TSUMKWE – The vastly-populated Tsumkwe constituency in the Otjozondjupa region is currently grasping with a malaria outbreak across its various settlements. More than 140 cases of the life-threatening disease were recorded. The constituency, whose district capital is the Tsumkwe settlement, is mainly inhabited by numerous marginalised groups of the San community and other ethnic groups....
KATIMA MULILO – Zambezi governor Lawrence Sampofu has urged residents to rely on verified information and work closely with medical professionals as the region grapples with a rising malaria outbreak. Speaking at the World Health Day commemoration in Katima Mulilo on Monday, he highlighted the importance of community vigilance and unity during a crisis. “For...
Once hailed as the next big thing in Namibian football, striker Isaskar Gurirab is steadily regaining his form in the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League. He now plies his trade with Simbha Bhora. The 27-year-old Namibian forward left coastal side Blue Waters earlier this year to join the ambitious Zimbabwean outfit. Since the start of the...
Namibian sprint sensations Beatrice Masilingi and Christine Mboma are set to return to the international stage this Saturday. She will compete in the 100metre (m) event at the Botswana Continental Gold meet. Their coach Henk Botha said the duo will not be racing in their preferred 200m event, as it is not on the competition...
The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has reaffirmed its financial strength, reporting an 11% growth in its asset value, which now stands at a robust N$167 billion. The announcement was made during the launch of its 2024 Integrated Annual Report (IAR) in the capital this week. Speaking at the launch, the entity’s Chief Executive Officer...
Iuze Mukube The contempt of court application by Namibian Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo against social activist Michael Amushelelo failed to proceed beyond the initial stages. Amushelelo yesterday informed Judge Anne-Doris Hans-Kaumbi of his intention to file a recusal application, aimed at her removal from the matter, which delayed the matter. Shikongo is suing Amushelelo...
President Netumbo Nandi- Ndaitwah hopes to resume the final round of genocide negotiations with the new German administration, headed by chancellor-elect Friedrich Merz. Nandi-Ndaitwah made these remarks during an interview with Al Jazeera, in which she addressed critical issues facing the country and pointed out her commitment to equitable development and national unity over the...
Katima Mulilo – Health and Social Services minister Dr Esperance Luvindao has confirmed the deployment of 165 health workers. These include doctors and support staff from across the country to assist with the escalating malaria outbreak in the Zambezi region. Speaking during the World Health Day commemoration in Katima Mulilo yesterday, the minister stressed the...
Cape Town, with its pretty ocean views and gentle wind, seemed like the perfect backdrop for a race. However, for Namibian runners tackling the Two Oceans Marathon, the real challenge was not the scenic route. It was the battle within their minds. This renowned race, dubbed one of the world’s most beautiful races, drew runners...
The Nestor Sunshine Tobias Boxing Academy will this Saturday bring boxing fans the most electrifying event of the year, the Dr Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza. Three world-class, high-flying boxers – Fillipus ‘Energy’ Nghitumbwa, Paulinus ‘John John’ Ndjolonimus and Mathew ‘The Beast’ Heita – will be stepping into the ring to defend their titles in...