Police identify officer shot dead in Walvis Bay as Simasiku Matongo

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Police have identified the officer who was gunned down at Walvis Bay on Wednesday as 34-year-old Simasiku Matongo.

A report released this evening indicated that Matongo was murdered in cold blood by a suspected criminal, Jacques Pienaar.

Seaside Primary School raises over N$100,000 for new administration building

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Seaside Primary School at Walvis Bay raised over N$100,000 for the construction of an administration building.

Seaside Primary School at Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay, opened doors in 2017, with 600 learners and 19 teachers.

This figure has since increased to 1,700 children with about 60 staff members.

CNFA warns of job losses over new bycatch limits

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The Confederation of Namibian Fishing Associations (CNFA) fears job losses in the industry because of the newly introduced bycatch limits.

The Chairperson, Matti Amukwa, highlighted the concern at a recent event at Walvis Bay.

Narraville residents alarmed by rising crime and drug abuse

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Walvis Bay's Narraville residents have raised alarm over rising crime and drug abuse within their community.

At a recent engagement meeting, locals also voiced frustration over the slow response to calls for help by law enforcement.

Walvis Bay land row sparks discrimination claims

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The "special treatment" of land squatters over residents on the waiting list for land at Walvis Bay has sparked allegations of discrimination.

Political leaders in the harbour town have called on the squatters to register their names and join the long list in the municipality.

Government allocates N$75 million for Walvis Bay housing

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To address the national housing backlog, the government has allocated N$75 million to the Walvis Bay Municipality for land servicing and the construction of 200 low-cost housing units at Farm 37, as part of the first phase of a broader housing initiative.

Walvis Bay bids farewell to Andre

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The Pastoral Cluster in Walvis Bay held a farewell ceremony for former Erongo Governor Neville Andre, marking the end of his leadership with a moment of reflection, appreciation, and spiritual support.