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Five northern regions – Oshana, Oshikoto, Ohangwena, Omusati and Kunene north – owe the taxman a cumulative N$9.3 billion, the Namibia Revenue Agency revealed. 

Namibia University of Science and Technology’s chief legal brain Joshua Kaumbi has withdrawn a suit against his employer wherein he challenged his suspension.

The coastal tourism sector is urging the ministry of home affairs to deploy more officials or explore the possibility of exempting tourists arriving on cruise ships from face-to-face or physical inspections.

Social welfare minister Doreen Sioka has unequivocally condemned the appalling child abuse incident that took place in Gobabis in the Omaheke region last month. 

Erongo governor Neville Andre has said there is a need for Namibians to follow an open and inclusive policy-making process. 

A renowned businessman in Kavango West region, Winnie Metzeger of Metzeger Drilling, who is also the current operator at the Musese Green Scheme, fulfilled his corporate social responsibility by donating 4 000 bags of maize meal to Kavango West Regional Council on Monday.

The Ondangwa Town Council officially commissioned a water tower with a capacity of 540 cubic metres on the ground and 240 cubic metres on the elevated portion on Thursday.

A 39-year-old man allegedly stole seven goats, worth N$7 000, from his employer at Okandombo village in the Oshikoto region.

Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has revealed that Namibia spends N$200 million on youth development policies per annum.

As an emerging market, Namibia finds herself frequently competing directly and indirectly with other nations to capture the attention of investors, tourists and potential trading partners.