As the nation heads to yet another decisive poll in November, a glance in the rearview mirror provides a glimpse into how Namibia has fared under its three presidencies.
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Local uranium powers the world …as Namibia imports 70% of its electricity
Considering that Namibia is the world’s second-largest uranium producer, it is quite ironic that the country remains confronted with a persistent power supply deficiency which sees it annually importing some 70% of its electricity.
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Marine resources’ plunder continues unabated
The illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing underworld is changing its modus operandi to evade law-enforcement agencies, allowing them to continue plundering natural resources within this sector.
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NBL to pay N$320 million in dividends
The Namibia Breweries Limited, a Heineken subsidiary has announced it will pay shareholders dividends of N$320 million by 17 May 2024.
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Uerikua calls for Lothar von Trotha Street renaming
Otjozondjupa governor, James Uerikua has called for the urgent renaming of the Lothar von Trotha Street at Otjiwarongo, saying the municipality has been slow in executing that specific mandate.
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Toddler kidnapped at Eenhana
A 40-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly grabbed a 16-month-old girl and jumped into a taxi with her.
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Omaheke schools off to slow start after break
Failure by pupils to report for school after the mid-term break in the Omaheke region has irked school authorities.
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Supreme Court alters long sentences
Three acting judges of appeal last week adjusted inordinately long sentences imposed on inmates convicted of gruesome murders, rapes and robberies.
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Chinese defence attaché eager to strengthen ties
NEW Chinese defence attaché in Namibia, colonel Li Shujun says the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is willing to deepen and expand practical cooperation with the Namibian Defence Force (NDF).
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Seal company demands products from police
A local seal harvesting and processing company, Seal Products, has accused the Namibian Police of seizing 501 boxes of seal products without a court order or judicial warrant.