After launching its campaign ahead of November’s general election over the weekend, the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) decided to put all campaign-related activities on hold in honour of the late President Hage Geingob.
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From school principal to Presidency… The rise and rise of Nangolo Mbumba
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Opinion – Budget expectations: Rebuilding resilience
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Opinion – Unemployment crisis needs urgent action
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Businesses mourn Geingob as ‘great leader’… recognised for deep impact in advancing workers’ rights
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Fishing sector employers’ compliance at 67%
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OECD ups world growth forecast but sees Middle East ‘risk’
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Accurate statistics vital for thriving agri sector: FAO
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Cattle exports remain on upward trajectory… abattoirs to absorb more in 2024
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All systems go for Epukiro auction … pens finally completed
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