TENSIONS RISE OVER RELOCATION OF ǂHAUB SAN COMMUNITY

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Tensions are rising at Meyerton Farm in the Kunene Region, where members of the ǂHaub San community say they have been unfairly relocated from their homes to a smaller unit on the farm. 

They took to the streets to protest the government's decision. 

KUNENE RESIDENTS TRAINED IN BEEKEEPING

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Fifteen Kunene residents were trained in beekeeping, where they were introduced to modern beekeeping practices and techniques for sustainable honey production.

NAMIBIA’S 36TH INDEPENDENCE DAY PREPS NEAR COMPLETION IN KUNENE

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Preparations for Namibia’s 36th Independence Day celebrations in the Kunene Region are nearing completion, with the organisers expressing confidence that the town of Khorixas is ready to host the regional event scheduled for March 21, 2026.

KUNENE GOVERNOR BLAMES POVERTY, STAFF SHORTAGES FOR POOR EXAM RESULTS

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Kunene Governor Vipuakuje Muharukua says high poverty levels, long walking distances, teaching staff shortages, and poor infrastructure are some of the key reasons for the region's continued poor performance in the Senior Secondary Certificate, Ordinary Level, and Advanced Subsidiary Level examinations.

Mine burial incident reported in Kunene

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The Minister of Mines and Energy has confirmed that his office is aware of an incident in which a small-scale miner was reportedly buried alive in the Kunene Region earlier this month.

Hundreds queue at Havana three-way for Kaoko Fria jobs

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Hundreds of people lined up at the Havana three-way in the capital to apply for employment for phase one of the construction of the Kaoko Fria Smart City along the coast in the Kunene Region, covering about 85,000 hectares.

Residents question tenure of councillors at |Gaio Daman Traditional Authority

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Residents of Ward 10 at Grootberg say several senior traditional councillors of the |Gaio Daman Traditional Authority continue to serve despite their tenures having expired.

The community says this raises serious concerns about governance and compliance with the Traditional Authorities Act.

IREMA Scheme Uplifts 68,000 in Kunene

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Some 68,000 people in the Kunene Region have benefited from the IREMA Livestock Revolving Scheme Project, designed to boost household income and food security.

Implemented in Fransfontein, Sesfontein, and Warmquelle, the six-year initiative, valued at N$164 million, wrapped up last year.

Learners turn out for Constitution Day in Opuwo

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A large number of learners attended the official celebrations of Constitution Day, held at Opuwo in the Kunene Region.
 
The Office of the Ombudsman, who hosted the event, emphasised the protection and respect for the rights of children at all times.