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The community of Walvis Bay on Wednesday witnessed the official opening of the long-awaited Tutaleni police station, which is aimed at bringing services closer to the community.

The appointment of acting CEO Hansina Isaacks and the personal assistant to the mayor, Kallie Goliath, on 6 June 2023, has caused chaos in the Karasburg Town Council, said councillor Nesimus Mupiya.

The leadership of the All People’s Party announced the suspension of its secretary general, Vincent Kanyetu, on Thursday.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Peya Mushelenga, inaugurated the National Symbols Campaign on Thursday, marking a significant step in promoting the correct use and understanding of Namibia’s national symbols. 

The water of five Oshikoto boreholes, costing approximately N$4 million, is deemed unsafe for human and animal consumption.

Auditor general Junias Kandjeke has spanked the Kunene Regional Council with a disclaimer audit opinion, as the auditors were unable to obtain sufficient and appropriate audit evidence to judge the financial statements being audited.

Outgoing chairperson of the SADC Chiefs of Police Sub-Committee and inspector general of the Namibian Police, Joseph Shikongo, recommended that member states lagging behind in securing their communication systems should consult other states.

The Oshikoto Regional Council has spent N$40 million on infrastructure development for the 2022/23 financial year.

During the first quarter of 2023, the economy grew by 5% compared to 7.3% recorded in the corresponding quarter of 2022.

The National Arts Council of Namibia granted funds totalling N$167 232 to eight successful applicants under its cycle one grants’ payment period in 2023.