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July 2026
Windhoek Observer
Navachab spokesperson McLyn Kasaleconfirmed that the allocation for medals, trophies and prize money has risen toN$530 000 this year
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“Speaking at the official launch in Windhoek, Navachab spokesperson Mclyn Kasale confirmed that the allocation for medals, trophies and prize money has risen from N$345 000 in 2025 to N$530 000 this year.”
McLyn Kasalesaidthe company remains committed to using sport for community development and talent identification
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“Speaking at the launch, QKR Namibia/Navachab Gold Mine representative McLyn Kasale said the company remains committed to using sport as a vehicle for community development and talent identification, while aligning its investment with the government's vision for sports development under the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6).”
Navachab spokesperson Mclyn Kasalesays the amount allocated to medals, trophies and prize moneyincreased from N$345 000 in 2025 to N$530 000 this year
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“Speaking at the official launch of the marathon's 12th edition in Windhoek, Navachab spokesperson Mclyn Kasale says the amount allocated to medals, trophies and prize money increased from N$345 000 in 2025 to N$530 000 this year.”
McLyn Kasalesaid the company's investment in athleticsaims to create opportunities for elite athletes and employees to compete at a higher level
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“QKR Namibia/Navachab Gold Mine spokesperson McLyn Kasale said the company's investment in athletics aims to create opportunities for both elite athletes and employees to compete at a higher level and gain exposure beyond Namibia's borders.”
McLyn Kasalesaid the decision to construct a health facility followedreassessment of community needs after Covid-19 pandemic
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“Kasale said the decision to construct a health facility followed a reassessment of community needs after the Covid-19 pandemic exposed gaps in healthcare infrastructure in Karibib.”
McLyn Kasalesaid the project completion is planned for2028
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“Kasale explained that the project will be completed in phases over a period of three years, with completion and handover to the State expected in 2028.”
McLyn Kasalesaidthe donation reflects Navachab's commitment to education and training as key pillar of corporate social responsibility
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“Speaking on behalf of managing director George Botshiwe, spokesperson McLyn Kasale said the donation reflects Navachab's commitment to education and training as a key pillar of its corporate social responsibility programme.”
Navachab Gold Mine has increased its sponsorship of the 12th Navachab Half Marathon to N$1.5 million, with the race scheduled for 19 September targeting approximately 2,000 entries. The mine aims to grow the event into an international competition, with prize allocations rising from N$345,000 in 2025 to N$530,000 this year.
Navachab Gold Mine has increased its sponsorship of the 12th Navachab Half Marathon to N$1.5 million, with the race scheduled for 19 September targeting approximately 2,000 entries. The mine aims to grow the event into an international competition, with prize allocations rising from N$345,000 in 2025 to N$530,000 this year.
QKR Namibia/Navachab Gold Mine has committed close to N$1.5 million towards the 12th edition of the Navachab Half Marathon, increasing the race prize purse to nearly N$530,000 and aiming to transform the event into a bronze-label international road race within three to four years.
QKR Namibia Navachab Gold Mine has increased its sponsorship of the Navachab Half Marathon to N$1.5 million for the event's 12th edition, with prize money allocation rising from N$345,000 in 2025 to N$530,000 this year. The mine aims to develop the race into an international competition featuring athletes from Tanzania, Kenya, Botswana and South Africa.
Usakos residents have raised concerns about the town council's fire response capacity following a June 18 fire and delays in repairing the town's fire truck. A local resident says QKR Navachab Gold Mine provided funds for repairs, but the company says it purchased replacement equipment at a cost of N$651,514 for a water engine, with the project initially expected to be completed in April but has been delayed.
QKR Namibia/Navachab Gold Mine is sending four athletes—Mathias Simon, Lavinia Haitope, Elton Hiskia, and Daniel Paulus—to compete in the Nelson Mandela Bay Half Marathon Championships in Gqeberha, South Africa, on Saturday. The team includes the reigning and defending Navachab Half Marathon champions, as well as a qualifying winner and a specially invited runner.
Navachab Gold Mine has started construction of a N$120 million health centre in Karibib, a 15-bed rural facility designed to improve healthcare access after Covid-19 exposed infrastructure gaps. The project is expected to be completed and handed to government by 2028, with visible construction beginning in April.
The N$120 million Karibib Health Centre is under construction with groundwork underway and completion planned for 2028. The facility will be built in phases and handed over to the government as a public health facility, addressing gaps in healthcare services for residents who currently travel to nearby towns for urgent care.
QKR Navachab Gold Mine has donated mechanical training equipment valued at N$250,000 to the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology's Arandis Campus. The mine said the donation reflects its commitment to education and technical skills development through its corporate social responsibility programme.