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Okongo Community Rallies to Raise N$465,000 for Local Economic
The push for local economic empowerment in northern Namibia received a significant boost yesterday as the OMALUDI Gala Dinner successfully raised N$465,700.00. The event, held at the Okongo Village Council, centered on the theme “Agriculture and Tourism for Sustainable Economic…
Windhoek Strengthens Road Safety as MVA Fund Donates CCTV Cameras Worth N$141,000
The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund of Namibia donated advanced surveillance equipment valued at N$141,000 to the City of Windhoek, in a move aimed at strengthening road safety measures across the capital. The handover, which took place on Friday in Windhoek,…
Truck Driver Arrested in Zambezi for Alleged N$1,000 Bribery Attempt at Checkpoint
A 35-year-old truck driver is in police custody in the Zambezi Region after allegedly attempting to bribe a traffic officer during a roadside inspection. According to Detective Senior Inspector Muyumbano Manyando, station commander of the Menias Brian Libuto Police Station,…
Outjo Man Arrested with N$259,000 Worth of Drugs on Otjiwarongo Road
A 35-year-old man from Outjo is expected to appear in the Otjiwarongo Magistrate’s Court this week following his arrest in connection with a drug trafficking case. The arrest was carried out by police on Tuesday, 21 April, after officers intercepted…
Kavango East Responds to Netball Namibia Statement on U-19 Team Selection
The Kavango East Netball Association (KENA) has issued a formal response following an earlier statement by Netball Namibia regarding the selection of the preliminary Under-19 national team. In its response dated 21 April 2026, KENA acknowledged the national body’s outlined…
Inmate Dies After Sudden Collapse in Rundu Police Custody
A 37-year-old male inmate has died after being rushed to Intermediate Hospital Rundu in the early hours of Monday, with medical personnel confirming his death upon arrival. According to a police report issued by Deputy Commissioner Kanyetu, the detainee reportedly…
Health Ministry Uncovers Suspected Medicine Theft and Stock Manipulation
The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) has launched an internal investigation following allegations of fraud involving staff members linked to the country’s pharmaceutical supply system. In a media statement issued on 17 April 2026, the Ministry revealed that…
Government Dismisses Viral Claims of Foreign Truck Driver Recruitment
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has moved to shut down circulating claims on social media suggesting that foreign truck drivers are being recruited to work in Namibia. In a public notice issued on Friday, the Ministry…
