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THE biggest life insurer in Africa, Sanlam, last week reported its latest financial results showing its financial services totalled R12.4 billion, which is record achievement from the group and ended 21% higher on a per share basis.

POPULAR Democratic Movement (PDM) parliamentarian and shadow finance minister, Nico Smit last week said despite the 2024/25 national budget being impressive, the additional liquidity has not been properly channelled. 

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The Windhoek High Court on Thursday dismissed a N$408 791 lawsuit against prominent Namibian musician Lazarus Shiimi, well-known by his stage name Gazza.

Rap sparked her love of music throughout her school years, and she admired singers like Nicki Minaj. But since the release of her debut single “//gautere” featuring DJ Hoppy in 2019, Rencia Gontes, better known by her stage name Ricki G, has been immersed in the music industry.

Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) company secretary Fillemon Immanuel has announced that NSFAF, under the directive of the Office of the Prime Minister, is actively reviewing its funding policy to enhance inclusivity and equity.

The University of Namibia (UNAM) Foundation is prioritising the construction of an academic hospital for the training of medical practitioners, and for enhanced access to quality care for Namibians.

Swapo over the weekendagreed to honour its constitution by allowing Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah (NNN) to act as the party’s president until its extraordinary congress is held in April 2025.

Its sea of supporters and once-dominant blue and yellow colours might have vanished from the local political arena, but Congress of Democrats’ president Vaino Amuthenu insists the party is still alive and on the comeback trail.