Author: Staff Reporter (Staff Reporter )

Police chief Sebastian Ndeitunga has asked the public to take precautionary measures to ensure their safety and that their properties during the festive season are guaranteed.

A 26-year-old woman, who was arrested on Monday for allegedly killing her newborn, slitting her stomach and removing the bowels, is scheduled to make her first court appearance today in Katutura Magistrate’s Court.

Oshikoto police commander Armas Shivute has implored police officers to work hard and never turn away people seeking help, while further reminding them that they are law enforcers and not social workers. 

Angolan migrants living at Etunda received foodstuff, blankets and other material items on Friday from the Namibian government and the United Nations.

The emergence of the Omicron variant and the constant transformation of the novel coronavirus has triggered a different approach from government to curb the spread with renewed emphasis put on personal responsibility.

The Grootfontein municipality has been left rudderless since the term of the elected office- bearers lapsed last month.

An attempt by northern businessman Sindano Hango to be released on bail pending his sentencing was shattered yesterday when the court denied his request. 

Namibia’s rapid urbanisation has resulted in the mushrooming of informal settlements, which in turn puts pressure on infrastructure and the provision of basic services in urban areas.

Barely six months after the passing of Ovaherero paramount chief Vekuii Rukoro, the Ovaherero Traditional Authority appears to be in turmoil, as two factions emerged, fighting to replace him.

The UK is to drop 11 African countries, including Namibia, from its “red list” barring incoming travel, ministers said Tuesday after sustained criticism from world leaders.