Malaysian High Commission donates N$800,000 to Windhoek Islamic Centre

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The High Commission of Malaysia in Namibia has donated over N$800,000 to the Windhoek Islamic Centre.

The funds will be allocated towards the centre's operational budget for 2025 and 2026.

The soup kitchen provides residents with meals every Friday, after prayer.

NAMCOL registration for Grade 11 and 12 starts 20 January

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NAMCOL registration for both Grade 11 and 12 learners will start on Monday 20 January throughout the country.

Many Namibian learners who do not pass Grades 11 or 12 often see NAMCOL as a second opportunity to improve their symbols in some subjects.

Operation Back2School commences

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The |Khomas Regional Council, in collaboration with the City Police, has commenced Operation Back to School.

The initiative is aimed at ensuring that motorists transporting learners to school prioritise their safety at all times.

EU grants N$43 million to civil society organisations

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The European Union has availed a grant of N$43 million to civil society organisations (CSOs) towards inclusive green growth.

The grant will fund the strengthening of CSOs in contributing to policy debates on sustainable energy and extractive industries.

NYC stand-off over interim board continues

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Affiliates of the National Youth Council (NYC) gathered at the council's head office to voice their dissatisfaction with the appointment of an interim board.

Youth storm NYC headquaters

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An uprising took place today at the National Youth Council (NYC) headquarters in the capital when some affiliate members stormed the office on Pasteur Street.

They expressed dissatisfaction with the appointment of the interim board by the Minister of Sport, Youth, and National Service, Agnes Tjongarero.

Water issues disrupt business at Auas Valley Shopping Centre

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The Auas Valley Shopping Centre has been facing water issues for the past three days, which affected business operations negatively.

Upon nbc News team's arrival, the City of Windhoek's employees were at the scene trying to restore water flow to the complex.

City of Windhoek clears Farm 508 for affected flood victims

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The City of Windhoek (CoW) has established a relocation site for flood victims at Farm 508 close to the Goreangab settlement.

The city has so far put up eight of the fifty tents donated by the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and is busy clearing land for those who wish to set up permanent structures.

Windhoek flood affected victims unhappy with relocation site

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Windhoek residents affected by the weekend's flash floods are unhappy with their designated relocation site.

The site, they say, is located too far from schools and other essential amenities

They are appealing to the municipality to rather focus on availing suitable land to build their houses.