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The group for people hurt at Swapo camps says Sam Nujoma never talked about what happened at Lubango. Back in the 1980s, Swapo was said to have hurt and killed Namibians they thought were spies at a place in Angola. Breaking the Walls of Silence sent a message Thursday about Nujoma. They said...

The police have plans for Sam Nujoma's events in Windhoek. Nujoma served as the first president, and his memorial is Friday. His body has already been to six areas across the country during the past two weeks. Police inspector Joseph Shikongo told Desert FM on Wednesday they have kept...

Windhoek police arrested more than 580 people for traffic offenses last January, prompting lawyers to speak up about possible police overreach. The city police chief, Leevi Ileka, explained they mostly arrest people for major traffic problems. These include drunk driving, dangerous driving...

The National Assembly has a new Ombudsman bill from Justice Minister Yvonne Dausab. This bill aims to make the Office of the Ombudsman more independent and give it greater powers to hold public offices accountable. If lawmakers pass this bill, the office will have an executive director, a...

Representatives from more than ten nations will attend the state funeral of founding president Sam Nujoma in Windhoek on Saturday. The minister of information and communication technology, Emma Theofelus, confirmed this detail at the government information center yesterday. Current and former...

The Namibian Prime Minister has approved Friday as a free day for all government workers. This decision allows staff to attend the memorial event for Sam Nujoma at Independence Stadium. Sam Nujoma was the first president of Namibia when it became an independent country. Cabinet Secretary George...

The Cape Town magistrate's court decided to let Anabela Rungo out on bail. She must stay at home except for court visits or legal meetings. Rungo paid R10,000 for her freedom. Her bail includes house arrest conditions and regular checks by immigration officers and police. Rungo faces charges...

Noxolo Dube from Esigodini hopes to win the Miss Ebony Zimbabwe crown at an upcoming event that has yet to be scheduled. This pageant celebrates dark-skinned women's beauty and cultural heritage. The contest stands out because participants compete without makeup, helping promote natural beauty...

ZimTrade has launched a market research initiative in Uganda to discover new export possibilities for Zimbabwean companies. This trade mission, which runs from February 24 through March 5, 2025, will allow businesses from Zimbabwe to connect with Ugandan partners across multiple sectors. The...

Gold continues to trade close to its highest-ever price after minimal changes yesterday. Investors are carefully examining President Donald Trump's recent statements about his tariff plans, especially those affecting European Union exports. The precious metal trades around $2,920 per ounce...

On Tuesday, more than $1 billion was withdrawn from Bitcoin exchange-traded funds, marking the largest single-day withdrawal since these investment products became available last January. The Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund experienced the biggest drop in investment, followed closely by the...

Police have summoned members of an advocacy organization, Tobacco Farmer Talk, regarding loans extended to farmers ahead of the tobacco season starting next Wednesday. The group faces allegations of providing financial assistance without required approvals from regulatory bodies, potentially...

Ngezi Platinum Stars experienced a significant shake-up after losing 13 essential players during the transfer season. However, coach Takesure Chiragwi remains confident as they prepare for their Castle Lager Premier Soccer League opening match against newcomers Kwekwe United at Bata Stadium...

Kenya Power has announced scheduled electricity outages across five counties for Friday as part of their regular system maintenance program. Residents in affected areas should prepare for service interruptions lasting from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. The maintenance will affect specific locations...

A violent attack disrupted a public gathering organized by rebel forces in Bukavu, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Attendees scattered when gunshots and explosions erupted through the main square, leaving multiple casualties on the streets. According to medical personnel speaking with...

Kenya has started discussions about strengthening national security against Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear threats. The forum began in Nairobi on Thursday, bringing together representatives from several government agencies to develop a comprehensive security plan. These...

Scientists have made a remarkable discovery about a person who died during the Vesuvius volcanic eruption almost 2,000 years ago. The intense heat from the eruption transformed a young man's brain into glass - something researchers have never seen before with human tissue. The research team...

Senators have spoken out against the ongoing conflict between Kenya Power and the Nairobi County Government, urging both entities to respect legal procedures during disagreements. At a recent press conference, lawmakers emphasized that every government institution must function according to...

According to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, Kenya continues to value its partnership with Japan through the Tokyo International Conference on African Development framework. The Secretary emphasized Kenya's eagerness to attend the upcoming TICAD 9 Summit in Yokohama during August...

A bombing attack killed 11 people and injured 65 others at a political gathering organized by M23 rebel leaders in Bukavu City, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, on Thursday. The explosions occurred shortly after key rebel figures had left the venue. M23 leadership members Corneille Nangaa...