A 50-year-old man appeared in the Rundu Magistrate’s Court on Monday for the illegal cultivation of 29 plants of cannabis at Nkurenkuru.
Year: 2022
Geingob wants severe penalty for rapists
President Hage Geingob has appealed to Namibian men to become exemplary husbands, fathers and protectors of their families as women and children are no longer safe in society.
‘Bishop’ pleads for mercy … says he cannot afford to pay N$350 000
Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) member and teacher Abed ‘Bishop’ Hishoono has asked the court to show mercy when deciding on how much he should fork out in a defamation suit filed against him by First Lady Monica Geingos.
Politicians laud ‘admirable’ constitution
Old and young politicians have weighed in on the shortcomings and strengths of the much-revered Namibian Constitution as the nation celebrates the 32nd anniversary of the adoption of the country’s rule of law.
Incest accused wants discharge on some counts
A Windhoek resident, who is accused of raping his biological daughter several times and forcing her to abort the foetus after impregnating her, intends to apply for a discharge on some of the charges he faces in the Windhoek High Court.
Nghipunya’s culpable homicide trial deferred
The trial of former National Fishing Corporation of Namibia CEO Mike Nghipunya has been postponed to August.
Marine phosphate project moves full steam ahead
After its campaigners scored victory in courts last year, marine phosphate mining is set to commence pending an environmental impact assessment of the licensed area.
Opinion – The Constitution is a living document
BY HIS EXCELLENCY
DR HAGE G GEINGOB
As we commemorate this historic day, which marks the adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Namibia 32 years ago, we are reminded about the difficult journey we have travelled to be where we are today.
Budgetary constraints stall Okahandja-Windhoek roadworks
Budgetary constraints resulting in the non-payment of contractors have led to a further delay in the construction of the last stretch of the Okahandja-Windhoek highway, which was expected to be completed in July 2020.
Housing partnership set to bloom
The Namibian Housing Action Group in support of the Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia paid a courtesy visit to the Erongo governor last week in Swakopmund to solidify their partnership and ensure that the housing need in the region is addressed.








