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Namibia Removes Statue of German Colonial Officer as Part of Reckoning with Colonial Legacy

Namibia Removes Statue of German Colonial Officer as Part of Reckoning with Colonial Legacy

Windhoek, Namibia – February 6, 2024 – In a significant symbolic gesture, Namibia has removed a statue of a German colonial officer from a prominent public square, marking a step towards addressing its colonial past and healing historical wounds. The statue, which depicted Major Heinrich Ernst Göring, who played a prominent role in Germany’s colonial […]

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Rhino Poaching Soars by 93% in Namibia, Sparking Urgent Conservation Concerns

Rhino Poaching Soars by 93% in Namibia, Sparking Urgent Conservation Concerns

Windhoek, Namibia – February 6, 2024 – Conservationists and wildlife authorities in Namibia are sounding alarm bells as new data reveals a disturbing surge in rhino poaching, with a shocking 93 percent increase in cases over the past year. Namibia, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife, has long been a stronghold for rhino

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Namibian Victims of German Colonialism Demand a Role in Determining Compensation for Genocide

Namibian Victims of German Colonialism Demand a Role in Determining Compensation for Genocide

Windhoek, Namibia – February 6, 2024 – Descendants of Namibian victims of German colonialism are calling for a more active role in shaping the compensation and restitution process for the genocide committed by German forces in the early 20th century. Namibia, formerly known as German South-West Africa, witnessed a dark chapter in history between 1904

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Nangolo Mbumba Steps In as Namibia's Interim President Amid Transition and Future Electoral Prospects

Nangolo Mbumba Steps In as Namibia’s Interim President Amid Transition and Future Electoral Prospects

In a significant turn of events, Nangolo Mbumba has been inaugurated as the interim president of Namibia, following the untimely demise of President Hage Geingob, who passed away in a hospital in Windhoek after announcing his cancer diagnosis in January. This pivotal moment marks a transitional phase for the southern African nation as it looks

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Nangolo Mbumba Sworn in as Namibia's New President Following Hage Geingob's Passing

Nangolo Mbumba Sworn in as Namibia’s New President Following Hage Geingob’s Passing

Namibia has witnessed a significant political transition as Nangolo Mbumba, the former Vice President, was sworn in as the country’s new President following the death of President Hage Geingob. The late President Geingob passed away in the early hours of Sunday while receiving medical treatment in a hospital in Windhoek, marking the end of an

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South Africa Faces Uncertainty in Tough Group E Battle at AFCON

South Africa Faces Uncertainty in Tough Group E Battle at AFCON

Korhogo, Ivory Coast – The 1996 African Cup of Nations champions, South Africa, find themselves in a challenging Group E alongside fellow former title-holders Tunisia, Mali, and Namibia. The group, located in Korhogo, the northernmost host city among the five, is widely regarded as the most intriguing among the six first-round mini-leagues, with pundits uncertain

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Bafana Bafana Roar to a Commanding Victory Against Namibia in Must-Win Match

Bafana Bafana Roar to a Commanding Victory Against Namibia in Must-Win Match

Windhoek, Namibia – In a crucial encounter following their recent loss to Mali, South Africa’s national football team, affectionately known as Bafana Bafana (the Boys), secured a resounding victory against Namibia, solidifying their position in the competition. The match saw South Africa racing into a three-goal lead by half-time, with the talented Thembinkosi Zwane finding

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Namibia Clinches Historic Victory in Thrilling Hockey Final Against South Africa

Namibia Clinches Historic Victory in Thrilling Hockey Final Against South Africa

Windhoek, Namibia – In an electrifying showdown on the hockey field, Namibia secured their first major international trophy with a dramatic 3-2 victory over their southern African neighbors, South Africa. This historic win marked only the second time Namibia emerged victorious in 35 test matches against South Africa, a remarkable achievement for the determined Namibian

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Dala Scores Twice as 10-Man Angola Reach Afcon Quarter-Finals

Dala Scores Twice as 10-Man Angola Reach Afcon Quarter-Finals

Windhoek, Namibia – In a remarkable display of skill and resilience, the Angolan national football team secured their place in the quarter-finals of the African Cup of Nations (Afcon) despite playing with only 10 men for a significant part of the match. The standout performance came from their star striker, Carlos Dala, who scored twice

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Williams Heroics Take South Africa into Cup of Nations Semi-Finals

Williams Heroics Take South Africa into Cup of Nations Semi-Finals

Namibia, Windhoek – In a thrilling quarter-final clash at the African Cup of Nations, South Africa emerged victorious against a determined Namibian side, thanks to the heroics of their star goalkeeper, Kwame Williams. The match, held at the Windhoek Stadium, left fans on the edge of their seats as it ended in a nail-biting penalty

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