Winning an international medal does not automatically qualify Namibian athletes for financial rewards, the Namibia Sports Commission (NSC) has clarified. Speaking at a media briefing on the National Sports Rewards Programme, NSC Chief Administrator Simataa Mwiya said athletes must meet…
The Nkurenkuru Town Council has provided clarification regarding the absence of several popular Kavango West artists from the upcoming Nkurenkuru Expo entertainment line-up. The Updated World reached out to the Nkurenkuru Town Council to seek clarification on why some well-known…
A 42-year-old Omuthiya man accused of raping seven minors has been remanded in custody after making his first appearance in the Omuthiya Magistrate’s Court on Monday. Frans Johannes, a former school administrator at a private school in Omuthiya, faces seven…
Namibian parliamentarian Olivia Hanghuwo has joined lawmakers from across Africa in discussions aimed at advancing gender equality and strengthening women’s participation in decision making on the continent. Hanghuwo took part in the inaugural meeting of the Women Caucus of the…
A 51-year-old man from Oshakati has been arrested in connection with an alleged rape case involving a female journalist who reportedly became unconscious while at his residence in June. According to the police, the woman allegedly became dizzy and weak…
The entertainment line-up for the upcoming Nkurenkuru Expo has sparked discussion after only one prominent artist from Kavango West secured a place on the performance roster. Among the well-known musicians from the region, only MGEEE has been confirmed to perform,…
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has allocated N$10 million to the Food/Cash for Work Programme for the first time in the current financial year, providing temporary income support to vulnerable households while strengthening community resilience. Speaking on behalf…
Police in the Omusati Region have launched an investigation after a 32-year-old Angolan woman was allegedly raped by three men near a cuca shop in Oshitukafitu Village, Outapi Constituency. The alleged incident occurred at around 21:00 on Friday, 17 July,…
A medical doctor employed at Onandjokwe Hospital will remain in custody after the State opposed his release on bail when he appeared in the Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court on Friday on a charge of alleged sexual assault. The accused, Dennis Iipumbu…
The Catholic Church has officially ordained Father Linus Ngenomesho as the second Bishop of the Apostolic Vicariate of Rundu, ushering in a new chapter of leadership for the Church in northern and north-eastern Namibia. The ordination ceremony, held over the…
