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First gentleman urges boys to take education seriously
First gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah says boys lacking behind in education should no longer be viewed as an order of business in society. Ndaitwah said this during a first-of-its-kind community engagement regarding boys, spearheaded by his office, at Katima Mulilo on Tuesday. The aim of the initiative is to foster positive masculinity, where boys and young […] The post First gentleman urges boys to take education seriously appeared first on The Namibian .
Oiponga yomeepate onghee ngaa tai twikile moshilongo
Opolifi moshitopolwahoololo shaZambezi oya patulula oshipofa shedipayo lihe fi loshiningilewina konima omulumenhu a xulifa moshiponga shohauto ongula yOshoondaxa. Oshiponga osha ningilwa mondjila yoB8 Ngoma moshitopolwa shaMpyuu moshikandjohoololo shaKabbe North. She likolelela kolopota yopolifi, nakufya, Sanzila Nyambe, okwa li ta di koNgoma a yuka koKatima Mulilo a umbata ovanhu vavali eshi ohauto vati ye lidenga mongobe […] The post Oiponga yomeepate onghee ngaa tai twikile moshilongo appeare
Iipumbu calls for vigilance in Zambezi
Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu says the Zambezi Region remains strategic and unique, but continues to face threats from illicit cross-border crimes. Addressing a regional ministerial staff meeting at Katima Mulilo on Friday, Iipumbu called for vigilance among staff members who facilitate lawful movement, support legitimate trade, promote tourism and […] The post Iipumbu calls for vigilance in Zambezi appeared first on The Namibian .
Mapokola balwanisa kuyamba isi kamulao mwaZambezi
KATIMA MULILO – Mapokola mwasikiliti saZambezi bapatehile ni mungendenge wakulwanisa kuyamba isi kamulao. Yomuhulu wasipokola mwasikiliti Julia Sakuwa-Neo nabihile kuli la 24 Kandao, limembala zasipokola kwaKasika ni Impalila kaswalisano ni sipokola sa mwamezi nebabile ni mungendenge wakulwanisa kuyamba isi kamulao. “Nekubile ni museco kwamunzi waKasenu, mi nekufumanwi mandui babayamba isi kamulao. Mandui babañwi nebafumanwi kwamukulela... The post Mapokola balwanisa kuyamba isi kamulao mwaZambe
Fatal crash and multiple arrests recorded at Zambezi
The police in the Zambezi region have registered a culpable homicide case after a Namibian man died in a road accident on Sunday morning. The accident occurred on the B8 Ngoma road in the Mpyuu area of the Kabbe North constituency. According to a police report, the deceased, identified as Sanzila Nyambe, was travelling from […] The post Fatal crash and multiple arrests recorded at Zambezi appeared first on The Namibian .
Iipumbu warns border failures are eroding public trust
Patience Makwele Inconsistent decision-making, weak discipline and communication failures within the security cluster are eroding public trust in Namibia’s frontline services, minister of home affairs, immigration, safety and security Lucia Iipumbu has warned. Iipumbu made the remarks during a regional ministerial staff meeting in Katima Mulilo on Friday as part of a two-day working visit […]
Zambezi caught in deadly malaria web
Zambezi regional governor Dorothy Kabula-Simushi says the region is the country’s malaria epicentre, accounting for 24 194 cases out of 82 991 nationally. Statistics for January to May indicate that 79 malaria deaths and 6 356 hospital admissions were recorded nationally. Namibia recently observed World Malaria Day under the theme ‘Harnessing Knowledge, Prevention, and Treatment […] The post Zambezi caught in deadly malaria web appeared first on The Namibian .
Minister Iipumbu calls for vigilance in Zambezi
Minister of home affairs, immigration, safety and security Lucia Iipumbu says the Zambezi region remains strategic and unique, but continues to face threats from illicit cross-border crimes. Addressing a regional ministerial staff meeting at Katima Mulilo on Friday, Iipumbu called for vigilance among staff members who facilitate lawful movement, support legitimate trade, promote tourism and […] The post Minister Iipumbu calls for vigilance in Zambezi appeared first on The Namibian .
Zambezi Region faces severe shortage with only eight social workers
The Zambezi Region is facing a critical shortage of social welfare support with only eight social workers currently employed by the Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare to serve the entire region. This alarming gap came to light during an official visit to the Office of the Zambezi Governor by the Parliamentary […]
Amupanda backs Katima streets renaming proposal
Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda has commended the Katima Mulilo Town Council for proposing to rename four streets after local leaders whose contributions have had a lasting impact on public service and national development. During a council ordinary meeting earlier this month, Katima mayor Kabende Kabende proposed that four streets in town be renamed after […] The post Amupanda backs Katima streets renaming proposal appeared first on The Namibian .
MTC Volleyball League Round 3 delivers thrillers
Round three of the 2026 MTC Volleyball National League delivered excitement and memorable encounters as teams battled it out before a lively crowd at the packed Unam Campus Hall in Katima Mulilo over the weekend. A total of 18 matches were scheduled across the men’s and women’s divisions, with several fixtures producing thrilling comebacks and […] The post MTC Volleyball League Round 3 delivers thrillers appeared first on The Namibian .
Young creatives sharpen filmmaking skills in Kino workshop
Staff Reporter THE Namibia Film Commission is hosting the Kino Namibia workshop at the MICT Zambezi Regional Office ahead of the Kino Namibia Film Festival scheduled for 6 June, bringing together around 45 aspiring filmmakers for hands-on training in storytelling, scriptwriting and film production, with the aim of strengthening local creative capacity and promoting Namibian ... The post Young creatives sharpen filmmaking skills in Kino workshop appeared first on Informanté .
Need for trained firefighters for public safety
The deputy minister of urban and rural development, Evelyn !Nawases-Taeyele says it’s imperative that local authorities hire trained firefighters who can respond to emergency situations efficiently. Nawases-Taeyele made this call on Thursday during the commemoration of the International Firefighters Day in Katima Mulilo. Firefighters from all local authorities in the country came together for a […] The post Need for trained firefighters for public safety appeared first on The Namibian .
Kwaito Lager signs management deal …shelves rebrand after fan backlash
Zambezi artist Given Chilinda, popularly known as Kwaito Lager, has officially signed with Kozani Zani Entertainment in a move expected to elevate his career beyond the independent circuit that shaped his rise in the local music industry. The announcement marks a major turning point for the artist, who has spent more than a decade independently... The post Kwaito Lager signs management deal …shelves rebrand after fan backlash appeared first on New Era .
Kino empowers filmmakers in Zambezi
Kino Namibia, an initiative of the Namibia Film Commission (NFC), is hosting this year’s edition in the Zambezi region from 18 to 24 May 2026. The main goals of the programme are to equip young creatives with practical film production skills, encourage collaboration and storytelling, and create a platform for emerging filmmakers to produce authentic... The post Kino empowers filmmakers in Zambezi appeared first on New Era .
Ombelewa yomuprima minista otai twikile nokuyambidida ovo va dengwa kefundja
Ombelewa yomuprima minista oya ti otai twikile nokuyambidida omaumbo oo a mona oixuna kefundja moshitopolwahoololo shaZambezi eemwedi nhatu komesho. Oshitopolwahoololo shaZambezi osha dengwa kefundja neenghono neudo, molwodula ya kula oyo ya tembula ovakalimo nokuteyaula po oikunonwa yavo. Eenghendabala edi oda tameka muMaalisa nokutembula omaumbo neefikola, unene ngaa moshikandjohoololo shaKabbe NorthnoKabbe South. Eekamba di li lwopo20 […] The post Ombelewa yomuprima minista otai twikile nokuy
Film commission trains aspiring Zambezi creatives
The Namibia Film Commission has embarked on a film production training in Katima Mulilo for 45 aspiring creatives to gain hands-on training in storytelling, scriptwriting, and film production. The week-long training done under the Kino Namibia programme comprises aspiring filmmakers, actors, musicians, and directors. Namibia Film Commission’s spokesperson, Rebekka Malakia, told The Namibian that the […] The post Film commission trains aspiring Zambezi creatives appeared first on The Namibian .
OPM to continue feeding flood-affected households in Zambezi
Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) says they will continue to provide for the 2 700 flood affected households in the Zambezi region for the next three months. The Zambezi region has experienced devastating annual floods this year, as well as flash floods due to heavy rains that have displaced residents and destroyed their crops. […] The post OPM to continue feeding flood-affected households in Zambezi appeared first on The Namibian .
Katima Mulilo man wins Jetour SUV in MTC Fan Cup Trivia
Staff Reporter KATIMA Mulilo resident, John Nzundamo, has become the first grand prize winner of the MTC Fan Cup Trivia, taking home a Jetour Dashing Deluxe SUV in the national Recharge & SMS Trivia campaign on 13 May. The campaign combines daily football trivia with customer rewards, giving MTC users a chance to test their ... The post Katima Mulilo man wins Jetour SUV in MTC Fan Cup Trivia appeared first on Informanté .
Katima Mulilo targets servicing 200 plots a year
Katima Mulilo mayor Kabende Kabende has proposed servicing 200 residential plots annually to address a housing backlog exceeding 6 000 units and to curb informal urban growth. Apart from the housing backlog, over 2 000 applicants find themselves on a waiting list dating back to 2008. Kabende, during an ordinary council meeting on Wednesday, said […] The post Katima Mulilo targets servicing 200 plots a year appeared first on The Namibian .
Border crossing delays resolved in Zambezi, says Home Affairs Ministry
Staff Reporter THE Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has said that delays in immigration clearance of travellers at the Ngoma Border Post have been resolved. This comes after video footage showed a long line of trucks lined up at the border post on 13 May 2026, hoping to get through but facing ... The post Border crossing delays resolved in Zambezi, says Home Affairs Ministry appeared first on Informanté .
Ovanafaalama koKatima va ninga ehololomadilaadilo
Ongudu yovanafaalama koshitopolwahoololo shaZambezi Etitatu okwa li ya ninga ehololomadilaadilo lopambili okudja pomatala omalandifilo moKatima Mulilo va yuka keembelewa dewiliko loshitopolwahoololo, oko va yandja omukandanyenyeto wavo. Va nyematekwa koumbudi weengobe itau xulu moshitopolwahoololo nosho yo oimbuluma yovanhu va dja poushiindalongo (Zambia), ovanafaalama ova indila etanga leameno laNamibia li ye mo moshikumungu omu, tava ti kutya […] The post Ovanafaalama koKatima va ninga ehololo
Zambezi region gets first state renal dialysis unit
Staff Reporter THE Ministry of Health and Social Services has inaugurated the Zambezi Region’s first state renal dialysis unit at Katima Mulilo State Hospital, a development aimed at improving access to treatment for kidney disease patients in the region. The dialysis unit, officially inaugurated by Health Minister Dr. Esperance Luvindao, was established through a government ... The post Zambezi region gets first state renal dialysis unit appeared first on Informanté .
Neo unga kamaiso yaZambezi
KATIMA MULILO – Sipokola sanaha Namibia mwasikiliti sa Zambezi nesibile nikezahalo yakutambeka nikunga kamaiso, mwahala muzamaisi yafunduka Andreas Shilelo ni muzamaisi yanga sibaka Julia Sakuwa-Neo. Mubusisi wasikiliti sa Zambezi Dorothy Kabula nalumbile muzamaisi Shilelo katundamo yahae nikusebeza tata, mi nasupile taba yakulwanisa busholi bwalikomu mwalibaka zaLiselo-Kamenga kuba bupaki. Mubakweli Yomuhulu wasipokola mwanaha Elias Mutota nasusuelize... The post Neo unga kamaiso yaZambezi appe
Khuta yaMasubia ilatula mabulatwi alifu laMulena
KATIMA MULILO – Khuta yaMasubia ilatuzi mabulatwi abuhata hala likakalezo zakuli Mulena Gilbert Muhongo Mutwa utimezi. Kwamukopano nibabihi bamakande viki yefelile, Ngambela waMasubia Raphael Mbala nanyatezi kuli Mulena Mutwa wapila mi uiketile. “Mulena waluna uiketile. Nibata kuzibisa naha kuli hakuna butata. Sina hamuiponezi yena, uiketile mi umwamakete sakata. Naile kwaWindoko cwalecwale kuyotatubisa makete ahae, mi... The post Khuta yaMasubia ilatula mabulatwi alifu laMulena appeared first o
Farmers fear market loss after Katima abattoir scale down
Patience Makwele The scaling down of operations by the Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco) at the Katima Mulilo abattoir has left farmers in the Zambezi region uncertain about the future of cattle marketing and the stability of the local livestock sector. Zambezi livestock farmer Kwenani Matengu said the development has created uncertainty among producers, although […]
Hard choices, hard realities: Why Meatco’s Katima exit must be viewed in context
The decision by Meatco to wind down operations at the Katima Mulilo abattoir in the Zambezi region has unsurprisingly triggered concern, frustration and criticism. For many in the northern communal areas, the facility represented more than a meat processing plant. It was an important market access point for communal farmers, a source of local employment, […]
Meatco to end operations at Katima abattoir
The Meatco operational agreement with the Zambezi Meat Corporation (Zamco) has come to an end, and will now see Meatco winding down its operations at the Katima Mulilo abattoir. The agreement, which has been in place since 10 April 2021, expired on 15 April 2026 after reaching its natural conclusion following the expiry date. Meatco’s... The post Meatco to end operations at Katima abattoir appeared first on New Era .
Meatco winds down Katima abattoir operations
The Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco) will progressively scale down operations at the Katima Mulilo abattoir. This follows the expiry of its agreement with the Zambezi Meat Corporation (ZAMCO). Meatco announced on Tuesday that the memorandum of agreement between Meatco and ZAMCO, which was in effect from 10 April 2021 to 15 April 2026, has […]
Meatco announces structured exit from Katima Mulilo Abattoir operations
Business Reporter MEATCO has announced to stakeholders in the Zambezi Region that the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between Meatco Northern Communal Area and the Zambezi Meat Corporation (ZAMCO), which was in effect from 10 April 2021 to 15 April 2026, has reached its contractual expiry. Undamuje Hambira, Communications Officer at Meatco, explained that following this, ... The post Meatco announces structured exit from Katima Mulilo Abattoir operations appeared first on Informanté .
SADC ministers launch user pays model at Wenela Border Post
Transport ministers from three Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states gathered at the Wenela Border Post in the Zambezi region on Wednesday to officially launch the user pays principle (UPP) funding model. The funding model is designed to ensure fairness and efficiency and requires direct users to pay for services rather than relying on […] The post SADC ministers launch user pays model at Wenela Border Post appeared first on The Namibian .
Sakaria ota i koshikondo shokwaamena presidente
Komufalandjai wopolifi inspekta Joseph Shikongo okwa shiivifa omalunduluko a yooloka moshikondo shelelo lopolifi, taa tameke mulotete laMei. Opolifi oya shiivifa omalunduluko aa kepandja layo lokomalungula onghela ongula. Shikongo okwa tembula komisina Julia Sakua-Neo koKavango Ushilo, okuya koshitopolwahoololo shaZambezi, oko ta ka kala omukulunhu wopolifi wopashitopolwahoololo. Omunambelewa mukulu weameno lapresidente Andreas Nelumbu, okwa twalwa koshitopolwahoololo shaKavango […] The post Sak
Omukulupe a holoka momhangu konima a dipaya ondjaba
Omukulupe (62) okwa holoka momhangu yamangestrata moKatima Mulilo onghela konima vati a yasha oshinamwenyo shaamenwa ehe na omukanda. Otaku tiwa kutya omukulupe “okwa yasha ondjaba oyo ya li nadikwao nhee papuko” odo kwa li vati di li mepya laye Olomakaya konguloshi kohambo koMakwatare moshitopolwa shaMakanga. She likolelela kolopota yoiningwanima yopolifi yOshoondaxa, omutamanekwa okwa li ta […] The post Omukulupe a holoka momhangu konima a dipaya ondjaba appeared first on The Namibian .
Zambezi pupil fighting for his life after attack over N$20
A grade 10 pupil from Simataa Secondary School is in and out of hospital after suffering severe injuries in an alleged assault over an unpaid N$20 debt to another pupil. Matengu Lubasi’s life changed on 23 March when Grade 12 pupil Sinyama Simataa, together with three boys, grabbed him and took him into a hostel […] The post Zambezi pupil fighting for his life after attack over N$20 appeared first on The Namibian .