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Like with other minerals, what Namibians need to continue to ask is whether Namibian diamonds can contribute more to the domestic economy.

De Beers and the government of the Republic of Botswana have reached a new deal on diamond sales that will see Botswana’s Okavango Diamond Company (ODC) receive up to 50% of Debswana production over the duration of the agreement.

Local government plays a fundamental role in the improvement of the livelihoods of the citizens of Namibia, particularly those at the grassroots level. 

A recorded total of 499 344 hectares have burned due to uncontrolled veld fires this year since the start of the fire season in April.

The Oshana Regional Council has made a commitment to continue providing land for both residential and business purposes with a view to address the housing backlog in Eheke settlement, Oshana governor Elia Irimari has said. 

Masikili Junior Primary School on the outskirts of Zambezi region received a donation of two printers from 26 Media, as well as a donation of 10 pairs of school shoes for destitute learners from Nadia Mushabati.

Labour minister Utoni Nujoma has raised concern about the increasing involvement of legal practitioners and consultants in labour matters, saying it delays resolving the same. 

The National Unity Democratic Organisation’s president Utjiua Muiinjangue says the party is saddened and shocked by the passing on of former Otjinene constituency councillor Adolph Kaikakuire Kangootui.

A police crime report into the weekend’s events reveals a series of tragic incidents, resulting in multiple deaths. 

South Africa’s Women’s World Cup preparations were plunged into chaos on Sunday when a shadow national team including a 13-year-old took on Botswana in a friendly as the squad selected for the finals were locked in a dispute with the national association.