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NaCC probes Covid test prices
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NaCC probes Covid test prices

An investigation against various private pathology laboratories and other providers of Covid-19 testing services has been launched into whether the prices of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests for the coronavirus are competitive. 

Top cop caught stealing fuel
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Top cop caught stealing fuel

The suspect, who holds the rank of chief inspector, allegedly filled up a 20-litre container at the Rundu charge office fuel station for personal use, and did not record it in the official register. 

Locust swarm leads to road carnage
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Locust swarm leads to road carnage

The vast swarm of locusts, which have decimated vital crops and grassland in the south of the country, has also been linked to the latest road accident which claimed three lives on Friday outside Keetmanshoop. 

Pension preservation debate rages
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Pension preservation debate rages

Consultations by the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (Namfisa) regarding the contentious draft regulations of the Financial Institutions Markets Act (FIMA) were not conducted on an individual basis with pension fund administrators, but took place through industry representative bodies. 

My candid view – The importance of support, sponsorship towards SON
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My candid view – The importance of support, sponsorship towards SON

The Special Olympics Organisation (SOO) has a very specific and bold mission, and Special Olympics Namibia (SON) is no different.  Its mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletics competitions in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continued opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience