Maria David A GROWING number of couples are choosing to get married in December, with many tying the knot each week. Among the notable couples are Herman Nekomba and Idda, who wed in Omuthiya, and Lazarus “Shali” Haukongo and Tresia Longengi Shindongo, who celebrated their union at Okaku in the Oshiuugu area, drawing people from near and far under one roof. If you’re in the North and there hasn’t been a wedding feast in your village this month, there’s likely one happening in a neighbouring village. As in previous years, and contrary to the widely discussed economic crisis, December has once again been characterized by hundreds—if not thousands—of extravagant wedding feasts across the four northern regions of Oshikoto, Ohangwena, Oshana, and Omusati. One of the most significant advantages of a
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Nov
Maria David A TOTAL of 3,000 elderly people from Rehoboth and surrounding farms were hosted for the 20th Annual Pre-Christmas Lunch. The event was attended by Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, who also had the pleasure of meeting a 118-year-old woman, the oldest citizen of Rehoboth. According to Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, this initiative complements the government’s efforts to provide care and support to the elderly and other vulnerable members of society who need special care. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila emphasized the importance of fostering a culture of caring within communities. “It is said that a nation’s civilization is measured not by the level of its economic advancement, but by the way it cares for its vulnerable,” she said. She further explained that it is in this spirit that the government has adopted a comprehensive welfare program
Nov
Maria David THE Oshakati Town Council on Tuesday re-elected Leonard Hango as the town’s mayor for the fourth time, while Councillor Puyeipawa Elifas retained her position as deputy mayor. Hofeni Mutota, Maria Mutumbulwa, and Ruusa Frans also remain members of the management committee, while Councillors Jerobeam Ndaamohamba and Pinehas Aluvilu continue as ordinary councillors. Oshakati Magistrate Mozay Jansen presided over the election. In his acceptance speech, Hango said his re-election represents not just a continuation but a reaffirmation of their collective vision for Oshakati, a vision grounded in growth, unity, and service. According to Hango, the council has achieved significant milestones this year alone, each reflecting their shared commitment to a better Oshakati. “Council has embarked on an ambitious infrastructure development plan, improving our road networks and infrastructure development in
Nov
Maria David IN an effort to deliver quality services to the Namibian people, the government has installed transformers to supply electricity to Mukorofu, Nankuntwe, and Namiyundu schools at a cost of N$4.5 million in the Zambezi Region. This was said by Swapo Party Presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah during a rally held in Katima Mulilo on Saturday. According to Nandi-Ndaitwah, the installation of a transformer at Liashulu village, as well as the completion of rural electrification projects in flood-prone areas, has also been completed. “The government is committed to continuing improvements to infrastructure to ensure quality education and health services,” she said. She added that the government is also committed to upgrading some clinics to health centres, some health centres to hospitals, and some hospitals to district hospitals, including Katima Mulilo