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Fishrot trial gets August date
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Fishrot trial gets August date

Iuze Mukube Judge Moses Chinhengo gave directives yesterday for the Fishrot fraud, corruption and racketeering trial to proceed on 4 August 2025. All pending matters affecting the commencement of the trial should be resolved beforehand, the judge said. To ensure everything is finalised before the start of the trial, Chinhengo directed the parties involved in...

Oshakati writes off N$5m debt
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Oshakati writes off N$5m debt

OSHAKATI – In a bid to ease the financial burden on families, the Oshakati Town Council has written off all outstanding debts on municipal accounts registered under the names of deceased residents. Oshakati Town Council spokesperson Katrina Kamari told this publication that the decision was made during a council meeting last November. It takes effect...

Namibia wrestling team shines in South Africa …as they gear up for African Championships in Morocco
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Namibia wrestling team shines in South Africa …as they gear up for African Championships in Morocco

The Namibia Wrestling Federation is on a mission to build a strong team for the upcoming African Championships in Casablanca, Morocco, this April. As part of their preparation, the federation recently sent a team of 14 athletes to compete in a wrestling tournament in Pretoria, South Africa, held from 21 to 23 February.  The Namibian...

I am confident I will win this match – Shinima
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I am confident I will win this match – Shinima

Namibian welterweight boxer Charles Shinima has confidently declared victory ahead of his highly anticipated World Boxing Council Africa title bout against South Africa’s Brendon Thyssen. Shinima is set to face Thyssen this Saturday at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg for the vacant WBC Africa title.  With an impressive professional record of 19 fights, 18 wins and...

Nujoma trumped apartheid … as Grootfontein braves rain to pay tribute  
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Nujoma trumped apartheid … as Grootfontein braves rain to pay tribute  

GROOTFONTEIN – Retired chief of the Namibian Defence Force, Lieutenant General Martin Shalli, yesterday said it would have been difficult for the country to launch a successful military confrontation against the apartheid regime had it not been for late Founding President Sam Nujoma’s fearlessness, determination and bravery. He made the remarks during the official regional...

Proposed law gives Ombudsman teeth, autonomy
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Proposed law gives Ombudsman teeth, autonomy

The longest-serving Ombudsman and legal expert John Walters is thrilled to witness the motivation of the Ombudsman Bill in Parliament, which seeks to grant autonomy to the office. It is a legislative reform he had fought for in over 17 years while leading that institution. “That was the most wonderful news I have heard in...

Nujoma immortalised at UN
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Nujoma immortalised at UN

The United Nations over the weekend held a commemorative event to pay tribute to Founding President Sam Nujoma, calling him a liberator who advocated and worked for global peace. UN General Assembly president Philemon Yang said they are mourning and celebrating the extraordinary life of Nujoma, expressing condolences and sympathy to his family and Namibia....

//Kharas readies to receive Nujoma’s remains 
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//Kharas readies to receive Nujoma’s remains 

KEETMANSHOOP – //Kharas regional governor Aletha Frederick said all gears are oiled in preparation for receiving the remains of the Founding Father Sam Nujoma tomorrow. Keetmanshoop is the last stop for the regional memorial services in honour of Nujoma.  Each region provided an opportunity for local communities to view the remains, which will be laying...

Mboma faces physical, psychological minefield
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Mboma faces physical, psychological minefield

Track and field enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating Christine Mboma’s return to her best form this season. This is despite the athlete facing the delicate balancing act between managing the process of overcoming the physical and mental effects of medication and striving for competitive success. The athlete who first captured the world’s attention by breaking the...

Benjamin acknowledges circulating player list
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Benjamin acknowledges circulating player list

Brave Warriors’ head coach Collin Benjamin yesterday acknowledged a list circulating on social media, highlighting nearly 40 Namibian players plying their trade in various leagues across the globe. He expressed appreciation for the author of the list, and discussed what he looks at when selecting players.   Benjamin noted the variety in leagues, the divisions, and...