Author: Staff Reporter (Staff Reporter )

The two Fishrot matters were yesterday remanded back to the criminal mentions roll of Windhoek High Court judge Christie Liebenberg on 19 August.

Water minister Calle Schlettwein says although Namibia’s water policy and legislations have been ranked among the best in the world, implementation has been a serious challenge. A great number of Namibian people remain with limited access to water and other basic necessities. 

A 31-year-old Eswatini national and two Namibians, accused of dealing with cannabis, valued at N$242 000 are in court trying to get released on bail. 

The acting medical superintendent at the Oshakati Intermediate Hospital, Dr Asumani Kibandwa, has cautioned the public to seek medical assistance as soon as they present Covid-19-related symptoms.

Following numerous reports from people who have lost money to scammers under the pretence they are law enforcement agents, the Otjozondjupa police are cautioning the public to refrain from giving banking details over the phone. 

The sharp increase in Covid-19 deaths have put ageing and inadequate state mortuary facilities in the regions under severe
pressure. 

A pensioner blinded after battling measles more than 50 years ago has overcome her disability to become one of the finest handicraft artists. 

If the results of Canadian mining company Osino Resources’ preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for its Twin Hills Gold Project in the Karibib vicinity are anything to go by, it signifies one of the most significant gold discoveries in southern Africa in recent years. 

Following the demolition of about 50 shacks in the Tobias Hainyeko constituency on Wednesday, Windhoek mayor Job Amupanda has convened a special council meeting for 5 August to resolve the city’s housing challenges. 

Tributes have been flowing in from around the country for Masubia chief Kisco Maiba Liswani III, who died this week after a short illness. Social media platforms have been flooded with messages of condolences in honour of the late traditional leader.