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N$3.9 million upgrade boosts diagnostic services at Rehoboth hospital
Staff Reporter MORE than 53,000 residents of Rehoboth and surrounding communities are expected to benefit from improved healthcare services following the official inauguration of a new N$3.93 million Radiology and Laboratory Unit at St. Mary’s Hospital. The upgraded facility, inaugurated by Minister of Health and Social Services Dr Esperance Luvindao, forms part of the ongoing ... The post N$3.9 million upgrade boosts diagnostic services at Rehoboth hospital appeared first on Informanté .
FNB Dolphin Face Tough Away Test Against Rehoboth Rugby Club
FNB Dolphin Rugby Club will travel to Rehoboth this weekend for a crucial away fixture against FNB Rehoboth Rugby Club as the Namibian Rugby season continues.
Hardap learners exposed to career paths
MARIENTAL - The Hardap education directorate recently held a three-day career fair for learners in Mariental and Rehoboth. This was to guide grade 11 and AS-
Stakeholders seek clarity on Space Bill
Joe-Chintha Garises MARIENTAL - Stakeholders in Hardap have raised concerns over the long-term financial sustainability of Namibia’s proposed space progr
Mariental residents petition municipality
Mariental residents on Wednesday petitioned the Mariental municipality, calling for an independent investigation into alleged irregularities in the Extension five relocation process, improved municipal service delivery and stronger economic development initiatives. The petition alleges irregularities in the allocation of municipal erven, including a lack of transparency, abuse of authority, intimidation of applicants and unequal treatment […] The post Mariental residents petition municipality ap
Parliamentary Committee on Natural Resources slams poor management of Hardap Green Scheme
Staff Reporter THE Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources, Dr Tobie Aupindi, has criticised the management of government green schemes, describing conditions at the Hardap Green Scheme in particular as “a disaster”. “It’s a disaster. Government infrastructure, government investment that cost millions of dollars, are just rotting there, being misused, being mismanaged. ... The post Parliamentary Committee on Natural Resources slams poor management of Hardap Green
Mariental Triathlon reaches milestone
THE Old Mutual Mariental Chamber of Commerce Triathlon will reach a special milestone on Saturday when the 25th consecutive edition will be held. The Triathlon was […]
Kai//Ganaxab keeps youth from streets
MARIENTAL – Gift-Alan Karuhumba, acting head of Kai//Ganaxab Youth Skills Training Centre says through equipping unemployed youths, the institution is keeping them away from roaming the streets. He responded as such when recently interviewed by New Era on the activities at the centre. “The centre also aims to empower young people with vocational skills so... The post Kai//Ganaxab keeps youth from streets appeared first on New Era .
United overpower Rehoboth to strengthen title challenge
Hesron Kapanga Trustco United delivered an impressive attacking display on Saturday to defeat Rehoboth 66-47 at home in Round 8 of the Namibia Rugby Union Premier League. United, who were targeting a bonus-point victory to strengthen their position in the standings, crossed the whitewash 10 times, while Rehoboth replied with six tries in an entertaining,... The post United overpower Rehoboth to strengthen title challenge appeared first on New Era .
Witkop learners recover
Heather Erdmann REHOBOTH – Learners from Witkop Primary School who were hospitalised after falling ill following the consumption of fish cakes at the GoodHope Hostel have recovered and returned to school. The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) confirmed that 101 learners were clinically assessed at St Mary’s District Hospital in Rehoboth after developing... The post Witkop learners recover appeared first on New Era .
Hardap police destroy confiscated drugs worth over N$460,000
Staff Reporter THE Namibian Police (NamPol) in the Hardap Region has destroyed drugs worth N$462,510 that were confiscated last year. Deputy Commissioner Theodore Kotungondo said the drugs were confiscated from various parts of the region and were linked to cases finalised between January and December 2025. “These drugs mostly originated from Rehoboth, Mariental and Kalkrand,” ... The post Hardap police destroy confiscated drugs worth over N$460,000 appeared first on Informanté .
MPs oversee agricultural facilities in Hardap region
Allexer Namundjembo The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources has concluded an oversight visit to key agricultural projects in the Hardap Region. The visit aimed to assess the performance of both public and private agricultural enterprises and their contribution to Namibia’s food security and economic development. Led by the committee’s chairperson Tobie Aupindi, the delegation […]
Namwater talipopere koudigu una kara moMariental
Dalene Kooper Keetmanshoop- namwater talipopere mwene koudigu kaukerepo womema aga kaga hege kupita posiruwo sonkangdi moMariental, nokutanta asi awo kavakweme nongendeseso edi dakarapo nare konyima tupu kansela gondango Daniel Gariseb kahomokerere vagavi mema morwa kapi kavageve nzigo asi mema tagapata nokuhundira asi vahepa kurugana moomu yawapera. Gariseb katente asi eyi nye yokuhagekesa mema posiruwo kuna... The post Namwater talipopere koudigu una kara moMariental appeared first on New Era
Mariental residents protest ‘unfair’ land distribution
Residents of Mariental in the Hardap region took to the streets on Tuesday, marching to the municipality office to raise their grievances over alleged unfair land distribution at Extension five. Spokesperson for the group of aggrieved residents Immanuel Prins says the committee established to oversee land allocations reportedly allocated multiple erven to one family, raising […] The post Mariental residents protest ‘unfair’ land distribution appeared first on The Namibian .
Mariental blames water disruption on NamWater
The Mariental Municipality has blamed NamWater for a water supply crisis that left large parts of the town, including residential areas and schools, without reliable water last week. Water has since been restored, but municipal councillor Daniel Gariseb says the town was left in the dark. “The sudden water suspension without prior notice compromised public […] The post Mariental blames water disruption on NamWater appeared first on The Namibian .
Rehoboth sibling murderer Van Wyk sentenced to life imprisonment
A Rehoboth resident convicted of murdering his brother by stabbing him in the heart with a knife has been sentenced to life imprisonment at the end of his trial in the High Court. Judge Dinnah Usiku sentenced Riaan van Wyk (46) to a life prison term on Friday, after describing Van Wyk as a danger […] The post Rehoboth sibling murderer Van Wyk sentenced to life imprisonment appeared first on The Namibian .
Three arrested for stock theft in Hardap Region
Staff Reporter THREE suspects, aged 15 to 19, were arrested for allegedly stealing livestock from Farm Deutche Erde in the Hardap Region. “It is alleged that the suspects were found in possession of 20 sheep and three goats bearing tampered ear marks without a satisfactory or lawful explanation regarding their possession of the livestock. It ... The post Three arrested for stock theft in Hardap Region appeared first on Informanté .
Rigaud aims for Namibian pop music scene
Monika Amunyela Namibian pop artist Rigaud Ashton Beukes, known professionally as Rigaud, who was born and raised in Rehoboth, has learned to embrace his identity while using music as a medium for storytelling and for creating authentic pop music that reflects who he is. Beukes is on a mission to put himself out there in... The post Rigaud aims for Namibian pop music scene appeared first on New Era .
Two pensioners discovered dead in separate incidents in Hardap
The police have reported that two elderly men were discovered dead in the Hardap region on Friday at Maltahöhe and Kalkrand, respectively. National police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi announced this in the police’s weekend crime report on Sunday. She says a man (69) died at Blikkiesdorp at Maltahöhe at around 15h00. “It is alleged […] The post Two pensioners discovered dead in separate incidents in Hardap appeared first on The Namibian .
Unam’s ‘empathy doctor’
School of medicine’s first woman associate dean steps down from role Rehoboth-born medical doctor Felicia Christians, who has stepped down as the University of Namibia’s School of Medicine’s first woman associate dean, has left former students with a valuable lesson. “Her welcoming and calm spirit made her easily approachable, providing students a safe space to […] The post Unam’s ‘empathy doctor’ appeared first on The Namibian .
Gibeon residents petition police over alleged brutality
Residents of Gibeon have petitioned the Hardap police regional commander, calling for an urgent investigation into allegations of police brutality and abuse of authority at the Gibeon Police Station. The petition, addressed to Hardap regional commander Sydney Philander and copied to the inspector general and the executive director of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, […] The post Gibeon residents petition police over alleged brutality appeared first on The Namibian .
Hardap farmers benefit from climate-smart agriculture project
Staff Reporter FARMERS in the Hardap Region have shared how agricultural inputs, gardening tools, and training received through a drought resilience project have strengthened their farming activities and improved their ability to adapt to changing climatic conditions. The Enhancing Resilience of Farming Communities Affected by Drought through the Promotion of Adaptive Agriculture project is being ... The post Hardap farmers benefit from climate-smart agriculture project appeared first on Informa
Tamboernooitjies seniors take centre stage
Heather Erdmann REHOBOTH – In a quiet yard in Block B, laughter rises before a single marching step is taken. The Silwer Hare (Silver Hair) Tamboernooitjies, a senior drum majorette troupe locally known as trompoppies (drum majorettes), are rehearsing more than choreography. They are rehearsing memory, discipline and identity. Made up of 12 senior women,... The post Tamboernooitjies seniors take centre stage appeared first on New Era .
Feeding Rehoboth’s vulnerable children
An unemployed Rehoboth-based community activist has built a kindergarten that shelters, feeds and educates neglected children, some of whom have been abandoned by their parents. John Khachab (58) built El-Roi kindergarten in 2016 after witnessing cases of child neglect at Rehoboth. He says he has even seen children at shebeens drinking alcohol – some alone […] The post Feeding Rehoboth’s vulnerable children appeared first on The Namibian .
Rehoboth resident loses N$15,490 in lottery scam
Staff Reporter THE Namibian Police in Rehoboth, Hardap Region, are investigating a case of fraud after a woman lost N$15,490 to a suspected lottery scam on Friday. According to the police’s weekend crime report, the incident occurred at about 15:00 at a house in Block D after an unknown suspect called the victim and told ... The post Rehoboth resident loses N$15,490 in lottery scam appeared first on Informanté .
Luvindao detaches ambulance shortage from Mariental deaths
Health and Social Services Minister Esperance Luvindao has dismissed claims that the deaths of a heavily pregnant woman and her sister in the fatal August 2025 Mariental road crash...
CastleBet Cup set for Rehoboth
The CastleBet Cup 2026 will be held in Rehoboth on 4 July. The gate draw for the different horse racing teams took place on Thursday with Tobias Naule representing the sponsors CastleBet Namibia and Chantelle Mouton the Namibia Horse Racing Association (NHRA). Castlebet Namibia representative Tobias Naule, helped to pick out the different teams slots […] The post CastleBet Cup set for Rehoboth appeared first on The Namibian .
First Gentleman calls for empowerment of boy child in Mariental
Staff Reporter THE First Gentleman of Namibia, Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah, has called for greater focus on empowering the boy child through mentorship, positive role models and community support. Ndaitwah made the remarks during an engagement with learners, parents, educators, community leaders and stakeholders in Mariental under the theme, “Empowering the Boy Child ... The post First Gentleman calls for empowerment of boy child in Mariental appeared first on Informanté .
Hardap pensioners await grant lifeline
Most of the pensioners in the Hardap region whose monthly grants were frozen due to a verification exercise can expect to receive their funds during the July payment cycle. Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare senior administrative officer at Rehoboth Yolande Klazen says while administrative delays mean a portion of the more than 400 […] The post Hardap pensioners await grant lifeline appeared first on The Namibian .
Three months on the street with two children
Rehoboth mother to finally get shelter For three months, Katrina Afrikaner (44) lived on the streets of Rehoboth’s Block H with her two children, aged five and two, with no food to eat and blankets to keep them warm during the cold weather. Every morning she wandered around the community with hopes of finding something […] The post Three months on the street with two children appeared first on The Namibian .
Old Mutual drives tech education
REHOBOTH – The Old Mutual Foundation has donated eight laptops, valued at N$90 992, to Dr Lemmer High School in Rehoboth, reinforcing its commitment to education and to developing digital skills among Namibian learners. The donation forms part of the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to improve access to educational resources and technology, ensuring learners are equipped... The post Old Mutual drives tech education appeared first on New Era .
South braces for more thunderstorms after rainy weekend
Staff Reporter The south continued to experience sustained heavy rainfall this weekend, leading to rising river flows and increasing dam levels. According to the Namibia Meteorological Service, more rainfall is expected in the south on Monday, with the south-eastern parts of the //Kharas Region likely to be the most affected.Several areas in the Hardap and ... The post South braces for more thunderstorms after rainy weekend appeared first on Informanté .
Missing Mariental woman found dead
The body of a woman (58) who was reported missing last month was found in bushes near Mariental on Saturday. National police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi says the body of Johanna Jagger, also known as Karkies, was discovered between the NLA auction kraal and the Mariental municipality sewerage pond. She confirms the incident in […] The post Missing Mariental woman found dead appeared first on The Namibian .
Naute Dam overflows, controlled releases begin
Staff Reporter NAMWATER has started controlled water releases from the Naute Dam after heavy rainfall in the Hardap and //Karas regions caused inflows to push the dam’s level above full capacity. The water utility said the dam had reached 116.9% capacity following significant inflows recorded over the past few days. The controlled releases are being ... The post Naute Dam overflows, controlled releases begin appeared first on Informanté .
Rainfall to persist in southern and eastern regions this weekend
Staff Reporter THUNDERSHOWERS are expected to persist in several areas this weekend. This was predicted by Namibia Meteorological Services, which identified the //Kharas and Hardap regions, as well as the eastern parts of the country, among the areas likely to experience more rain showers on Saturday. These areas are also expected to be particularly windy. ... The post Rainfall to persist in southern and eastern regions this weekend appeared first on Informanté .
Hailstorms and heavy rain drench Hardap and //Kharas regions
Staff Reporter INTENSE hail and rainstorms have dominated the Hardap and //Kharas regions this week, leaving some areas coated in hailstones while others recorded well over 40 millimetres of rainfall. These conditions, which intensified as the week progressed, attracted widespread attention, with many people capturing and sharing photos and videos of the extreme weather in ... The post Hailstorms and heavy rain drench Hardap and //Kharas regions appeared first on Informanté .
Rain and hail sweep across the south, more rainfall on the horizon
Staff Reporter WIDESPREAD frost, rain and hail have affected the Hardap and //Kharas regions in recent days, becoming more intense as the week has progressed. Predictions indicate that these conditions are likely to persist on Friday. According to the Namibia Meteorological Services, strong winds and heavy thundershowers are expected across the southern parts of the ... The post Rain and hail sweep across the south, more rainfall on the horizon appeared first on Informanté .
Producers invited to shape the future of sheep industry
A sheep producers’ session scheduled for 22 July 2026 in Mariental will provide a platform for sheep farmers to engage on the future of the industry.
Brothers’ killer awaits sentencing
A Man convicted of murdering his brother at Rehoboth in November 2021, nine years after he had been sent to prison for killing one of his other brothers, is due to be sentenced in the High Court in four weeks’ time. Judge Dinnah Usiku postponed the sentencing of Riaan van Wyk (46) to 10 July […] The post Brothers’ killer awaits sentencing appeared first on The Namibian .
Vice President Lucia Witbooi Celebrates Electrification and Street Lighting in Gibeon
Hardap Region. 12 June 2026. Statement by Her Excellency Lucia Witbooi, Vice President of the Republic of Namibia, delivered at the official handover of household grid connections, Aerial Bundled Conductor (ABC) networks, and public street lighting for Sunrise Informal Settlement in Gibeon. The post Vice President Lucia Witbooi Celebrates Electrification and Street Lighting in Gibeon appeared first on The Namibian .