Police Easter weekend report

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The police have reported a series of incidents across the country over the Easter weekend, ranging from suspected diamond smuggling at the border to a violent robbery and a break-in at a government office.

Catholic community in Namibia mourns Pope Francis

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The Catholic community in Namibia is mourning, following the death of Pope Francis earlier today in Rome. 

The news has sent shockwaves across the globe.

Speaking to nbc News, Archbishop Liborius Nashenda expressed sorrow, shock and a profound sense of spiritual loss.

GOVT urged to revisit its stance on Cannabis

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A demonstration advocating for the legalisation of cannabis in Namibia took place in Windhoek on International Cannabis Day.

Activists and users gathered to raise awareness about the medicinal, economic, and industrial potential of the plant.

Pope Francis dies on Easter Monday aged 88

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Pope Francis has died, the Vatican confirmed in an official statement released earlier today.

According to a statement by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Apostolic Chamber, the Pope died peacefully at 7:35 a.m. this morning at his residence in the Casa Santa Marta, Vatican City.

Police at Khorixas investigates case of baby abandonment

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Police in Khorixas have initiated an investigation after an unidentified man abandoned a baby girl, estimated to be between one and two years old, at the local Shoprite store on Thursday evening.

Liberation struggle veteran Onesmus Akwenye dies

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Onesmus Shikongo Akwenye, a veteran of Namibia's liberation struggle, former educator, sportsman, and public servant, died aged 86 on Friday in a Windhoek hospital.

Miss Eenghoshi beauty pageant launched in the capital

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A new platform designed to empower young women to drive social change has officially launched in the capital.

The Miss Eenghoshi Beauty Pageant aims to foster a supportive community where women are encouraged to lead social impact projects, backed by a diverse network of professionals.

LPM demands urgent action as "Child Violence Cases" mount in Namibia

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The Landless People's Movement (LPM) has become the latest political formation to speak out against the ongoing wave of violence against children in Namibia, issuing a statement. The LPM Youth Command Element has called for urgent action to end what it describes as a national emergency.