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19 Oct

Over 230 unclaimed bodies inmortuary, some dating back nine years… lack of funds, procedures, and legal concerns plague efforts to address dilemma

info_e12wt4csMainOver 230 unclaimed bodies inmortuary, procedures, some dating back nine years… lack of funds

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Windhoek State Mortuary is grappling with a profound issue involving an alarming number of unclaimed bodies, tallying over 230 with some dating back as far as 2014.This situation was conveyed by Chief Inspector Oscar Shatipamba, head of forensic pathology at the police mortuary, and Chief Mortuary Assistant Leonard Dausab while briefing the Parliament Standing Committee on Gender Equality, Social Development, and Family Affairs during their visit to the mortuary to assess its condition this week.Shatipamba revealed that the police mortuary’s body chambers are currently holding 36 adult unclaimed bodies and 20 fetuses, primarily stemming from cases of…

18 Oct

Mid Week Review

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African Stars FC vs Eeshoke Chula Chula FC (1: 1)Namibian football enthusiasts experienced a spectacular event this weekend when African Stars faced off against Eeshoke Chula Chula at the Hage Geingob Stadium. The game lived up to its billing, delivering a level of excitement that had not been witnessed in Namibian football for quite some time. The crowd in attendance was historic, and while the final result was a one-all draw, fans left the stadium with a sense that the match was well worth their time.UNAM FC vs FC Ongos (0:3)FC Ongos continued its impressive run in the league by…

18 Oct

NFA Extra Ordinary Congress approves statute revisions, paving way for Elective Congress

info_e12wt4csSportsNFA Extra Ordinary Congress approves statute revisions, paving way for Elective Congress

Windhoek, Namibia - In a significant development for Namibian football, the Namibia Football Association (NFA) hosted an extraordinary congress over the weekend to ratify crucial changes in its statutes. The amendments, notably granting increased voting powers to members, have far-reaching implications for the future governance of football in the country. The congress's decisions have also set the stage for the forthcoming NFA Elective Congress scheduled for November 17, 2023, under the supervision of the FIFA Normalization Committee. The NFA's extraordinary congress, held with the participation of NFA members and other stakeholder, the key items on the agenda were revisions to…

18 Oct

Nida blamed for Naute Dam irrigation farm electricity failure

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNida blamed for Naute Dam irrigation farm electricity failure

Martin Endjala The Namibia Industrial Development Agency (Nida) is facing criticism over a continuing electricity outage at the Naute Dam Irrigation Farm. The farm has reportedly been without electricity for the past three weeks. According to Willem Labuschagne, Keetmanshoop Rural Constituency Councilor in the //Kharas region, workers at the farm expressed their disappointment with the current state of affairs. Labuschagne attributes the electricity closure to Nida and questions its ability to manage such a critical project that significantly contributes to the economy due to its lack of capital capacity. “If you go there now, the dates stored are rotting as…

18 Oct

Africa must stand united during energy renaissance

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Niël Terblanché President Hage Geingob has stressed the urgent need for African nations to collaborate on constructing robust and environmentally responsible industries for a sustainable future. While addressing the official opening of Africa Energy Week in Cape Town, the Namibian Head of State called for unity when new energy policies are created around the development of sustainable energy projects. Geingob stressed the importance of renewed unity while African nations pursue industrialization. He pointed to the critical role of reliable and quality energy supply in driving economic development and achieving goals such as Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want and the…

18 Oct

NANSO expresses solidarity with Palestine and condemns the conflict

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Niël Terblanché Pedro Muyo-yeta, Acting Secretary for Political and International Affairs of the Namibian National Students Organization (NANSO), expressed unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people and vehemently denounced the recent escalation in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that began in the first week of October. The statement, released by NANSO, decries the ongoing violence and oppression faced by the Palestinian people, highlighting the detrimental impact on students and the future of education in the region. The conflict escalated significantly when the Palestinian resistance group, Hamas, launched a daring attack from Gaza into Israel. In response, Israel initiated a series of airstrikes on…

18 Oct

Walvis Bay Municipality unveils ambitious economic vision

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Niël Terblanché John Esterhuizen, Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Walvis Bay Municipality, presented an ambitious vision for the town’s forward-thinking economic development at the Stakeholder Engagement on the Local Economic Development Strategic (LED) Implementation Plan. With a clear objective outlined in the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan, the Walvis Bay Municipal Council aims to create a conducive business environment, incorporating an enhanced service delivery strategy to attract investors and foster economic and employment opportunities. Acknowledging the town’s thriving industries in fishing, tourism, and logistics over the past three decades, Esterhuizen stressed the need for transformation to ensure Walvis Bay’s continued global…

18 Oct

25 allegedly denied drought relief food for wearing LPM t-shirts

info_e12wt4csNational News25 allegedly denied drought relief food for wearing LPM t-shirts

Stefanus Nashama Landless People’s Movement (LPM) northern central region office has claimed unfair distribution of drought relief food in the Eenhana constituency of the Ohangwena region. According to LPM Political Action Committee Member, Silas Moses, about 25 people were denied food because they were wearing the party’s regalia during the handover ceremony last year. Moses yesterday told Windhoek Observer that LPM received complaints from members of the Opalasha community regarding the unfair distribution of the drought relief food. “Community members were asked to burn the LPM t-shirts or remove the clothing or else they must go and get the food…

18 Oct

NDF Recognizes Soldiers with Medals

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Stefanus Nashama The Namibian Defence Force (NDF) has honoured and acknowledged its generals and other senior officers with medals for their achievements and contributions to the military’s service. Speaking at the medal parade ceremony yesterday, Chief of the Namibian Defence Force, Air Marshal Martin Pinehas, said military medals are a central and instrumental part of military life presented to officers who have made exclusive commitments to their assigned duties and functions within the Namibian NDF. “Honoring and awarding of medals is a military tradition that has persisted over the years, dating back many decades and centuries,” Pinehas said. According to…

18 Oct

Urban ministry spends over N$4 million on Havana electrification

info_e12wt4csNational NewsUrban ministry spends over N$4 million on Havana electrification

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has allocated N$4,234,111.78 to fund the electrification of Havana Extension 6 and 7 Phase II, which connected 105 households to the electricity grid. The primary aim of the electrification drive is to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Havana Extension 6 and 7 by providing them with access to essential electricity services. Joseph Uapingene, the Mayor of Windhoek, emphasised the city’s commitment to prioritising the electrification of informal settlements. “This is indeed a very important project, and I applaud the progress made thus far. The City of Windhoek…