Remote Grasshoek village shows resilience amid ongoing challenges

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Grasshoek, a remote village nearly 160 km outside of Tsumkwe and home to about 300 households, boasts a community full of determination but also with many challenges.

Community members who spoke to NBC News bemoaned the high unemployment rate and lack of infrastructure.

Late Archbishop Julius Hoveka buried in Otjombinde

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The late Archbishop Julius Hoveka of Father Tjijombo St John's Faith Mission was buried in Otjombinde, in the Omaheke Region, on Sunday.

The recently ordained Archbishop died last week in Windhoek at the age of 82.

Henties Bay struggles with rapid growth challenges

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Henties Bay took a step forward in its economic and social development with the official opening of a new open market, taxi rank, low-cost housing, and the unveiling of the town’s first traffic lights.

Wagdaar settlement gets two new solar light towers

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The Wagdaar informal settlement on the outskirts of Swakopmund received two new solar high mast light towers.

These towers, donated by Swakop Uranium for N$800,000, will illuminate the streets, creating a brighter, more welcoming environment and addressing growing concerns over crime after dark.

Omaheke Governor flags service gaps in Bakgalagadi community

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The Governor of the Omaheke Region, Pijoo Nganate, said the absence of a chief within the Bakgalagadi community in the Aminuis Constituency has deprived that community of much-needed services.

The position was left vacant after the death of Chief Hubert Tidimalo Ditshabue in 2021.

Zambian High Commission marks Independence Day anniversary

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The High Commission of Zambia on Saturday celebrated its Independence Day anniversary. 

Zambia and Namibia have a deep relationship spanning many decades, rooted in solidarity and diplomatic relations as well as infrastructure and economic development.