There has been a significant decline in HIV prevalence among pregnant women in Namibia, the executive director in the health ministry Ben Nangombe has said
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Putin seen as weakened after Wagner revolt
Wagner mercenaries were headed back to base yesterday after Russia’s President Vladimir Putin agreed to allow their leader to avoid treason charges and accept exile in Belarus.
Shipping emissions’ tax still stuck in port
Efforts by France to build a consensus for a global carbon tax on the shipping industry failed to produce significant results at a summit in Paris on Friday.
Cheers in Zambia after landmark debt deal
Hope and relief spread across Zambia on Friday after foreign lenders agreed to restructure part of the country’s debt, a win for president Hakainde Hichilema, who was elected on a promise to strengthen a buckling economy.
Conservationist follows passion to protect environment
Every other day, Max Muyemburuko plies the bumpy roads to remote areas in north-eastern Namibia to engage local communities in protecting wildlife.
Tutaleni gets new police station
The community of Walvis Bay on Wednesday witnessed the official opening of the long-awaited Tutaleni police station, which is aimed at bringing services closer to the community.
Karasburg appointments’ legitimacy questioned
The appointment of acting CEO Hansina Isaacks and the personal assistant to the mayor, Kallie Goliath, on 6 June 2023, has caused chaos in the Karasburg Town Council, said councillor Nesimus Mupiya.
APP’s Kanyetu vows to fight suspension
The leadership of the All People’s Party announced the suspension of its secretary general, Vincent Kanyetu, on Thursday.
National Symbols Campaign to foster patriotism
The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Peya Mushelenga, inaugurated the National Symbols Campaign on Thursday, marking a significant step in promoting the correct use and understanding of Namibia’s national symbols.
Oshikoto borehole water unsafe for consumption
The water of five Oshikoto boreholes, costing approximately N$4 million, is deemed unsafe for human and animal consumption.









