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24 Nov

Chinese hospitals overwhelmed as cases of mystery disease increase

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Niël Terblanché Chinese hospitals are grappling with a sudden surge in cases of a mysterious respiratory illness that has left authorities baffled and the World Health Organization (WHO) deeply concerned. While China struggles with this mystery illness and its potential implications, the world is anxiously watching and hoping for swift answers and effective containment measures to protect public health. The outbreak has raised alarms as it primarily affects children, adding to the existing healthcare challenges faced by the nation. Reports of the illness first emerged from various regions across China, but cases have now also been confirmed in the capital…

24 Nov

Aunt murders two-year-old niece with palm frond

info_e12wt4csNational NewsAunt murders two-year-old niece with palm frond

Hertta-Maria Amutenja A 40-year-old woman from Okafitukakuni Village in the Outapi Constituency was arrested on Tuesday after allegedly assaulting her two-year-and-6-months-old niece, Susan Noongo, with a dry stick part of palm frond. The assault resulted in Noongo sustaining a broken right arm and losing consciousness. The incident is alleged to have occurred around 14H00. According to the Omusati Regional Police Commander, Commissioner Ishmael Basson in a grim turn of events, at around 18h00 on the same day, the suspect reportedly placed the unconscious child in a baby carrier and transported her to Omahenene clinic. “The suspect put the deceased in…

24 Nov

Germans top tourist arrivals

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The majority of guests at hospitality establishments nationwide predominantly hail from Europe, with Germany, Switzerland, and Austria collectively constituting the largest share of international tourist arrivals at 42.3 percent, according to October tourism numbers. France follows closely behind, accounting for 7.4 percent of the total international tourist arrivals. At a regional level, South Africa is noteworthy, representing 4.4 percent of the aggregate guest composition in hospitality establishments throughout Namibia. Namibia's hospitality sector exhibited resilience in October, with national occupancy rates holding steady at 65.5 percent, consistent with the figures reported in September. This marked an improvement from the 54.6 percent…

24 Nov

Schlumberger to employ 22 on rig plant

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Services Pétroliers Schlumberger (SLB), a globally recognised oilfield services giant listed on the stock exchanges in New York, Paris, and London, plans to employ 22 people on its planed Liquid Mud Plant (LMP) at Berth 8, situated within the Port of Walvis Bay. The company is in the early stages of proposing the construction and operation of the plant at Berth 8, situated within the Port of Walvis Bay, managed by the Namibian Ports Authority (Namport). According to a project update that was released this week currently eleven employees are in service of SLB at the Port of Walvis Bay.…

24 Nov

Osino focused on the financing Twin Hills

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Chamwe Kaira Osino Resources Corporation remains focused on the financing and pre-construction activities at its Twin Hills, including de-risking the mineral resource estimate and the initial years of production. Osino is currently drilling to convert the first two years of mining from indicated to measured mineral resource category and to confirm and upgrade the Twin Hills Mineral Resource Estimate. “Osino remains focused on the financing and pre-construction activities at Twin Hills, including de-risking the mineral resource estimate and the initial years of production.” Heye Daun, Osino's President and CEO commented said the company is highly encouraged by these excellent assay…

23 Nov

Namibia Volleyball Federation Celebrates NDF A and NAVY Teams Heading to Zone VI Club Championships in Lesotho

info_e12wt4csSportsNamibia Volleyball Federation Celebrates NDF A and NAVY Teams Heading to Zone VI Club Championships in Lesotho

Windhoek, Namibia - The Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF) has announced that the NDF A (male) and NAVY (female) volleyball teams will be flying the Namibian flag high at this year's Zone VI Club Championships in Maseru, Lesotho, scheduled from the 7th to the 17th of December 2023. The two teams dedication and hard work have rightfully earned them the honor of representing Namibia at the Zone VI club championships, where they will be pitted against close to 20 teams from other countries. The Zone VI consists of Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. “We…

23 Nov

Mboma Cleared for Comeback After Temporary Suspension

info_e12wt4csSportsMboma Cleared for Comeback After Temporary Suspension

Namibian track sensation Christine Mboma has been granted permission by World Athletics to resume her competitive journey in the 100m and 200m events. The news was confirmed by Mboma's coach, Henk Botha, who expressed enthusiasm about her return to the track following a temporary suspension earlier this year. Mboma faced a setback when World Athletics suspended her from competition due to elevated testosterone levels. However, after a thorough review, the governing body has given her the green light to participate in the 100m and 200m events. Coach Botha, speaking on Mboma's behalf, stated, "We are keen and excited to get…

23 Nov

Brave Warriors Secures Victory in Sao Tome

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Namibia emerged victorious against Sao Tome, thanks to own goal by Pedro Mateus and Namibian striker Prinz. The unexpected turn of events resulted in Namibia collecting maximum points on the road, offering Coach Collin Benjamin much-needed breathing space as he prepares his team for an upcoming clash. The match, took a surprising twist as Pedro Mateus unintentionally netted the ball in his own team's goal, providing Namibia with an early advantage. As the game progressed, Namibian striker Prinz added to Sao Tome's woes with another own goal, sealing Namibia's triumph. Coach Collin Benjamin, undoubtedly relieved by the positive outcome, now…

23 Nov

New opportunities to deepen US trade and investment in Namibia open up

info_e12wt4csObserver MoneyNew opportunities to deepen US trade and investment in Namibia open up

Niël Terblanché New optimism about the future of Namibia's economic engagement with the United States of America has begun to manifest. The American Ambassador to Namibia, Ambassador Randy Berry, recently said that the United States of America is committed to strengthening trade and investment ties with Namibia and other African countries. Ambassador Berry stressed the importance of these partnerships for mutual prosperity and the significance of Africa's youthful population. "The United States is all in on Africa," Ambassador Berry declared, referencing the affirmation made during the U.S.-Africa Leaders’ Summit last December. He emphasized the United States' focus on Africa's future…

23 Nov

NSFAF policies entrap unemployed youth in debt

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNSFAF policies entrap unemployed youth in debt

Stefanus Nashama In a passionate plea, Parliamentarian and Lawmaker Inna Hengari from the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has called for a thorough review of the Namibia Student Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) policies governing loan conditions for students. Hengari made this impassioned appeal during her recent parliamentary address, where she urged NSFAF to explore ways to incentivize loan beneficiaries to pursue entrepreneurship and job creation after completing their studies. According to her, the current six-month grace period for repaying NSFAF loans is inadequate and leads to a troubling situation where unemployed graduates find themselves burdened with debt shortly after receiving their…