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Namibia gears up for World Skills Competition
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Namibia gears up for World Skills Competition

President Nangolo Mbumba said he is confident Team Namibia will bring the trophy home, as the team prepares to compete at the 47th WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France. Mbumba bid farewell to 14 competitors at their official send-off held at State House on Thursday. The 47th WorldSkills Competition is scheduled to take place from 10...

Wanderers, Kudus equip for semifinals
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Wanderers, Kudus equip for semifinals

Wanderers 1 head coach, Dirk Human, expressed that it is always a privilege to compete in this weekend’s semifinals at Windhoek High School Vegkop.  He highlighted the team’s enthusiasm, as all their squads prepare for the crucial matches. “Some players are very familiar with the grounds, so it will be thrilling to see them return...

Ode to a pair of ex-ballers
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Ode to a pair of ex-ballers

Well, the author came to know Seth Tjazuko during our stint with the newly formed unfashionable Katutura outfit Windhoek Defenders Football Club in 1969. The red and green strip outfit was formed by the football-crazy South African migrant one Robert Mingula who happened to squat at the Single Quarters holed up right in the middle...

Life Fighters appoint new leadership
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Life Fighters appoint new leadership

In the quest to return to Namibia’s top-flight football  scene, Life Fighters have recently appointed a new board of directors to lead the club on an interim basis.  The Otjiwarongo-based team was relegated from the Debmarine Premier League last season, and will now feature in the Northern Stream First Division. The term of office for...

NSA embarks upon next statistical project 
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NSA embarks upon next statistical project 

The NSA will be conducting the Namibia Household Income and Expenditure Survey (NHIES) during 2025 / 26. The NHIES is the primary source of data on income, wealth and expenditure in Namibia and is instrumental in calculating poverty indicators at both household and individual levels. This will be the fifth NHIES to be conducted in...

Over N$1.4 million sponsored for AU MSMEs summit
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Over N$1.4 million sponsored for AU MSMEs summit

Over N$1.4 million has been sponsored by the private sector towards the hosting of the third Annual African Union Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises’ (AU MSME) forum slated for 9 to 13 September 2024 in Windhoek. Speaking at the sponsorship handover event here on Wednesday, the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB)’s Executive for...

Upholding human rights … Debate on bail applications, medical parole for inmates
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Upholding human rights … Debate on bail applications, medical parole for inmates

Namibia’s legal and human rights landscape is under scrutiny. In recent weeks, Namibia has been thrust into a fervent debate over human rights and the criminal justice system, spurred on by the high-profile case of the Fishrot accused.  This controversy has highlighted pressing questions about the intersection of legal principles and human rights, especially regarding...

Women contributions in police architectures
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Women contributions in police architectures

In the shadowy corridors of global crime-fighting, where swift decisions and unwavering resolve dictate the safety of nations, the often-overlooked presence of women in policing emerges not merely as a symbol of inclusion but as a driving force behind a new era of intelligence, empathy and operational excellence.  This article explores the essential role of...

A take on Mbumba’s Heroes’ Day address 
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A take on Mbumba’s Heroes’ Day address 

President Nangolo Mbumba’s keynote address at the 34th Heroes’ Day commemoration in Omuthiya was both powerful and evocative, paying tribute to the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for Namibia’s independence.  His speech was not only a reminder of the past struggles but also a call to action for the future, underlining the...

Explained: Why Namibia is culling over 700 animals
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Explained: Why Namibia is culling over 700 animals

The government has rejected what it terms sensationalised and negative framing surrounding its decision to cull over 700 wild animals, particularly by international media outlets CNN and BBC. The government’s decision through the Environment and Tourism Ministry has been characterised by  certain quarters as wanton disregard for conservation. The government, however, is adamant that its...