Calls for clarity on Plaatjie's murder met with silence

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Police say their calls to seek clarity from prosecutors regarding the provisional withdrawal of the murder case of 31-year-old Keetmanshoop resident Elleste Plaatjie have been met with silence.

Plaatjie's murder case was provisionally withdrawn at the Keetmanshoop Magistrate's Court on September 2nd.

Senior citizens celebrate International Older Persons Day

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Senior citizens lodging at Keetmanshoop state-owned Daan Viljoen Old Age Home expressed their gratitude for the positive impact of government initiatives intended to enhance their lives. 

They shared sentiments reflecting on their lives and challenges on International Older Persons Day. 

Readathon Week celebrated in Keetmanshoop

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||Kharas Governor, Aletha Fredrick, has urged learners, educators, and parents to actively create reading opportunities for children. 

She made the call at a celebration ceremony for Readathon Week, held at Keetmanshoop. 

Keetmanshoop Concludes First-Ever NBC Fun Run

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The inaugural NBC Fun Run in Keetmanshoop, ||Kharas region, attracted around 120 enthusiastic participants.

Runners tackled distances of 21 km, 10 km, 7 km, and 5 km, all while enjoying the excitement of the event.

nbc DG appreciates staff at Keetmanshoop

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Namibian Broadcasting Corporation's (nbc) Director General Stanley Similo hosted a thank-you party to recognise the commitment and diligence of staff at the nbc's Keetmanshoop Contribution Centre. 

Keetmanshoop residents accuse municipality of nepotism

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A group of Keetmanshoop residents alleged nepotism in the appointments at the municipality as well as unfair labour practices. 

The protesters, in a petition, accused the acting HR Strategic Executive Manager, Adam Isaack, of alleged nepotism. 

Basic Income Grant supporters hold national march

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While many Namibians spent the day commemorating Heroes' Day, others took to the streets, demanding the government implement a Basic Income Grant (BIG) for unemployed citizens up to age 59.