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ECN mock registration without glitches

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Deputy Director of Democracy Building Marilyn Kazetjikuria says the Electoral Commission of Namibia's (ECN) mock voter registration in Rundu went without a glitch.

"We are very happy with the performance of the system, and we are very happy with the turnout of the people."

Namibia's first Seed bank opens its doors

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Namibia's first community seed bank opened its doors at Sharukwe village in Kavango West. 

The project, which cost more than N$500,000 to set up, was funded by GIZ, MTC, and the Environmental Investment Fund.

Community Seed Banks are used to collect, store, and protect local seeds. 

Rundu experiences rise in crime

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Rundu has seen an increase in certain crimes in 2023 compared to 2022, according to statistics provided by the Kavango East Regional Police.

The statistics compare various crimes between January and December 2022 and January and September 2023.

Raising awareness on suicide through visual art

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A visual artist is using his talent to raise awareness about suicide in Rundu.

Paulus Kanyanga believes that his "Suicide Mural Project" will encourage more Namibians to open up about the realities behind the act.

Visual artist creates suicide awareness through art

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A visual artist is using his talent to raise awareness about suicide in Rundu. 

Paulus Kanyanga believes that his "Suicide Mural Project” will encourage more Namibians to open up about the realities behind the act.

Rural youth hope for survival of Kayengona beach

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Residents of Kayengona in Kavango East are concerned about the way 'day visitors' behave at some sections of the river.

They are worried that if the situation persists, it could have irreversible consequences for the area's biodiversity.

Rainstorm leaves Rundu residents homeless

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A rainstorm demolished the shacks of several families in Rundu's Ndama Sewer and Tumweneni Informal neighbourhoods, leaving them homeless.
 
Some families in Rundu are left picking up the pieces after a rainstorm caused havoc.

Criminal activities in Rundu concerning

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The increasing rate of crime in the Kavango East Region, particularly in Rundu, is concerning.

The police and community members therefore met to discuss how they could tackle this problem.

Governor of Kavango East, Bonifatius Wakudumo, says he is disturbed by the increased levels of crime.

Time is up for 'bad cops' - Commissioner Ngondo

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The regional commander of police in the Kavango East Region, Commissioner Johanna Ngondo, says she is determined to get rid of unscrupulous members of the force.

She was speaking about community engagement between the police and the community.

About 15,000 households in Kavango East food insecure

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Communities in Kayova Village within the Ndiyona Constituency in Kavango East celebrated a belated World Food Day.

The day aims to raise worldwide awareness and action for the elimination of hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition.