On 22 June 2021, I was following a programme on Facebook on the page of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology. However, I was overwhelmed and perplexed by several callers blaming bars and shebeens as seemingly the integral places or sources that transmit Covid-19.
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Letter – AR’s tribute to Prof Mburumba Kerina
The Affirmative Repositioning movement sends its deepest and sincere condolences to the family, relatives and friends of Prof Mburumba Kerina, who passed away on 14 June 2021.
Know Your Civil Servant – Leon Kabajani – Chief Legal Officer Ministry of Justice
One major complication in accessing justice in Namibia is the high cost of legal representation. To ensure equal access to justice and a fair trial, the Namibian government has a free legal aid programme for people who cannot afford private legal representation.
Bail application stalls in Wasserfall murder
The bail application of siblings Azaan Madisia (28) and Steven Junior Mulundu (22) has been delayed after their legal representative called in sick.
Forced to clean toilets in suits…correctional service staff miffed
Namibia Correctional Services human resources (HR) department staff at their Windhoek head office complain that they have to clean toilets in their suits. Their bosses are allegedly unbothered.
Persons with disability demand opportunities
Although the government’s employment policy is based on the principle of equal opportunity for all its citizens, persons with disability continue to vent their frustration at the
dearth of employment opportunities in both the private and public sectors.
Vaalgras celebrates Kai Meester
The late Willem Konjore was this week celebrated as a humble, caring and generous natural leader who will be missed but never forgotten.
MPs have duty to empower people – speaker
Speaker of the National Assembly Peter Katjavivi has reminded members of parliament of their constitutional mandate of empowering people as elected representatives.
Oshakati residents urged to pay water bills
The Oshakati Town Council has urged residents to pay their water bills as council has run into debt with bulk water supplier NamWater.
Otja-Kapuuo peers remember Rukoro
Otja-Kapuuo peer group president Asser Mujazu said the late Ovaherero Paramount Chief Advocate Vekuii Rukoro will be recognised for his firm moral stance on a wide range of contemporary issues, driven by a desire to do the best for his people and surrounding communities.
