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“They appeared like angels” Fire Police Special Field Force find family lost in desert

Former mayor loses delays fingers after fireworks Husab accident on New Year The former mayor of Walvis Bay and local authority politician, King Mandume Muatunga who was injured in a fireworks accident in the harbour town on New Year's Eve, has been discharged from the Roman Cat-holic Hospital in Windhoek yesterday.

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First Lady’s sister nabbed Suicide for drunken driving rocks

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Well-known radio personality, Tashia Kalondo appeared in the Walvis Bay Magistrates' Court yesterday on a charge of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol after police had to chase her because she refused to accept a ticket for not having her license.

Floris Steenkamp At first they could not believe their ordeal of being lost in the Namib Desert for three days is finally over. Then tears of joy and relief started to roll as sympathetic police officers gave them water to drink, food to eat and reassured them that they are now in safe hands. namib times brings ly of three who went nol (52), his 50-yearthese exclusive pic- missing between the old wife Patricia and tures when a police Rostock Ritz Lodge t h e i r 1 8 - y e a r - o l d search patrol, assisted and Walvis Bay on 27 daughter Manon left by a police helicopter, December. found the French fami- Mr Christophe Rossig- Continues on Page 2

Kalondo (31), who is also a younger sister to First Lady Monica Geingos, was apprehended at the Walvis Bay roadblock on Saturday.

Court records indicate that Kalondo was passing through the roadblock in the evening when the Namibian Police Force (NamPol) asked for her driver's license, which she failed to provide because she was allegedly not carrying it

her to the police with her at that time.

The officer then is- station as she was sued her with a N$1 allegedly refusing to 000 fine for driving cooperate, during without her license but which officers picked that did not go down up a smell of alcohol well as Kalondo al- when asking her to legedly refused to ac- blow. cept the ticket, tore it She allegedly also reapart and drove off to- fused to blow but offiwards Swakopmund. cers then decided to As such, police offi- take her to a hospital cers chased and caught for blood tests and laher before Swakop- ter charged her with drunken driving. mund.

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Rostock Ritz on the morning of 27 December for Walvis Bay for the continuation of their tour of Namibia.

The Rossignols is not unfamiliar with Namibia, as they have visited the country at several occasions before. However, with only a map to guide them to Walvis Bay the couple is believed to have made a judgement error on the day they left Rostock in reading their map, resulting them taking the wrong turn near the Kuiseb Canyon.

Hours followed as the couple tried to regain their bearings on direction and soon a new threat started to emerge.

Darkness was approaching and the terrain also became increasingly sandy. Then their vehicle got stuck in the sand. Armed with only their map they started off to where they believe would be a small town by the name of Rooiduin. To their horror, and quite a standard feature on any Namibian map, Rooiduin was a reference point only and no town to be found.

The Rossignols had to spent the night on a rocky outcrop at Rooiduin, but was able to reach their stranded car again the next day. At the time their drinking water was reduced to five litres. They managed to locate a water hole, dug by desert animals in the river bed. Although slightly salty, the family managed to bring some of the water to the vehicle daily to sustain them.

Unbeknown to the Rossignols, a tour company became alerted when they did not arrive at their coastal destination. A vehicle tracking device in their vehicle could also not signal the vehicle’s current location.

On 29 December members of the Namibian Police's Special Field Force was dispatched to the area around the Kuiseb Canyons to start a search for the missing French family. Farmers, tour operators and the aviation fraternity were also called upon to be on the lookout.

On the afternoon of 30 December a member of the public reported seeing vehicle tracks leading down one of the tributaries of the Kuiseb River.

Soon the police established that the direction of the tracks was indeed in the direction of the Kuiseb River. With the police helicopter also in the area, operating from the Walvis Bay Airport, the vehicle and the missing people were finally located.

In their words, the policemen who located them showed up like angels of mercy.

Apart from suffering from dehydration and severe emotional stress, the Rossignols were soon discharged after being examined by a coastal medical doctor. They returned to Windhoek and left for France where they are recuperating.

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Husab fire to delay mine’s opening by five more months

The fire that ripped through the milling section of the Husab uranium mine, some eightyfive kilometres East of Swakopmund on 28 December, will push back the mine's start-up date to at least June this year, informed sources close to the Mine said this week.

This is in sharp contrast to the Chief Executive Officer of Swakop Uranium, Mr Zheng Keping who sugarcoated the fire incident on 29 December with a public statement that no mining operations were affected.

“No mining operations could have been seriously affected, as there is no significant mining taking place at Husab yet,” an informed source explained over the weekend.

Husab would have originally commenced mining opera-

tions by mid-January 2016, but due to delays in the construction of the mine the commencement of mining operations was re-scheduled to May 2015, this source explained.

“The damage to the milling plant is massive.

We are talking of at least a five months window for repairs,” indicated this source.

Adding, once an official investigation into the fire incident concluded a clean-up operation would follow. Experts are set to try and beat the deadline to repair the sec-

tion damaged by the fire to meeting the May 2016 start-up deadline.

Swakop Uranium's media statement a day after the fire reads as follows: A fire was reported by ECPM contractor on Monday 28 December 2015 at round 15:30 in the milling section of Husab construction site.

The liners of the ball mill caught fire, and the fire was extinguished six hours later at around 21:30 with the support from the Swakop Uranium fire proto team, Swakopmund fire brigade and Arandis fire brigade.

Very good support was given by the Swakopmund and Arandis fire brigades. No injuries were claimed by the incident.

The cause of the fire is still not known to Swakop Uranium and pending an investigation.

The mining operations were not affected by the incident.”

More questions were forwarded to Swakop Uranium regarding the incident, but at the time of going to press a reply was still awaited.

Vehicle theft now a reality in coastal towns Madelaine Laubscher Three vehicles were reportedly stolen since the festive season started at the coast, with one of the three incidents allegedly involving a hijacking.

A police official confirmed on Monday According to another police official, two of the knowledge of the three incidents of vehicle theft. three vehicles that were stolen was a Mazda2 “We know about three car thefts at the coast Demio (CR 37/01/2016) and a blue BMW, were during the festive season. This include a young recovered. male person who took his mother's vehicle “The BMW was stolen in Tamariskia and was without permission, which is also regarded as a recovered. The suspect was arrested in Moncriminal offence.” desa.”

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The Rossignols’ vehicle stuck in the sand

Drunken driving Continued from Page 1 was extended to 23 March 2016 when she is expected to appear in the same court.

There is no indication as to how much alcohol was found in her blood because the court is still waiting for the results of her blood sample.

Kalondo was not asked to plead on the charge but told the court she will be represented by a private lawyer.

Magistrate John Liwoyo Sindano heard the case with Prosecutor Mclean Handjaba representing the State.

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Muatunga injured on New Year’s Eve accident Continued from Page 1

Muatunga is reportedly in high spirit and surrounded by friends and family.

He lost a total of five fingers on the first joints on both hands and suffered 40 % loss of sight in one eye, when a fire cracker exploded in his hands shortly after midnight on 1 January this year. The incident took place at his home in Kuisebmond. He was stabilised at the Welwitschia Hospital shortly after the incident and transferred to the Roman Catholic Hospital in Windhoek where the amputations had to be carried out.

Muatunga will remain in Windhoek for an

undetermined time in order to measure his recovery as well as further treatment to the injured eye.

In the meantime the public has taken to social media over the incident, where opinions are sharply divided. There are those heavily criticising Muatunga for engaging in the handling of fireworks in a built-up area and those who wish him a speedy recovery. Many also criticise people's insensitive remarks over the incident, and is pleading for tolerance in the midst of the trauma Muatunga and his family suffered.

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2016 Sardynkwota 14 000 ton

Die massa-uittog van vakansiegangers vanuit die kusdorpe na die Namibiese binneland en buurlande het Sondag in alle erns begin. Terselfdertyd is daar ook massaverkeer onderweg na die kusdorpe van inwoners wat hul kustuistes vir ander vakansiebestemmings verruil het, asook diegene wat hul tradisionele tuistes in die noorde van die land gaan opsoek het.

Aldus die Streeksverkeerskoördineerder van die Namibiese Polisie se Verkeerseenheid in Erongo, Hoofinspekteur Daniël Lange, is daar 'n merkbare verskil in die verkeersvolumes van reisigers wat die kus verlaat, en dit wat na kusbestemmings terugkeer.

Teen twaalfuur gistermiddag was daar sowat 416 motors per uur op die B2 naby Arandis getel wat onderweg was na die binneland.Dienooreenkomstig was daar 209 motors per uur

getel wat op die B2 in die rigting van Swakopmund onderweg was.

Verkeersvloei was Sondag alreeds baie hoog en dit sal na verwagting na die einde van die week sy piek bereik, wanneer die meeste reisigers van vakansie teruggekeer het om betyds te wees vir die heropening van die skole aanstaande week.

Hoofinspekteur Lange het 'n beroep op reisigers gedoen om spoed binne perke te hou, om nie by soliede

verkeerstrepe of algemene gevaarlike strekke verby te steek nie.

Hy het sy kommer uitgespreek oor passasiers op motors se agtersitplekke wat nie veiligheidsgordels dra nie.

“Ons ondervind dit baie dat bestuurders nalaat om seker te maak kinders dra hul sitplekgordels.

Die gevaar sonder 'n sitplekgordel is ewe hoog vir alle sitplekke in 'n motor en ons doen 'n beroep op bestuurders om seker te maak alle passasiers is vas-

gegordel,” het hy gesê.

Voorts het hy ook bestuurders gewaarsku teen paaie gedurende die reëntyd.

Verskeie voertuie was in ongelukke betrokke in die Erongo-streek tydens of kort na donderstorms wanneer daar baie water op die padoppervlaktes is.

Die stuk pad sowat 15km vanuit Omaruru in die rigting van Karibib bestempel hy as een van die probleem areas tydens reën, en verskeie ongelukke het reeds daar plaasgevind.

Die Namibiese pelagiese visbedryf staar ‘n benarde 2016 visseisoen in die gesig, met die Ministerie van Visserye en Mariene Hulpbronne wat die sardynkwota vir vanjaar op 14 000 ton vasgestel het.

Van hierdie 14 000 ton is 4 000 ton ‘n reserwekwota, wat beteken die bedryf kan op die oomblik net op 10 000 ton staatmaak. Die aankondiging is op 30 Desember deur die Minister van Visserye en Mariene Hulpbronne, Bernhardt Esau gemaak.

A bundle of Christmas love Photo by Madelaine Laubscher

Die groot uittog in alle erns

Foto deur Bernabé Blaauw

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A baby boy was born on 25 December at the Walvis Bay State Hospital at approximately 08:00. The newborn was named Tufeni Shikongo and he weighed 3.972 kilograms.

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Body of 21-year-old Drug Dealer Arrested at Walvis Bay Roadblock missing at sea Mavourlene !Gaёs

A 52- year- old man was arrested for dealing in drugs on 31 December 2015 at about 23:30 at the Walvis Bay roadblock.

The arrest was confirmed by the Erongo police to the newspaper yesterday. According to NamPol Deputy Commissioner Ottilie Kashuupulwa, the discovery of the drugs was made after police members assisting at the roadblock in Walvis Bay decided to search the vehicles coming into the town.

“It is alleged that while there, a vehicle which was transporting a wellknown drug dealer from Kuisebmond was spotted in the vehicle. We conducted a body search on him and found him in possession of 609 mandrax tablets with an estimated value of N$60 900.”

The accused is yet to appear in the Walvis Bay Magistrate's court.

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A 21-year-old student who is also a resident of Mondesa in Swakopmund's life came to a sad end after he was allegedly swept away by strong currents at Langstrand around ten on New Year's morning.

The deceased whose name has not been made public due to the fact that his body has not yet been recovered allegedly went for a swim with three friends. He was pursuing further studies in Telecommunication and Engineering at the Polytechnic of Namibia.

According to NamPol Deputy Commissioner Ottilie Kashuupulwa, it is alleged that the four men spent the night at the sea decided to go for a swim on the morning of New Year's. “When they went into the water, the waves were very strong and unfortunately one of them did not make it back to land and drowned.” Kashuupulwa said sea rescue tried to search for the body in vain as the waves were still very strong.

Woman Dies Shortly after Entering New Year

Brandberg Restcamp Owner assaulted Mavourlene !Gaёs

The police are investigating a case of robbery that took place on 3 January at around 05:30 at the Brandberg Rest Camp in Uis where the owner of the camp, Basil Calitz (52), was allegedly assaulted with an iron before the robbers made off with N$1 200.

It is alleged that three unknown men armed with an iron entered the room of the owner of Brandberg Rest Camp in Uis. They blinded him by shining the torch directly in his eyes and tied him up with electrical wires. The culprits then allegedly beat him with the iron on the head before running off with N$1 200 which was in a cash box at the bar .

Calitz allegedly managed to untie himself and reported the incident to the police station commander at about 06:12 that same morning. The police rushed to the scene, but the robbers were already gone.

They (police) then took the victim to Uis clinic where he received first aid because he sustained injuries/open wounds to the head. The victim was transferred to Cottage Private Hospital in Swakopmund for further medical treatment. The suspects are still at large and the police investigation is ongoing.

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Amalia Johannes (42) died on 1 January at 00:20 in Khomashochland Street after the driver of a motor vehicle allegedly lost control over the vehicle and hit her.

The 21-year-old driver is facing charges with culpable homicide and is yet to appear in court.

According to NamPol Deputy Commissioner, Ottilie Kashuupulwa the driver who is suspected to have been speeding at the time of the accident hit Johannes who was standing next to a wall and celebrating the New Year.

“It is believed that the motor vehicle was on high speed and the driver lost control of the vehicle which resulted in the car hitting the pedestrian. Johannes succumbed to her injuries few minutes after arriving at the Walvis Bay state hospital.”

Kashuupulwa said the 21-year-old accused who also sustained during the accident was admitted to hospital under police guard and police investigation into the matter continues.

27-year-old Man raped in Karibib Mavourlene !Gaёs

A 27-year-old man was allegedly sodomised in Karibib's Usab location by an 18-year-old man over the festive holiday.

The suspect was arrested that same day and charged with rape, he appeared in the Karibib Magistrate's court.

The incident which was confirmed by NamPol Detective Chief Inspector, Moses !Uwu//khaeb is alleged to have taken place during the early hours of Saturday (26 December).

According to !Uwu//khaeb, the 27-year-old victim was allegedly on his way home after a night out when he was attacked by the accused who kicked him to the ground before proceeding to rape him.

Walvis Bay Magistrate's Court report December 2015 Johannes Mupenda (21) appeared on a charge of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor. The matter was postponed to 4 February for plea. The accused is on bail.

A 14-year-old minor appeared on a charge of theft. The matter was postponed to 12 January for screening of juvenile accused person. The accused has been detained in a place of safety.

Orlando Sihafeleni (23) appeared on a charge of theft. The matter was postponed to 3 February for plea and trial. The accused is in custody.

Heinrich Smith (24) appeared on a charge of housebreaking with the intent to steal and theft. The matter was postponed to 19 January 2016 for the fixing of trial date. The accused is on bail.

Sakaria Martin (28) appeared on a charge of assault by threat, a charge of theft and a charge of malicious damage to property. The matter was postponed to 28 January for plea and trial. The accused is in custody.

Barnabas Kanime (30) appeared on a charge of housebreaking with the intent to steal and theft. The matter was postponed to 21 January for further investigation.

The accused is in custody.

A 14-year-old minor and a 15-year-old minor both appeared on a charge of

robbery. The matter was postponed to 12 January for screening of juvenile accused person.

Thomas Karumbu (21) appeared on a charge of theft. Karumbu was found guilty and sentenced to pay a fine of N$1 000 or 30 days in prison.

Immanuel Mwaikange (46) appeared on a charge of assault on a member of the police and a charge of failure to comply with instructions/directions of a peace officer. The matter was postponed to 3 February for legal representation. The accused is in custody.

Elias Kakweno (25) appeared on a charge of possession of dependence producing substance. Kakweno was found guilty and sentenced to pay a fine of N$300 or 30 days in prison.

Robert Dumpy Jackson (20) appeared on a charge of drugs - dealing in cocaine. The matter was postponed to 16 March for plea. The accused is in custody.

Lukas Shiningayamwe (25) and David Mwatseyandje (26) both appeared on a charge of robbery. The matter was postponed to 11 January for bail application. Both accused are in custody.

Justin Visagie (26) appeared on a charge of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor.

The matter was postponed to 17 February for plea. The accused is on bail.

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Shock and dismay Taking a roadside nap... as 35-year-old commits suicide Mavourlene !Gaёs

Tracy Walker (35) died of a self inflicted gunshot wound on 1 January, at around 14:50 in Kramersdorf, Swakopmund.

The suicide was confirmed by NamPol's Erongo Region Deputy Commissioner, Ottilie Kashuupulwa yesterday morning.

“It is alleged that the deceased committed suicide by shooting herself in the head with a revolver that belonged to her wheelchair bound fiancé at the house they were living in.”

Kashuupulwa further said it is suspected the couple were having domestic issues and added that the deceased left behind a suicide note in which she talks about events that led to her decision to take her own life.

Stab victim dies two weeks after attack Mavourlene !Gaёs 27-year-old Elia Mekondjo Fillipus who was stabbed in the stomach by a 23- year- old man at a local drinking spot in Kuisebmond on 15 December last year, died in the Katutura Hospital in Windhoek on 1 January.

It is alleged that the accused stabbed the victim with an unknown object on the left side of his stomach after a fight broke out between them over a drink at a Kuisebmond drinking place.

The victim was transferred to Windhoek where he was admitted to the Katutura State Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The suspect who has been arrested, and charged for attempted murder, will now be formally charged with murder.

Murder victim Elia Mekondjo Fillipus

The First Response Reaction Unit arriving to attend to the man lying next to the road Madelaine Laubscher

Members of First Response Security Namibia Awareness were called to this scene on 1 January where a young male was lying next to the road at Long Beach. People who phoned were concerned about the man, at first thinking he was run over by a car.

He was fortunately only “lost.” Responders were glad though that the public made the call, as it remained a dangerous situation for the man to lie so close to the road. He could have been a victim to a hit and run.

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Partygoers left beaches in horrible state after New Year Local quad bike riders along with members of the Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET) collected several black refuse bags of rubbish on 2 January that was left behind after the New Year's festivities.

According to members of the community several complaints surfaced after campers at Long Beach allegedly left the beach in a terrible state, covered in rubbish. A clean-up team was sent to the scene the next morning and it is understood that over 15 refuse bags were filled with rubbish that was left on the beach. “Thumbs up for Walvis Bay municipality who sent cleaning teams to Long Beach after New Year's Eve. I have been at the coast since 1990 and it is so shameful to see for the past two to three years how filthy the beach is left by campers. It appears that some have no respect for nature, the property of other, themselves or public in general,� a source said.

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Former mayor in fireworks accident The former Mayor of Wavis Bay, politician and community activist King Mandume Muatunga has been transferred to a Windhoek medical facility earlier today after an accident involving fireworks at midnight on New Year's Eve. Ewald Meyer Get well soon Comrade Juuso Kambueshe I can't believe some of the heartless comments on this platform how would some of you take it if you have been driving vehicles and loose your loved ones on top of it somebody would comment that you ought to be driving 120 not 130 the old saying is still valuable if you have nothing good to say especially to people you really don't know perhaps silence would be the best words let's embark on a regeneration of our moral values and do junto others as we would like them to do to us...let's share love and spread tolerance May God Bless us with Wisdom this year a prosperous 2016 to all.

Anja Söderlund fire works are banned...but some people think they can still just go ahead ... why not stick to the rules? no fireworks..no fingers lost?

Abigail-Anne Fourie Smit Well, he obviously lit it himself or had the intention to? He is an adult and former Mayor AND still breaks the law! He has to bear the consequences - NO SYMPATHY. Lynette van Niekerk Let's ban fireworks! How beautifull would a techno light show and music be against the dunes! The only ones that are happy are the manufacturers of the fireworks!

Toni Hart Very sad. very unnecessary. I hope you'll be ok. I hope we can now ban these stupid useless and senseless waste of money nonsense - ban fireworks/crackers!

Ranga Haikali Good morning to all! I couldn't believe what comments where coming in from various people on the incident of King Mandume. It raise serious issues that are lacking or mental immaturity in the society.

Elijah Hage Gawaseb He was a former mayor for that matter. He suppose to know his own municipal laws under which he used to run the town. One of them is "No fire works" in municipal areas. Why was it impost? Because of the danger it posts to citizens, period!!

Steven Kgomotso Mukwena Accident is just an accident it could have happened to anyone. Wishing you speedy recovery cde.

Anna Disa Julie-Gaoses Keep your sarcastic comments to yourself. It could have been you/son/daughter or family member.

Show some respect to the family and in particular King Mandume.

Let's not be judgemental and rather show some sympathy. Period.

Yolande L Fourie Grown up individual-former mayor. when you have recovered please go and get some more. I have No sympathy!

Sorry to say.

Belinda Ganases If only u guys knew his side of the story than u could have not judge him.

Pele Mwatunga I would like to commend and applaud my brother's son King Ian Mwatungah for being so brave for wishing his father quick recovery - 17 years old boy and he also thank people who wishes his father a quick recovery all the best. Thanks King Ian Mwatungah.

Hon Cllr Pieter Kausiona Fireworks can be use at demarcated spot

by Municipality in consultation/ with concern of Police Officers for public. Not use as suicide bomb in public. Please remain former Mayor for rest of live. Lesson 1, Chapter 1 in New year.

Beverley Vugs It's an accident people. It could have happened to anyone...

Richard Kambinda The king must be charged for blowing up up fireworks in undesignated area by the municipality, at least that is what the Police warned us about and now we have evidence that King Mandume contravened the by-laws.

Jack Manale Speedy recovery to King Mandume. We will keep u in our prayers my brother. The negative comments base on racial line were really disappointing. We are busy building one Namibian house base on reconciliation. But some community members reminds us of the passed which is not needed in our society.

Israel Plato Tjaimba We all know that whites are more concern about their pets than a black man in pain if it was a white man you could have found " Sterte" comments , we have racism in this country bt time wil tell.

Michael Gaweseb alcohol and dagga is same (drug), but only dagga is banned. same double standards displayed here by members of our society. fireworks like guns don't belong in private hands. let's rather use tragedy to improve the system.

Jada Penny Heita Some people ought to stop with their sarcastic comments if u don't having nothing to say or be a little sympathetic than rather say nothing accidents occur in each one's life and yes fire

crackers were long back banned no need to put the blame on him if they were banned than selling it surely needs to be reported as well Dom goet wat nie iets goed kan se nie. wish u a speedy recovery my eie graap jaas vriend.

Hilaria Arsenal Firstlady Jorse It is really sad. Wish him a speedy recovery.

Sethos Uwanga namib times do n't hv all the information in full details, some negative comments are just based on assumption and pure racist.

Joyce Paulo Paulo Our prayers and thoughts are with you soon recovery we all love you king.

Limemesha Ya Hifikepunye No wonder I have not heard from his twin this new year. We will keep him in prayers.

Mamsy Johanna Kambanda Lord have mercy. Who are we to judge him. Let us rather pray for him.

Elphia Pool En niemand het nog ooit die reëls gebreek nie? Mense is blits vinnig om te oordeel.

Rebekka Ndapandula Goagoses-Nekundi This are Namibians for you I tell you...thy know it all...eish.

Hannelie Uises Get will soon former mayor, and for the rest pls, pls don't wear the shoe which is not u size.

Sethos Uwanga If any fireworks displaying are banned in public why is it still display at independence celebrations by the Authority? We wish u a speedy recovering King.

Amanda Sethie-Kooitjie Poeple r so quick to throw stones.

Throw th stones if u r not a sinner. We love u King Mandume Muatunga no matter what th haters r up to with they negative commentz. Will stand firm to support u. So called ai moerskipaz.

Himeetu Balotelli Speedy Recovery King....Angel sends her love, will come by when you are back. much love.

Meekulu Mkwahepoh OMkwanangombe KoNdeutapo What is fireworks? I never bought any in my life.

Gerhardo Hangula My comrade, I wish him a speedy recovery.

George van Straten May the Lord protect you my brother. This is sad news.

Golden Nambele Wishing u a quick recovery king og so sad.

Neu Vaino Oh my God pls protect and keep him un Jesus Name.

Vicky Ndawapeka Kanyuumbo Save the finger, say no to fireworks!

Saavi Mwatilifange Fellow Human beings. When you have nothing good to say please say nothing. Wishing you a speed recovery Mandume .

Cecilia Sherally I pray that you recover soon .No that the love of Jesus never failed.T urm your life to Him. People change but Jesus never. All the best my brother!

Jones Dex Lutombi Heartless Pipo with heartless comments.

What goes around comes around. Wishing you a quick recovery comrade.

Ambros Lawesie Wow cde we will pray for u be healed in Jesus name. Anjury to one is anjury to all.

Amenenge Aletta Nghelo Shihepo-Nyati Recovery at God's speed tate King Mandume Muatunga and be strong mee Dina and the whole family!

Chris Engels Hope he recovers from his ordeal, BAN FIREWORKS they do nobody any good.

Pele Mwatunga On behalf of myself and my family I would like to thank true Namibians for your messages of sympathy to my young brother who got injured on the 1 JANUARY 2016. I will not dwell on the negative comments send/ post by some human being. I wish Jan long live and God bless Him. We're Christians. We wish our young brother a speedy recovery. I thank u. May God bless you Jan included.

Pallas Nepembe Sorry for him but guys lets not ignore what ever any orders was given, a kid or mature.

Elizabeth Nampa Jonas So far i filter only revenge, can it be that we no longer forgive, seems the former mayor had more enemies then friends, for now is'nt the right time to shoot revenge arrows, let us act human and pray for his recovery, revenge, grudges won't do anyone good for that matter, it only put a blockage for one to receive blessings from God, remember his good deeds during his time as major and even if crackers caused a Severe injury to his fingers, he is still human and his family need him. Praying for you former mayor.

Cass Bester Why did you play with fireworks the struggle is long time something of the past.

Charlton CN Moments Nuwuseb Speedy recovery to our former mayor, and please stop with this negative comments if you don't have the facts right.

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Raadop met die vlieë Is daar raad vir die vlieëplaag wat almal op Walvisbaai op die oomblik beet het?

Ons het gedurende die Desembervakansie tuisgebly op die hawedorp, maar wat ‘n frustrasie was dit nie as swerms vlieë daagliks op alles toesak. Dit is nie net tuis nie, maar ook in besighede, vernaam waar mense kos bedien. Ek kon maar net wonder oor higiëne.

Ons het navraag gedoen en daar is aan ons gesê dat die munisipaliteit gereeld plekke soos die vullisterrein bespuit teen vlieë. Ons is verder meegedeel dat vliegplae gereeld voorkom na warm dae.

Kan ons munisipaliteit nie asseblief iets aan die situasie doen nie. Dit word onuithoudbaar.

Dieselfde geld ook vir die muskiete. Waar broei dit? Kan daar êrens op Walvisbaai plekke wees met standhoudende water waar muskiete broei?

Siek en sat

Passenger commends Air Nam

I herewith wish to state, that I twice flew with Air Namibia in 2015, as I did in the years previously.

I found the service exceptional, especially as I am a difficult passenger having to use a wheelchair.

I am also familiar with Lufthansa from Johannesburg to Frankfurt. However, the friendliness, politeness and helpfulness bears no comparison to Air Namibia.

With this airline one does not feel like a third class passenger when flying tourist class.

Service in regard to pre-dinner drinks and meals are prompt and adequate. The food itself is good and fresh.

Thank you Air Namibia. Carry on the way you do and you will be equal to any other international airline. I know what I am talking about, as I flew with the first jet airliner, the Comet of B.O.A.C. Since then with many other airlines.

Dr. Harro Fink

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Neon Colour Party and NYE Bash 2015 Liesl Losper The Neon/Color Party took place on 28 December at the Desert Raceway track near the Walvis Bay Airport.

On 31 December it was also time again for the New Years Eve Bash for 2015 that was hosted on Long Beach. Both events w e r e o rg a n i s e d b y Namib Rage Events.

The organisers organised transport from Walvis Bay and Swakopmund for those who attended the events, both for the Neon Colour festival and the NYE Bash for 2015.

The Dj's started from 16:00 and they went on until 06:00 the next morning. Some of the guests also camped for the night.

(Photo's by Wilke and Nel van Greunen)

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Thousands at Henties Touchies

The annual Henties Bay Touchies has once again proven its importance on the festive season’s social calendar, with an estimated three thousand visitors that attended this event on 26 December. A traditional highlight of this day every year is the crowning of Miss Touchies and the 2015 Miss Touchies is Margo Mae and her first and second princesses respectively Lezaan Le Roux and Bea Viljoen. Miss Personality for the 2015 Miss Touchies is Geraldine Botha.

With regard to the touch rugby tournament, RFS Tigers and Alco Bodies took the first and second places in the junior category, with Walvis Bay Royce selected as the best dressed team.

Juandré van Wyk was selected as player of the day.

In the senior class, team Vrotties won the day followed by team Castle Lite and Die Ouens the runnersup. Pictured right: Miss Touchies Margo Mae with the organiser of the event, Mrs Connie Olivier.

Campers mayhem when sea floods popular beach Liesl Losper

On 26 Decemer at around 04:00 the worst was to happen for holiday goers that were camping out at Walvis Bay's Kuisebmond Beach, when exceptionally rough ocean conditions resulted in a large segment of the camping area flooded by sea water.

Vehicles, tents, camping equipment and even expensive music systems were not spared by the floodwater. Vendors selling food and drinks to holiday goers were also hit hard when the water destroyed tents and equipment.

Madaka Ndekola, a Walvis Bay resident who were at that time enjoying some time with his friends, recalled these miserable moments: “My friends and I were chatting and having a braai when the wind started to pick up. It was around 04:00.

Later on we were in the car and when it got rough we had to drive away. I think this might have been like a small tsunami, we only read these kind of reports on news but never experience it ourselves Madaka said, adding that the water swamped the area in no time. It caught many sleeping unawares too.

A mass clean up followed when people started to rescue their property from the water.

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Mel Botes tribute to Floyd Sharlien Tjambari

The community of Swakopmund, flocked to the Dome for Mel Botes New Year Concert.

The concert was called “Dark side of the Moon,” tribute to Pink Floyd. Mel Botes is undoubtedly one of South Africa's most talented guitarists and songwriters.

The breathtaking concert attracted over 500 viewers. Austen Morris Associates Financial advisors were the main sponsors of the concert.

WALVIS BAY * Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday: Book Exchange at the Mission to Seafarers. All Welcome. * Every Tuesday: Blood clinic (NAMBTS) at Welwitschia Hospital next to indoor pool. * First Tuesday of every month Charity Quiz Night at The Raft! Call 204877 for more info and reservations. * Every Sunday: Potjiekos available at MOTH Club. ***************

SWAKOPMUND * Bridge: The Swakopmund Bridge club meets every Monday evening at 19:00 at Lions Old Age Home. Contact: Ed Barbour 064-405 604. * Swakopmund Toastmasters: Meet every first and third Monday of the month at the Europa Hof Hotel, Bismark Str 39, Swakopmund, Namibia from 19:00 20:30. * Every Saturday: Flea Market & fresh produce outside Wild Rocket Cafe Kriess Arcade from 08:30 - 12:00. * Up to 16 Jan: Historical Buildings and Wildlife by Barbara Siedle. Mrs Gabi Woermann will open the exhibition at Die Muschel Brauhaus Arcade at 18:00. * 10 Jan - 10 Feb: Woermannhaus Gallery Exhibition of paintings by Barbara Pirron titled “Wahr-Nehmung’’. Opening Sunday 10 Jan at 17:00. ***************

ART EXHIBITIONS * Every Saturday: Open Air Arts Exhibition at the Mole next to Tennis courts in Swakopmund. Oil paintings - weather permitting. * Permanent Collection: Woermann Haus Gallery in Bismarck Street. Fine collection of the Swakopmund Arts Association’s “South West Masters’’ and contemporary Namibian art works. Open Mondays to Saturdays 10:00 - 12:00 and 15:00 - 17:00. * Swakopmund Museum: Open daily, including Sundays 10:00 - 17:00. * Sam Cohen Library: Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 13:00/15:00 - 17:00 and the second Saturday per month 09:00 - 13:00. * Die Galerie, Walvis Bay: Exhibition of Namibian and South African Artists.

Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday: 08:00 13:00 & 14:00 - 17:00. Saturday - 08:30 12:30.

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Several pets lost after fireworks Madelaine Laubscher After a protest was held to prevent individuals from shooting fireworks in residential areas in the Erongo Region, many complaints surfaced after several persons ignored the protest and the law. This led to numerous animals getting lost during the festive period.

Some dogs allegedly ran as far as the dunes and were found by a member of the community later on near Swakopmund.

A petition - Ban the

sale or import of fireworks in Namibia 2016, was thus started recently to ban the sale of fireworks in the country. The petition that started

with a single signature quickly increased to over160 supporters up to now.

Mixed feelings were portrayed regarding the petition. Some

members are of the opinion that those who abide by the law who use fireworks outside residential areas should not suffer the consequences of having fireworks banned altogether, due to those who do not abide by the law.

According to a spokesperson of the Walvis Bay SPCA, over 20 animals are

still missing. “It is terribly sad and worrying that the law clearly states fireworks may not be fired in residential areas, yet it is ignored.

We have to go feed six dogs running around at the beach that we are unable to catch.

Flyers were handed out at roadblocks along with safety packets to make

everyone aware of the law regarding fireworks. Complaints surfaced from all over town. Many people sacrificed their time in order to search for the animals.

The fireworks are still being fired. What will the respective officials do about this?

What is shocking is that fact that it is mostly Walvis Bay

Some of the dogs found behind the dunes near Swakopmund

One of the dogs that went missing

residents making themselves guilty of this trend. What can be done to end this?

Every year we have the same problem.

To those who shoot fireworks in residential areas, you are causing damage and it is absolutely not setting a very good example to the next generation,� she said.

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TO LET TO LET TO LET TO LET TO LET TO LET TO LET TO LET TO

PROPERTY TIMES MEERSIG 2 HOUSES ON 1 ERF Both 3 bed, 2 bath with 2 garages each!

N$2 700 000.00.

LAGOON 3 Bed, 2 Bath house with Livingroom & 2 Garages. PLUS: 2 Bed, 1 Bath flat.

N$2 170 000.00.

MEERSIG 3 x Adjacent Plots – 500m² N$750 000.00 each.

HERMES 4 Bed, 3 Bath house with Kitchen & 3 Garages.

N$1 850 000.00.

CENTRAL B&B 10 Rooms Fully Furnished.

Plus 3 bed flat & Double Garage N$4 400 000.00.

CENTRAL GUESTHOUSE 15 Bedrooms 12 Bathrooms Outdoor BBQ & Swimming pool N$9 500 000.00.

WALVIS BAY KUISEBMUND 5 Bed house with 2 Bed flat.

N$850 000.00.

ANGELIKA 081 562 2186

TO LET: Coastal Estates, Swakopmund Apex Park Office Space 118m². - N$7 906.00 176m². N$11 792.00 Call Jan: 081 270 8005 Hannes: 081 149 8777 Irma: 081 368 4469.

ARANDIS 2 BED, 1 BATH HOUSE WITH OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / LIVING AREA. OUTSIDE BBQ & PARKING AREA. SAFE & SECURE COMPLEX. Starting from N$445 000-00.

Gogga 081 870 9950 Heidi 081 738 6315

TO LET: BRAND NEW OFFICES & FLATS CENTRAL WALVIS BAY 2 BED FLATS STARTING FROM N$5 000-00 P/M 3 BED FLATS STARTING FROM N$ 7 000-00 P/M 66 – 140M² CORNER SHOPS WITH PRIVATE PARKING STARTING FROM N$150-00 PER M².

EXCLUSIVE OF VAT, W & E. YOLANDA 081 158 3463

SOLE & EXCLUSIVE MANDATE HENTIES BAY “HUISIE BY DIE SEE” 139 FREESTANDING 2&3 BED HOUSES! CHOOSE FROM 4 DIFFERENT HOUSE TYPES TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS BEST! GET YOURS FROM ONLY N$500 850.00.

EMILY 081 293 0335 ELEGANCIA INVESTMENTS CC: Kuisebmond - Freestanding house for sale.

3 Bedrooms, kitchen, lounge, 2 bathrooms and boundary wall.

N$770 000.00.

Contact: 081 866 9480.

P.A.M TREE VILLAS SOLE & EXCLUSIVE MANDATE Free-standing houses located 5km from the Walvis Bay City Centre Choose your own house & plot!

Selling from N$615 000-00.

Claudia 0811696227 TE HUUR: Walvisbaai Kamer aan enkel persoon.

Geen kinders of diere nie.

N$ 1 850.00 p/m Deposito N$ 600.00 vooruitbetaalbaar.

Skakel: 081 351 3225.

TO RENT: Mile 4 Oyster Str 65 3 bedroom house available for rent from January 2016. ± N$ 9 500.00 p/m Contact: 081 246 1254.

KUISEBMUND GOOD INVESTMENT!!

2 Bed, 1 bath, kitchen, Living area with a garage.

A rare find at only N$ 430 000.00!

Possible rental income of N$ 3 000-00 P/M Claudia 081 169 6227

Walvis Bay Industrial SOLE & EXCLUSIVE MANDATE Prime Warehouses for SALE OR TO RENT! Ranging from 165 – 412m² Selling from N$ 1 505 000-00 and renting from N$ 60-00 per m² excluding VAT, W & E. Don't delay, phone today!!

Claudia 081 169 6227

WALVIS BAY – NEWTON COURT NEWLY BUILT 2 BED FLAT WITH SPACIOUS OPEN-PLAN LOUNGE/KITCHEN WITH A SINGLE GARAGE. N$ 995 000-00

JOEY 0812780518 FLAT TO RENT: in Lagoon, Walvis Bay @ N$4900.00 p/m.

2 Bed with b.i.c and garage.

Deposit required.

Water excluded.

Pre-paid electricity.

Call: 081 148 2521.

FOR SALE: Kabeljou Street, Kuisebmond.

New big family house in Kuisebmond, Kabeljou Street area + 2 Bedroom flat + 2 garages.

N$2 million.

Contact: 081 128 8642.

Walvis Bay 142m² Office to let Industrial area at Synchro lift Modern, neat & professional @ N$ 12 500.00 per month incl. water & pre-paid electricity.

Talitha 081 337 3669/ Rhoda 081 413 1313

ARANDIS: HOUSE FOR SALE. One (1) x 4-bedroom house now available to buy.

It is neatly tiled, cupboards in some bedrooms and has a geyser.

Relatively large erf and situated in a good and quiet neighbourhood.

Do not miss this opportunity.

Cash buyers preferably.

Pictures can be provided on whatsapp.

Selling Price: N$450 000.00.

Contact: 081 455 4176.

Walvis Bay Meersig – FOR RENT Luxurious Double Storey 3 bed Townhouses With designer open plan Kitchen, Lounge/ Dining Area, BIC, Indoor Bbq & Double Garage.

N$ 12 500-00p/m excl.

W & E. Don't delay – phone today!

Talitha 0813373669 / +264 64 212 440

Karibib Sole & Exclusive Mandate 127 freestanding 2 – 3 bed houses with or without garage.

Registration & completion in 12-18 months. Provide Your guarantee now and only pay in only 12 months and watch your investment grow interest free!!

Claudia 0811696227

HOUSE TO RENT: Double Storey 3 Bedroom House to rent in Swakopmund, Ocean View Extension 15, Quiver Street.

Includes water & Alarm. Prepaid Electricity.

Monthly payment in advance: N$11,500.00 + Deposito.

House available immediately.

ONLY Sober tenants.

NO Pets allowed.

Contact: Mr van Wyk at 081 128 8281.

TO LET - WALVIS BAY CENTRAL N$ 7 500 – 3bed, 2bath flat with single garage N$ 7 500 – 3bed, 1bath with double garage incl W+E. MEERSIG N$ 12 500 - Upmarket 3 Bed, 2 bath with double garage KUISEBMOND N$ 2 500 – 1 bed flat with own bathroom incl w&e N$ 2 700 – Bachelor flat incl w&e INDUSTRIAL N$16 885 incl VAT – 260m² Warehouse with office.

N$9 900 excl VAT New 66m² shop space N$21 000 excl VATNew 140 m² shop space N$11 250 excl VAT – New 75m² shop space N$ 12 500 – office 145m² near syncrolift incl water N$66 500 excl VAT – New 1445m² Warehouse with big offices N$ 10 890 excl VAT – 180m² Warehouse with 1 office N$100 010 excl VAT– 1953m² warehouse with 800 m² office appr 15 offices N$100 003 excl VAT– Appr 5000 m² warehouse / offices / yard space N$95 000 excl VAT– Appr 3000m² warehouse / offices/yard space Please call Rhoda 081 413 1313 Or Talitha 081 337 3669

To Let Mahetago flat1bedr, bathr, open plan kitchen N$ 3200.00 W/L Incl 1 person/young couple Jabulani flat 1bedr,bathr,open plan kitchen N$ 3500.00 W/Incl, garage optional. flat 2bedr,bathr,open plan kitchen N$ 4000.00 W/L Incl For Sale Mondesa 2bedr house, bathroom, kitchen N$ 350 000.00 strictly cash 3bedr house, lounge, kitchen, bathroom with flat of 2bedr, open lounge kitchen single garage N$ 900 000.00 Tamariskia Cottage Village Flat 2 bedr, 1 bathr, open plan kitchen garage N$ 850 000.00 Ocean view (brand new) 3Bed house, 2bathr, lounge, kitchen diningroom, double garage (remote door) N$ 1.9 mil neg.

Call Tel: 064-402112 Fax: 064-403396 Matty: 081 244 6995

Walvis Bay This spacious 3 bed, 2 bath unit situated Centrally. Open plan kitchen to lounge Small courtyard & Single Garage Located in complex.

N$ 1 530 000-00 including furniture.

Claudia 081 169 6227

FLAT TO RENT: Furnished Granny flat in Lagoon, Walvis Bay. 2 Bed, openplan livingroom + kitchen, braai area, tandem garage with separate entrance.

Wi-Fi + DSTV. W/E included @ N$5500.00 p/m.

Deposit required.

Immediately available.

Sorry no pets.

Call: 081 148 2521.

WALVIS BAY 20 4505 TO LET BEHIND WALVIS BAY PRIMARY SCHOOL 3 Bedroom house with single garage @ N$8500.00 p/m.

CENTRAL Modern 3 bedroom house with 2 garages @ N$12 500.00.

To view call Dianne Office hours 204505

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WOONSTEL TE HUUR: Moses Garoebstr. 67 Walvisbaai.

Huur: N$4500.00 p/m.

Krag + Water uitgesluit.

Skakel: 081 322 8848.

FOR SALE: Swakopmund luxury apartment in best location in Dunenweg 18, green white tiled building.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

Open plan loungedining area. Spacious kitchen. Pantry. Double garage. Seaview from 3 rooms and balcony.

Contact: 081 244 4418.

TE HUUR: Bachelors flat in Vineta te huur. Groot kitchenette.

Agter in die erf.

Een tot twee persone maksimum.

W/L ingesl.

Geen garage.

N$ 3 500.00 p/m Onmiddellik beskikbaar.

Skakel: 081 323 3531 vir meer inligting.

ARANDIS: Rooms available for rent at a lodge in Arandis.

Only a few left.

Rent: N$ 800 per month. Water included.

Prepaid electricity installed Contact: 081 455 4176.

WANTED TO RENT: Looking for a 2 bedroom Townhouse with garage to rent in CBD, Meersig, Lagoon or nearby quiet suburb Walvis Bay. Price Max: N$6000.00.

Contact: 081 407 6641 HOUSE FOR SALE: Meersig, Walvis Bay Double storey house 3 bedroom, bic/suit + bathroom All rooms bic Open plan kitchen, B/I stove, oven, HOB + BIC 2 bathrooms, double garage, automatic garage doors, air conditioning, guest toilet, outside braai Contact details: 081 206 1914 / 204 299 / 204 288.

Miscellaneous Cleaning Tips Ring around the collar Dirty neck rings around shirt or blouse collars can be removed by putting shampoo on them.

Rub the shampoo in like you were washing your hair. Shampoo is specifically made to remove body oils. A cheap bottle of shampoo kept by the washing machine is handy for all kinds of stains in clothing. Don't forget this trick when you are travelling.

Cleaning Scuff Marks Use 3 tbsp. Of TSP (trisodium phosphate) to a gallon of water to clean scuff marks or crayon marks off walls. TSP can be found in the paint department of a hardware store. Wear gloves and do not use on semi-gloss or gloss paint or wood surfaces.

Removing Blood from Furniture Use hydrogen peroxide to remove blood from clothing or furniture. Rub gently.

Dusting Tip Use paint brushes to dust cracks and hard to reach places in telephones, stereos, etc.

Removing Gum Gum can be removed using ice to harden and a dull knife to remove.

Walvis Bay CBD – PRICE REDUCED!!

Sole & Exclusive Mandate Spacious 160m² 3 bed, 1 ½ bath townhouses.

A rare find at N$855 000-00 each!

Selling out fast!

Claudia 081 169 6227 Joey 081 278 0518

Removing Magic Marker Ink Hair spray will remove magic-marker ink from surfaces.

Cleaning Window Screens Nylon covered sponges are great for cleaning window screens.

Removing Smoke Odor Place a bowl of vinegar out to absorb smoke odor.

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CLASSES

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SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

Lindley Education Presents High School Math and Accounting Extra Classes 50% OFF: All GRADE 8's for JANUARY ONLY Opening 18 January 2016 We also offer PRIVATE TUTORING happytohelp@lindley education.com 081 497 2195 www.lindleyeducation .com

TRAINEE DRIVERS Nicco Truck Driving School at Otavi.

We are attending training for Heavy Duty / CE / License.

Application forms available for 20 men age 21-25 years to be trained and employed at mines.

We have 10 years renewable contract with B2 Gold Mine.

Registration free.

N$7500 including Natis service and accommodation plus food.

Duration 4 weeks.

Contact Mr Nicco @ 081 648 5825 Email: nicconic460@gmail.com

EUGENE SHUTTLE & TRANSFERS Walvis Bay Swakopmund We specialize in: - Airport Transfers - Door-to-door Service - Private transfers throughout Namibia - Airport shuttle to and from Windhoek International Airport Contact: 081 705 5147 EUGENE “Safe, Reliable, Comfortable”

FOR SALE 1x Tek 51 inch LCD TV new.

8 Seater Oregon Pine Table & Chairs.

4x Dunlop 265x70x16 Tyres.

1x King size bed.

1x Releigh 26 speed bike (new).

1x Injector pump diesel KB 280 Isuzu reconditioned.

1x Supreme pie warmer.

3x Eye-level build in oven, HOB & Extractor fan.

1x Husky drinks display fridge.

Contact: 081 567 4522.

SERVICES

KARATE

TRADITIONAL DOCTOR KALENGA: He can help you through: Pregnancy - Education Court Cases - Love Affairs - Marriage Problems - Bad Luck - Businesses - Protection at Home - Removal of Tokoloshi - Mens’ Power Sexuality - Exams Job Problems etc.

Walvis Bay & Swakopmund.

Cell:081 201 7887.

PRODEL CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATIONS:

NAMIBIA GARDEN SPECIALIST SERVICES

EDUCARE JJ's Care Centre Walvis Bay Educare for 0-5 years Grade R Grade 1-12 Impak education Homework assistance Aftercare Accommodate for all special needs children too Sign language courses Speech therapy Limited space Kim 0814790725

SWAKOPMUND Landscaping & plant doctor Original palm & tree trimming Planting grass & flowers Painting houses, palm trees, thatch roofs Cutting big trees Training companies of original palm tree Trimming, painting & cutting.

CARS FOR SALE: Kawasaki Mule Diesel buggy.

N$ 40 000.00.

Land Rover series with lots of extra spares.

Swakopmund.

Contact: 081 208 9576.

Contact: 081 274 8447.

ANIMALS

KUS RENOVATIONS Call: 081 560 0292 Henk: 085 601 9662 Johan

TE KOOP: 3x Minatuur worshondjies te koop.

2x swart reuntjies 1x bruin reuntjie Swakopmund beskikbaar Gieljam of Henriette: 081 142 1528 / 081 247 9948.

Carports, gates, safety, doors, steel, wood, painting, paving, plumbing, tiling, maintenance on buildings + structures free quotations no job is too small.

ROMMEL VERWYDERING/ RUBBISH REMOVAL Noah's Arc Daycare and Pre primary we still have space for Children 1 to age 6 years Day care and pre primary.

We make the children school ready We offer homework classes grade 1 - 7 Fun playtime and activities.

Contact Roelien on 081 473 7325

For all your renovations and construction needs with personal attention.

Call for a free quote JOHANN STEYN 081 128 0848.

Vervoer van rommel,bou rommel, tuinvullis, afsaag van bome, kantoor en huistrekke as ook enige tipe aflewering.

RUBBISH / JUNK REMOVAL From your home, business, offices, rental locations, construction sites

Contact: 081 595 1433 / 081 801 9144.

TE KOOP: Twee saggeaard maar slim en wakker hondjies wat baie lief is vir mense.

Ma: Jack Russel Pa: Swart Skippertjie.

Lyk soos die pa.

N$500.00 eerste spuit klaar gegee.

Skakel: 081 645 5869.

GOODS FOR SALE Canon MP270 Colour printer, copier.

N$350.00.

Canon MX700 Colour printer, fax, scan, copier memory card, image print.

N$1750.00.

Iphone 4S - N$1500.00.

Macbook LaptopN$8000, excl hard drive, N$9800 incl hard drive.

Ipod/phone - docking station - N$800.00.

Nokia Lumia - N$1000.00 Prada Cellphone N$1500.00 Contact: 081 311 2978.

SITUATION WANTED

SITUATION WANTED

JOB WANTED: A lady looking for domestic work in Swakopmund.

Washing, ironing and cleaning.

Have experience.

Can work for 3 days a week or Mondays to Fridays.

Contact: 081 767 8857.

EVA KANYAMA is a 27-year-old lady looking for a job in Walvis Bay. Cleaning / Receptionist.

I have experience in cleaning and in office administration.

Please contact me on 081 317 9815.

WERK GESOEK: Betroubare middeljarige vrou met ondervinding van kinders oppas, strykwerk, huiswerk, bejaardes omsien is opsoek na werk in Walvisbaai, Dolfynstrand, Langstrand of Swakopmund.

Vir meer inligting skakel: 081 707 3520 / 081 287 2658.

VACANCIES

JOB WANTED: A 23-year-old girl is looking for house cleaning job in Swakopmund.

Can start immediately.

Contact: 081 036 8516.

Vacancy: FEMALE OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR * 3-4 years experience * Good computer literacy / Excel / Outlook / Micro Word * Drivers license * Experience in Pastel CV’S to be send via email: marineequipment321@g mail.com

WERK GESOEK: Betroubare, hardwerkende 26-jarige dame is dringend opsoek na huiswerk in Walvisbaai vir 3 dae per week.

Is baie netjies en kan goed werk.

Kan dadelik begin werk.

Kontak: 081 776 3681.

VACANCY: Drivers position at Magic Car Wash.

Please collect application form at Theo Ben Gurirab Str Swakopmund Applications close 8.01.2016 at 16:00.

JOB WANTED: I am a 23-year-old lady looking for a job in Walvis Bay. Looking after children, cleaning offices.

Can start immediately.

Contact: 081 465 6281.

Lindley Education is looking for TUTORS in the areas of Accounting, Mathematics and Economics Requirements: Symbol B or higher Experience and good communication skills Ability to explain in English and Afrikaans Punctual and reliable Integrity Submit CV's to

HOUSEHOLD/ FURNITURE

beataccmath@gmail. com

This 'n That We buy and sell second hand & new furniture and household appliances. We offer good money on quality.

Sam Nujoma Town Square.

La Paloma Building Walvis Bay. Els 081 255 5809 or Lawrence 081 324 1285.

Vacancy: BARBER Mens Room Barbershop in Neptune Street, Narraville is looking for a reliable, hardworking Barber with sober habits to start immediately.

Please do not hesitate to contact ASHLEY on 081 374 0652

JOSEPHINA: is looking for domestic job for 3-5 days a week in Walvis Bay / Longbeach / Swakopmund.

Cleaning houses and ironing.

Contact me any time on 081 276 1791.

LOOKING FOR A JOB: I am looking for a job in Walvis Bay - any kind of job.

I have experience in Housekeeping, office cleaner, hotel cleaner, restaurant cleaner.

I guarantee you hardworking, honesty, dedication and loyalty in my working environment.

Please contact me on 081 276 6045.

WERK GESOEK: Betroubare, hardwerkende 35-jarige dame is dringend opsoek na huiswerk vir 5 dae per week of kinders oppas of enige ander werk - kantoor skoonmaak werk of Restaurant werk.

Ek kan onmiddellik begin werk.

Skakel: 081 382 7581.

MARIA: is opsoek na huiswerk in Meersig / Langstrand / Dorp Walvisbaai / Lagoon.

Kan was, stryk, babas oppas.

Ek is baie netjies, hardwerkend en betroubaar.

Ek rook of drink nie.

Skakel: 081 298 1613.

LOOKING FOR A JOB: I am a 34-year-old lady looking for domestic job in Walvis Bay Town / Meersig and Lagoon for 3 days a week.

I have 10 years experience and can start immediately.

I am hardworking and reliable.

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5 JANUARY 2016

Sixteen-year-old wins Bell Buoy race and Sailor of the Year in 2015 Offshore Race

Skipper Lauren Davidson and Kate Brits in action (their Hobie 16 is on the right.

Liesl Losper Sixteen-year-old skipper, Robert Glover and his teammate Elliot Oost-huizen, with a Hobie 16, surprised everybody with their achievements in this year's Offshore Race that took place at the Yacht Club in Walvis Bay. Six teams competed in the Bell Buoy race that were held on 19 December, where they took first place. In the Hobie Nationals that started on 21 and ended on 23 of December, Robert and his teammate, Elliot came second with 21 points. Stoney Buhrmann and Craig Durr came second and Lauren Davidson and Kate Britz came third. In the Dormac Offshore race that started in Walvis Bay and ended in Swakopmund, Robert and Elliot took fifth place with a time of 3:44:49. Nicolas Mabaso had to go with them on the boat to add up the weight because the weight to compete in this race must be 125/126 kg. Some of the contestants said that this year's race was tough with swells of up to 3m high. Skipper Lauren Davidson & Kate Britz took first place in this year's Dormac Offshore race in their Hobie 16 with a time of 3:35:36. The mother and daughter team, Dickie and Steffi Roland took second place with a time of 3:35:41. Matthias and Lizette Rottcher came third place with a time of 3:38:35.Skipper Uli Mackensen with his 15 year old daughter, Tanya also competed with a magnificent time of 3:39:42 with their Hobie 16. Winners on Handicap was Lauren Davidson and Kate Britz. Robert was also named Sailor of the Year. This year's Dormac Offshore race included 12 Hobie 16 boats, one Halcat and one Keelboat that competed to get the best out of the best.

Robert Glover in action

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Robert Glover and Elliot Oosthuizen with their Bell Buoy trophy

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5 JANUARY 2016

Nog 4x4 Vasbyt aksie

Foto (bo) deur Jan Theron Foto deur Morné Rust

December “Summer Spin Bash” supported by many The Yearly Spin-offs was enjoyed on 26 December by all motor sport enthusiasts. Contestants as far as South Africa competed here, Seen on the photo from the left is the BMW of Lionel Jordan, who was announced as best performer of the day.

Below is pictures of some of the other contestants.

Photo’s by Nel and Wilken van Greunen

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05 January 2015

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Sport 2015 Wesbank 4 x 4 Weskus Vasbyt - Eben en Nerina doen dit weer Send your sports news to sport@namibtimes.net

Die Algehele Wenners, Nerina en Eben Smith, met die 2015 Wesbank 4x4 Weskus Vasbyt Wisseltrofee wat hulle vir die sesde keer ingepalm het.

(Foto bygedra) Bernabé Blaauw Bernabé Blaauw

Eben en Nerina Smith het gewys dat die vorige oorwinnings nie geluk was nie nadat hulle die 2015 Wesbank 4x4 Weskus Vasbyt vir die sesde keer as Algehele Wenners verower het.

Die egpaar het nie net as die algehele wenners in “Nemo”, hulle V8 Lexus 4.3 pypkar, uit die stryd getree nie, maar het ook Klas C vir aangepaste voertuie gewen. Volgens alle aanduidinge was hierdie jaar se byeenkoms weereens deur 'n rekordgetal toeskouers bygewoon. Een van die organiseerders, Theuns van Zyl, het sy tevredenheid uitspreek oor 'n uiters suksesvolle 4x4 Vasbyt, wat verlede week Woensdag plaasgevind

het agter Duin 7. Hy het gesê die weer het heerlik saamgespeel en gesorg vir 'n wonderlike koel oggend en namiddag waar hulle nie te warm gekry nie. Sommige binnelanders sal dalk nie met hom saamstem nie nadat verskeie besoekers gesê het dat hulle baie jare laas so warm gekry het by die kus.

Daar was egter nie 'n tekort aan eet- en drinkgoed nie en volgens Theuns was die kosstalletjies goed ondersteun. Die kroegverkope was ook goed. 'n Totaal van 18 voertuie het aan die 4x4 Vasbyt deelgeneem, wat uit tien verskillende trajekte bestaan het, en ten spyte van 'n paar voertuie wat omgeval het, het die dag uiters goed afgeloop. Hy het bygevoeg dat die baan deur die lede van die Namib

Desert 4x4 Klub opgestel is om 'n uitdaging vir een en almal te wees en is bewys deur die puntestand aan die einde van die dag. Die tegniese gedeelte van die Vasbyt het elke drywer tot die uiterste getoets en in die duine het die enjins lekker gebrul. Die immer-gewilde buiteband en moddergat het die dag afgesluit met groot aksie vir die toeskouers. Hy het gesê die duisende toeskouers deur die dag het die vasbytryers goed ondersteun en dit is altyd lekker vir die vasbytryers as die toeskouers die aksie, enjingebrul en stof saam geniet. Hy het namens die Namib Desert 4x4 Klub sy dank uitgespreek aan elkeen wat die Vasbyt bygewoon en daartoe bygedra het om die dag so 'n groot sukses te maak.

Geen ongevalle is tydens die dag aangemeld nie en die toeskouers het hulself goed gedra. Die borge het die byeenkoms uitstekend ondersteun en die hoofborg hat ook aangedui dat hulle aan die einde van 2016 weer aan boord sal wees. Die volledige uitslae is soos volg: Algeheel – 1.

Eben en Nerina Smith (520), 2. Herman Jr en Nico Jr Theron (490), 3.

Otto Snyman en Rainer Kompat (470); Klas A – 1.

Ben Lange en Franko Lotters (430), 2. Floris en Floris Jr Steenkamp (340), 3. Dirk Bosman en Riaan Lotriet (330); Klas B – 1.

Chris Bruyns en Danie Theron Steenkamp (440), 2. Sakkie Oberholzer en Sakkie Lubbe (410), 3.

Theuns van Zyl en Deon Louw (400); Klas C – 1.

Eben en Nerina Smit (520), 2. Herman Jr en Nico Jr Theron (490), 3. Otto Snyman en Rainer Kompat (470).

(Links) Eben en Nerina Smith voltooi een van die taaiste trajekte van die byeenkoms in hulle pypkar, Nemo. (Meer foto’s op bladsy 15)

Die 18 voertuie wat deelgeneem het aan die Vasbyt-kompetisie.

(Foto deur Morné Rust)