MVA Fund warns of rising pedestrian accidents

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John Haufiku, Chief of Corporate Communications at the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund, has raised concerns about the increase in pedestrian-related accidents, reporting that four to five such incidents occur each week.

Zimbabwe Independent editor Faith Zaba detained

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Faith Zaba, editor of the Zimbabwe Independent, was detained this week after publishing a satirical column that mocked President Emmerson Mnangagwa and referred to Zimbabwe as a "mafia state." 

Oviritje star Jane Kavita dies

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Renowned Oviritje artist Jane Kavita has died following a long battle with cancer. She died at the Windhoek Central Hospital this week, where she had been admitted for the past three weeks. 

She was 44.

Iceland concludes Samherji fishrot investigation

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Iceland’s District Prosecutor has concluded a five-year investigation into the fishing giant Samherji regarding its alleged involvement in the 'Fishrot corruption scandal.'

Tax return deadline today - NamRA

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Today is D-day for the submission of individual tax returns, and the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has issued a reminder to that effect.

14-year-old boy arrested after allegedly raping three minor boys

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A 14-year-old boy was arrested in the Omusati Region after allegedly raping three minor boys.

Omusati Police Commander Ismael Basson said the three boys were collecting cattle from the grazing field when the suspect allegedly caught them one by one, undressed them, and raped them.

Police Chief vows crackdown on drug networks

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The Namibian Police Force has committed to intensifying its efforts against drug trafficking networks. During the observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Police Chief Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo issued a stern warning to criminal syndicates.

Climate change experts warn against deepening crisis

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Climate change advocates on the continent have sounded urgent warnings on the continent's deepening climate crisis, calling for immediate action to strengthen resilience and protect vulnerable communities.

ECN anticipates smooth election process in Sesfontein

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The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) says it has taken extra precautions to ensure a smooth and credible by-election in the Sesfontein Constituency, applying lessons learnt from last year's Presidential and National Assembly elections that were marred by technical difficulties.

Katjimune's neutrality comes under scrutiny

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The neutrality of expert witness Jonathan Katjimune has come under scrutiny in the ongoing legal dispute over the Ovaherero Paramount Chieftaincy, currently before the Windhoek High Court.