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Stories this week (since Mon 26 Oct)
Oshana
ONGWEDIVA CALLS FOR AN END TO MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA
Sinomine Trust injects N$750 000 in education
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA– Sinomine Tsumeb Community Trust has invested N$750 000 in education initiatives in the Oshikoto region for the academic year 2026, supporting mathematics and science, school feeding programmes, vulnerable learners and sports development. The funding is aimed at improving learners’ academic performance, supporting school attendance and creating opportunities for children from disadvantaged backgrounds.... The post Sinomine Trust injects N$750 000 in education appeared first
Ongwediva’s first council leisure park nears completion
ONGWEDIVA – After years of having Bennie’s Entertainment Park as an established leisure destination, Ongwediva residents are set to gain another recreational attraction, with the town’s first leisure park under the town council nearing completion at Extension 11. The N$3.1 million project is being developed by the Ongwediva Town Council as part of its efforts... The post Ongwediva’s first council leisure park nears completion appeared first on New Era .
Oshikoto schools receive water tanks
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – Eight schools with community hostels in the Oshikoto region have received water tanks as donation from the office of the governor, to improve water storage, hygiene and living conditions for learner. Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi officially handed over the water tanks to Omukwiyugwemanya Senior Secondary School, King Kauluma Combined School, Amen... The post Oshikoto schools receive water tanks appeared first on New Era .
Oshakati braces for youth boxing bonanza
Maurice Kambukwe The Kilimanjaro Boxing Academy will host its “Young Shall Grow Part 10” development bonanza this weekend at Ekuku Park in Oshakati, bringing together more than 70 amateur boxers from across the northern regions. According to the academy’s founder and promoter, Joseph Bernard, preparations are at an advanced stage, and the boxers are ready.... The post Oshakati braces for youth boxing bonanza appeared first on New Era .
Okahao Mayor’s Cup set for November
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – Okahao Town Council will host the Mayor’s Cup at the Ehao Cultural Expo Centre from 6 to 8 November, inviting teams to register for the three-day sporting competition. Okahao Mayor Gandja Iiyambo said the Mayor’s Cup aims to unite residents, promote cultural exchange, create business opportunities, and identify talented young athletes... The post Okahao Mayor’s Cup set for November appeared first on New Era .
Over 100 police officers promoted in Oshana
Hambeleleni Daniel A total of 117 police officers were promoted to higher ranks in the Oshana region yesterday, with Commissioner Andreas Shilelo handing ove
Ohangwena seeks temporary measures for lack of classrooms
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA - Tasked to lead education in a region facing a lack of facilities, especially classrooms, Ohangwena education Director Isak Hamatwi
Beyond the stoma: Kangumbe’s journey of courage and acceptance
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA- At 25, Jenefa Kangumbe is learning to embrace life after colostomy surgery, drawing strength from her faith and using her experience
Rape convict appeals conviction
Iuze Mukube An Ondangwa resident sentenced to 13 years imprisonment for raping a minor is appealing his conviction and sentence in the High Court.
Village headman murder suspect bail tomorrow
Festus Hamalwa ONDANGWA – The murder case against Sinskus Johannes, who is accused of killing headman Sam Nepando and injuring National Planning Commission
Tsumeb residents demand streetlights for safety
ONGWEDIVA- Residents of Tsumeb are calling for urgent repairs to streetlights, the removal of overgrown bushes and stronger action against unlawful late-night l
NBC’s local content reaches 68%
ONGWEDIVA – Local content on Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) television has surged to 68%, far exceeding the national broadcaster’s internal target
NamWater turns to digital technology to improve water supply
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA- The Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) is turning to digital technology to reduce water losses, improve billing and strengthen the r
Youth urged to think before posting online
Victoria Immanuel ONGWEDIVA – Young people have been urged to think carefully before posting on social media, as one post can damage a person’s reputatio
Young innovators challenged to turn ideas into jobs
Victoria Immanuel ONGWEDIVA – Five groups have been shortlisted from 25 applications for this year’s Youth Hackathon, while 10 exhibitors were selected f
Nam technologist advises turning AI into jobs
Victoria Immanuel ONGWEDIVA – Namibian technologist, researcher and artificial intelligence (AI) expert Dr Mbangula Lameck Amugongo said Namibia must mov
NAM-CSIRT hosts cyber incident response masterclass
The Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team, NAM-CSIRT, hosted a One-Day Masterclass on Cyber Incident Handling, Response and Crisis Communication yesterday at the Ongwediva...
Government to introduce AI policy for civil servants
Victoria Immanuel ONGWEDIVA - The government will soon introduce a policy to regulate the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by civil servants and governm
She wrote to heal, now she writes to help others
Saara Ndeshuumbwa Lucas, a student teacher at the International University of Management (IUM)’s Ongwediva Campus, has turned her personal health struggles in
Imaging Centre expands healthcare in the north
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge said that the inauguration of the Medical Imaging Centre in Ongwediva will improve access to speciali
Kathindi urges partnerships for Tsumeb growth
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA- Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi has called for stronger partnerships between government, the private sector and local communities t
Learners discover ICT opportunities at national summit
ONGWEDIVA – Learners from Oshana Gymnasium say attending the National ICT Summit in Ongwediva has opened their eyes to the opportunities technology offers, fr
N$79m in banking cyber-related fraud losses
ONGWEDIVA – A total of N$79 million in banking fraud losses was reported between 2020 and 2025, according to the Bank of Namibia. This was revealed
Call for investment in ICT education
Victoria Immanuel ONGWEDIVA – The government has been urged to recruit qualified information and communication technology (ICT) professionals as teacher
ICT Summit targets youth employment
Victoria Immanuel ONGWEDIVA – Namibia is looking to technology to create jobs, fight poverty and open new economic opportunities for young people as the co
Tsumeb launches U/17 youth football league
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA - The Tsumeb Super 12 U/17 Youth Football League has officially launched, providing young footballers with a platform to develop their
Oshakati Council urges struggling customers to seek payment plans
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – Oshakati Town Council has urged customers struggling to settle their municipal accounts to approach the local authority before an
National ICT Summit kicks off in Ongwediva
ONGWEDIVA – The 9th National ICT Summit, which is being hosted in Ongwediva in the Oshana region, kicked off yesterday, focusing on digital innovation, inform
Dragon Fire uses music to tell real-life stories
ONGWEDIVA- Musician Uutoni Ismael, popularly known as Dragon Fire is using music not only to entertain audiences but also to tell real-life stories and communic
Iipinge challenges youth to drive Namibia’s development
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – Oshana Regional Governor Hofni Iipinge has urged 127 Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level learners at Iipumbu Senior Secondary School t
Steenkamp calls for quality and smart education in Oshana
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, has called for stronger partnerships, improved
Vendors reject Eenhana market relocation
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA– Over 300 street vendors staged a peaceful demonstration in Eenhana earlier this week, rejecting a proposed relocation by the Eenhana Town Council and calling for the establishment of a permanent, properly serviced open market. The vendors were instructed to vacate their current trading spots before 1 October and move to three designated... The post Vendors reject Eenhana market relocation appeared first on New Era .
NamPower tackles overcrowding at Otshipya school
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA– The NamPower Foundation has handed over a three-classroom block and storeroom to Otshipya Combined School in the Etayi Constituency
Community garden reaches 38 vulnerable households
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – A total of 38 vulnerable households have benefited from the Ongwediva Town Council’s community garden since its establishment in
NATIONAL ICT SUMMIT SET TO KICK OFF IN ONGWEDIVA
BREAKING: Gun and N$50 000 stolen at Oniimwandi
Police are hunting for suspects after a house was broken into at Oniimwandi Village in Oshakati East on Friday night.It is alleged that the owner left his house around 20h00, leavi...
Noa Admits To Sex Act But Says It Was Not Completed
Rape-accused Dennis Noa told the Ondangwa Magistrates’ Court on Friday that he had sexual intercourse with the complainant on 17 July 2026, but that the act was not completed."He d...
STEENKAMP CONCERNED OVER OSHANA’S POOR NSSCAS PERFORMANCE
Oshikoto governor donates water tank to vulnerable family
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – The Office of the Governor of Oshikoto has donated a 10 000-litre water tank to a family in Ashipepe village, Eengodi constituenc