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03 May

NO MORE DRIVING

ObserverLatestKing 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:

ObserverLatestBo-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

ObserverLatestDingaan Thobela

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

ObserverLatestBiomass 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…

29 Apr

Namcor and Chevron sign offshore oil exploration agreement

ObserverLatestUtaara Hoveka

The National Petroleum Corporation (Namcor), has signed a farm-out agreement with Chevron to establish Chevron Namibia Exploration Limited (CNEL). This was confirmed by Namcor spokesperson Utaara Hoveka. The venture company will hold an 80% operating working interest in the offshore oil exploration area PEL82. Namcor and Custos Energy will each hold a 10% share in the deal. Ebson Uangutua, interim managing director of Namcor, explained that this partnership reflects a collective vision for the future of Namibia's energy landscape. Reporter: Ester Mbathera

29 Apr

Support Ulm e.V. donates sunscreens worth N$860 000 to SINASRA

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Support Ulm e.V, a non-profit organisation from Ulm, Germany, last week donated sunscreens valued at N$860 000 to Support in Namibia of Albinism Sufferers Requiring Assistance (SINASRA). Under the leadership of Heinz Maier, Support Ulm e.V. facilitated the donation of specially formulated sunscreens for sensitive skin. The donation was presented by Alina Letushila Nelenge, representing Support Ulm e.V. and received by Anette Shililifa, a senior teacher at the School of the Visually Impaired and a member of the SINASRA board. Nelenge, the Corporate Social Investment representative of Ohorongo Cement, emphasised the importance of supporting individuals with albinism, particularly in preparing…

29 Apr

MUN president removed

ObserverLatestDensley Somseb

The national executive committee of the Mine Workers Union of Namibia (MUN) passed a vote of no confidence against its president, Ismael Kasuto and vice president, Densley Somseb.The motion passed during an extra ordination executive meeting held in Tsumeb on Sunday.Hashondali Kakuti, the MUN’s southern regional secretary, who chaired the meeting, confirmed the removal of the two leaders.The reasons for Kasuto and Somseb’s removal according to letters sent to them are the lack of leadership that hampers the organisational health, social cohesion and progress of the union.The union executive appointed Mathew P. Mberiuana to act as president until the next…

27 Apr

Please assist with identifying abandoned baby

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Niël TerblanchéThe police in Walvis Bay are looking for the parents or guardians of a baby girl that was abandoned in the dunes near the Narraville neighbourhood of the harbour town.Chief Inspector Ileni Shapumba the head of the community affairs division of the Namibian Police in the Erongo Region, requested members of the public to assist them in identifying the baby who is approximately 16 months old.According to the report provided by Shapumba, the little girl was found this morning at approximately 07:10 by a man walking in the dunes about 200 meters from the road between Walvis Bay and…

25 Apr

Sworn in

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Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) member Theofelus Kamati, was sworn in this morning as a Member of Parliament in the National Assembly by Chief Justice Peter Shivute.Kamati replaced Vipuakuje Muharukua, who recently resigned from PDM and the National Assembly.Reporter: Stefanus Nashama.