Observer

Allexer Namundjembo Rundu Rural Councillor and National Council member, Paulus Mbangu has raised concerns over the accuracy of the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA)'s recent census report, which estimates the VaMbunza population at only 5 000. Mbangu described the figure as “highly questionable,” arguing that it does not reflect historical and demographic realities. “In Kavango East and West, the "VaKavango NEC" grouping stands out as another example of such problematic classifications. With over 81 000 people who reportedly ‘did not disclose their dialect,’ this category ends up larger than established communities like the VaMbunza, VaGciriku, HaMbukushu, VaSambyu and Nyembas,” he said.…

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The City of Windhoek has reiterated its commitment to enforcing municipal by-laws that regulate street vending, following a recent incident involving law enforcement’s intervention in Katutura. The city insists that its actions aim to balance public order, safety, and the needs of vendors. The CoW’s spokesperson, Harold Akwenye, explained that the city operates under specific by-laws to govern street vending. “The city is responsible for ensuring compliance with these regulations, which are in place to maintain public health and safety, as well as urban aesthetics. Areas around shopping centres like Balck Chain in Katutura are subject to these…

Mallex Shipanga The Omaheke Region is experiencing a surge in vehicle accessory theft, with ten cases reported between September and November, according to the Namibian Police’s regional head of community policing, Chief Inspector Fina Sakajengenga. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with these crimes. “Criminals are stealing wheels and other accessories from vehicles by using special tools to unlock universal lock nuts on wheels. They target vehicles where the house fence or boundary wall is low as well as houses without garages and dogs. Vehicles owned by females and motor mechanic garages without security guards and CCTV cameras are…

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Sam Nujoma Foundation has condemned the circulation of fake news on social media that abuses the image of Namibia’s founding president for political propaganda and electioneering purposes. In a statement issued on 21 November, the Foundation called on the public to remain vigilant and avoid falling for deceptive tactics aimed at spreading misinformation. The Foundation clarified that these actions seek to damage the reputation of Sam Nujoma, whose contributions to the nation are widely recognised. "The Sam Nujoma Foundation distances itself and the Founding President from any partisan agenda or misuse of his image," the Foundation stated.…