Namibia is well known as a stable, democratic country, committed to stimulating economic growth and employment through foreign investment. However, there is a lack of trust in the police because of the unprofessional conduct, rudeness and violence of many officers.
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Hardap prisoners sow for the future
The World Food Programme (WFP), Lithon project consultants, Hardap prison officials and inmates gathered on Thursday morning outside the Hardap correctional facility to watch the first vegetable seeds being planted to launch the cropping season.
Omaheke starts school year in church
With countrywide outcries regarding the poor performance by learners, this year’s annual back to school service hosted by the ELCRN Ephesians Parish in Gobabis attracted a large number of people seeking audience with God.
Nida axe lands on Gaomab
The Namibia Industrial Development Agency has wielded the axe to suspend CEO Mihe Gaomab with immediate effect, without providing reasons for the move.
Parties attempt unity before vote…as the ministry angles for swift city CEO appointment
Political parties with representatives on the City of Windhoek council are scrambling to outmaneuvre Swapo at their next meeting to elect office bearers while the line ministry is following the chaos closely.
No overtime irks emergency workers
Residents of Otjozondjupa region who might have needed emergency services after 17h00 from yesterday have been left to their own devices as ambulance drivers stopped working overtime after 17h00.
Students commend Unam for changing entry requirements
The Students’ Union of Namibia (SUN) has praised the University of Namibia for its efforts to accommodate students who did not meet the initial admission criteria.
//Kharas schools face uphill battle
With the commencement of the 2023 academic year, government primary schools in the //Kharas region are facing challenges with the provision of space for learners, inadequate classroom furniture and waiting for stationery from government.
Rape rife this weekend
The Namibian Police are expected to apprehend two fathers this week for repeatedly molesting their daughters, aged five and 14, between December 2022 and 13 January 2023.
Kanime vows to clean up city
As the growl from Windhoek residents bemoaning the state of law and order in the city becomes louder, City Police chief Abraham Kanime said his forces would be on the ground to prevent criminals flourishing and try their level best to ensure the safety of residents.