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Namibia’s pro-life and coalition of churches say NO to innocent ‘killings’
23 Oct

Namibia’s pro-life and coalition of churches say NO to innocent ‘killings’

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Tujoromajo Kasuto The pro-life movement in Namibia, as well as a coalition of churches, is adamant that no innocent born or unborn person should be killed. Morasha Magazi, 21-year-old founder of Fetus Lives Matter, says they find the call for abortion appalling and is “window dressed” with names such as pro-choice, women’s rights, reproductive rights and justice while in reality it is a call for murder (intentional taking of a life of another living being”. Magazi adds that the choice they are being “demanded” to surrender to is the choice of “life and death”, asking how is it that Namibia…
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AR accuses Nak Trading of unfair labour practices
22 Oct

AR accuses Nak Trading of unfair labour practices

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Eba Kandovazu Employees at Nak Trading have resorted to Affirmative Repositioning (AR) to air their grievances. Yesterday, the group, consisting of AR activists and employees staged a protest at the premises, where they handed over a memorandum of demands. The employees allege that they have been subjected to labour exploitation tantamount to modern day slavery working hard labour for long hours for low wages and no benefits. Women at the company claim that they are forced to offload heavy bags of 50 kg for long hours, which they say have resulted in some of them experiencing premature births. According to…
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22 Oct

US donates over N$700,000 worth of ICU beds

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Tujoromajo Kasuto THE United States (US) government has donated 70 Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds worth more than N$700,000. The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) will distribute the beds to eight health facilities, specifically Katutura, Rundu, Oshakati and Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospitals, Gobabis, Walvis Bay, Swakopmund and Katima Mulilo. During the third Covid-19 wave, many health facilities did not have enough beds to meet the demand. ICU beds, in particular, are important in supporting Covid-19 patients in respiratory distress as they can be adjusted to various positions and help patients breathe when experiencing respiratory distress. The beds were procured…
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Katjavivi calls for reinforcement of ACC-Parliament collaboration
22 Oct

Katjavivi calls for reinforcement of ACC-Parliament collaboration

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Tujoromajo Kasuto The Speaker of the National Assembly, Peter Katjavivi, says the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is mandated by its enabling legislation to table its reports in the National Assembly, hence the interest relating to the work of the Anti-Corruption Commission. He says to fight corruption efficiently and effectively, there needs continuous promotion of a national culture of transparency. “It is therefore imperative that we continue to strengthen the relationship between ACC and the oversight body, such as Parliament through its various Parliamentary Standing Committees,” he adds. Katjavivi notes that “the fight against corruption is not solely the responsibility of ACC…
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Suspected robber killed in mob justice attack
22 Oct

Suspected robber killed in mob justice attack

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Eba Kandovazu THE police has confirmed the death of an 18-year-old man, Jaenisiua Tjipurovandu, allegedly at the hands of public members who caught up with him after he reportedly grabbed someone’s phone. It is alleged Tjipurovandu was on Sunday afternoon assaulted by a group of members of the public after he allegedly grabbed cellphones in the vicinity of Katutura. Nampol Spokesperson, Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga, says Tjipurovandu was transported to the Katutura State Hospital but succumbed to injuries on Tuesday. His next of kin have been informed. So far, no suspects have been arrested although a murder case has been…
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Standard Bank adds new features to PayPulse
21 Oct

Standard Bank adds new features to PayPulse

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Tujoromajo Kasuto STANDARD Bank has introduced new innovative features on their cashless and cardless payment platform, PayPulse. The new features include Bill Splitting, Money Request, own QR code creation, Pay-by-Link option, which they say is also ideal for small businesses. The enhancements will improve the customer’s ease and convenience of using PayPulse while saving time and cost. Standard Bank’s Head of Digital Innovation, Rejoice Itembu, says the bank was continuously pushing the envelope to provide enhanced service experiences to its customers. “These enhancements are a result of feedback from our loyal customers. It encourages us to focus our efforts to…
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Judgment of hostel patron accused sodomy in two weeks
21 Oct

Judgment of hostel patron accused sodomy in two weeks

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Eba Kandovazu THE Windhoek High court today postponed the judgement of a former school hostel caretaker from Otjiwarongo accused of sodomising ten minor boys. Judge Alfred Siboleka initially set the matter down for judgment today. He , however today indicated that the judgment is not ready, adding that he had underestimated the work that needed to be put into compiling Mervin Ngujapeua’s judgment. The suspect is 50 years old. Judge Siboleka says he would be delivering the judgement on 3 November adding that he was busy with the final touches. Ngujapeua allegedly raped the boys at the time he was…
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“Rotten apples” in Nampol will be exposed – Commissioner Basson
21 Oct

“Rotten apples” in Nampol will be exposed – Commissioner Basson

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Eba Kandovazu CORRUPT police officers will eventually be exposed for their unruly conduct, Khomas Commander, Commissioner Ismael Basson said, reacts to the recent arrest of a police constable on allegations of stock theft using a police van. The usage of roadside cameras assisted in the arrest of Joseph Konghola, the police officer stationed at Otjomuise police station who is accused of stealing livestock and transporting the meat in a police van yesterday. Another man, Timoteus DesBasson also appeared in the Katutura Magistrate's Court this afternoon on the same charges. According to Nampol Spokesperson, Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga, the duo has…
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Two suspects arrested in money heist turned murder case
20 Oct

Two suspects arrested in money heist turned murder case

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Eba Kandovazu Spokesperson of Omusati Police, Inspector Anna Kunga, says two men have been arrested after they allegedly killed a security guard in a robbery involving a cash-in-transit vehicle at Okalongo. According to Kunga, another suspect is on the run. The police initially reported that four suspects were involved. Kunga says the incident happened this morning around ten am at Onandjaba settlement. “The suspects attacked the security company car and one security guard was fatally shot. He died on the spot. The suspects took three pistols with them and we are urging public members, especially those around Okando and Oshikuku,…
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Health ministry admits to unsafe abortions, calls on abortion law repeal
20 Oct

Health ministry admits to unsafe abortions, calls on abortion law repeal

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Eba Kandovazu THE Executive Director (ED) in the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS), Ben Nangombe, says the Abortion and Sterilisation Act 2 of 1975 is an outdated law that should be repealed to suit the current contemporary issues. According to Nangombe, the 46-year-old law does not speak to the current realities happening today, saying it should be reviewed. “We will have to consult further and work around the desired legislation. Of course this will depend on what the public too has to say. Our position is that there is no dispute that there are situations where safe attempts…
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