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A Swapo central committee member and delegate to the party’s seventh elective congress slated for next week has hailed the manner in which party leaders vying for the top positions have campaigned. 

In a fresh twist of events in the Debmarine Namibia Premiership, long-time Tura Magic gaffer Gareth ‘Fortune’ Eichab has separated from the club, and the reasons for his sudden departure remain unclear.

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The economics of green hydrogen is challenging today, primarily because the underlying costs, skill, knowledge and availability of renewable energy sources vary widely.

Mines and energy minister Tom Alweendo yesterday confirmed the appointment of Robert Kahimise as the new CEO of the Electricity Control Board. Without divulging the details of the appointment, Alweendo simply replied: “I can confirm”, when asked about the new appointment. 

Finance minister Iipumbu Shiimi said government remains committed to improving the socio-economic condition of Namibians and will continue to support vulnerable members of society given the availability of resources and as the global, regional and domestic economic situations improve.

Safety minister Albert Kawana says government will study this week’s High Court judgement that could see former parliamentarian Geoffrey Mwilima released
from prison, pending a medical examination. 

Two fishing vessels of a reputable horse mackerel fishing company based in Walvis Bay were allegedly spotted trawling within the restricted 200 metres isobath in June this year.

Some former Air Namibia employees are camping at the liquidated national airline offices due to unpaid severance packages. 

President Hage Geingob has told prime minister of Lesotho Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane to govern with principles and deliver the promises he made for the Basotho who voted him into power last month.