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25 Oct

Six men arrested over night hunting of protected game

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Six men aged 21 to 54 were arrested in the Tsintsabis area of Oshikoto region after allegedly hunting protected game at night without permits, police say. According to the crime report, the suspects were allegedly found with two duiker carcasses, a steenbok carcass, a Mauser rifle and three live rounds of ammunition near Corncodia Farm on Friday night. They face allegations including illegal hunting, hunting at night and possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition. Police investigations continue.

23 Oct

NEFF questions N$17m RCC fuel scandal

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Staff Writer The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) has called for an independent investigation into disputed fuel transactions at the Roads Contractor Company (RCC). He demanded answers from works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi and the company’s board over approximately N$17 million worth of fuel allegedly not delivered despite payments of about N$30 million. In a statement issued on Thursday, NEFF deputy leader Kalimbo Iipumbu called on the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and other competent authorities to investigate the transactions, including procurement procedures, delivery records, payment authorisations and communications involving RCC management and the minister. The demand comes amid conflicting accounts…

22 Oct

PSEMAS gets N$535 million

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Staff Writer The finance ministry will be allocated an additional amount of N$665 million to address funding requirements for PSEMAS and N$130 million to replenish the Contingency Fund, finance minister, Ericah Shafudah said in her midterm budget speech. Other major new allocations include an amount of N$200 million for defence, comprising N$100 million for rations and N$100 million for utilities. Shafudah said these and other allocations means that the Appropriation Amendment Bill for FY2026/27 will increase the total budget appropriation from N$87.9 billion to N$88.6 billion, representing a modest upward adjustment. Photo: Contributed #WindhoekObserver

22 Oct

Govt allocates N$179m to fight FMD

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Staff Writer The government has allocated an amount of N$179 million in the midterm budget to the ministry of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform, for the containment and management of the outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease. “This amount was mobilised through the 2% reduction applied to the expenditure ceilings of all Offices, Ministries, and Agencies (OMAs),” finance minister, Ericah Shafudah said. She said following the outbreak of FMD on 23 September 2026, the agriculture ministry has undertaken various containment measures against Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD). “We remain committed to containing the outbreak and the relevant ministry will continue to closely monitor…

22 Oct

MoF reviews VAT zero-rating on sugar

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Staff Writer The ministry of finance is reviewing the value-added tax (VAT) zero-rating on sugar consumption, with the government citing the health effects of sugar as a reason to reconsider the measure. Finance minister, Ericah Shafudah said during the presentation of the midterm budget review that the zero-rating was introduced to provide relief to consumers, but that it was reviewing the policy while promoting healthy living. “The zero rating was introduced to provide some relief to consumers; however, the health effects of sugar consumption are well known, and we join the rest of the world in promoting healthy living,” she…

20 Oct

Police seek help identifying items used to dump Majiedt’s remains

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Sostenus Wilherm Police are appealing for public assistance in identifying bedding, clothing and shopping bags used to conceal the torso and upper legs of murdered 27-year-old Danelize Majiedt, whose dismembered remains were discovered along Daan Viljoen Road on 5 October. Her lower legs, feet, neck, head, arms and hands remain missing. Investigators are also seeking information about her movements between 23 August and 5 October 2026. Anyone who recognizes the items or has information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact Commissioner Nelius Becker on 081 129 9215, Deputy Commissioner Barry de Klerk on 081 129 0054, Detective…

20 Oct

Petroleum bill passed despite opposition walkout

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Staff Writer The National Assembly passed the contentious petroleum bill on Tuesday with 50 votes, even though most opposition parties walked out in protest. Only the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters party participated in the vote alongside the ruling Swapo Party. The Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill has cleared the Second Reading and now moves to the Committee Stage, which is the final phase in the National Assembly, before being forwarded to the National Council. #WindhoekObserver

18 Oct

Geingos pays tribute to Pohamba

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Staff Writer Former First Lady Monica Geingos has paid tribute to her predecessor, Penehupifo Pohamba, describing her death as “devastating” and crediting her with shaping her own tenure in the role. In a statement issued on Sunday, Geingos recalled that Pohamba oversaw a “gracious handover” when Geingos succeeded her in 2015. “She expanded my idea of what was possible as a First Lady,” Geingos said. “From our first conversations to our most recent, she opened her heart and offered wisdom without judgement and counsel without condition.” Geingos described Pohamba as a trusted adviser, noting that her late husband, President Hage…

17 Oct

Prosecutors to honour Shiweda one year after attack

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Renthia Kaimbi The Office of the Prosecutor-General is set to visit the family of slain control prosecutor Justine Shiweda in the Oshana region on Saturday to honour her memory, a year after she is brutally attacked in Ondangwa. Acting Prosecutor-General Martha Imalwa will lead the remembrance visit, during which a wreath will be laid in recognition of Shiweda’s service to the justice system and the circumstances surrounding her death. Shiweda was attacked on 17 October 2025, sustaining gunshot wounds and severe injuries caused by a corrosive substance. Despite efforts to save her life, she succumbed to her injuries on 7…

16 Oct

Activist seeks answers on N$50 000 reward pledge

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Renthia Kaimbi Okahandja activist Johannes /Gerub /Gâseb has asked the municipality to clarify the status of a N$50 000 reward pledged following the murders of Ingrid Maasdorp and Roswinds Fabianu, questioning whether the money was formally approved and how it will be distributed. In a letter dated 15 October 2026 addressed to the Okahandja municipality’s chief executive officer Alphons Tjitombo, /Gâseb sought confirmation on whether the reward announced by former mayor Beatrice Kotungondo had been approved by council, budgeted for and remained valid following the arrest of the suspect, Karinambande Muundjua. He also asked the municipality to clarify the status…