UNUSUAL OUTBREAK OF RABIES AMONG SEALS REPORTED

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Scientists are warning of an unusual outbreak of rabies among seals in the Benguela Current ecosystem, while a virus has also been found in sardines off the South African coast.

Namibia, Angola and South Africa share the Benguela Current ecosystem.

SCIENTISTS WARN OF DISEASES IN BENGUELA ECOSYSTEM

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Scientists have warned about an unusual outbreak of rabies among seals in the Benguela Current ecosystem, while a virus has also been found in sardines off the South African coast.

The Benguela Current ecosystem is shared by Namibia, Angola, and South Africa.

AFRICAN LEADERS AGREE ON STRONGER PEACE RESPONSE

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African leaders have agreed on measures to strengthen the continent's response to peace and security challenges, with a focus on sustainable financing, early intervention, and rapid response to conflicts.

AFRICAN LEADERS TO TACKLE PEACE, SECURITY CRISIS

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African leaders are expected to confront the continent's worsening peace and security challenges at an Extraordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly of Heads of State and Government in Angola on Sunday.

SARUSUNGU FLOATING BRIDGE CLEANED AFTER 11 YEARS

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The Sarusungu floating bridge, which connects Namibia to Angola, is finally being cleaned for the first time in 11 years.

The cleaning campaign was organised by the Office of the Governor.

The floating bridge, on the outskirts of Rundu, connects Namibia to the Angolan town of Calai.

OUTAPI HOSPITAL STRAINED BY ANGOLAN PATIENT INFLUX

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Outapi District Hospital has been under severe pressure due to a high influx of patients, including referrals from Angola.

Adding to that is a shortage of doctors, which continues to strain the facility.

CLEAN-UP PLANNED FOR SARUSUNGU BRIDGE

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Plans are underway to clean up the area surrounding the floating bridge at the Sarusungu Border post on the outskirts of Rundu. 

The area has been an eyesore for locals and travellers alike.
 
The floating bridge connects Kavango East to the Angolan town of Calai. 

PM REAFFIRMS NAMIBIA'S GLOBAL COMMITMENT

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The Prime Minister has reaffirmed Namibia's commitment to international law, self-determination, inclusive peace-building and multilateralism.

Dr. Elijah Ngurare made the announcement during the United Nations Alliance of Civilisations International Summit, which took place in Luanda, Angola.

BOTSWANA HOLDS STAKE TALKS WITH NEIGHBOURS

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Botswana is engaging with Namibia and Angola with a view to ensuring that the neighbouring countries' ultimate increased stake is at an optimal level in the best interest of the country and its people.