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Sostenus Wilherm Social justice activists Michael Amushelelo and Shaun Gariseb will tomorrow join China Town vendors in a peaceful march to the City of Windhoek to demand answers over the recent removal of vendors from their trading spaces. The march follows last week's eviction of vendors and seeks clarity on the verbal directive used to stop them from trading. Organisers argue that the directive is inconsistent with previous commitments made by the City of Windhoek during a deputation, where officials undertook to provide a written response and engage stakeholders on the vendors' concerns. Gariseb told the Windhoek Observer that the…

Renthia Kaimbi Tsumeb regional councillor and member of the National Council, Matheus Hangula has denied being arrested. His denial comes after reports surfaced on Monday claiming Hangula was arrested after N$2 million was allegedly discovered in his bank account. “It must be amazing to be able to answer calls while arrested. Rumours belong to rumour mongers. I'm focusing on constructive things,” Hangula told the Windhoek Observer on Tuesday. The alleged arrest remains unconfirmed. The allegations gained traction after constituents who visited his constituency office were reportedly told Hangula would be away in Gobabis for three months. The Windhoek Observer, however,…

Allexer Namundjembo The Khomas Regional Council says it remains committed to supporting the most vulnerable members of the Khomas Region during the winter season through its constituency offices. Windhoek Rural constituency councillor Willem Gariseb said he recently handed over 83 winter blankets to vulnerable communities. Thirty-three blankets were distributed to the Kaapsfarm community, elders in Braungardsbrun received 30 blankets, while the Braungardsbrun School Hostel received 20 blankets. The Council stated that the initiative forms part of its ongoing commitment to provide relief, dignity, and hope to vulnerable residents during the cold winter months.

Sostenus Wilherm The Namibian Police recorded a total of five robbery cases across the country over the weekend, with suspects targeting residents, businesses and tourists in separate incidents reported between 17 and 19 July. The most serious incident was reported at Mountain Peak Lodge outside Outjo, where a couple was allegedly robbed at gunpoint while staying at a camping site. According to the weekend serious incidents police report, the incident occurred on Friday at around 22:30 when two unknown male suspects wearing balaclavas and gloves allegedly approached the couple’s tent. The suspects were reportedly armed with a pistol and an…

Allexer Namundjembo The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources has concluded an oversight visit to key agricultural projects in the Hardap Region. The visit aimed to assess the performance of both public and private agricultural enterprises and their contribution to Namibia’s food security and economic development. Led by the committee’s chairperson Tobie Aupindi, the delegation toured the Hardap Green Scheme, the ROOTS Project in Stampriet, and the Namib Dairies Super Farm. In his remarks following the programme, commended the efficiency, innovation and investment demonstrated by the privately managed enterprises. He noted that both the ROOTS Project and the Namib Dairies…

Eugenia Moche Police in Tsumeb are investigating a case of culpable homicide following a fatal accident on the B1 road between Tsumeb and Otavi, approximately 20 km out of Tsumeb, on Friday, 17 July 2026 at about 18:41. According to the weekend crime report, a Volkswagen Jetta allegedly swerved off the road to avoid hitting a warthog and collided head‑on with a Volkswagen Polo. A 37‑year‑old Namibian male was killed instantly on the spot, while other injured persons were transported to Tsumeb State Hospital for medical attention. The deceased’s next of kin have been informed. Police investigations into the incident…

Patience Makwele A 31-year-old medical doctor has been arrested after allegedly raping a 26-year-old man at Onandjokwe State Hospital in the Oshikoto Region. According to the crime report, the alleged incident occurred on Friday, 17 July and a case has been opened under the Combating of Rape Act. The suspect is expected to appear in the Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court on Monday, while police investigations continue.

By Sostenus Wilherm The City of Windhoek has launched a N$12 million project to digitally map and inspect its more than 17,000 streetlights. This move aims to improve public safety, maintenance and infrastructure management. The citywide Streetlight Survey Project, which began on 15 July, is expected to take 28 months to complete. It will involve the physical inspection of every municipal streetlight and the creation of the City's first comprehensive digital streetlight asset register. According to the City of Windhoek, survey teams will collect detailed information on each streetlight, including its GPS location, electrical supply point, pole type, lighting specifications…

Allexer Namundjembo The Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) says it has concluded a wage agreement with the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) for the 2026/2027 financial year. In a statement issued on Thursday, the union said the agreement, which takes effect on 1 April, provides for a 7% increase in basic salaries for employees within the bargaining unit. It added that the housing allowance will increase from 31% to 33% of basic salaries, while medical aid, pension and transport allowances will remain unchanged. NAPWU said the agreement was reached following negotiations between the union and NQA. The union also thanked the…

Staff writer South African theatre and television icon Seputla Sebogodi passed away on Wednesday evening following complications related to diabetes, his family confirmed. Best known to millions for his portrayal of Kenneth Mashaba in the long-running soapie Generations, Sebogodi enjoyed a career spanning more than three decades across stage and screen. His television credits included Suburban Bliss, Bophelo ke Semphego, Redemption, and most recently Scandal!,while his theatre repertoire featured acclaimed productions such as Waiting for Godot, The Rivonia Trial, Big Dada, Once a Pirate, and Mooi Street Moves. The Sebogodi family has requested privacy during this period of mourning, adding…