Pastor allegedly rapes female congregants

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Police in the Omusati Region are high on the heels of a local pastor from Okandi Village, in the Etayi Constituency, who is alleged to have raped three of his female congregation members, aged between 17, 19, and 24 years. 

Namibian police dispose of cocaine valued at N$206 million

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The Police Forensic Science Institute disposed of 412 kilogrammes of cocaine valued at N$206 million that were confiscated at the Walvis Bay harbour.

The haul that set a record for the largest drug bust in the country was seized on June 1, 2018.

Namibia faces biggest debt payment yet

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A significant portion of government debt is due for repayment over the medium term.

The N$14.3 billion Eurobond, due on October 29, 2025, is the largest single-day debt maturity in the history of Namibia.

Reflecting on Walvis Bay's journey to freedom

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After Namibia's independence on March 21, 1990, the Apartheid South African government refused to relinquish control over Walvis Bay.

The harbour town, even after the lowering of the Apartheid regime's flag, was administered by the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Pensioners disappointed by N$200 increment

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Pensioners are disappointed with the N$200 increment announced, as they were expecting more.

The late President, Dr. Hage Geingob, expressed hopes last year for a possible increment of between N$2,000 and N$3,000 in the old age grand.

Economic recovery is not expected to address pervasive challenges - Shiimi

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Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi says the projected economic recovery is not expected to address pervasive and entrenched national challenges.

Tabling the national budget, Shiimi said it is therefore urgent that Namibia's economy be diversified.

Hakahana residents demand compensation from Octagon Construction 

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Some residents of Hakahana Informal Settlement are angry with Octagon Construction, claiming that their properties were damaged during a flood that occurred because of stormwater pipes that were obstructed, allowing water to enter their homes.