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Government distributes 56,875kg of game meat for drought relief efforts

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To date, 56,875 kilogrammes of game meat have been distributed by the government in support of the drought relief programme.

The game meat is from 157 animals of different species that were hunted in the Mangetti, Mahango, Kwando, Buffalo, and Mudumo national parks. 

Former FLON advocates for youth SRHR in East and Southern Africa

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Former First Lady of Namibia, Monica Geingos, delivered a call to action for advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for young people across East and Southern Africa during a regional dialogue held in Pretoria, South Africa.

Usiel Kambirongo buried

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The late Senior Traditional Councillor of the Ovaherero Traditional Authority, Usiel Kambirongo, was laid to rest at the Ozombuzovindinda Cultural Heritage site in the Otjinene Constituency. In accordance with his wishes, Kambirongo was buried in a rare standing position, facing east.

Basic Income Grant supporters hold national march

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While many Namibians spent the day commemorating Heroes' Day, others took to the streets, demanding the government implement a Basic Income Grant (BIG) for unemployed citizens up to age 59.

Thousands attend 34th Heroes' Day commemoration

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Thousands of Namibians gathered at the Omuthiya Recreational Park in the Oshikoto Region to mark the 34th Heroes' Day since Namibia's independence in March 1990.

CCN advocates for pastoral care for LGBTIQ+ individuals

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The Council of Churches in Namibia (CCN) has called for greater pastoral care for LGBTIQ+ individuals, while also reaffirming the sanctity of marriage between one man and one woman, as instituted by God.

Exploitation of communities by churches concern CCN

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The Council of Churches in Namibia (CCN) has expressed concern over the rapid proliferation of churches and reported exploitation by some church leaders. In response, the CCN is advocating for self-regulation to ensure the integrity and credibility of churches.

Walvis Bay residents reflect on tragic bomb blast

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In August, Walvis Bay residents gathered to view a new documentary about a tragic bomb blast that occurred 38 years ago.

Produced by local residents Taati Niilenge and Isdor Shilongo, the film commemorates the lives lost in the explosion at the Atlantic Meat Market.

Erongo Governor raises concern over rising crime rates

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Erongo Governor Neville Andre has expressed deep concern over the increasing crime rates in the region, emphasizing that these statistics represent the real pain and suffering of the community.