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The appointment of a substantive CEO and a strategic executive after two years of political bickering and infighting has earned the Windhoek ‘silent coalition’ a pat on the back. 

With the Swapo succession battle in full swing, the party’s elders’ council has cautioned participants to adhere to the campaign rules.  

The total debt owed to Otavi town council for municipal services stood at N$57.6 million as of 6 September 2022. 

Deputy minister of urban and rural development Nathalia /Goagoses was disappointed in leaders of the Zambezi region for not showing up to a regional consultation meeting on Wednesday in Katima Mulilo.

Health minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula says the country is at risk of diseases, with the latest development and re-surfacing of 54 cases of H1N1 being confirmed mainly in Otjozondjupa, Khomas and Kavango East regions.

Educator Ariestides Kamatuka, who is accused of sexually violating one of his pupils, was left without legal representation, as he cannot afford his lawyer any longer.

Speaker of the National Assembly Peter Katjavivi says parliament continuously searches for new ways to ensure gender inclusivity and gender equality in all spheres of society, as well as the protection of women through sound legislation.

Colleagues, comrades and fellow councillors have hailed late councillor Aili Venonya as a selfless community servant, who will be remembered for her invaluable contributions  and sacrifice.

The Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) has announced a 48-man squad for the country’s upcoming international tour, which will see the Welwitschias squaring off against Spain and Canada. 

Fresh from a morale-boosting 11-run win over favourites Ireland on Tuesday, the Richelieu Eagles of Namibia will today square off against the Chevrons of Zimbabwe for their second T20 World Cup warm-up clash at the Junction Oval in Melbourne, Australia.