EDUCATION MINISTER ADDRESSES ZAMBEZI SCHOOL FLOODS

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The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, said they are handling the flood situation affecting schools in the Zambezi Region.

FAMILY IN ANGUISH OVER MISSING MAN IN WINDHOEK

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The family of Kashanu Iyambo, known as Tuna, is in anguish following the disappearance of their 25-year-old son. Tuna travelled to Windhoek to take up a position at a kapana vendor in Otjomuise but disappeared less than 24 hours after his arrival.

FLOODS THREATEN CLOSURE OF NANKUNTWE COMBINED SCHOOL

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Seasonal floods have severely affected Nankuntwe Combined School, making it only accessible by boat. The school faces possible closure after parents refused to allow its relocation, citing past experiences of property loss.

NAB, UNAM RENEW FOOD SECURITY PARTNERSHIP

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The Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) and the University of Namibia (UNAM) renewed their strategic partnership aimed at enhancing food security and advancing research, innovation and capacity building in the country’s agriculture sector. 

NAMIBIA FILM WEEK 2026 CONCLUDES SUCCESSFULLY

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The 2026 Namibia Film Week concluded successfully on Sunday, bringing together filmmakers, creatives and industry professionals from Namibia and across Africa to celebrate the growth of the country's film sector and strengthen collaboration within the creative industry.

SHIWEDA MURDER CASE POSTPONED TO APRIL

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The case of six suspects charged with the murder and conspiracy to murder of the late Control Prosecutor Justine Shiweda has been postponed to 8 April 2026.

The accused will remain in custody until then, when a bail hearing date for accused 6, Fillemon Nakanduungile, will be set. 

HOME OWNERSHIP SLIPS FROM YOUNG NAMIBIANS

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The prospect of home ownership is becoming increasingly difficult for many young Namibians, particularly in Windhoek, where property prices continue to rise.

INFORMAL WORKERS START DAY BEFORE DAWN

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For hundreds of workers living in Windhoek's informal settlements, the workday begins long before sunrise. Many wake up as early as four o'clock in the morning to secure transport from local bus terminals to their places of employment.

ACADEMIA STRUGGLES TO MATCH LABOUR MARKET DEMANDS

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Local labour scholar Dr Michael Akuupa says Namibian higher education institutions are struggling to keep pace with rapidly evolving global academic curricula and the demands of emerging labour markets.