Omaheke police tackle stock theft with community outreach

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Police in the Omaheke Region are stepping up efforts to combat stock theft, a major challenge for livestock farmers, through a series of community outreach programs. In 2024 alone, the region recorded 365 stock theft-related cases, prompting law enforcement to engage directly with farming communities.

Animal movement restricted in Otjinene, Omaheke & Gam

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The Directorate of Veterinary Services has placed strict control measures in response to the outbreak of the lumpy skin disease (LSD) in the Otjinene constituency and Gam area of the Otjozondjupa Region.

Cost of animal feed unbearable for Omaheke communal farmers

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Epukiro communal farmers from the Motsweding settlement in the Omaheke Region are caught up in a battle against persistent drought, which has fuelled the high costs of animal feed.

With limited rainfall and feed prices skyrocketing, these farmers are struggling to sustain their livestock.

NDTC donates essentials to clinics in Aminuis

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The Namibia Diamond Trading Company (NDTC) boosted four clinics in the Aminuis Constituency with essential items for expectant mothers and babies. 

NDTC spent more than N$60,000 on items that will be distributed amongst these clinics to aid new mothers. 

Churches urged to promote peace, youth engagement

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Churches have been encouraged to actively promote peace, foster a sense of belonging, and engage young people in community development efforts. 

This call was made by Pastor Lopang Olobilwe of St. Faith Healing Church, located in Corridor 13, Omaheke.

Omaheke farmers supply milk to Gobabis soup kitchen

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The Office of the Omaheke Governor and some local farmers are working together to supply a soup kitchen at Gobabis with milk three times a day.

The soup kitchen feeds vulnerable children, and the supply of milk will help to curb malnutrition.