Narraville residents alarmed by rising crime and drug abuse

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Walvis Bay's Narraville residents have raised alarm over rising crime and drug abuse within their community.

At a recent engagement meeting, locals also voiced frustration over the slow response to calls for help by law enforcement.

Choppies employees submit Petition Alleging Unfair Treatment

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Choppies employees have handed over a petition to the company management, in which they claim unfair treatment.

 Workers gathered at the Khomas Grove Mall in Khomasdal, charging that they have been underpaid since the Botswana-based retail chain started operating in Namibia since 2017.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah congratulates Dr. Mbumba on 84th birthday

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As former Head of State Dr. Nangolo Mbumba celebrates his 84th birthday today, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended her warm congratulations, honouring his life, legacy and enduring contribution to Namibia’s democratic journey.

Swakop Uranium and workers clash over shift benefits

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Swakop Uranium workers are at loggerheads with the company over benefits under the continuous operation shift arrangement.

The company is exempt from the labour law that allows workers to operate 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.

Moses ||Garoëb donates blankets to elderly, vulnerable

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The |Khomas Region's Moses ||Garoëb Constituency has donated 100 blankets to the elderly and vulnerable people.

The donation is part of the winter safety-net project, which aims to showcase the development initiatives to improve the living conditions of the elderly and the needy.

Katutura Central Councillor accused of neglect

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Residents of Katutura Central have accused their councillor, Rodman Katjaimo, of neglecting their needs and failing to deliver on his promises.

At a heated Khomas Regional Council public information session, community members criticised the councillor's availability.

Choppies Swakopmund staff protest low pay and labour practices

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Employees of Choppies Namibia at Swakopmund petitioned management, expressing dissatisfaction with "meagre earnings over the years and unfair labour practices".

Workers say N$8 per hour, which amounts to about N$1,500 per month, is insufficient and unable to meet their basic needs.

Retired teacher wins Dâure Daman chieftainship

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Retired teacher Isaskar Taurob won the controversial Dâure Daman Traditional Authority chieftainship election at Uis in the Erongo Region.

Taurob garnered 403 votes, while Efraim Goseb and Dawid Areseb received 6 and 1 votes, respectively.