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Vodka truck crash prompts poisoning, violence at Otavi clinic

The News

A truck carrying Exo Vodka Energy Mix crashed and caught fire near Otavi, and residents who collected and drank the recovered cans became sick and sought treatment at Otavi Health Centre. A fight broke out among intoxicated patients at the clinic, leaving one man injured.

3 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Society

  1. Vodka truck crash prompts poisoning, violence at Otavi clinic

    A truck carrying Exo Vodka Energy Mix crashed and caught fire near Otavi, and residents who collected and drank the recovered cans became sick and sought treatment at Otavi Health Centre. A fight broke out among intoxicated patients at the clinic, leaving one man injured.

    3 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Culture

  1. Nujoma calls for creative sector recognition as economic driver

    Namibia must recognise the creative sector as a contributor to job creation, enterprise and economic growth rather than viewing culture solely as heritage preservation, Khomas governor Sam Nujoma said at the opening of a photographic exhibition in Windhoek. Nujoma urged deeper international cultural cooperation through joint exhibitions, artist residencies and skills-transfer programmes to create practical opportunities for Namibian creatives and bring investment and visibility to the sector.

    3 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  2. Goethe-Institut Namibia relocates to new Windhoek premises

    The Goethe-Institut Namibia has opened its new home at 6 Simeon Shixungileni Street after operating from Fidel Castro Street for more than two decades. The new venue will host German language examinations, literary events, theatre, music, film screenings and community initiatives.

    3 hours ago · Namibian Sun

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