New Kaoko-Otavi clinic boosts healthcare access in Kunene Region

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The Chief Medical Officer in the Kunene Region, Mugisha Barongo, has said the establishment of the Kaoko-Otavi Correctional Facility clinic speaks to the decentralisation of essential services and ensuring equitable access to healthcare.

Lusaka faces burial space shortage

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The City of Lusaka, Zambia's capital, has run out of burial space and is now seeking private landowners to partner with or sell their land.

Lusaka City Council (LCC) Public Relations Manager Chola Mwamba disclosed that there have been 17,717 deaths in the city since January this year.

Flash floods and showers hit northern, zambezi regions

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Rainfall during the Christmas week was quite intense across much of the Oshana, Ohangwena, Kavango East and West, and Zambezi regions, which mostly experienced scattered showers accompanied by flash flooding.

Botswana’s economy hit hard in 2025

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For citizens of Botswana, 2025 was a year of economic struggle and a fragile hope. 

With significant downturns quarter after quarter and a collapsing currency, Botswana experienced the worst economic challenges. 

Swakopmund emerges as a growing economic hub

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The coastal town of Swakopmund has emerged as a growing economic hub, though some sectors remain seasonal.

And according to the Swakopmund Business Chamber, better planning and improved services have ensured success.

Namibia urged to strengthen governance for oil and gas sector

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The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources says Namibia must urgently strengthen governance and industrial capacity to fully benefit from emerging oil and gas developments.

Its Chairperson, Tobie Aupindi, made the remarks following a benchmarking visit to Ghana earlier this month.

ZDF engineers reopen Great East Road

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Military engineers from the Zambia Defence Force (ZDF) have reopened the Great East Road, paving the way for passage to eastern Zambia, Malawi and northern Mozambique.

Keetmanshoop terminal prepares for New Year rush

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With families preparing for long trips to spend New Year's Day with loved ones, the Puma Loading Terminal at Keetmanshoop is gearing up for an influx of public transport commuters.