporting the highest number of incidents.  Minister of Health and Social Services Kalumbi Shangula said four of the deaths were from Zambezi. Malaria is endemic in 10 out...

Hatika recognises volunteers
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Hatika recognises volunteers

Recently, the Hatika Adult Education Centre (HAEC) hosted its annual Appreciation Dinner, a heartfelt evening dedicated to the remarkable volunteers who give their time, skills and compassion to support the centre’s adult learners. Situated in the heart of Goreangab, HAEC was established in 2019, with the aim to offer language courses to adults and art...

Exploring and developing solutions for climate challenges
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Exploring and developing solutions for climate challenges

About 50 youth delegates from across the country participated in the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) 2024 recently, and held discussions where they explored and developed solutions to Namibia’s climate challenges. Talking to Future Media, Jasper Kassoma, a member of the organising committee and youth delegate to COP29, said they want to mainstream contributors, and ensure that...

PetroFund appoints Kandjimi as spokesperson
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PetroFund appoints Kandjimi as spokesperson

Former communication ministry spokesperson Shoki Kandjimi (28) has assumed a new role as Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Officer at PetroFund, effective 1 November 2024. Kandjimi brings a wealth of knowledge in communication and public relations. He was in charge of the internal and external communications of the ministry from 1 September 2022 until 23 October...

Namibiab ôa-ams !hao!nāsib tsî ǀumisa !ûi!gâs dis
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Namibiab ôa-ams !hao!nāsib tsî ǀumisa !ûi!gâs dis

Tuuda Haitulab, museums omkhâis mâisab ra mîsa !oas ge !hao!nāsi ǂhunumâsiba ra ǁgauǂui ǁgauǁgaun di oahā-ūhes ǁîn di ǂhunuma !hūgu ǁgasa, ǁaruhā-ūs ǀguisa ǁgau tama hâ, xawe ǁnāti ī !ēs gagasise tsî sorosise ǂurus dis tsî ǁkhawa sa !hao!nāsib ǀkha !hūǁaresa ra mā.  Haitulab ge Museumdi !Gaeǁares Namibiab dis tawa omkhâisens mâisase a sîsenxa. ǁÎb...

TIKA aids Pionier Boys School
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TIKA aids Pionier Boys School

The Türkiye government, through the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), has refurbished workshops at the Pionier Boys School, equipping it with state-of-the-art machinery to expose pupils toto the various crafts. Türkiye ambassador to Namibia Feral Çekerek Oruçkaptan said the school has played an important role in preparing pupils for a future they can shape...

BDP’s 58-year rule ends 
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BDP’s 58-year rule ends 

Zebaldt Ngaruka Paheja Siririka President Nangolo Mbumba has applauded the conduct of Botswana’s recent parliamentary elections, which saw the ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) conceding power to the opposition, Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC). BDP’s 58-year rule ended last Friday when the Independent Electoral Commission tallied the results, with the opposition UDC securing 31 out...

Namibia’s quest to preserve culture and heritage
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Namibia’s quest to preserve culture and heritage

The return of artefacts to their countries of origin is not just an act of repatriation, but an opportunity for healing and reconnecting with cultural roots, said Tuuda Haitula, the museum development officer at the Museums Association of Namibia. He added that museums in Namibia and elsewhere should be prepared to safeguard these returned items,...