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Agriculture & Land

Orange River Irrigation Project workers allege neglect

The News

Workers at the Orange River Irrigation Project, a government-backed irrigation initiative in the ǁKharas region, say they feel abandoned by authorities.

Why it matters

Orange River Irrigation Project workers' neglect allegations raise accountability questions about a government-backed development initiative.

7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Agriculture & Land

  1. Orange River Irrigation Project workers allege neglect

    Workers at the Orange River Irrigation Project, a government-backed irrigation initiative in the ǁKharas region, say they feel abandoned by authorities.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  2. Southern Namibia records heavy rainfall, dams overflow

    The south experienced sustained heavy rainfall over the weekend, with several areas in Hardap and //Kharas regions receiving significant amounts, including Bethanie which recorded more than 40 mm. Dam levels rose notably, with Naute Dam reaching over 117% capacity, prompting NamWater to open a sluice gate.

    2 hours ago · Informanté

Society

  1. Two learners arrested at Grootfontein school with drugs

    Two Grade 9 learners, aged 19 and 16, were arrested at a Grootfontein school last Wednesday after being allegedly found in possession of a ziplock bag containing 14.5 grams of drugs.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  2. Erongo region needs three new schools annually

    Erongo's education system faces pressure from rapid population growth, requiring at least three new schools or 60 additional classrooms every year.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  3. Cancer drugs among 47 essential supplies delivered nationwide

    Cancer treatment drugs are among 47 essential pharmaceutical and clinical supply items delivered to public health facilities across Namibia, the health ministry confirmed.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  4. Omusati police seek suspect in Okapya rape case

    Police in Omusati Region are still searching for a suspect accused of raping a 19-year-old girl in Okapya village on the evening of 11 June; the suspect is known to the victim but had not been arrested as of the weekend.

    6 hours ago · Informanté

  5. Twenty Lüderitz inmates complete gender-based violence course

    Twenty inmates at Lüderitz Correctional Facility received certificates after completing a Gender-Based Violence course aimed at promoting personal development, behavioural change and reintegration into society. The programme forms part of ongoing rehabilitation efforts by the Namibian Correctional Service.

    4 hours ago · Informanté

Culture

  1. Windhoek mural unveiled for Pride month visibility

    A new Pride month mural was unveiled on Saturday at Sister Namibia premises in Windhoek as a public declaration of visibility, inclusion and celebration.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Sport

  1. Belgium held 0-0 by Iran, Ngoy sent off

    Belgium drew 0-0 with Iran in a World Cup Group G match, with Nathan Ngoy sent off in the second half after fouling Mehdi Taremi. All three games in Group G have ended in draws, leaving Belgium on two points ahead of their final group match against New Zealand.

    7 hours ago · The Namibian

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