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A small group of Namibians founded the South West Africa People’s Organisation (Swapo) on 19 April 1960 to fight for the independence of their country from colonial rule. Sixty-three years later, Swapo remains one of Africa’s most storied political parties, with a legacy of struggle and success that has inspired generations.

The Shack Dwellers Federation (SDF), in collaboration with its various partners, yesterday handed over 57 houses at Gobabis’ Freedom Square location.

Namibians have no choice but to keep on tightening their belts and reduce spending even more after the Bank of Namibia yesterday increased the repo rate again, this time with 25 basis points, from 7% to 7.25%. This brings the prime lending rate to 11%. 

The Namibia University of Science and Technology management has cleared itself of any wrongdoing in the face of an avalanche of allegations, including impropriety, tribalism, nepotism and abuse of power. 

Adelino Julio Baptista, the head coach of relegation-threatened Citizens FC, has refused to get carried away with his side’s newly-discovered resurgence, which saw them beating both Tura Magic and Unam over the weekend to collect maximum points. 

Athletic Club Football Academy (ACFA) delivered one of their best performances this season when they defeated Pioniers Boys 3-0 on Saturday at the Trustco United field during their MTC HopSol Youth League U/19 clash.

Local entrepreneur Samuel Chikambi has advised Namibian youth to do what they love and not wait for a job or connections.

Attracting investments remains at the top of Namibia’s economic agenda. 

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) and the World Bank Group recently concluded a Chelete Cage pitch event, providing a platform for innovative start-ups and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to raise funds and meet their capital requirements.