The South African Savings Institute, an independent non-profit organisation, has echoed the sentiments of some Namibian economists that ever-increasing interest rates are driving many into poverty and is pushing the domestic and regional economies onto the edge of a recession.
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Math muddle leaves N$23m tender in limbo
The review panel of the tender board has turned to the High Court to have its own decision in a N$23.7 million tender set aside.
Food poison death toll climbs
Swapo Party Women’s Council secretary Fransina Kahungu has called on Namibians to support Kayova’s grief-stricken family, who have since Sunday morning lost about 13 people to date after eating dinner at their homestead.
Woman arrested for selling birds
A 28-year-old woman was allegedly arrested for being in possession of cooked wild bird meat at Casablanca shebeens centre in Oshivelo, Oshikoto region.
Re-elected Zambezi chairperson preaches unity of purpose
Re-elected Zambezi Regional Council chairperson for the management committee Matengu Simushi, urged fellow council members to do away with infightings and focus on regional development.
Omaheke management committee election today
Omaheke Regional Council will today host its 3rd extraordinary meeting, where new members of the regional council’s management committee will be elected to serve for the next two and a half years.
Okahandja five killings still ‘under investigation’
The Namibian Police have said no arrests have been made in the shooting incident that occurred in Okahandja last month, where five suspected robbers were allegedly killed by the police.
Woman raped on her way home
A 26-year-old woman was allegedly raped on Saturday around 23h00 on her way home in Oshakati’s Onawa location.
Conference to discuss media matters
Fesmedia Africa’s conference, which will focus on issues related to digital rights, access to information, freedom of expression, press freedom, media sustainability and human rights, is set to commence today at the Country Club Resorts in Namibia.
Khomas basketball league on a break
The Khomas Basketball League will go on a break following the conclusion of Game Weeks nine and 10, with the University of Namibia (Unam) Wolves continuing their dominance in the Men’s Premier League.