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Cosana netball champs return after 20-year break … with Windhoek to host clubs
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Cosana netball champs return after 20-year break … with Windhoek to host clubs

The Southern Africa Netball Associations’ (Cosana) Club Championships are set to take place from this Thursday, 22 May until Sunday, 26 May at the Israel Patrick Iyambo Police Courts in Olympia, Windhoek. The regional club tournament makes its long-awaited return after a 20-year hiatus, and will feature 11 top netball clubs from across Southern Africa,...

Shalulile hints at Sundowns exit 
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Shalulile hints at Sundowns exit 

Namibian international and Mamelodi Sundowns talisman Peter Shalulile sent shockwaves through the football fraternity on Monday evening when he dropped a cryptic message which left fans emotional and pundits buzzing. Following Sundowns’ DStv Premiership title triumph, the prolific striker, who has been the heartbeat of the club’s attacking line, hinted that his time at Chloorkop...

Land acquisition fund in shambles …misdirected funds, overstated financial reports 
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Land acquisition fund in shambles …misdirected funds, overstated financial reports 

Non-adherence to accounting protocols, misrepresented financial statements, misallocated funds and unauthorised claims worth millions were some of the key shortcomings flagged by Auditor General Junias Kandjeke in the Land Acquisition and Development Fund’s audit report of 2022/23. Kandjeke gave the Fund an adverse audit opinion due to its failure to submit a complete set of...

British tourist arrested for ‘fondling’ minors …takes ‘nudes’ of San minors 
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British tourist arrested for ‘fondling’ minors …takes ‘nudes’ of San minors 

Mulisa Simiyasa  OTJIWARONGO – A 65-year-old British tourist was arrested on Sunday after he allegedly instructed San children at the Grashoek Living Museum in the Tsumkwe West area to remove their clothes, and took photographs of them. The Namibian Police’s head of community affairs in the Otjozondjupa region, senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha told Nampa yesterday...

Constituency fund a dose for Khomasdal’s woes
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Constituency fund a dose for Khomasdal’s woes

The Khomasdal constituency, like many others, is on a mission to improve the lives of its people. A host of interviews were conducted recently as part of the pre-election coverage initiative by the New Era newspaper. It seeks to delve into the intricacies of constituency and regional governance, unpacking initiatives undertaken by the councillors’ offices since...

Walvis tables N$1.3b budget  … council vows to fix potholes, clean up 
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Walvis tables N$1.3b budget  … council vows to fix potholes, clean up 

WALVIS BAY – Addressing poor road conditions and unreliable refuse removal services, which have turned Walvis Bay into a shadow of its former self, are high on the Walvis Bay municipal council’s agenda for the 2025/2026 financial year. This was revealed by the chairperson of the management committee, councillor Richard Hoaeb, who said these concerns...

Coetzee wins gruelling Munga Grit Le Dur 
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Coetzee wins gruelling Munga Grit Le Dur 

Namibian cyclist Drikus Coetzee on Saturday completed the 437-kilometre 2025 Munga Grit Le Dur in an impressive time of 16 hours and 54 minutes, finishing shortly after midnight. The race, which kicked off at 07h30 on Friday, saw Coetzee cross the finish line an hour ahead of fellow Namibians Jaques Hanekom and Martin Freyer, who...

Stars stumble as dropped points dent title charge
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Stars stumble as dropped points dent title charge

Despite dropping valuable points on Saturday and Sunday, African Stars remain on top of the Debmarine Premiership log. A goalless draw against Chula Chula on Saturday, followed by a 0-2 loss at the hands of KK Palace, saw Stars’ commanding lead reduced to just two points ahead of second-placed Young African, who now sit on...

Fishing industry reels under water crisis
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Fishing industry reels under water crisis

WALVIS BAY – The ongoing water shortage in Walvis Bay, caused by ailing infrastructure in the Kuiseb aquifer, is hampering fishing operations and placing one of Namibia’s biggest employers and foreign currency earners in a precarious position. NamWater earlier this month confirmed electricity supply challenges at the Rooi Bank and Dorop South aquifers. These ongoing...