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Water wars in Eengodi Constituency

Martin Endjala The Eengodi Constituency in the Oshikoto region is grappling with a water crisis due to a lack of boreholes. Residents are forced to drink water with high salinity from wells. According to Iita Sinsikus, a resident of Oshana-Shomupanda village, the constituency has had to deal with this water crisis for several years. This...

Kawana sets aside debate on anti-public gathering bill
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Kawana sets aside debate on anti-public gathering bill

Home affairs, immigration, safety and security minister Albert Kawana has asked for debate on the anti-public gatherings bill to be set aside till the next parliament. He says this will give ample time to consult before discussing further on the bill which has been described as draconian by many. “Particularly, an impression was given that...

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NamWater commissions water pipeline replacement project in Katima Mulilo

The water interruptions caused by frequent breakdowns and pipe bursts at Katima Mulilo will soon be something of the past. This comes after NamWater commissioned the water pipeline replacement project on Tuesday. The existing water pipeline is over 40 years old and requires replacement as it has become inconvenient, causing water supply interruptions. Zambezi Governor,...

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Ekandjo pressures Mbumba to sign anti-same-sex marriage bill into law

Erasmus Shalihaxwe Jerry Ekandjo, a Swapo member of parliament has accused President Nangolo Mbumba of going against the constitution for not signing the Private Members’ Bill into law. The bill seeks to ban and criminalise same-sex marriage in Namibia. Parliament passed it in July of last year after Ekandjo moved the motion. On Tuesday, Ekandjo...

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Deaf people fights for digital inclusion

Ester Mbathera Namibia faces challenges in bridging the digital gap, especially for deaf Namibians, who are heavily reliant on visual communication methods, such as sign language. Paul Nanyeni, the national executive director of the Namibian National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) called on internet providers to ensure access to affordable and reliable internet for his...