The City of Windhoek has announced the commencement of speed hump installations in parts of Katutura, urging motorists to cooperate with contractors and adhere to road signs during the process. “Residents and road users are informed that the City of…

Three murder suspects made their first appearance in the Outjo Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday over the murder of Florencia Jacobs. The suspects are Germanus Oreseb (24), Petrus Tsauseb (25) and Theodor Tjikongo (34). Jacobs’ body was discovered behind the Sophia…

Construction of the newly planned N$2.9 billion state hospital in Windhoek’s Havana informal settlement is yet to commence, two years after the groundbreaking ceremony. The 500-bed hospital was scheduled to be completed in 2027 to relieve the burden at Katutura…

National police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi advises retail stores and their employees against taking videos of suspected shoplifters. She says although there is no law that prohibits the taking of photos or videos, such actions have potential repercussions, such…

Windhoek-based freelance chef Idhogela Patrick says professional chefs remain undervalued in Namibia’s event industry, arguing that catering is often treated as a minor service despite being central to major events. Born at Elim in the Omusati region, Patrick (32) recently…

Lüderitz residents are demanding justice after 74-year-old pensioner Frieda Ngwedha died from injuries sustained in an alleged assault and robbery on 16 December 2025. Ngwedha died on 9 January. ||Kharas crime investigation coordinator deputy commissioner Nicodemus Mbango says although the…

Three men were arrested on Monday in connection with the murder of Florencia Jacobs (21), whose body was discovered behind Sophia Shaningwa Fire Station at Outjo on 31 January. Kunene police regional commander commissioner Eric Clay has confirmed that three…

Some employees at the City of Windhoek headquarters say one of the buildings has been without water since last week, forcing them to use mobile toilets at the parking lot. The employees say they are embarrassed by the situation. City…

Defense and veterans affairs minister Frans Kapofi yesterday described former defence minister Erkki Nghimtina as an outstanding leader who played a key role in Namibia’s independence. Nghimtina died at Edundja village in the Ohangwena region on Sunday. He was 77.…

KUNENE governor Vipuakuje Muharukua has called for regional vigils and donations following the discovery of Florencia Jacobs’ body behind an Outjo fire station last Saturday. Kunene police deputy commissioner Florence Kuzatjike has confirmed the incident, saying Jacobs (21) was visiting…

Windhoek’s Donkerhoek residents awoke to find their household contents wet and damaged after a pipe burst early on Saturday morning. The water leak has affected four homes. While the City of Windhoek’s workers are attending to the matter, residents say…

Excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, is a common condition that affects many people. It can affect one’s confidence and disrupt daily life, but there’s help available says aesthetic doctor and founder of Yatenya Medical Practice and Wellness Centre Alma…