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‘Abandonment, loneliness drive addicts to drugs’
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP- The //Kharas regional police confiscate large amounts of narcotics every month, raising concerns about drug use in communities across the region. New Era sat down with three drug users from Keetmanshoop who explained how substance abuse can begin with lingering emptiness, unresolved pain and the desire to numb emotional distress. Feelings of... The post ‘Abandonment, loneliness drive addicts to drugs’ appeared first on New Era .
Madisia: Telling Namibia’s history through art
Monika Amunyela Veteran artist and art educator Josef Madisia said that art had never simply been about creating beautiful images. However, he used it as a language to document hardship, question exclusion, and capture a Namibia undergoing political and social change. Born in Lüderitz in 1954, Madisia grew up during the colonial era under apartheid... The post Madisia: Telling Namibia’s history through art appeared first on New Era .
Heroism is about sacrifice – //Kharas police commander
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP- As Namibia prepares to commemorate Heroes’ Day tomorrow, //Kharas regional police commander, Commissioner Marius Katamila, says heroism is not measured by titles, recognition or public praise, but by the sacrifices people make in service to others. Reflecting on the day’s meaning, Katamila said Namibians should remember the country’s forefathers, who suffered personal... The post Heroism is about sacrifice – //Kharas police commander appeared first on New Era .
Construction of the N$160m Buchter Mall in Lüderitz starts
Construction of the N$160 million Buchter Mall in Lüderitz has officially started following the handover of the development site to main contractor Afrideca Construction Namibia (Pty) Ltd on 18 August 2026.
EU, KAS, WAD empowers 263 beneficiaries
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – The European Union (EU), Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) and Women’s Action for Development (WAD) on Tuesday concluded a three-year project. It is aimed at strengthening grassroots civil society organisations (CSOs) and empowering women, youth and marginalised communities to participate meaningfully in Namibia’s democracy. Speaking at the project closure conference and graduation ceremony, EU... The post EU, KAS, WAD empowers 263 beneficiaries appeared first on New Er
Fashion designer preserves Nama craftsmanship
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – Paulton Luciano Witbooi, the grandson of a seamstress, had not planned to enter the fashion industry until an opportunity aros
Keetmanshoop lectured on PrEP
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – Staff from the Ministry of Health and Social Services held an information session on Monday to update the community on the new injectable PrEP option. PrEP, or pre-exposure prophylaxis, is medication used by HIV-negative people to reduce their risk of contracting HIV. Members of the Keetmanshoop community attended the session in... The post Keetmanshoop lectured on PrEP appeared first on New Era .
Steenkamp: Do not fear technology
KEETMANSHOOP – Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture Sanet Steenkamp urged youth not to fear technology but rather embrace it to their benefit. She made this statement when delivering her keynote address during the commemoration of International Youth Day last week in the southern town of Keetmanshoop. ‘’You must learn it, question... The post Steenkamp: Do not fear technology appeared first on New Era .
From the streets of Lüderitz to a life of purpose
Ndapandula Vanyika Ndeshipanda Akwenye (35) was born and raised in Lüderitz where he was addicted to smoking cigarettes and eventually started smoking cannabis. Before overcoming the challenge, he fought a 15-year battle of addiction. He is now a great rugby player and was selected for the Craven week team starting lineup wearing the Number 7... The post From the streets of Lüderitz to a life of purpose appeared first on New Era .
Learning Passport brings digital education closer to Namibian youth
Patience Makwele Young Namibians, particularly those in rural and underserved communities, are set to gain wider access to digital learning opportunities following the launch of the Namibia Learning Passport in Keetmanshoop on Wednesday. The digital learning platform which was launched by the ministry of education, innovation, youth, sports, arts and culture in partnership with UNICEF, […]
‘You are the leader of today’ – youth urged to lead, create and contribute
Patience Makwele Namibian youths have been urged to take an active role in shaping their communities and preparing themselves for opportunities emerging from technology, innovation and new industries. The call was made during the commemoration of International Youth Day in Keetmanshoop on Wednesday, where youth leaders highlighted the need for young people outside major centres […]
Education launches digital learning website
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – The ministry of education, in partnership with UNICEF, on Wednesday launched its official digital learning website. Named the Namibia Learning Passport (NaLP), the platform enables Namibians to access various courses free of charge. The launch took place during the International Youth Day celebrations held at Keetmanshoop under the theme, ‘Youth Advancing... The post Education launches digital learning website appeared first on New Era .
Steenkamp engage //Kharas educational management
KEETMANSHOOP-In efforts to discuss matters relating to education and the effective delivery of service in the //Kharas region, Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture minister, Sanet Steenkamp addressed school principals, heads of departments and members of management from the Directorate yesterday in the town. From the onset she made it clear that her Ministry... The post Steenkamp engage //Kharas educational management appeared first on New Era .
Ariamsvlei gets N$4m for development projects
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – Ariamsvlei is set to receive approximately N$4 million worth of development interventions under the //Kharas Regional Council’s 2026/2027 Procurement Plan. The planned projects were announced during a regional tour led by //Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze, which began in Ariamsvlei on 10 August as part of the government’s information-sharing, community engagement and... The post Ariamsvlei gets N$4m for development projects appeared first on New Era .
New Keetmans mayor vows to scale down ghettos
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – Newly elected Keetmanshoop mayor Emrico Blaauw says he is eager to use his position to drive change in the southern town, with a key focus on reducing overcrowding in informal settlements through the Informal Settlement Upgrade Programme. “It is an ecstatic feeling to finally have a chance to be in a... The post New Keetmans mayor vows to scale down ghettos appeared first on New Era .
Nama leaders’ association criticises Agribank’s lending mechanisms
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – Nama Traditional Leaders Association secretary general Deodat Dirkse raised concerns about the Namibian government’s use of Agribank to implement government programmes. He called for the establishment of an independent regulatory body to deal with complaints involving Agribank before they escalate to court. He was speaking at the Parliamentary Standing Committee on... The post Nama leaders’ association criticises Agribank’s lending mechanisms appeared first on New E
Teen beauty queen fights period poverty
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP - On Friday, Cayren Engelbrecht, who won this year’s Miss Keetmanshoop Secondary School pageant, revealed her youth initiative,
Unam empowers young men
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP - The University of Namibia’s Southern Campus hosted a workshop on Saturday to empower young men to boost their confidence, deve
Keetmanshoop youth learn AI, coding
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP - Young people in Keetmanshoop are developing skills in technology and innovation through an artificial intelligence and coding bo
//Kharas engages on climate change
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP - The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has started a two-day stakeholder consultation in the //Kharas region to gathe
Keetmans donates to mothers
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – Medical doctor Herve Sabwa has urged mothers to seek accurate information about breastfeeding, saying misconceptions and certain medical and social challenges often discourage women from breastfeeding their babies. Sabwa made these remarks during a brief handover ceremony of donations to breastfeeding mothers at the Keetmanshoop District Hospital on Thursday as part... The post Keetmans donates to mothers appeared first on New Era .
IPC questions Namport over Lüderitz proposal
Independent Patriots for Change MP Rodney Cloete expressed his concern over the alleged procurement process of the N$4 million Lüderitz oil-and-gas supply base proposal. Taking to his social media platforms, the politician demanded a valid explanation as to why the Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) rejected the proposal submitted by Alpha Nautical Services (Anol) and subsequently... The post IPC questions Namport over Lüderitz proposal appeared first on New Era .
Three serious violent incidents reported in northern and southern Namibia
Staff Reporter POLICE have arrested suspects in three serious violent incidents reported in Onayena, Outapi and Karasburg over the weekend, including an alleged attempted murder involving three victims and two separate murder cases. In Onayena, a 27-year-old Namibian man was arrested following an alleged domestic violence-related attempted murder at Oniimwandi village on Friday. According to ... The post Three serious violent incidents reported in northern and southern Namibia appeared first on
Keetmans holds an open market day
KEETMANSHOOP – The Keetmanshoop municipality recently hosted an open market day to help residents earn much-needed income. Member of the organising committee, Charles Josob, said they used to have the event monthly, but due to low turnouts, they decided to put it on trial for the first time this year to establish the interest of... The post Keetmans holds an open market day appeared first on New Era .
Lüderitz mayor proposes debt relief for pensioners
Pensioners in Lüderitz who can barely stretch their old-age grant to cover municipal bills may soon see years of accumulated debt wiped clean under a new relief programme proposed...
Parly committee probes southern natural resources
KEETMANSHOOP-The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources, as part of its Constitutional mandate, recently undertook visits to the //Kharas and Har
Retired teacher never gave up sport
KEETMANSHOOP- Although already went on retirement eight years ago, veteran sportsman Wolfgang Cloete (aka ‘Woelfie’) (70) remained active in activities prom
Harvest Ministries’ tournament promotes unity
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP- Harvest Ministries Church in Tseiblaagte here in Keetmanshoop, hosted a seven-a-side football tournament on Saturday, bringing to
Police seek suspect in Rosh Pinah boy rape
Staff Reporter A 10-YEAR-OLD boy was allegedly raped by an unknown male suspect at a house in the Tutungeni location of Rosh Pinah on Friday evening. According to the police weekend crime report, the incident occurred at around 19:00. The child was subsequently taken to Luderitz State Hospital, where a sexual assault kit was completed. ... The post Police seek suspect in Rosh Pinah boy rape appeared first on Informanté .
Oranjemund woman arrested after leaving children locked in house that caught fire
Staff Reporter THE Namibian Police in Oranjemund, in the ||Karas Region, have arrested a 28-year-old woman for allegedly contravening the Child Care and Protection Act of 2015. It is alleged that on Friday, the suspect left her two children, aged 3 and 5, unattended after locking them inside the house. According to the police, the ... The post Oranjemund woman arrested after leaving children locked in house that caught fire appeared first on Informanté .
Naute workers bemoan delayed salaries, working conditions
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP - Workers at Naute Irrigation Farm in the //Kharas region have expressed disappointment with their superiors over alleged irregu
Alleged drug dealer may face severe sentence
KEETMANSHOOP- Lukas Kapuma (40), who stands accused of charges relating to dealing in and possession of cocaine (alternative) and contravening section 17 (1) of
Youth welcome sewing skills programme
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP - In an opportunity starved community like Keetmanshoop, Hekta’s Fashion is providing hope by training unemployed youth in schoo
Keetmanshoop VTC eyes oil, gas skills development
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP - The Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre (KVTC) yesterday held an engagement with Kornelia Shilunga, Special Advisor and Head
Keetmanshoop's ageing water pipeline set for N$219.7m upgrade
The first phase of the Naute–Keetmanshoop Water Pipeline Replacement Project was launched in Keetmanshoop this month.Valued at more than N$219.7 million, the project will replace a...
//Kharas’ rising teenage pregnancies alarming
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – Senior Education Officer for Health and Wellness in the //Kharas region, Otilie Lamberth, has raised the alarm over the rising
Tses Spring Sports festival slated for early October
Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP- The southern ‘World Cup’, the Tses Spring Sports festival, will once again bring together sports enthusiasts for exciting a
Staff feel pinch of alleged N$510 000 internal theft
SuperSpar Keetmanshoop workers have been told their July salaries will be paid in two instalments – about 10 days apart – because of a shortfall caused by the alleged theft of N$51...
Spoedvrate vanjaar in hul spore gestuit
Een van die wêreld se gesogste spoedseilgeleenthede, die Lüderitz Speed Challenge, se vlerke is vanjaar geknip.Dit nadat organiseerders die byeenkoms weens ’n gebrek aan befondsi...
NamWater’s N$219.7m pipeline to secure water supply for Keetmanshoop
A N$219.7 million investment to replace the aging Naute–Keetmanshoop water pipeline marks a significant step in strengthening long-term water security for Keetmanshoop and surrounding communities, while highlighting the growing importance of infrastructure renewal in sustaining Namibia's economic and social development.