Over the last few years, there has been a lot of talk about building the Namibian House and making it an inclusive, inviting and nurturing place for all. Sadly, I have to say, it’s not as all encompassing as we like to think.
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Black farmers begged to support Meatco
One of Namibia’s prominent farmers Albert Tjihero has urged communal and commercial farmers to throw their weight behind the Meat Corporation of Namibia.
Rooies leaves no trace
The Namibian Police have failed to produce any useful information that could lead to the apprehension of fugitive former magistrate Walter ‘Rooies’ Mostert.
Psychiatrist’s rape acquittal stands
The State has lost its bid to approach the Supreme Court to appeal the acquittal of psychiatrist Pieter van der Westhuizen, who is accused of raping one of his patients at his consulting rooms in Swakopmund.
NNFU introduces Shamathe as CEO
The Namibia National Farmers Union (NNFU) President Jason Emvula yesterday introduced Kuniberth Shamathe as the federation’s CEO.
Mutwa followers declare him as new Masubia chief
A faction of the Masubia royal family has declared Gilbert Muhongo Mutwa as the new Masubia chief in a move expected to trigger a storm.
Thriving with blindness … blind Zambezi man turns sleepy village into tourism mecca
All people face hardship – but for many, the thought of losing their sight is a horrifying prospect.
State wants life for murder-for-hire convicts
State advocate Marthino Olivier has asked Windhoek High Court Judge Johanna Salionga to sentence three persons, convicted of murder and conspiracy to commit murder, to life in prison.
Oniipa council vows to suspend CEO again
The chairperson of the management committee of the Oniipa Town Council, Jafet Augustus, believes there are still valid grounds to suspend under-fire local authority CEO Junias Jakob. Jakob, who was temporarily removed in mid-November, was reinstated with immediate effect this week by the recently sworn-in council, which is headed by mayor Hileni Idhogela.
Severity of Omicron investigated – WHO
The World Health Organisation has said scientists are working around the clock to understand more about the severity and impact of the Omicron variant.
