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Mbumba reaffirms Govt’s commitment to genocide, Orange River border talks
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Mbumba reaffirms Govt’s commitment to genocide, Orange River border talks

President Nangolo Mbumba says Namibia’s government remains committed to concluding genocide negotiations with Germany. He also says the government will conclude negotiations with South Africa on the Orange River boundary between that country and Namibia. “I wish to assure the Namibian people that the government remains committed to conclude the genocide negotiations with Germany and...

Two arrested over Swakop River bridge rail theft
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Two arrested over Swakop River bridge rail theft

Two men were arrested on Tuesday after allegedly stealing brass rails from the Swakop River bridge outside Walvis Bay. Erongo police spokesperson warrant officer Tuyenikelao Tashiya-Fernando this week said the suspects, identified as James Hamukoto (26) and Vilho Kambwali (30), were caught in possession of the stolen property on Tuesday. The suspects allegedly removed the...

Namibia Denies Withdrawal of Soldiers Along Disputed Chobe River Border
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Namibia Denies Withdrawal of Soldiers Along Disputed Chobe River Border

The Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs denies reports that Botswana and Namibia are working on an agreement to withdraw soldiers from the disputed Chobe River border. This denial comes after Botswana’s Sunday Standard reported on 3 March, that Botswana and Namibia are working on pulling back soldiers deployed along the contentious Chobe River, as...

Namibia denies withdrawal of soldiers along disputed Chobe River border
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Namibia denies withdrawal of soldiers along disputed Chobe River border

The Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs denies reports that Botswana and Namibia are working on an agreement to withdraw soldiers from the disputed Chobe River border. This denial comes after Botswana’s Sunday Standard reported on 3 March, that Botswana and Namibia are working on pulling back soldiers deployed along the contentious Chobe River, as...

Govt looks to Okavango River for sustainable water supply
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Govt looks to Okavango River for sustainable water supply

The government says it is looking at desalinating water and tapping from the Okavango River as long-term sustainability measures to address the threatening water shortage in the country. Last week Cabinet approved the prioritisation of the long-term water supply solutions through tapping from Okavango-Link and Desalination projects, to ensure water supply security to the North...

Gondwana launches Hakusembe River Camping2Go
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Gondwana launches Hakusembe River Camping2Go

Gondwana Collection Namibia has announced the launch of Hakusembe River Camping2Go, set to welcome guests from 29 March 2024.  The Hakusembe River Camping2Go, according to Gondwana, comprises four self-catering safari tents, each featuring four beds and a private en-suite bathroom with a shower, located a short walk from the banks of the Okavango River.  The...

Namibia: Katima Mulilo Without Water for Days…Residents Resort to Polluted River
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Namibia: Katima Mulilo Without Water for Days…Residents Resort to Polluted River

Katima Mulilo — Katima Mulilo has been without potable water since Monday due to a burst water pipe. While Namwater is supplying free water, some residents have resorted to drawing water from the Zambezi River for household use and consumption, amidst life-threatening cholera in neighbouring Zambia. Some of the residents are also making use of...

River levels continue to rise
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River levels continue to rise

Staff Reporter WATER levels in the Zambezi, Okavango, Kunene, and Orange rivers are gradually rising, prompting authorities to urge residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and prepared for any potential events. As per the Namibian Hydrological Service’s Wednesday update, the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo measured 1.36 meters on Wednesday morning, up from 1.33...