Police across Namibia ask Easter travelers to lock up their homes before heading out. They recommend telling trusted friends or family members to watch houses during trips away.
Officers remind drivers to check their cars before long journeys. They stress the importance of working brakes, tires, lights, and turn signals. The police urge everyone to follow all road rules throughout their travels.
Law enforcement officials warn against driving after drinking alcohol. They emphasize that all vehicle occupants need to wear seat belts during trips. Drivers should stay alert and respect other people using roads, including those walking or riding bicycles.
Safety remains the top concern for police as families travel during the holiday...
Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah congratulated Brice Nguema on his election victory as Gabon's new leader. Nguema secured over 90% of the votes in Saturday's presidential election. He previously led a military takeover that ended almost six decades of Bongo family rule last August.
Nandi-Ndaitwah called the election a fresh beginning full of hope for Gabonese citizens. She expressed eagerness for both nations to work together more closely, especially regarding business connections. The Namibian president wished Nguema good health as he guides his country forward.
This marks the first presidential vote since Nguema overthrew the long-ruling Bongo dynasty through military action. Under the new leadership, Namibia hopes to build...
Opposition leader Imms Nashinge wants better lives for Namibian police officers. Speaking Thursday in the National Assembly, the Independent Patriots for Change official criticized current conditions. Police lack proper housing, drive unmarked vehicles, and receive low pay despite being called the backbone of national security.
Nashinge argued that officers need mental and emotional support alongside financial improvements. Many officers have quit their jobs, searching for decent living standards elsewhere. The opposition leader urged the responsible ministry to enhance police working conditions so officers can effectively fight crime. He also expressed concerns about uncontrolled movement at Namibia-Angola border crossings, where...
Fire rescuers saved a 100-year-old woman and a toddler from a burning room at Matende village in Namibia's Kavango West region.
The incident happened around 7 a.m. Wednesday in the Kapako constituency, according to police chief inspector Raimbert Muronga. Mbundu Elina Mukunga, 100, suffered serious burns across her body. Two-year-old Mukuve Aurelia Makena also sustained serious injuries. Both survivors currently receive medical care at Mupini Health Centre. Family members rescued them after noticing strong smoke coming from their bedroom.
Early investigation suggests an electrical short circuit and high voltage from an electricity box probably caused the fire. Police continue to investigate the incident. The family members acted...
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy created a new skills map for green jobs in Namibia. The company wants workers ready for their hydrogen project in southern Namibia. Their plan might bring 15,000 construction jobs later, with 3,000 permanent positions after finishing. The skills census looks at what talents already exist in the country. It helps find local people who can fill these roles.
Martin Wilkinson runs training at Hyphen. He sees the census as part of bigger studies about workforce readiness. The survey results will show what training programs are needed next. The company wants Namibians prepared for green energy careers. They hope to identify skill gaps before construction begins. Special training courses will address these needs soon...
MVA Fund warns drivers to stay alert during the Easter travel season. Last year, road crashes killed eight people during this holiday. The agency wants everyone to be safe on long drives across Namibia. Holidays like Easter always bring more crashes on major routes. Both the B1 through Windhoek and the B2 toward the coast see many accidents.
During the holiday rush, roads become packed with vehicles. Traffic officers plan extra roadblocks on busy highways this weekend. They will check if drivers and cars meet safety standards. Officials will focus on routes in regions like Otjozondjupa, Oshikoto, Oshana, and Ohangwena. The MVA Fund asks everyone to follow traffic rules carefully.
People should report any crashes they see to the...
Poiyah Media joined young PR pros at the MTC Marketing event last week. The gathering brought together top marketing experts from across Namibia. They talked about branding, marketing, PR, and ads in the local market. The company aims to help new communication specialists grow their skills. They want to lead thinking in this field.
Indileni Johannes from the company said the best part was the panel talks. The panels focused on building strong Namibian brands together. They discussed how branding shapes companies and national identity. Founder Ilke Platt asked Brand Namibia committees to work with more people instead of alone. Spokesperson Petrina Mbadhi said these events create teamwork among PR professionals.
The marketing event...
Gunmen killed more than 100 people during two separate attacks in Nigeria this month. The dead included grown men, women, children - even a nine-month-old baby. People died from bullet wounds or machete strikes as attackers went from house to house, showing no mercy. Peter John survived because he climbed onto his roof, but sadly, he lost many family members, including his sister. Security forces had been present earlier that day but left before the killings started.
The violence happened in Plateau State, where farmers clash with herders over land access. Most farmers identify as Christian, while many herders belong to the Muslim Fulani group, which adds religious tension to these conflicts. Witnesses said attackers spoke the Fulani...
South African police caught three men who smuggled 88 goats from Zimbabwe across the Limpopo River. Authorities arrested the suspects Tuesday during a joint operation with Zimbabwean security forces in Limpopo Province. Officers seized a white Isuzu pickup truck with a trailer full of goats worth about R470,000. Police acted on tips about a suspicious vehicle carrying goats believed stolen from Zimbabwe. The suspects failed to show any papers proving they owned the animals.
The three men face charges of possessing suspected stolen property at the Thohoyandou court. Villages near the Limpopo River suffer from livestock theft rings that take advantage of the open border areas. Criminal groups often move animals at night to avoid...
