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The recruitment of over 1 400 new Namibia Defence Force trainees is being lauded in the defence corridors as a representation of a true Namibian army, with each political region securing a minimum of 103 slots. 

Those leading the ruling party can no longer pretend that everything is well, while Swapo is engulfed by an inferno of tribalism, factionalism, corruption and infiltration by enemies, a concerned group of stalwarts highlighted yesterday. 

Swapo’s internal campaign has become increasingly robust with a heated argument between party secretary general Sophia Shaningwa and information minister and central committee member Peya Mushelenga almost souring yesterday’s event in Eenhana, Ohangwena region. 

A Nigerian couple who lived in Namibia for over 30 years saw that the country faced a critical need for technical skills and established Shalom Vocational Training Centre in Grootfointein serving the unemployed youth in various trades. 

After visiting some villages in the Ohangwena region, Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said water is a major challenge in Ohangwena and needs to be addressed immediately.

Parliamentarian Josef Kauandenge said he is ashamed and concerned that the Rwandan government has dedicated an entire room depicting the 1904–1908 genocide of the Nama and Herero people, but this pivotal historical event is nowhere to be seen in Namibia.

University of Namibia vice chancellor Kenneth Matengu has boasted about the quality of the institution’s qualifications, saying graduates are sought-after and occupy notable international positions.

The MTC Salute Boxing Academy will next month host its much-anticipated boxing bonanza in the capital, where Fillemon Nghutenanye will defend his WBA Pan African flyweight title against Tanzania’s Ally Ngwando. 

Following the devastating socio-economic impact of Covid-19 and a stagnant economy, President Hage Geingob said the observation of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is an appropriate occasion to reflect on and renew government commitments in the fight against poverty.