A woman denied killing her former boyfriend and his new partner in a fire. Mecthilde Karomo, 32, pleaded not guilty to murder and arson charges when her trial began. Her lawyer told the court she would not explain her plea, making prosecutors prove every claim against her.
Police say Karomo set fire to a house after becoming jealous of a new relationship. The state claims she threatened Leonard Kadubuli, 36, and Annastasia Matende, 31, on December 25, 2022. Witness Elizabeth Haingura testified she saw Karomo fighting with Kadubuli that night. Haingura said Karomo threatened to burn down the house if the couple slept there.
Early next morning, the shack burned completely with both victims inside. Officers arrested Karomo that same day...
President Nandi-Ndaitwah picked Ambassador Emilia Mkusa as the new Cabinet secretary starting May 1. State House press secretary Alfred Hengari announced this on Tuesday. Mkusa takes over from George Simataa, who has held the job since 2015.
The president made this choice under Article 43 of Namibia's Constitution. She believes Mkusa can handle all her new duties well. Mkusa brings skills in human resources, money management, foreign relations, and how parliament works. Her past jobs include serving as ambassador to Ethiopia, Djibouti, South Sudan, and Sudan. The president wishes her success in her important new role.
Presidential advisor Inge Zaamwani-Kamwi might become the next agriculture, fisheries, water, and land reform minister after Mac Hengari lost his job. Sources tell The Namibian that Zaamwani-Kamwi, who advises on constitutional affairs and private sector matters, stands ready to replace Hengari. She previously led Namdeb Holdings as chief executive.
Zaamwani-Kamwi told reporters Monday she knew nothing about this possible appointment. She said she remains just an advisor during the current transition period. She added she had not received any offer for the minister role and plans to retire when new staff arrive at the presidential office.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah fired Hengari last week following his arrest. He faces serious...
The Chinese embassy in Windhoek calls reports about a Namibian worker being beaten by Chinese employers false rumors. Activist Michael Amushelelo shared pictures on social media showing Sikomba Andeas lying unconscious, claiming he was attacked after asking for his pay. Amushelelo threatened that if authorities did not act, the Chinese would be considered "dead meat." The embassy stated these allegations were untrue and assured that Namibian police would investigate the matter properly.
Lictech Investments manager Peter Lin tells a different story about what happened. He says Andeas had received his salary regularly and even got several advances before this incident. Lin claims Andreas came to work drunk on April 28 and became angry...
The government says some residents block bedbug control efforts. The pests have spread across the capital, starting in Mbare, one of its oldest areas. Critics blame officials for failing to manage national matters properly. Nick Mangwana from the Information Ministry points to uncooperative homeowners as the real problem. Health teams face resistance when they try to treat homes.
A small group of people refuse to let pest control workers into their houses. Government officials wonder what causes this resistance to treatment programs. The bedbug problem, locally known as tsikidzi, continues despite attempts to solve it. Officials need community support to fix the issue completely. These tiny pests create major headaches for both...
Local government head Daniel Garwe felt upset when Bulawayo mayor David Coltart met with Bulelani Lobengula Khumalo as Ndebele king. Garwe sent Coltart a letter saying Zimbabwe only recognizes chiefs, not kings. He called the meeting shocking, saying the government has always rejected claims that Bulelani should lead the Ndebele people. Garwe told Coltart to stop meeting this person, calling such actions against the law. He asked the mayor to explain within seven days why he invited Bulelani, whom he called a foreigner.
Coltart had met Khumalo on April 21 at City Hall. After their talk, the mayor said they discussed honoring King Mzilikazi's history through special days and historic sites. A local group called Ibhetshu LikaZulu...
Two people lost their lives when their Toyota Aqua slammed into a tree last night. The crash happened around 10:30 PM on Bristol Road near Gweru. Police officer Constable Sakala from Mkoba station chased the car at high speed before the deadly accident. Police spokesman Commissioner Paul Nyathi said they started looking into what happened right after the crash. The police department plans to punish Constable Sakala with both criminal charges and work discipline for his part in the chase.
Chief Hikwa plans to host Matabeleland South culture celebrations next month. The event will take place on May 30 at Nilukawu Culture Center, located 30km northwest of Plumtree town near Dombodema High School. This year, people will celebrate under the theme Indigenous Voices across Zimbabwe. President Mnangagwa will attend the national launch on May 17 at Alpha Mpapa School grounds in Chiredzi district.
Culture month gives people a chance to showcase both old traditions and new customs from Zimbabwe. During these special weeks, everyone can enjoy their different ways of life together. The country marks World Day of Cultural Diversity through these nationwide activities each year. These events help people remember important practices...
Zimbabwe hopes to join the UN Security Council for 2027-2028 after the cabinet approved plans for its campaign. Information Minister Muswere told reporters that both SADC regional groups backed the country. President Mnangagwa will start the official campaign this September when he visits New York for UN meetings. The nation last served on the council over thirty years ago, during 1991-1992. Zimbabwe believes this effort shows its support for world peace.
The minister thinks winning would help change how other countries see Zimbabwe. They must compete against other African nations for one of two spots open to the continent. All UN countries will vote on members around mid-2026. Both African Union members agreed Zimbabwe should try for...
