ECN urges stakeholder participation ahead of 2025 elections

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The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has noted important achievements in preparation for the 2025 Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections and has asked all stakeholders to be part of the democratic electoral process and ensure its integrity. 

Veteran Nurse Shaumbwa dies at 85

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Ndakondjelua Shaumbwa, a long-serving nurse, midwife, and veteran of the liberation struggle, has died at the age of 85. Her death on the 16th of September was confirmed by her nephew, Jackson Wahengo.

Man kills wife and commits suicide in Greenwell Matongo

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A man allegedly killed his wife in Windhoek's Greenwell Matongo locality in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Police in a statement said 53-year-old Alweendo David allegedly shot his wife, forty-three-year-old Elizabeth Nepando Hambelela Alweendo, at their home in Greenwell Matongo.

Former student leaders pay tribute to Isaiah Kavendjii

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Former student leaders have paid tribute to their late peer, Isaiah Zemburukee Kavendjii, who died at the age of 53 in Windhoek.

Kavendjii passed away on Tuesday following a short illness at Katutura State Hospital.

Senior citizens dominate early voter turnout in Kamanjab by-election

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Senior citizens were the dominant demographic at the start of voting in the Kamanjab Constituency by-elections today. 

While voter turnout in more remote areas was hampered by inaccessible roads in flooded areas, those who turned up called for tangible development in their areas.

MoHSS reports suspected cholera outbreak in Opuwo

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The Ministry of Health and Social Services wishes to inform the public about a suspected outbreak of cholera in Opuwo, Kunene Region.

Outstanding test results following the death of a minor in Opuwo Hospital this week are feared to point to cholera.

Kamanjab Deputy Chair Resigns from PDM

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The Deputy Chairperson of the Kamanjab Village Council in the Kunene Region, Abiole Karunga, resigned from his party, the Popular Democratic Movement, on Friday.

Selma Kamanya Shines at Miss World, Places in Top Eight

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Miss World Namibia, Selma Kamanya, made history by securing a spot in the Top Eight at the 72nd Miss World event held in Hyderabad, the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Telangana. 

The prestigious title, contested by 107 other hopefuls, was awarded to Miss Thailand, Suchata Chuangsri.