ECB CEO Kahimise praises progress on Diaz Wind Farm construction

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The Electricity Control Board (ECB) CEO, Robert Kahimise, has expressed satisfaction with the ongoing construction work progress of the Diaz Wind Farm. 

InnoSun, a subsidiary of French company InnoVent, is currently constructing the wind farm for N$1.8 billion. 

Police IG Shikongo urges community action against rising crime in Erongo

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Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo has raised concerns over rising crime levels in the Erongo Region, including housebreaking and theft; robbery with aggravating circumstances; fraud and cybercrime targeting pensioners; motor vehicle theft targeting tourists; and assault. 

Minister highlights sanitation challenges despite progress in water supply

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The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform said that, despite significant strides in the supply of potable water to households, sanitation remains a major concern.

Inge Zaamwani said that 40% of households nationally still practice open defecation.

VP Witbooi urges trade fairs to drive local economy and regional development

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Vice President Lucia Witbooi has highlighted the significance of trade fairs, by emphasising that they go beyond buying and selling.  

Witbooi shared this during the official opening of the Rundu Annual Trade Fair, noting that trade fairs empower and strengthen regional economic growth.

China pledges support for Namibia’s industrialisation and value addition

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China's Ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, said Beijing supports Namibia's efforts to develop its manufacturing sector and increase local value addition.

Speaking to the media on Wednesday, Zhao noted that Chinese investments do not only focus on resource extraction.