The Anti-Corruption Commission yesterday confirmed the investigation into corruption claims levelled against former ministers Katrina Hanse-Himarwa and Alpheus !Naruseb in allocating a resettlement farm to Hanse-Himarwa’s son Denzil Tryane Hanse in 2015 is now with the PG for a decision.
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Traditional authorities demand compensation for land
Eight northern traditional authorities have expressed frustration over local authority councils, who are taking their land without compensation.
Oshakati to create 3 000 jobs
The Oshakati Town Council plans to create more than 3 000 temporary jobs through housing construction contracts with various small and medium enterprises in town.
Cop accused of killing still waiting for mental observation
The lawyer representing a former senior police officer attached to the Women and Child Protection Unit in Keetmanshoop on Thursday informed Deputy Judge President Hosea Angula that they are still waiting for his client to be seen by a psychiatrist.
Inmates petition AG over alleged abuses
Two trial-awaiting inmates at the Windhoek Correctional Facility have petitioned the Attorney-General to intervene in what they call serious infringements on their constitutional rights.
PG refuses to prosecute ‘body in freezer’ accused
The prosecutor-general has declined to prosecute two men who were accused of the death of a man whose body was found stuffed in a freezer near Katutura’s Herero Mall.
Tucna threatens legal action on Covid and HIV testing
The Trade Union Congress of Namibia (Tucna) has urged the defence ministry to remove Covid-19 vaccination and HIV testing requirements for employment consideration.
Fear grips Hashiyana teachers after suspected ritual practice
Teachers and staff members at Hashiyana Primary School in Ongwediva, Oshana region, live in fear after an oil-like substance was allegedly sprinkled inside and outside the office of the school principal.
SBMusic Fest set to rock
Anticipated to be a major revival of the local entertainment scene, the SBMusic Fest slated for September this year is bound to shake off the Covid blues and bring all and sundry together.
Wine of the Week – Jordan Chameleon Sauvignon Blanc-Chardonnay
When it comes to wine, one would always want the best. It is, however, a never-ending quest to get the best wine.