Tragic shooting in Windhoek West leaves two dead

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On Monday, a man in Windhoek West opened fire on his girlfriend and her male acquaintance before taking his own life.

This incident, which shocked the community, resulted in two fatalities and left a third person injured.

ECN urges stakeholder participation ahead of 2025 elections

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The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has noted important achievements in preparation for the 2025 Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections and has asked all stakeholders to be part of the democratic electoral process and ensure its integrity. 

Veteran Nurse Shaumbwa dies at 85

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Ndakondjelua Shaumbwa, a long-serving nurse, midwife, and veteran of the liberation struggle, has died at the age of 85. Her death on the 16th of September was confirmed by her nephew, Jackson Wahengo.

Man kills wife and commits suicide in Greenwell Matongo

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A man allegedly killed his wife in Windhoek's Greenwell Matongo locality in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Police in a statement said 53-year-old Alweendo David allegedly shot his wife, forty-three-year-old Elizabeth Nepando Hambelela Alweendo, at their home in Greenwell Matongo.

Former student leaders pay tribute to Isaiah Kavendjii

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Former student leaders have paid tribute to their late peer, Isaiah Zemburukee Kavendjii, who died at the age of 53 in Windhoek.

Kavendjii passed away on Tuesday following a short illness at Katutura State Hospital.

Senior citizens dominate early voter turnout in Kamanjab by-election

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Senior citizens were the dominant demographic at the start of voting in the Kamanjab Constituency by-elections today. 

While voter turnout in more remote areas was hampered by inaccessible roads in flooded areas, those who turned up called for tangible development in their areas.