Also known as: Levy van Wyk · William Ian van Wyk · MC-Rein van Wyk · Dante van Wyk · Andrew van Wyk · Boy Tobias van Wyk · Fayonce van Wyk · Charmaine van Wyk · Rieduwaan van Wyk · Anchen van Wyk · Shain van Wyk · Davey van Wyk · Riaan van Wyk · Biggs van Wyk · Mike van Wyk · Riaan Andrew van Wyk · Marjorie van Wyk · Marco van Wyk
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New Era
Learni van Wyk said the latest round of talks made progress
“In a statement, Namib Mills trade marketing manager Learni van Wyk said the latest round of talks, facilitated by the Office of the Labour Commissioner and Minister of Justice and Labour Relations Fillemon Wise Immanuel, made progress.”
Namib Mills ready to conclude wage agreementNew Era
Van Wyk said a small number of individuals allegedly breached strike rules by intimidating and threatening employees
“Van Wyk said a small number of individuals allegedly breached strike rules by intimidating and threatening other employees, and in some cases physically harming them.”
Namib Mills ready to conclude wage agreementThe Namibian
Learni van Wyk said individuals participated in unlawful actions that breached strike rules
“"During the course of the industrial action, a small number of individuals participated in unlawful actions that breached strike rules and the laws governing industrial action in Namibia.”
Still no deal for Namib Mills workersThe Namibian
Learni van Wyk says stigma linked to designated HIV-AIDS spaces remains a serious problem in many health facilities
“HIV-AIDS activist Levy van Wyk says stigma linked to designated HIV-AIDS spaces remains a serious problem in many health facilities, but warns that changes must be carefully planned to avoid unintended harm.”
Former health minister blames contractors for stigmatising HIV room labelsThe Namibian
Rieduwaan van Wyk is senior sales executive
“On entering their showroom in Independence Avenue, senior sales executive Rieduwaan van Wyk welcomed Top Revs and offered his own personal demo-model for a day or two to enjoy and experience what the 1,5L seven-speed CVT gearbox is all about.”
When style comes in style – the Honda Civic sportThe Namibian
Anchen van Wyk launched a range of press-on nails through her brand Stick It
“Walvis Bay-based nail technician and make-up artist Anchen van Wyk has launched a range of press-on nails through her brand Stick It and says the idea was triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.”
Press On with Stick ItThe trial of Teodor Shipanga, accused of murdering colleague Shain van Wyk during a cash transport in 2011 and stealing about N$2.5 million, is scheduled to continue before judge Eileen Rakow from 2 to 13 November in the Windhoek High Court. Shipanga faces charges of murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances, and defeating or obstructing justice.
11 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The trial of Teodor Shipanga, accused of murdering colleague Shain van Wyk during a cash transport in 2011 and stealing about N$2.5 million, is scheduled to continue before judge Eileen Rakow from 2 to 13 November in the Windhoek High Court. Shipanga faces charges of murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances, and defeating or obstructing justice.
11 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia will face Kenya in the final of the 2026 Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy after both teams won their semi-finals in Kampala, Uganda. The Junior Welwitschias defeated Tunisia 11-6, while Kenya beat Zimbabwe 35-23, setting up a title decider between Africa's two most successful junior rugby nations.
7 August 2026 · Informanté →
Former SKW FC player of the year Marco van Wyk won multiple domestic competitions with Black Africa as a midfielder-striker but rarely played full matches for Namibia's national team, citing competition from players in South African professional leagues and timing as factors.
7 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Health Ministry has announced a nationwide rollout of the "Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding" across health facilities after a 2024 survey found that only 49% of infants aged zero to five months are exclusively breastfed and early weaning onto inadequate foods is driving malnutrition and childhood illness.
4 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Riaan Andrew van Wyk (46) was sentenced to life imprisonment by High Court Judge Dinnah Usiku for murdering his biological brother Frederik van Wyk (51) by stabbing him in the chest with a knife on 13 November 2021 in Rehoboth. Van Wyk was also convicted of attempted murder of another brother, Stephanus van Wyk, under the Combating of Domestic Violence Act.
14 July 2026 · New Era →
Andrea Johnson, head of South Africa's Investigating Directorate Against Corruption, failed to testify at the Madlanga Commission after submitting a medical certificate, drawing scrutiny from President Cyril Ramaphosa who appointed her. A whistleblower alleged Johnson improperly shared evidence with General Feroz Khan.
14 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Riaan van Wyk (46) was sentenced to life imprisonment by the High Court after being convicted of murdering his brother Frederik by stabbing him in the heart with a knife on 13 November 2021 and attempting to murder another brother. Judge Dinnah Usiku cited Van Wyk's previous violent convictions in imposing the sentence, which carries a minimum 25-year term before parole eligibility under Namibia's Correctional Service Act.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Biggs van Wyk, who sat observing Windhoek's central business district for over two decades, has died at age 83. Politicians and residents paid tribute to the figure, whom many described as a guardian angel or watchman who had become part of the city's identity.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Riaan van Wyk (46) was convicted of murdering his brother Frederik van Wyk (47) at Rehoboth in November 2021 by stabbing him in the heart, and of attempting to murder another brother. He will be sentenced on 10 July; he has prior convictions for killing another brother and attempted murder.
16 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A former security guard accused of robbing and murdering a colleague while transporting cash was removed from a Windhoek High Court trial after repeatedly disrupting proceedings by claiming he was not charged and that his rights were violated. The judge recorded pleas of not guilty on his behalf in his absence.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Karibib Town Council plans to dispose of 100 unimproved plots at Usab Extension 6, generating more than N$403 000, through a joint venture with mining company Osino Resources and Development Workshop Namibia. The plots range from 300 to 1 500 square metres, designated for single residential use, with prices between N$3 000 and N$4 700 per plot; objections are due by 30 June.
4 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Theodore Shipanga, arrested in November 2011 for the murder of security colleague Shain van Wyk, appeared in Windhoek High Court as his trial commenced, with Judge Eileen Rakow warning him against disrupting proceedings or facing trial in his absence. Shipanga is accused of shooting van Wyk in the head during a cash-in-transit operation between Otjiwarongo and Okahandja, then absconding with N$2.5 million.
11 May 2026 · Informanté →
Namib Mills and the Namibia Revolutionary Transport and Manufacturing Union have made meaningful progress in wage negotiations and reached broad agreement on substantive wage issues, but talks have stalled after the union introduced items outside the scope of the dispute. The industrial action, which began in January 2026 after months of failed negotiations, involved nearly 700 workers across multiple depots demanding higher wages, housing and transport allowances, and full December bonuses.
10 March 2026 · New Era →
Namib Mills workers represented by Naretu have failed to reach a wage deal with the food manufacturer despite four rounds of mediated negotiations, with the union citing threats of disciplinary hearings and what it calls company "arrogance." The company claims it has agreed on wage issues and is ready to end the lockout, but says the union has added demands outside the scope of wage negotiations and blames workers for unlawful strike conduct.
9 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Former health minister Kalumbi Shangula said contractors placed labels on HIV treatment rooms during facility construction, and facility heads failed to remove them after handovers, contrary to ministry policy against such labelling. The current health minister has raised concerns about the practice, though HIV activists warn that removing labels without broader system changes could create service delivery problems in already-stretched facilities.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
William Ian van Wyk, a systems controller and videographer for the National Assembly for 28 years, ensures all parliamentary proceedings are captured visually for the public record. His work maintains neutrality across all political affiliations and creates a historical archive of Namibia's legislative progress for future generations.
23 January 2026 · New Era →