Hardap regional leader Riaan McNab traveled to comfort relatives of murder victim Ndapewashali Kanime last week. The 23-year-old woman died Thursday at Mariental after her boyfriend allegedly killed her. Kanime had dated the 29-year-old suspect for two years before her death at Takarania location. McNab told the grieving family that their daughter lost her life through a heartless crime. He spoke as both a government official and fellow parent who felt deep sympathy for their loss.
Police investigator John Mwatongwe revealed new details about the deadly attack yesterday. The violence happened between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. on June 19 at the couple's home. Kanime's boyfriend contacted Mariental police station after claiming he discovered...
The Popular Democratic Movement wants all candidates to submit resumes before November elections. Party leader Manuel Ngaringombe announced the new requirement last week. Candidates must also share their plans for voters if they win office. The party will review each person carefully before approving them. All promises will become part of regional election documents.
The PDM lost badly during 2020 voting across Namibia. The party earned just 7 percent of all votes cast. The Landless People's Movement performed almost as well despite being new. PDM leaders hope to win back areas they controlled before. The party wants to rebuild its support among voters.
Former President Hage Geingob used similar methods back in 2015. He required...
African countries must build stronger development banks to improve life across the continent. A top official from the African Export and Import Bank made this call during recent meetings held in Nigeria. Denys Denya spoke to leaders gathered in Abuja for the bank's 32nd annual conference. Money shortages across Africa make these institutions more important than ever. The meetings focused on building future success through decades of strength.
Denya stressed that African nations need independent institutions with good leadership and regional teamwork. Political leaders must support these banks rather than weaken them through poor decisions. The continent requires smart economic policies and major changes to key systems. Investments in...
Namibia launched new health guidelines Monday to better spot disease outbreaks. The Event-Based Surveillance system will help officials find health threats faster. World Health Organisation expert Richard Banda spoke at the launch ceremony held in Windhoek. The guidelines are part of a larger disease tracking plan that Namibia adopted last June. Health workers can better protect people from serious illnesses with these new tools.
The surveillance system collects health information from many different sources. Animal health experts and environmental monitors share data about potential risks. Officials can spot problems before they spread to large groups of people. The system helps health workers report dangerous diseases quickly to...
Namibia's Omaheke region shows major progress against child hunger problems. Health experts report fewer children dying from poor nutrition. The area once had some of the country's worst rates of malnourished kids. Leaders worked together with community groups and doctors to make changes. A new report tracks three years of improvements across the region.
The country faces three types of nutrition challenges. Some children do not eat enough food. Others eat too much and become overweight. Many kids lack important vitamins and minerals their bodies need. About one out of every three children in Namibia suffers from stunting. This problem damages their growth forever.
Governor Pijoo Nganate made fighting hunger a top goal in 2022. He...
Ikorodu City plans to compete against seven other teams during next month's pre-season competition. The Nigerian Premier Football League club announced their participation through social media. The team will use the tournament to prepare for the upcoming 2025-26 season. Coach Nurudeen Aweroro expects the matches to help develop his tactical approach. The club views the competition as essential preparation before league play begins.
The Eko International Cup takes place from July 6 through July 13 next year. All games will happen at Mobolaji Johnson Arena located at Onikan. Lagos will host the week-long football event. Teams from five different African countries will participate. The venue has previously hosted major Nigerian football...
Former Real Madrid player Luis Figo wants his old team to pursue Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams during the transfer window. The Portuguese legend believes the 22-year-old Spanish winger would make an excellent addition to the squad. Figo praised Williams as a talented player with exceptional skills. He thinks Real Madrid should act quickly to secure the young athlete. The former Ballon d'Or winner considers Williams worth pursuing despite competition from other clubs.
Williams appears ready to depart Athletic Bilbao when the summer transfer period opens. Barcelona has shown strong interest in acquiring the Spanish international. Arsenal also wants to bring Williams to the Premier League. Real Madrid must compete against both clubs...
England advanced to the European Under-21 Championship title match after beating the Netherlands during Wednesday's semifinal game. Harvey Elliott found the net twice to help his team win 2-1 at Tehelné pole Stadium. Lee Carsley coached the English squad to victory against their Dutch opponents. The match took place as part of the tournament happening across Slovakia. England earned their spot to compete for the championship trophy.
Germany also reached the final after defeating France 3-0 during the other semifinal contest. Nelson Weiper opened the scoring for the German team against their French rivals. Nick Woltemade added a second goal to extend Germany's lead during the match. Brajan Gruda completed the scoring with the third goal...
Former Nigeria striker Odion Ighalo believes Victor Osimhen can move to Saudi Arabia whenever he chooses. Ighalo told News Central that Middle Eastern clubs will continue pursuing his compatriot regardless of timing. The experienced forward said Saudi teams remain patient about signing Osimhen. Ighalo thinks his fellow countryman understands his career goals clearly. He stressed that Osimhen will benefit from any choice he makes.
The two players spent time together recently without discussing football matters. Ighalo said they focused on enjoying themselves during their meeting. He respects Osimhen's maturity and hard work throughout his career. Ighalo offered to give advice if Osimhen asks for his opinion. The former Manchester United...
