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TB remains public health headache …as 42 deaths recorded in over two years
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TB remains public health headache …as 42 deaths recorded in over two years

TSANDI – Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health concern in Namibia, with 42 recorded deaths in 2024/25. This highlights the urgent need for strengthened interventions. In 2023 1.2 million deaths were recorded due to TB globally. Health and Social Services minister Dr Esperance Luvindao revealed these figures in a speech delivered on her behalf...

Nangolo dazzles with stunning victory
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Nangolo dazzles with stunning victory

In a night of electrifying boxing action at the Roman Catholic Hall in Windhoek, young and energetic Flame “The Special One” Nangolo stole the show with a dazzling performance, outclassing Ghana’s Felix Ajoma to win via third-round stoppage in their World Boxing Organisation Africa super featherweight title fight.  Nangolo now boasts a record of 12...

Namibians to pay more for their sins …as development budget up by 22.6% to N$12.8 billion
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Namibians to pay more for their sins …as development budget up by 22.6% to N$12.8 billion

In her maiden national budget statement, recently-appointed finance minister Ericah Shafudah yesterday tabled a cautious and conservative yet pro-growth budget of N$106.3 billion for the 2025/26 financial year. However, the budget also comes with an increase in excise duties on the consumption of alcohol and tobacco, which took effect on 12 March 2025. The largest...

The president’s watchmen … navigating between security and diplomacy
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The president’s watchmen … navigating between security and diplomacy

In the corridors of power, every detail matters, and each ticking second counts. For decades now, two key figures have operated in the shadows while ensuring seamless execution of presidential duties. We are referring here to Tuhafeni Modesto, who ensures order and diplomacy, while commissioner Johan Ndjaronguru is the security man. In political lexicon, they...

Redline remains in effect
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Redline remains in effect

Iuze Mukube The curtain has come down on Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda’s court application for the removal of the veterinary cordon fence (VCF), also known as the redline.  Judge Shafimana Ueitele yesterday dismissed the application, stating that the applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence to the court to support his claims. Amupanda also sought...

Heavy rain damages graves in Windhoek
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Heavy rain damages graves in Windhoek

Chevla Wells  The City of Windhoek (CoW) has announced that heavy rains between 17 and 21 March have damaged graves at the Gammams Cemetery, and worsened road conditions across the city. “We encourage families to visit the cemetery to assess any potential damage and arrange for necessary repairs,” the CoW the statement read.It said those...

Nujoma to be honoured with horseracing bash
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Nujoma to be honoured with horseracing bash

The Namibia Horseracing Association (NHRA) is set to honour the late Founding President Sam Nujoma with its highly-anticipated Independence Horse Racing Bash tomorrow at the Okahandja turf.  The event, which kicks off at 10h00, promises an exciting day of racing as the NHRA celebrates the legacy of Nujoma and Namibia’s independence. The action-packed event will...

Sport benefits massively
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Sport benefits massively

Finance minister Ericah Shafudah yesterday tabled the national budget for the 2025/26 financial year.   The government allocated N$1.3 billion to the Sport, Youth and National Service section.  This funding includes N$200 million for the construction of Category 2 stadiums nationwide, N$200 million for basic sport infrastructure development as well as N$50 million to support...