Family of five loses home in Otjiwarongo fire

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A family of five at Otjiwarongo's informal settlement was left homeless after their corrugated iron house was gutted by fire last night.

The family said a 70-year-old grandmother was trying to light her smoking pipe in the house.

Nasria donates N$350,000 to nine institutions

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Nine institutions have received a donation of N$350,000 from the Namibia Special Risks Insurance Association (Nasria).

The Namibia Brave Warriors will receive the majority of the sponsorship, specifically N$100,000, as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Moses ||Garoëb donates blankets to elderly, vulnerable

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The |Khomas Region's Moses ||Garoëb Constituency has donated 100 blankets to the elderly and vulnerable people.

The donation is part of the winter safety-net project, which aims to showcase the development initiatives to improve the living conditions of the elderly and the needy.

McNab urges ongoing support for elderly and vulnerable

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Hardap Governor Riaan McNab has called on community leaders and citizens to ensure that elderly and vulnerable members of society are not left behind, urging for continued support beyond ceremonial events.

McNab, together with other sponsors, handed over 200 food parcels to senior citizens at Rehoboth.

Safe Haven brings hope to Katutura

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In the heart of the Okahandja Park informal settlement in Katutura, a safe haven is giving hope to children in the community. 

Local resident Albertina Eises is offering afternoon classes, day care, and meals to children in the area, creating a nurturing space where they can learn, play, and grow.

Free legal advice offered to Windhoek residents

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The Law Society of Namibia (LSN), in conjunction with the Ombudsman and the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations, hosted a free legal assistance programme today in the capital.

The legal consultations took place at the Katutura UN Plaza and the NG Kerk in Eros.