Beifang Mining faces worker backlash over alleged unfair labour practices

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Swakopmund-based Beifang Mining Technology Services is under fire from its workers for alleged unfair labour practices.

Employees marched through the streets of Swakopmund, alleging that the company alters employment contracts and reduces hourly rates without consultation.

Erongo Governor urges decongestion and better housing

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The Erongo Regional Governor has emphasised the need to decongest shacks and provide decent housing for residents.

Her call follows the death of two minors in a shack fire last Wednesday at DRC Swakopmund.

Cruise liner season kicks off

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With the cruise liner season approaching, Walvis Bay Harbour is preparing to welcome approximately 40 passenger vessels.

The Mein Schiff 4 cruise liner was the first to arrive, carrying about 2,500 passengers.

John Savva buried

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Hundreds of mourners bid farewell to the iconic businessman John Savva, who was buried at the Walvis Bay cemetery this afternoon (Sat).

Since the influential businessman died last week, mourners shared testimonies about how his generosity and leadership transformed lives.

Erongo Region electrification rises to 78%

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Public-private partnerships have the potential to increase the current rate of electrification in the Erongo Region from 78% to more than 80%.

This is according to the regional electricity distribution body, Erongo Red.
 
 Out of 75 000 households in Erongo, 16 700 remain unelectrified. 

John Savva’s lasting legacy remembered

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Namibians from all walks of life united on Friday night to honour and reflect on the life of the late iconic businessman, John Savva at Walvis Bay.

Savva died last week Saturday.