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Gibeon

2018-05-032026-10-21
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  1. May 2026

  2. The Namibian

    … Other indebted town and village councils are those of Maltahöhe (N$36.6 million), Gibeon (N$25.8 million), Bethanie (N$22.1 million), Keetmanshoop ( N$28.5 million), and Lüderitz (N$18.2 million). …

    Shock as NamPower sparks N$1bn debt row

  3. Informanté

    Staff Reporter VICE President Lucia Witbooi has called on Namibians to preserve unity, uphold the values of the liberation struggle, and recommit to building an inclusive and prosperous nation, as she addressed the Cassinga Day commemoration and candlelight vigil held in Gibeon. …

    Vice President calls for unity and remembrance at Cassinga Day vigil
  4. April 2026

  5. The Namibian

    Residents suffer Gibeon’s sewerage mess “You can’t open your front door because of the mess outside.” Katrina Holstead says she has had to endure a terrible stench and an eyesore in her yard for the past few years. …

    Walking to school through faeces

  6. The Namibian

    Bondelswarts Traditional Authority offices at Gibeon and Warmbad have been closed for over two years, delaying communal land services and affecting residents’ livelihoods. …

    Bondelswarts offices shut, services in limbo

  7. New Era

    In the quiet village of Gibeon, some 100km south of Hardap’s regional capital, Mariental, survival for most elderly residents rests squarely on the monthly old-age pension grant. …

    Old-age pension breathes life into Gibeon

  8. New Era

    Dalene Kooper KEETMANSHOOP – Gibeon residents in Hardap region are grappling with increasing numbers of high unemployment and lack of economic opportunities, forcing them to solely rely on social grants. …

    Social grants sustain Gibeon’s youth

  9. New Era

    … Young Uushona was posted to Gibeon, south west of Mariental in the southern part of the country, to start his elementary education at the AMEPS Private School in the late 80s. …

    Tales of the Legends –  Life after football with retired fullback  Uushona Hiskia

  10. New Era

    Iuze Mukube There were no eyewitnesses or forensic evidence linking Adam Isaack to the murder of Eldin Fransman seven years ago at Gibeon in Mariental, according to Windhoek High Court Judge Claudia Claasen. …

    Mariental man acquitted of murder
  11. March 2026

  12. The Namibian

    … Key historical sites where memorial monuments could be established include Ohamakari, Gibeon, Vaalgras, Ouparakane, Seeis, Swaartfontein, Kanus, Gochas and so on. …

    Key Pillars of Genocide Memorialisation

  13. Informanté

    … Witbooi, who was born on 21 March 1962 in Gibeon in the Hardap Region, is Namibia’s second female Vice President and has been recognised for her longstanding commitment to public service and nation-building. …

    Namibia celebrates Independence, Vice President Witbooi’s birthday
Agriculture & Land

Gibeon councillor seeks disaster funding and emergency equipment

The News

A Gibeon Village Council councillor has called on the government to provide disaster funding and emergency equipment, warning that the village lacks resources to handle veld fires, floods, and disease outbreaks. He notes that ongoing foot-and-mouth disease restrictions could leave communal farmers without income, and that the finance minister has said she cannot commit to providing subsidies to affected farmers.

11 hours ago · The Namibian →

Today

  1. Gibeon councillor seeks disaster funding and emergency equipment

    A Gibeon Village Council councillor has called on the government to provide disaster funding and emergency equipment, warning that the village lacks resources to handle veld fires, floods, and disease outbreaks. He notes that ongoing foot-and-mouth disease restrictions could leave communal farmers without income, and that the finance minister has said she cannot commit to providing subsidies to affected farmers.

    11 hours ago · The Namibian →

Thursday 15 October

  1. Murder accused claims unknown attacker killed teen girlfriend

    Isak Blockstaan, 31, told a Windhoek High Court judge this week that he and his then girlfriend Hannalie Swartbooi, 15, were attacked by an unknown person or persons while walking home from a birthday party in the Gibeon area on the night of 2 to 3 May 2021, during which Swartbooi was fatally assaulted.

    15 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 11 October

  1. Eleven-year-old boy drowns at Gobabis dam

    An 11-year-old boy identified as Immanuel Eisig drowned at Tilda Viljoen Dam at Gobabis while swimming with four other children aged between six and 11 on Wednesday, 7 October, according to a Namibian police report.

    11 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 10 October

  1. Kalux's collaborations establish him as hitmaker

    Afropop and Afrofusion artist Saggarias Karunga, known as Kalux, has become one of Namibia's most sought-after collaborators, with multiple hits alongside artists including Mooi Ngaro, One Blood, Adora and Jaliza. His duet with Mooi Ngaro, '//Khoara', has 2.4 million YouTube views, while his latest solo hit '!No' has reached 800,000 views.

    10 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 2 October

  1. PM orders Nida to settle N$300,000 Gibeon power debt

    Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has ordered the Namibia Industrial Development Agency to settle an outstanding N$300,000 electricity bill owed to Gibeon Village Council to restore power at the industrial park, which has been disconnected for about three weeks. Ngurare also directed that the park be transferred to the Village Council to improve utilization through affordable rentals for local entrepreneurs.

    2 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 24 September

  1. Namibia plans to divide FMD-free zone into smaller areas

    Namibia is developing a plan to divide its foot-and-mouth disease-free livestock zone into smaller zones following an FMD outbreak at a commercial farm in the ||Kharas region. Authorities are assessing costs and logistics, though some farmers worry stricter movement controls could create operational bottlenecks.

    24 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 20 September

  1. Heavy rainfall floods southern Namibian towns and rivers

    Recent heavy rainfall caused rapidly rising rivers and flooded streets across the Hardap and //Kharas regions, with the Fish River rising significantly and streets in towns like Gibeon turning into temporary rivers.

    20 September 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 14 September

  1. Mariental District Hospital lacks oxygen for three to four months

    Mariental District Hospital in Hardap region has experienced intermittent oxygen shortages for three to four months. The Ministry of Health and Social Services says delivery records show the hospital received oxygen deliveries but attributes the shortage to a main cylinder breakdown and possible leakages, and has announced an investigation.

    14 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Five arrested in separate Gibeon drug operations

    Five men were arrested in two separate drug operations conducted by police and the anti-stock theft unit in Gibeon last weekend.

    8 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Saturday 29 August

  1. Prime Minister urges governors to deliver visible improvements

    Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare has called on Regional Governors to use newly available resources to address practical community needs and produce visible improvements to people's lives, emphasizing that governors serve as a critical link between central government and communities and must have sufficient human and financial resources to respond to local challenges.

    29 August 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 24 August

  1. Man arrested in drug bust at Gibeon

    A man was arrested on Saturday following an anti-drug operation conducted by the Namibian Police and anti-stock theft unit at Helena Pieters Location in Gibeon.

    24 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Monday 17 August

  1. Steenkamp urges Hardap schools to prioritise foundational learning

    Education minister Sanet Steenkamp has called for a realignment of Hardap region's education strategy, emphasising foundational learning in earlier stages, teacher accountability, and infrastructure maintenance, arguing that the education system has traditionally focused too heavily on senior secondary grades.

    17 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Witbooi Legacy Project launches in Gibeon to preserve heritage

    The Witbooi Legacy Project was launched at Gibeon in the Hardap region to preserve the heritage, values and legacy of the Witbooi family and provide community outreach programmes. The project, founded by Olga Witbooi, Faith Witbooi-Olibile and Petra Peterson, seeks to honour Captain Hendrik Witbooi, a Nama chief who led resistance against German colonial rule and is regarded as one of Namibia's national heroes.

    11 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 12 July

  1. Three arrested with suspected stolen sheep and goats near Gibeon

    Three suspects aged between 15 and 19 were arrested on Friday after being found with 20 sheep and three goats bearing tampered ear marks near Gibeon. The animals were identified as stolen from Farm Deutche Erde, and the suspects are in custody pending court appearance on Monday.

    12 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Gibeon residents petition police commander over alleged brutality

    Residents of Gibeon have petitioned the Hardap police regional commander to investigate allegations of police brutality and abuse of authority at Gibeon Police Station, arguing that community members seeking protection were subjected to inhumane treatment and citing concerns about inconsistent handling of criminal cases.

    2 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Hardap farmers adopt climate-smart methods via drought resilience project

    Farmers in Hardap Region have received agricultural inputs, tools, and training through a Government of Namibia drought resilience project implemented with FAO and Japanese funding, helping them improve crop production, livestock management, and adapt to climate change.

    1 July 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 25 June

  1. Four Gibeon police officers investigated for assaulting civilians

    Four police officers in Gibeon are under investigation for allegedly assaulting three civilians during a dispute over Liquor Act violations. One civilian was transferred to Katutura Hospital with possible kidney and head injuries; the three have been charged with drinking in public and unruly behaviour.

    25 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 15 June

  1. Vice President opens grid connections and street lighting in Gibeon

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi presided over the official handover of household grid connections, Aerial Bundled Conductor networks, and public street lighting for Sunrise Informal Settlement in Gibeon, Hardap Region.

    15 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 13 June

  1. 253 sheep redistributed to Hardap farmers under revolving scheme

    The Small Stock Revolving Scheme redistributed 253 sheep (13 rams and 240 ewes) to farmers in Hardap Region during 2025/26, with a further 168 animals planned for 2026/27. The Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Investment Fund initiative aims to provide vulnerable communal farmers with breeding flocks for sustainable income and food security.

    13 June 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 6 June

  1. School discipline crises prompt calls for stronger enforcement

    An opinion piece expresses concern about rising misconduct in Namibian schools, citing recent incidents including substance abuse, violence, and disrespect toward teachers, and argues that current disciplinary measures are inadequate and teacher authority has been weakened.

    6 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. NamPower seeks ECB intervention on N$1bn debt crisis

    Namibia Power Corporation has asked the Electricity Control Board to intervene in efforts to recover N$1 billion owed by local state entities and Angola's power utility for electricity. NamPower says 14 local authorities have breached repayment arrangements totalling about N$635.3 million, and prolonged non-payment could undermine the security of the country's electricity supply.

    12 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 4 May

  1. Vice President calls for unity at Cassinga Day vigil

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi addressed a Cassinga Day commemoration and candlelight vigil in Gibeon, calling on Namibians to preserve unity and uphold values of the liberation struggle. She paid tribute to victims of the 1978 Cassinga Massacre, emphasizing the need to address socio-economic challenges and prevent division.

    4 May 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Gibeon sewerage system overflows, affecting residents

    Residents of Gibeon in the Hardap region say they continue to suffer from the village's inadequate sewerage infrastructure. The sewerage system overflowed about a month ago, with faeces spilling into residents' yards and streets, making the area inaccessible and forcing residents to find alternative routes, while children walk through faeces to get to school.

    28 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 22 April

  1. Bondelswarts Traditional Authority offices closed for years

    Bondelswarts Traditional Authority offices at Gibeon and Warmbad have been closed for over two years and more than eight years respectively, delaying communal land services and affecting residents' ability to obtain land rights certification. The closures stem from a chieftainship succession dispute and ongoing High Court case challenging the October 2025 inauguration of chief Denzyl Christians.

    22 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 10 April

  1. Old-age pension sustains rural elderly in Gibeon village

    In Gibeon, a remote village 100km south of Mariental, elderly residents like Welhimina Boois depend entirely on the government old-age pension grant (currently N$1 700 per month) to survive, often supporting extended family members as well. Over 250 000 elderly Namibians rely on this social grant as their primary income source, though many face severe hardship including food insecurity and inadequate housing.

    10 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Gibeon youth rely on social grants amid high unemployment

    Gibeon residents in Hardap region face high unemployment and lack of economic opportunities, with youth depending on social grants. The local village council plans to address this through brickmaking machinery, infrastructure upgrades, and skills exchange programmes to transition youth from grant dependency to economic emancipation.

    10 April 2026 · New Era →

  3. Retired fullback Uushona Hiskia: from football to media

    Uushona Hiskia, a former Tigers fullback and member of the club's golden generation, left professional football while still in his prime to pursue a career in media, working 13 years at Namibia Press Agency and 21 years at NBC before retiring to livestock farming. He expressed concern about Tigers' current relegation struggles, lamenting the decline of the historic club.

    10 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 7 April

  1. Mariental man acquitted of 2019 murder due to weak evidence

    Windhoek High Court Judge Claudia Claasen acquitted Adam Isaack of murdering Eldin Fransman in 2019, finding the State's case rife with contradictions and unreliable witness testimony, with no eyewitnesses or forensic evidence linking him to the fatal stabbing. The judge noted that another State witness, Beneg Jossop, who owned the knife used in the killing, had provided inconsistent accounts of his location during the incident.

    7 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 24 March

  1. Namibia must develop comprehensive genocide memorialisation framework

    The article argues that Namibia, 36 years after independence, lacks a comprehensive genocide memorialisation regime and sets out foundational pillars including a Remembrance Day (inaugurated on 28 May in 2025), curriculum integration, monuments, museums, a legal framework, and a dedicated Genocide Memorial Authority to honour victims and advance reparatory justice.

    24 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 22 March

  1. Namibia marks 36th Independence Day, Vice President's birthday

    Namibia celebrated its 36th Independence Day while marking Vice President Lucia Witbooi's 64th birthday, with tributes recognising her leadership, service to nation-building, and advocacy for women's empowerment and social inclusion.

    22 March 2026 · Informanté →

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