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NamPol spends N$700K on defending lawsuits

Acting Inspector General of Police, Major-General Anna-Marie Nainda says the police have spent N$700 000 in lawsuit claims related to unlawful arrest and detention during the past three years. She shared this figure at the start of training in this regard, facilitated by local lawman, Sisa Namandje. Nainda rightly points…

2 Nov 10AM 1 min

FMD and agri: We consume only 30% what we produce

Namibia’s foot-and-mouth disease outbreak is placing growing financial pressure on the beef industry, threatening revenue, jobs and export markets. Savanna Beef CEO Ian Collard says prolonged disruptions to livestock movement and processing could have serious consequences for farmers, meat processors and the wider economy. The industry is calling for urgent…

2 Nov 8AM 1 min

Another very hot week ahead, temps could exceed 40°C

Namibia is expected to experience high temperatures this week, particularly in the northern and northeastern regions, where maximum temperatures could exceed 40°C in some areas. The heat is also expected to spread towards the two Kavango regions and parts of central and northern Namibia later in the week. There is…

2 Nov 8AM 1 min

Concern over normalisation of political violence in SA

The University of the Western Cape has raised concern over the growing normalisation of political violence in South Africa ahead of the local government elections. According to police, 45 political attacks were recorded between January and September, resulting in at least 43 deaths. A further nine politically linked killings were…

2 Nov 8AM 1 min

Midterm loss could make Trump more reckless on Iran

The Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft says US president Donald Trump could become even more reckless on Iran if the Republicans lose the midterm elections. Executive vice president Trita Parsi told Al Jazeera if the Democrats take the House and the Senate, they will be in a position to create…

2 Nov 7AM 1 min

Petrol and diesel up, agri takes another blow

The petrol price for November has increased by N$2.00 and diesel by N$3.00 per litre. The price is effective at midnight on Tuesday, 3 November. Energy minister Modestus Amutse says that although there was relief in prices with releases by G7 nations during the month, other factors contributed to large…

2 Nov 7AM 1 min

Police across Europe brace for protests

Police forces across Europe are bracing for renewed unrest as schools reopen today, with student groups and labour unions calling fresh nationwide protests for Tuesday and Thursday. William Denselow in Brussels says that while the European protest wave shares common themes, the specific triggers driving people onto the streets differ…

2 Nov 7AM 1 min

Election crime dockets lead to 48 arrests in SA

The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure says 139 election-related crime dockets have been registered nationally since the commencement of the local government election process. Of these, 21 were reported during the first voter registration weekend in June, 13 during the second registration weekend in August, and 105 outside the…

2 Nov 7AM 1 min

Cummins admits change is necessary and needed

Australian captain Pat Cummins has admitted changes are needed after his side lost the Test series against South Africa 2-1 and the number one ranking. Chasing a target of 288, Australia were bowled out for 111 on day five to suffer a 176-run defeat in the deciding Test in Cape…

2 Nov 6AM 1 min

Cyril promises that the ANC will listen

ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the party has listened to concerns and challenges raised by South Africans during its election campaign. He delivered the keynote address at the party’s final Siyanqoba Rally in the Eastern Cape ahead of the elections. Ramaphosa said the ANC has heard calls for better working…

2 Nov 6AM 1 min

Did NNN make promises to Putin?

The third Russia-Africa Summit has concluded in Moscow after two days of discussions on strengthening political and economic ties between Russia and African countries. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for historical relations between Namibia and Russia to translate into practical economic benefits, highlighting opportunities in mining, agriculture, fisheries, technology transfer and…

2 Nov 5AM 1 min

US midterms, attacks aside... prepare for a higher fuel price

Brent crude may have dipped a little as Iranian and Qatari officials continue talks to end the US-Israeli war on Iran. But international traders warn that tensions could push prices towards US$120 a barrel after Tuesday’s US midterm elections with the Trump administration having toned down rhetoric regarding Iran in…

2 Nov 5AM 1 min

Pledge today for mental health

The Hephzibah Mental Health Wellness Centre is urging Namibians to speak up and seek professional help when loved ones struggle with alcohol or drug use. Founder Cynthia Martin says the initiative aims to encourage families to support loved ones battling substance abuse, while raising awareness among young people about vaping…

2 Nov 3AM 1 min

Horror crash: Speed and alcohol may have been involved

More information is available on Sunday morning's horror crash involving an Amarok and Fortuner, in which seven people were killed. Joseph Simson, known as Nally, is confirmed under the dead with four others identified as Tomas Shinanga, Dino Shinanga, Paulus Nuuyoma and Maria Hongola. Two victims are unidentified while one…

2 Nov 3AM 1 min

Indigenous knowledge alongside tech for agriculture

The Deputy Agri-minister Ruthy Masake said transformation in the agriculture sector requires incorporating modern technology with indigenous knowledge, rather than relying solely on expensive machinery. Speaking at the national World Food Day commemoration in Onyaanya Constituency, Oshikoto Region, on Friday, Masake said climate-resilient farming depends on localised, practical solutions.

2 Nov 2AM 1 min

No decision on restarting strikes in Iran, says Rubio

Iran's army has warned that any new war could spread well beyond the Middle East, as Iranian negotiators hold a third day of Qatar-mediated talks in Doha aimed at ending the conflict with the United States and Israel. US President Donald Trump has said the negotiations are going well, but…

2 Nov 2AM 1 min

US counts down the hours to the high-stakes midterm vote

In international news, Americans are heading to the polls Tuesday in high-stakes midterm elections that will decide the balance of power in Washington for the rest of President Donald Trump’s term. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives and a third of the Senate are up for grabs. Currently,…

2 Nov 2AM 1 min

Security apparatus in SA ready for elections

The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure says it is ready to facilitate and safeguard free, fair and safe local government elections across the country. Special voting is taking place today and tomorrow, with the main election day on Wednesday. NATJOINTS chairperson Tebello Mosikili says security assessments have been conducted…

2 Nov 2AM 1 min

Lesufi says Gauteng implements 21 of 67 GBV directives

Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi says the provincial government has completed 21 of the 67 directives aimed at strengthening the response to gender-based violence and femicide, with a further 38 underway. He briefed the media yesterday on the province’s 90-Day GBVF Response Plan. This follows presidential directives and a four-point plan…

2 Nov 1AM 1 min

Learjet plummets at Palm Beach, killing all 9 on board

A Learjet flying from Austin, Texas, to the Bahamas crashed into a Palm Beach County neighbourhood in Florida yesterday, killing all nine people aboard. In a video, the aircraft can be seen nose-diving and erupting into a giant fireball near a major roadway. At least 600 residents were evacuated. The…

2 Nov 1AM 1 min