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Most of the 410 learners of the Onaakale combined school in Ohangwena region do not miss a day at school because of the 10h00 breakfast of soft porridge.

Despite Government and private sector efforts to bring development closer to the people, some communities in the Zambezi region continually refuse to avail land for such endeavours. 

The Construction Industries Federation (CIF) and the Metal and Allied Namibian Workers Union (MANWU) continue to engage government to cancel projects that have led to the exclusion or will exclude majority Namibian-owned contractors, due to mostly steep financial pre-qualification or qualification requirements. 

Chief human capital and corporate affairs officer at MTC Namibia Tim Ekandjo has called for the top-flight netball league to transition into a professional league.

Petroleum commissioner in the mines and energy ministry Maggy Shino recently said the determination on whether Namibian oil discoveries recorded in the Orange basin are commercially viable, will only be known in the next eight to 12 months.

A Berseba pensioner has taken on the role of caretaker for a 56-year-old woman who is mentally and physically challenged, and battling cancer. 

Communal farmers, especially those from drought-stricken areas, have expressed renewed concerns with the delayed distribution of drought-relief food and related incentives to struggling farmers. 

A 65 year old appellant (accused person) was arrested on 20 November 2022 and was charged with Rape in contravention of section 2 (1) (a) of the Rape Act, Act 8 of 2000, read with the provisions of Act 4 of 2003 in which he is alleged to have raped the complainant..

The late Solomon Seth Manga’s life was one of selflessness, complimented by his incredible undying love and affection for fellow human beings. Kai Meester will always be remembered for his unwavering service to the community, and his spirit of kindness will never be forgotten.