Government links Keetmanshoop rural areas to national electricity grid

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The Namibian government has connected some rural communities just north of Keetmanshoop to the national electricity grid under its rural electrification project.

The Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy, Kornelia Shilunga, officially inaugurated the N$6.8 million rural electrification project.

Nujoma's remains will return to Windhoek on Thursday

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As regional memorial services conclude, the remains of the late Founding President will depart from Keetmanshoop to arrive at the Hosea Kutako International Airport at 06:00 on Thursday morning.

Keetmanshoop Churches honour Nujoma with memorial service

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Spiritual leaders from different church denominations in Keetmanshoop, joined by congregants, hosted a memorial service in remembrance of the late Founding President and Father of the Namibian Nation, Dr. Sam Nujoma.

Police investigate murders and sexual assault cases over the weekend

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The Namibian police have reported the murder of a 42-year-old man in Bethanie’s Riverside location.

The victim was stabbed by a 26-year-old suspect who was taken into custody.

In Keetmanshoop’s Tseiblaagte area, a 40-year-old man died following a stabbing incident at a bar.

Reformed ex-offender 'Ninja' helps police motivate youth away from crime

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Police in Keetmanshoop have teamed up with reformed ex-offender Paulus Shimweetheleni, known as ‘Ninja,’ to engage directly with young people about the consequences of crime.

During a recent police community engagement, residents raised concerns over the rising crime rate, fueled largely by gangsterism.

NTA to embark on sensitisation drive to boost enrolment at KVTC

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The Namibia Training Authority (NTA) plans to embark on a sensitisation drive in the ||Kharas and Hardap regions to boost enrolment at the recently constructed Keetmanshoop Vocational and Training Centre. 

This emerged during a stakeholder meeting NTA had at Keetmanshoop. 

Parents urged to play their role in raising children

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Addressing a community meeting aimed at addressing an increase in gang violence in Keetmanshoop, ||Kharas Governor Aletha Frederick called on parents to reflect on the role of raising children.