The Hardap police commander says the region is disturbed by high drug abuse as drug dealers have gone to the extent of recruiting police officers to act as their agents and to tip them off when operations are planned.
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Tax refund scam doubles to N$36m
A N$15.2 million tax refund scam uncovered by the Namibia Revenue Agency and revealed at the end of March this year, has now more than doubled to N$36 million.
N$1.6 billion university for Swakopmund
Tertiary education in Namibia has received a significant boost in the form of a futuristic university that will be constructed in Swakopmund to the tune of N$1.6 billion by the Welwitchia Health Training Centre.
Persistent fuel increases constrain growth – economist
A local economist has warned that Namibians can expect even more fuel price increases and associated inflationary pressure for the foreseeable future.
Equiano subsea cable brings faster internet
The Google Equiano subsea internet cable that is expected to increase internet speed by over 2.5 times its current speed and increase internet penetration over the next three years was finally brought ashore on Friday morning in Swakopmund.
Eight candidates for Swakopmund by-election
One independent candidate and seven political parties will be battling it out in the Swakopmund constituency by-election slated for 12 August 2022.
Khomas to construct 101 pit latrines
The Khomas Regional Council is planning to construct 101 pit latrines in Kransneus, Ueros and Khanubeb.
Keetmanshoop considers easing burden on ratepayers
The Keetmanshoop Municipality says it recommended various measures aimed at easing the financial burden of ratepayers when preparing the proposed budget for the 2022/2023 financial year.
MPs grill ‘heartless’ ministry over Bwabwata
Several lawmakers have criticised the agriculture ministry for its “heartless” decision to extend the veterinary cordon fence 40 kilometres eastwards, leaving inhabitants of Mu’ciku without any market for their livestock and to technically “fend for themselves”.
Coetzee: We are focused on getting the job done… Africa Cup quarterfinals today
Namibia’s senior rugby 15 head coach Allister Coetzee said they will methodically approach today’s clash against Burkina Faso in the Rugby Africa Cup quarterfinals, where a lot of emphasis will be placed on getting the basics right.