Windhoek Mayor disappointed by low meeting turnout

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Windhoek Mayor, Ndeshihafela Larandja, has expressed disappointment over the low turnout by residents at pre-stakeholder engagement meetings.

The sessions aim to inform residents about the city's operations, ongoing challenges and achievements across various departments.

First Commonwealth Youth Council Dialogue held in Windhoek

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The first Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) Dialogue aimed at tackling youth matters convened in Windhoek today. 

The four-day dialogue is attended by youth delegates, policymakers, and leaders from across 56 Commonwealth member states.

Windhoek rent goes up sharply

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Namibians are paying more than ever to secure a roof over their heads.

In a notice to the National Assembly, PDM MP Inna Hengari revealed that the average rent for a two-bedroom unit in Windhoek has risen to over N$7,300 per month, a 14.7% increase in just one year. 

14-year-old boy dies by suicide in Otjomuise

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A 14-year-old boy committed suicide in Windhoek's Otjomuise residential area.

According to the police report, Elgen Mogle was allegedly sent to the shops by his grandmother to buy a few foodstuffs for the house in the afternoon.

Ovaherero Chieftaincy Dispute Intensifies in High Court

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The Ovaherero chieftaincy dispute continued in the Windhoek High Court, as Senior Traditional Councillor Vipuira Kapuuo faced cross-examination by Advocate Albert Strydom before Judge Lotta Ambunda. 

Windhoek Celebrates 11th International Day of Yoga

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Hundreds of yogis turned up for the 11th International Day of Yoga in Windhoek, organised by the Indian Embassy.

Namibians were joined by India's High Commissioner, Rahul Shrivastava, and Indian nationals enjoyed a morning of body union and consciousness through yoga. 

Third Namibia Oil and Gas Conference launched

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The third Namibia Oil and Gas Conference was launched in Windhoek today (Monday).

The conference aims to identify how to position Namibia from exploration to action in the industry and to ensure that the country becomes a leader in the sector, delivering real benefits for Namibians.

|Khomas Regional Council donates building material to fire victims in Havanna

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The |Khomas Regional Council has donated building material to four families whose dwellings were gutted by fire in Havanna last week.

The material, which was handed over by the Councillor of the Moses ||Garoëb Constituency, Stefanus Ndengu, consisted of 60 iron sheets, 30 poles, and 12 pines.