Violent crimes dominate weekend report

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Violent crimes, including murders, armed robberies and attempted murders, dominated the country's weekend crime report. 

Police recorded 3 murders, including the killing of a 10-year-old girl in Epako, whose lifeless body was discovered wrapped in a bedsheet at Freedom Square.

Spike in suicides, crashes and attacks reported

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An increase in suicides, road fatalities, and violent attacks dominated the weekend police report.

The lifeless body of Hofeni Shoombe (49) was discovered inside a silver VW Kombi on Kupferberg Road in Windhoek, with a gunshot wound to the head; no foul play is suspected.

NIPAM and OPM launch PM’s annual charity gala

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The Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM), in collaboration with the Office of the Prime Minister, inaugurated the Prime Minister's Annual Charity Foundation Gala Dinner. 

|Khomas Regional Council launches 2025–2030 strategic plan

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The |Khomas Regional Council launched its strategic plan for the period 2025/2026 to 2029/2030.

The strategic plan aims to guide the region's socio-economic development, improve service delivery, and enhance the living standards of its population through coordinated efforts and community participation.

Tesla MD urges EVs to cut emissions

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Tesla Energy Solutions Managing Director Elron Awase has encouraged the use of electric vehicles (EVs) to ensure the reduction of carbon emissions.

He was speaking during the City of Windhoek's Zero Emissions Week, which ended over the weekend.

Gift of Life Foundation calls for united front against substance abuse

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The founder of the Gift of Life Foundation, Caroline Engelbrecht, has invited community leaders to work together with other stakeholders in the fight against the use of harmful substances.

Dr Engelbrecht made this call during the Women's Conference at Osona Village, Okahandja.

Mayor urges road safety

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The Mayor of Windhoek, Ndeshihafela Larandja, has urged motorists to be more considerate of cyclists and pedestrians when using the roads.