14-year-old boy arrested after allegedly raping three minor boys

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A 14-year-old boy was arrested in the Omusati Region after allegedly raping three minor boys.

Omusati Police Commander Ismael Basson said the three boys were collecting cattle from the grazing field when the suspect allegedly caught them one by one, undressed them, and raped them.

Police Chief vows crackdown on drug networks

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The Namibian Police Force has committed to intensifying its efforts against drug trafficking networks. During the observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Police Chief Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo issued a stern warning to criminal syndicates.

Climate change experts warn against deepening crisis

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Climate change advocates on the continent have sounded urgent warnings on the continent's deepening climate crisis, calling for immediate action to strengthen resilience and protect vulnerable communities.

ECN anticipates smooth election process in Sesfontein

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The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) says it has taken extra precautions to ensure a smooth and credible by-election in the Sesfontein Constituency, applying lessons learnt from last year's Presidential and National Assembly elections that were marred by technical difficulties.

Katjimune's neutrality comes under scrutiny

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The neutrality of expert witness Jonathan Katjimune has come under scrutiny in the ongoing legal dispute over the Ovaherero Paramount Chieftaincy, currently before the Windhoek High Court.

Chief Justice endorses plea bargaining, ADR to ease court backlogs

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Chief Justice Peter Shivute on Tuesday endorsed the expanded use of plea bargaining and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms in the country’s legal system, stating that they are necessary to reduce court backlogs and improve access to justice.

NBC hosts Malawi Broadcaster for benchmarking visit

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The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) hosted a delegation from the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation as part of a benchmarking visit.

The visit aims to help the two public broadcasters share knowledge, improve their services and strengthen regional ties.