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Khomas governor Laura McLeod-Katjirua has expressed concern over some members of the public’s non-adherence to Covid-19 state of emergency regulations as well as the rampant vandalism of property meant to help fight the pandemic in the informal settlements such as water tanks. 

OMUTHIYA - Health director for Oshikoto Joshua Nghipangelwa has refuted claims some health facilities are without personal protective equipment (PPE).

ONGWEDIVA – Founding President Sam Nujoma has described his late sister Sofia Asino as a pioneering veteran of the liberation struggle, a fearless fighter and a teacher.

OMUTHIYA – The informal settlement of Kuvukiland in Tsumeb will soon be electrified with high-mast lights. 

The Zambezi region is experiencing another African migratory red locust outbreak which is extensively destroying grazing areas and crops.

ONGWEDIVA – All schools in Oshana region, with the exception of Erundu Combined School where a staff member has tested positive for Covid-19, have resumed classes.

President Hage Geingob yesterday paid tribute to the anti-apartheid stalwart and South African human rights lawyer George Bizos following his death on Wednesday.

Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) leader Panduleni Itula has criticised recent measures imposed by government such as enforcing a night curfew countrywide, while gradually reopening schools. 

ONGWEDIVA – The supplementary registration of voters for the upcoming regional council and local authority elections got off to a slow start in both the Omusati and Oshana regions this week. 

OMUTHIYA - The police in Oshikoto have warned to take stern action over the violation of the night curfew imposed recently nationwide to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the country.