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11 May

Swapo members instructed to rally behind Netumbo

LatestSophia Shaningwa

Swapo secretary general, Sophia Shaningwa, has instructed party members to rally behind and support Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the party's presidential candidate.Shaningwa issued a directive to all party wings, affiliates, and the school to begin campaign and mobilisation activities for the upcoming 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections."Without deviating from our core responsibility of delivering basic services to our people, we must re-direct our collective efforts and re-double our commitment, towards ensuring that the SWAPO Party and its Presidential candidate, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah emerges victorious in the November General elections," she said.The party is currently faced with an internal fight with some members…

10 May

CONGRATULATIONS GWEN!

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Windhoek Observer congratulates veteran journalist and former team member of this publication, Gwen Lister for being honoured with a prestigious lifetime achievement award.This is a well-deserved recognition of your stellar work in independent journalism. We're beyond proud of you, Gwen!

08 May

OFFICIALS SUSPENDED

LatestJohanna Shidute

The Walvis Bay municipality has suspended the finance general manager, Frans !Gonteb and Johanna Shidute, the manager for revenue and credit control. !Gonteb confirmed his suspension."Yes, it's true, but I didn't get a letter yet. When I came to the office this morning, the acting chief executive told me in a very nice manner to go home because they decided as such on Tuesday,” he said.He claimed to have received information that his suspicion stemmed from the appointment of Redforce Debt Management to collect outstanding debt on behalf of the municipality.This is a developing story.

08 May

INFLATION RATE

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The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) has indicated that the inflation rate for April stood at 4.8 percent. This is highlighted in the latest Namibia Consumer Price Index report released by the agency.

06 May

MORE MURDER SUSPECTS ARRESTED:

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Two female suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of Christof Fredricks (30) whose mutilated body was discovered in the Otjomuise neighbourhood of Windhoek on Thursday.They are allegedly responsible for intentionally destroying evidence to conceal the identity of the two young men who stand accused of murdering Fredricks and who were arrested on Sunday in Windhoek and Swakopmund.The two women are set to appear in the Katutura Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday.Reporter: Hertta-Maria Amutenja

03 May

NO MORE DRIVING

LatestKing Tee Dee

Kwaito star, Martin Morocky Mbwaluh, who is better known as King Tee Dee, was slapped with a N$6,000 fine by the Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court on 2 May after he was found guilty of driving under the influence of an intoxicating substance. Magistrate Nelao ya France presided over the proceedings. King Tee Dee was arrested in April in Ongwediva for driving while under the influence of alcohol. He was granted bail of N$8,000 when he first appeared in court. Besides slapping him with the hefty fine, Magistrate yaFrance also suspended his driver's license for four months. Report: Martin Endajla

03 May

Mbumba reminds journalists of ethical responsibility

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On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day 2024, President Nangolo Mbumba emphasised the importance of upholding the ethics of journalism in a democratic nation and highlighted the role of journalists in society. Every year, 3 May is a date on which the world celebrates the fundamental principles of press freedom, to evaluate press freedom around the world, to defend the media from attacks on their independence, and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession. The 2024 day is commemorated under the theme "A Press for the Planet: Protecting Journalists and…

30 Apr

CAPACITY INCREASED:

LatestBo-Plaatz Campsite

The Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), has announced the reopening of the Bo-Plaatz Campsite which is situated along the Orange River. This was announced by NWR's spokesperson, Nelson Ashipala on Tuesday. He said that the campsite will officially re-open for visitors on 30 April, following its temporary closure for much-needed renovation work. "The closure of the campsite was necessary to address increased concerns and to expand the capacity of the facility," said Ashipala. He said with assistance from its line ministry, the NWR successfully implemented additional security measures and constructed extra ablution blocks. Ashipala stated that the Bo-Plaatz campsite serves as…

30 Apr

Boxing world champion, Dingaan Thobela has died

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South African three-time world champion boxer Dingaan Thobela better known as ‘The Rose of Soweto’ has died at age 57. Thobela was found dead on Monday in his apartment by members of his family and police after numerous attempts to contact him failed. According to South African media outlets, Thobela was battling illness. At his peak, Thobela held the three world titles in two weight divisions: The WBO title from 1990-1992, the WBA title in 1993 and the WBC super-middleweight title, which he won in 2000. Veteran sports journalist, Carlos Kambaekwa said in a report that Thobela played an instrumental…

29 Apr

Negligence of government properties

LatestBiomass Project in the Otjozondhupa region

National Council Standing Committee on Public Accounts and Economy reported that during a visit to a Biomass Project in the Otjozondhupa region, the Committee found the warehouse with animal feed, maize grains, and an animal feed crushing machine open. The security guard on the site indicated that the warehouse had not been locked in a long time. A report released on Monday, conducted between 09 and 20 October 2023, indicates that Metal pipes were reported to be missing while some were lying outside in the open. Two more brand new animal feed crusher machines and more animal feed were found…