Also known as: Gernot de Klerk · Stephanie de Klerk · Marén de Klerk · Victoria De Klerk · Pastor Marietjie de Klerk · Mother Teresa · Stephanie M. de Klerk · Bartholomeus de Klerk · Dr De Klerk
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The Namibian
Hanjo de Klerk said the platform represents the first attempt to build a centralised professionally managed ecosystem for athletics in Namibia
“De Klerk said the initiative represents the first attempt to build a centralised professionally managed ecosystem for the sport in Namibia.”
Namibian athletics development platform launchedThe Namibian
De Klerk said The Collective has partnered with renowned athletic coaches including Letu Hamhola, Karina Theunissen, Christine van der Linde, Wynand Dreyer and Leonie van Rensburg
“De Klerk said The Collective has partnered with renowned athletic coaches such as Letu Hamhola, Karina Theunissen, Christine van der Linde, Wynand Dreyer and Leonie van Rensburg.”
Namibian athletics development platform launchedInformanté
Hanjo de Klerk has taken to court the Prosecutor General and Inspector General of Namibian Police Force over alleged unlawful seizure of his pension fund
“MAREN De Klerk, a lawyer implicated in Namibia's largest fisheries fraud and corruption case, has taken the Prosecutor General and the Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force to court over the alleged unlawful seizure of his pension fund, amounting to N$1.3 million.”
Fishrot fugitive lawyer De Klerk takes on PG and Shikongo over pension fundsInformanté
De Klerk is said to have played a paymaster role in the Fishrot scandal, channelling millions through his law firm
“De Klerk is said to have played a paymaster role in the Fishrot scandal, channelling millions through his law firm, De Klerk, Horn and Coetzee Inc (DHC), to the co-accused in the N$10 billion money laundering and bribery scheme, which involved siphoning profits from Namibian horse mackerel quotas by Icelandic fishing company Samherji, with the help of high-ranking Namibian officials.”
Fishrot fugitive lawyer De Klerk takes on PG and Shikongo over pension fundsInformanté
Deputy Chairperson of the Board, Stephanie De Klerk described the period under review as a year that tested resilience of the Corporation
“In her welcoming address, Deputy Chairperson of the Board, Stephanie De Klerk, described the period under review as a year that tested the resilience of the Corporation and the broader livestock sector.”
Meatco reinforces stability and shared confidence at 37th AGMNew Era
Meatco's board deputy chairperson Stephanie De Klerk described the period under review as a year that tested the resilience of the corporation and the broader livestock sector
“Meatco's board deputy chairperson Stephanie De Klerk described the period under review as a year that tested the resilience of the corporation and the broader livestock sector.”
Meatco’s AGM provides certainty, solidifies roadmap …minister hails progress madeThe Namibian
Marén de Klerk is suing the inspector general and prosecutor general over pension seizure
“Fugitive lawyer Marén de Klerk is suing the inspector general of the Namibian Police and the prosecutor general in an attempt to prevent them from seizing a retirement annuity of N$1.3 million that he has in Namibia.”
Fugitive Fishrot lawyer challenges police over N$1.3 million pension seizureThe Namibian
Lawyer Marén de Klerk is wanted in Namibia for involvement in Fishrot fishing quotas corruption, racketeering and money laundering case
“Lawyer Marén de Klerk, who is wanted in Namibia for his involvement in the Fishrot fishing quotas corruption, racketeering and money laundering case, will not be allowed to participate in a High Court matter about bank accounts containing about N$6,5 million allegedly linked to the Fishrot scandal.”
Lawyer De Klerk barred from case about seized accountsThe Namibian
De Klerk denied that money in his account is proceeds of unlawful activities
“In an affidavit filed at the High Court, De Klerk denied that the money in the account in his name is the proceeds of unlawful activities.”
Lawyer De Klerk barred from case about seized accountsThe Namibian
Hanjo de Klerk is wanted by Namibian government for corruption, fraud, theft and money laundering
“De Klerk is wanted by the Namibian government for corruption, fraud, theft and money laundering.”
Two Namibians arrested in SA over 36 diamondsNamibia risks losing its European market for beef due to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak that threatens the country's disease-free status and could suspend exports to international markets. About 60% of beef export earnings, roughly N$3.3 billion annually, come from European, British and Norwegian markets, which apply strict sanitary rules and are expected to close first.
28 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia risks losing its European market for beef due to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak that threatens the country's disease-free status and could suspend exports to international markets. About 60% of beef export earnings, roughly N$3.3 billion annually, come from European, British and Norwegian markets, which apply strict sanitary rules and are expected to close first.
28 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A 40-year-old woman who opened a rape case against a Rehoboth medical practitioner has been arrested for malicious damage to property after allegedly breaking into his residence between 12 and 13 September and damaging a CCTV camera and vehicles.
28 September 2026 · Informanté →
Meatco has suspended beef exports following a Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in the Karasburg area of //Kharas Region. The Directorate of Veterinary Services has activated the National FMD Contingency Plan, imposing immediate control measures including suspension of movement and export of cloven-hoofed animals and their products.
26 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Meat Corporation of Namibia has suspended beef exports following the detection of foot-and-mouth disease at a commercial farm at Karasburg. The directorate of veterinary services has activated the national FMD contingency plan, imposing measures that include suspending movement, marketing, and trade of cloven-hoofed animals and their products.
25 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Chinese-owned Xinfeng Mining and its Namibian partner Long Fire Investments have filed an urgent High Court application against the Minister of Home Affairs and police officers, seeking restoration of possession of a lithium beneficiation plant and containers in Uis from which they were locked out on 10 September by the Namibian Police Force. The company claims the locking occurred without court order or statutory authority and that a warrant used to seize mining equipment was applied beyond its terms.
25 September 2026 · Informanté →
Meatco's revenue fell from N$1.865 billion to N$1.108 billion in the 2025/26 financial year due to a cattle shortage that reduced slaughter numbers by 53%, though the corporation remained profitable with N$40.5 million after-tax profit.
28 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Meatco recorded a profit after tax of N$40.5 million and improved its balance sheet despite processing 53% fewer cattle than the previous financial year, according to its audited Annual Financial Statements for the year ended 31 January 2026, as Namibia faces a historic decline in cattle supply following years of drought.
27 July 2026 · Informanté →
Acting prosecutor general Martha Imalwa has obtained a Prevention of Organised Crime Act property restraint order in respect of fugitive lawyer Marén de Klerk's assets valued at up to N$75.3 million, as well as assets valued at up to N$2.3 million in respect of the close corporation Moyo Estates. De Klerk, who left Namibia in January 2020 and is believed to be living in South Africa, is wanted in connection with the Fishrot fraud case involving alleged illegal allocation of Namibian fishing quotas.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Amanda Jantjies, 58, and her husband Barnard pleaded guilty to defrauding Ekonolux transport service of N$9.9 million between January 2014 and November 2018. As a bookkeeper, Jantjies transferred company funds to her personal account and her husband's business account, with N$3.4 million going to Bareli Building Services, while some payments covered personal expenses.
4 June 2026 · Informanté →
Maren de Klerk, a lawyer implicated in the "Fishrot" corruption scandal, disputes Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo's claim that he cannot seek redress from the courts on seized assets while alleged to be a fugitive. De Klerk argues the Constitution guarantees every person the right to approach courts, and asserts his pension benefits of about N$1.3 million were accrued from legitimate legal work.
28 April 2026 · Informanté →
The Lüderitz Crayfish Festival will run from 28 April to 3 May 2026 under the theme "Crayfish & Currents: Where Heritage Meets Innovation," blending the town's maritime traditions with its emerging status as an energy hub. The event will feature seafood, entertainment including musical performances and a beauty pageant, motor sports, and business networking opportunities.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
The Collective, a new initiative founded by Hanjo de Klerk, aims to unify Namibian athletics by identifying and nurturing young athletes through structured coaching, performance tracking and partnerships with schools and government bodies. The platform targets U/15, U/17 and U/19 athletes across multiple regions and seeks to create a clear development pathway from grassroots to international competition by 2030.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
The Collective, a new structured athletics development platform, has been launched in Windhoek to nurture talent and improve performance standards by connecting coaching, performance data, and competitive exposure for Namibian athletes. The platform operates through a three-tier model serving elite athletes and developing competitors across four regions, with support from qualified coaches and a focus on athletes in the under-15, 17 and 19 age categories.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Metropolitan Namibia has committed N$140,000 to support young athletes from all 14 regions to participate in the 2026 Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, a youth football and netball tournament to be held in Keetmanshoop from 3 to 6 April. The contribution aims to remove barriers of distance and limited resources that prevent talented young athletes from competing.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The youth development tournament, bringing together under-20 football and netball teams from all 14 regions, is scheduled for 3–6 April in Keetmanshoop with over 1,000 players and delegates expected. Organisers say preparations are nearly complete, with infrastructure improvements including renovated facilities, new soccer fields and netball courts, and accommodation secured across local schools and town venues.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Maren De Klerk, a lawyer implicated in the Fishrot corruption scandal, has taken the Prosecutor General and Inspector General of Police to court seeking release of his N$1.3 million pension fund, which he claims was unlawfully seized. De Klerk, accused of channelling millions through his law firm to co-accused ex-cabinet ministers in the N$10 billion scheme, remains in South Africa pending extradition after technical defects delayed the State's initial extradition application.
4 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Meat Corporation of Namibia has confirmed that 900 head of cattle are missing from the company and that N$2.5 million in cash reconciliations cannot be accounted for by its livestock procurement department. Board chairperson Stephanie de Klerk said preliminary findings implicate former acting chief executive Patrick Liebenberg and some staff members, with a criminal case lodged against Liebenberg for theft of livestock and defeating the course of justice.
25 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Meatco held its 37th Annual General Meeting, reporting that group revenue increased approximately 55% to N$1.87 billion for the 2024/25 financial year, with profit before tax of N$105 million and profit after tax of N$43 million, while paying N$1.13 billion directly to livestock producers despite drought and volatile global markets.
24 February 2026 · Informanté →
Meatco's 2024/25 financial results show strengthened governance and operational discipline, with overall revenue increasing to approximately N$1.87 billion and profit after tax exceeding N$43 million. The corporation paid over N$1.13 billion directly to producers, with Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani saying the gains reflect the dedication of the Board, management, and staff as well as producer resilience.
24 February 2026 · New Era →
The second Influencer Business Masterclass, hosted by media personality Pombili Shilongo in partnership with SanlamAllianz and the American Embassy, equipped Namibian content creators with business acumen, financial literacy, and PR fundamentals to monetise their influence and build long-term wealth.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Marén de Klerk, a fugitive lawyer wanted in connection with the Fishrot fraud case, is challenging the Namibian Police's seizure of his N$1.3 million retirement annuity with Sanlam Namibia, arguing the seizure violates the Pension Funds Act and that pension benefits cannot be seized under the Prevention of Organised Crime Act.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Established in 2004, Hope Village operates a family-based home caring for children identified through investigations into abandonment, neglect and abuse, who are placed by court order until age 18. The organisation, which relies on donations from local and international supporters and corporate partners, houses children across five age and gender-divided houses, providing meals, schooling, healthcare and family visit opportunities.
16 January 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The 2025 Nedbank Desert Classic, held at Rössmund Golf Club, saw 140 amateur golfers compete over two days, with Dan Zwiebel and 11-year-old Neil Salt claiming victory. The tournament, in its seventh year under Nedbank sponsorship, aims to develop young amateur golfing talent alongside experienced players.
8 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The 2025 Nedbank Desert Classic brought 140 amateur golfers to Swakopmund, with Dan Zwiebel and 11-year-old Neil Salt winning the tournament. Now in its seventh year of Nedbank sponsorship, the event emphasizes youth development and community engagement alongside competitive golf.
6 January 2026 · New Era →