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Ownership of AERTMC transferred Sharlien Tjambari

The ownership of the Arandis Emergency Response and Traffic Management Centre (AERTMC) was officially transferred to the National Road Safety Council (NRSC) last week Thursday, after the steering committee of the project, Arandis Town Council, Erongo Regional Council, and the NRSC decided to make the transfer.

During the ceremony of the formal transfer of ownership, Eugene Tendekule, the Executive Secretary of the National Road Safety Council said the transfer process have been completed and the project was

transferred in the name of the National Road Safety Council, “we can now say we now hold the title deed to the plot.”

Tendekule said, “going forward, you will realise that the catchment area of the is a little bit short, we intend to extend that, of course in consultation with all stakeholders, to cover a space of about 82 km and that would take us on the side of Usakos, it will take us closer to success in that area, the reason is, that in this space where we have camera's currently, we have started to notice movement. Remember that traffic offenses are moving violations, that is why you find traffic officers waiting for you behind the bushes because if they show themselves, you will not commit that offense there but elsewhere.

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New Police Commander for Grab-and-run drama on B2 Erongo region Rudi Bowe

The Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, appointed Commissioner Nikolaus K Kupembona as the new Erongo Police Regional Commander.

Commissioner Nikolaus K. Kupembona, former Khomas Regional Crime Coordinator is promoted from the rank of Deputy Commissioner to the rank of Commissioner, and appointed as the Erongo Police Regional Commander.

Commissioner Nikolaus K. Kupembona replaces Commissioner Andreas Nelumbu, Erongo Police Regional Commander, who is appointed as the Police Attaché to LuandaAngola, replacing now retired Commissioner Nicholas S. Endjala.

The Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force also transferred Deputy Commissioner Chrispin Mubebo from the Karas Region, and appoint him as the new Khomas Regional Crime Coordinator with Chief Inspector Nicodemus N. Mbango, a staff officer at the Otjozondjupa Crime Coordinator's office is

appointed as the Karas Regional Crime Coordinator and promoted to the rank of Deputy Commissioner.

These changes are effective from 1 June.

The Inspector General, the management, rank and file and civilian component of the Namibian Police Force congratulate all the officers and wish them well as they embark on their new assignments.

The new Erongo Police Regional Commander, Commissioner Nikolaus K. Kupembona

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Intergrade Robotics in school curriculum

Eileen van der Schyff

A case of Culpable Homicide and a case of Theft were opened after a Namib Times employee chased after a suspect with her car.

The suspect grabbed the phone of the employee after stopping to help a dog that was hit by a vehicle on the B2 Highway close to the Welcome to Walvis Bay sign on Wednesday afternoon.

The employee said she ended a phone call to the mother of the little girl whose dog got hit by the vehicle that was driving in front of her, when the suspect came up to her and grabbed her phone before running off into the direction of Kuisebmond.

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Ownership of AERTMC Continued from page 1

We have started to see a trend now of incidence moving away from the catchment area. We want to extend the project so that we can keep the entire road section under surveillance so that there would be no more movement or displacement of these offenses.”

The Chairman of the National Road Safety Council, Eliphas !Owos - ôab said NRSC is committed to this capital intensive project, “it is capital intensive, we are talking about we are talking about deploying these Intelligence Transport Systems all the way from Usakos up to Swakopmund and later to extend it even towards the port of Walvis Bay.” The Governor of the Erongo region during his acceptance remarks said, “for too long have we pondered on strategies to reduce the number of accidents on the B2 road between Usakos, Arandis, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. I am therefore very happy to the visionary Leadership of the Arandis Town Council in 2015 under the dynamic Leadership of Air Marshal, Risto Kapenda, then Mayor of the Arandis Town Council, for starting this initiative.”

It is against this background that the Namibian Government through the Arandis Town Council and the National Road Safety Council supported the development of the AERTMC center to reduce the time spend on highways when an accident occurs, provide current and on time road user information on travel condi-

Grab-and-run Continued from page 1 “I jumped into my car, found a little drive-through at the side of the road and followed a traffic officer who also saw the commotion, with my car towards Kuisebmond”.

She further explained, “Children in the area also chased the suspect on foot and showed us where he was running to.”

The traffic officer eventually caught up with the suspect who subsequently tossed the phone, which the officer picked up. The suspect got away at that stage.

“The children showed us where the suspect lives and with the help of local residents, the officer pinned the suspect down, after he [suspect] jumped a wall, and the chase ended in the street. The suspect was apprehended, handcuffed and put into the traffic officer's car”, the employee explained.

The employee said on the way to the police station, the suspect broke out of his handcuffs, and escaped from the vehicle. The traffic officer stopped to try get the suspect back into the vehicle. After a long struggle the officer shot the suspect in the leg.

The suspect again tried to escape. The suspect grabbed the officer's firearm and in the struggle, a single shot was fired which missed the officer. As the struggle progressed, the suspect pulled out a knife and the officer was faced with a knife and a firearm pointed at him. The suspect was able to point the gun at the officer pulling the trigger twice. In a fortunate turn of events for the officer the firearm jammed, preventing the shots from being fired.

The traffic officer, eventually succeeded in retrieving his firearm from the suspect. The suspect was taken to the Walvis Bay police station, from where he was taken to the Walvis Bay state hospital for medical treatment.

The injured dog was taken to a local vet, and is in a stable condition.

tions ahead to allow road users to make smarter and informed choices about how and when to travel, keeping the roads under constant surveillance, timely notification of emergency services when and where serious accidents occur.

The centre was also developed to introduce the Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) technologies which facilitate communication between the road user and the control room at AERTMC through the roadside equipment such as the CCTV camera poles using solar power, the variable message signs (VMS), which includes the tactical VMS and the speed VMS on a close circuit television along the route. This high-tech device can weigh vehicles on the move and displays electronic information signs that warn motorists of traffic hazards ahead. The centre will also support first responders to accident scenes and transport the injured to medical facilities within a shorter response time. In two of the VMS sites, there are automatic number plate recognition cameras that can recognize number plates, and the class of vehicles and can even pick up vehicle counting.

The network is covering from the Arandis Airport turn-off on the B2 highway, and it runs to about 7 kilometres outside of Arandis towards Usakos.

The Arandis Emergency and Traffic Management Centre was inaugurated on 6 December 2021 and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of International Relations and Co-operation, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is the patron of this centre.

Namibia kicks off WEF 2022 Activities Namibia kicked off her maiden journey at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting this morning convening the public and private sector with the primary purpose of promoting the country as a lucrative and viable investment destination.

Various sector-specific discussions are scheduled to serve as a platform to showcase Namibia's competitive advantages and investment opportunities in key sectors including Renewable Energy, Infrastructure, Transport & Logistics, Tourism, Agriculture, and Oil & Gas - all the while leading to the country's key message at WEF, that “Namibia is open for business”.

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Attempted murder Piquet Jacobs A case of attempted murder has been registered at the Tutaleni Police station following a shooting incident on Saturday evening. The suspect is still at large.

It is alleged that the incident was fueled by an altercation following an accident between the victim and the suspect. According to reports, the suspect rear-ended the victim's vehicle, and drove off. The victim chased after the suspect and requested him to stop, as the matter needed to be reported to the police, which is when the suspect allegedly got out of his vehicle and shot the victim in the abdomen twice before making his getaway. The victim was treated and discharged. No arrests have been made yet. Erongo police requests anyone with information regarding this matter to contact the Tutaleni Police station.

Namibia identifies Hydrogen as a strategic development vector in Africa The Embassy of Namibia in Paris organised the “Namibia Green Hydrogen Investment Forum” (NGHIF) on 18 May. This meeting, which brought together investors and players in the hydrogen sector, enabled the unveiling of opportunities in the Namibian sector and the establishment of solid partnerships with companies across the value chain to meet the needs of the African market.

By organising the NGHIF, Namibia aims to bring together strategic players in the hydrogen industry to highlight the investment opportunities in the country and the urgency of accelerating the decarbonisation of the energy system. During the forum and in response to climate issues, Namibia recalled the importance of the strategic Southern Corridor Development Initiative (SCDI) in the Karas Region. Which includes the first large-scale green hydrogen project launched during the COP26, worth $9.4 billion. The project, led by the Franco-German consortium Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, aims to produce 300 000 tonnes of pure green hydrogen and green ammonia by 2030 for local and international markets. Production will start in 2026 with a 2 gigawatt (GW) renewable energy production unit, rising to 5 GW in subsequent years, plus a 3 GW electrolysis complex.

The total cost of the project is estimated at USD 9.4 billion.

Namibia expects significant economic benefits in the long term, positioning itself as a leading distributer for southern Africa and Europe. “Namibia has all the capacity and infrastructure to forge a major plan to transform the energy sector in Africa and develop strong cooperation with the European Union,” said Obeth Kandjoze, Chairman of the Namibian National Green Hydrogen Council, speaking on a panel at the NGHIF. The NGHIF aims to position Namibia as the leading producer of green hydrogen and ammonia and to establish sustainable partnerships with all players in the sector.

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French development agency collaborates with DBN to fund economic research initiatives French development agency, Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) have signed an agreement in terms of which AFD will provide €300,000 (about N$5 020 000) in grant funding for two DBN research programmes; investigating opportunities in the fields of affordable housing and the development of Namibian women entrepreneurs. The agreement was signed by DBN CEO Martin Inkumbi, H.E. Sébastien Minot, French Ambassador to Namibia, and Bruno Deprince, AFD Regional Director for Southern Africa.

Isolation valve replacements The water management team of the Walvis Bay Municipality busy with the replacement of three isolation valves at the corner of Hidipo Hamutenya and Circumferential Road this week

Speaking about the research, Martin Inkumbi said the institution is not just a source of finance but also a knowledge bank and brains trust for development of economic activity. Although the bank may have financial and administrative capacity, development impact depends on the ability to bring the financial resource to bear in knowledgeable and effective manner. He went on to express his gratitude to AFD, French ambassador Sébastien Minot and the Republic of France. Inkumbi also explained the need for research. In terms of low-cost housing, the Bank will seek to understand market impediments to developing low-cost housing schemes, means to incentivise construction of low-cost housing schemes and appropriate financing products to individuals to purchase such properties. In the field of women entrepreneurs, is investigating dedicated finance and required support programs for women entrepreneurs. Research will strengthen DBN's impact by creating market profiles of the women segment, developing tailored products as well as understanding barriers to economic inclusiveness.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, the French ambassador to Namibia, Sébastien Minot said to be honoured to witness a new step for the Franco-

Namibian cooperation. Although AFD has been active in Namibia since 1998, it is the first time that a project will be conducted in cooperation with DBN. He is looking forward to engaging new opportunities that will strengthen the ties between the two countries. Minot insisted on France's commitment to target through cooperation essential challenges and sustainable development goals as SDG 11 on sustainable cities and communities and SDG 5 on gender equality. In 2021, the French Embassy to Namibia has initiated the Fem-Tech project was created to support and develop innovative Namibian female tech entrepreneurs As AFD counts developing the access to affordable housing and women empowerment among its strategic priorities, the delegation is excited about contributing to that new project.

Bruno Deprince, Regional Director of AFD for Southern Africa, also insists on the future of this partnership as the results of the financed studies and analysis could help developing new financial products to address the identified needs within the project. Agence Française de Développement is looking forward implementing the results while being at the side of its new partner.

(Fltr): H E Sébastien Minot, French Ambassador to Namibia, DBN CEO Martin Inkumbi, and Bruno Deprince, AFD Regional Director for Southern Africa

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Swakopmund Court Report

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Magistrate Court

Walvis Bay Court Report Azaan Shanygne Madisia (28) and Steven Junior Mulundu (22), appeared on charges of murder, defeating or obstructing the course of justice and fraud. The matter was transferred to the High Court. The accused remain in custody.

Gregory Majiedt (31), appeared on a charge of malicious damage to property. The case against the accused was withdrawn.

Erikson Shipiki (26), appeared on charges of housebreaking with intent to steal and theft and robbery. The matter was postponed to 14 June 2022. The accused remains in custody.

Micheal Maclobo (45), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The case against the accused was withdrawn.

Reja Tjivali (31), appeared on a charge of theft. The case against the accused was withdrawn.

Mc Donald Kavendji (28) and Bradley Kazepuruka (26), appeared on charges of theft from a motor vehicle which was properly locked. The matter was postponed to 29 June 2022. The accused remain in custody.

Kristofine Haikali (27), appeared on a charge of malicious damage to property. The case against the accused was withdrawn.

Titus Paulus (39), appeared on charges of reckless or negligent driving and removing vehicle from the position it came to rest. The matter was postponed to 16 May 2022. The accused is on bail.

Jeremia Heita (55), appeared on a charge of murder. The matter was postponed to 7 June 2022. The accused remains in custody.

Elmo Bezuidenhoudt (30), appeared on a charge of theft. The matter was postponed to 30 August 2022. The accused remains in custody.

Enrico Swartbooi (22), Peter Hango (22), Junior Van Wyk (22) and Markus Itana

(19), appeared on charges of robbery. The matter was postponed to 29 June 2022. The accused remain in custody.

Nekongo Johannes Nangolo (25), appeared on charges of reckless or negligent driving and failing to ascertain injuries sustained. The matter was postponed to 9 August 2022. The accused is on warning.

Timoteus Lungameni (37), was absent at his hearing on a charge of theft. The case against the accused was withdrawn.

Matheus Simon (27), appeared on a charge of driving with an excessive breath alcohol level.

The matter was postponed to 17 August 2022.

The accused is on bail.

Joseline Madona Van Wyk (25), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The matter was postponed to 10 August 2022. The accused is on warning.

Rio Hamaseb (24), appeared on a charge of arson. The matter was postponed to 30 June 2022. The accused remains in custody.

Delicia Marais (50), appeared on a charge of possession of dependence-producing substance. The matter was postponed to 29 June 2022. The accused remains in custody.

Cleophas Uugwanga (30), was absent at his hearing on a charge of theft. The accused is at large.

Deon Haraseb (29) and Quinton Tjzao (24), appeared on charges of theft. The matter was postponed to 27 June 2022. The accused remain in custody.

Ramoz Mcmaster (20) and Daniel Eichab (18), appeared on charges of robbery. The case against the accused was withdrawn.

Patric George (26), appeared on a charge of driving with an excessive breath alcohol level.

The matter was postponed to 23 June 2022. The accused remains in custody.

Laurens Nanub (47), appeared on charges of malicious damage to property and assault by threat. The matter was postponed to 18 May 2022. The accused remains in custody.

Truck fraud Piquet Jacobs A former Walvis Bay resident and his wife, are in hot water for alleged fraud and theft by false pretenses after reportedly swindling a local businessman out of N$ 257 939.36.

According to the businessman, he responded to an advert on 20 February this year, regarding a Scania truck for sale. After several conversations, he decided to make an offer. The truck, which needed refurbishment, was stationed at the Scania yard at Windhoek. The seller is said to have confessed the truck was standing at Scania for insurance purposes, and that all the necessary parts will be installed and repaired by Scania. “I asked if we could meet at Scania where the truck was stationed. He agreed that we could meet at 18:00. Upon my arrival at Scania, I asked once again if he can confirm that the truck will be refurbished as stated as stated per sales agreement. I also asked if the truck is in his or Scania's possession, and he confirmed that it is his. We have come to an agreement that I will pay a deposit upfront and pay the balance in installments over the period of 6 months. On 3 March 2022, I inquired to have all the necessary documents ready before any payments. They prepared all the documents – registration documents, police clearance, sales agreement, invoice and MDC clearance of the vehicle.

Later that afternoon we met at the Windhoek police station with all the necessary documents where both parties signed and agreed.”

Following weeks of inquiry regarding the completion of refurbishments on the truck, the buyer visited the Scania yard on numerous occasions to check on the truck, only to find no progress has been made. The suspect thereafter began doing the repairs on the truck himself, only after official business hours, which later led Scania management to ban both the suspect and the buyer from the property. The next morning the buyer contacted the Scania offices, only to be informed that the truck had been repossessed from the suspect in January and was not his to sell.

Upon further investigation of the documents, it was found that the police clearance was done without the truck physically being at the police station for normal vehicle inspection procedures.

A case of fraud and theft by false pretenses has been registered as per case number CR561/05/2022, though no arrest has been made as the suspects are currently at large.

Omari Nzeymana (32), appeared on charges of dealing in cocaine and possession of cocaine. The matter was postponed to 9 June for continuation of trial. The accused remains in custody.

Rudolph Kamapunga (24), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The matter was postponed to 5 July for continuation of trial. The accused is on bail.

Desline Gugowab (26), appeared on a charge of dealing in cocaine.

The matter was postponed to 26 October for plea and trial. The accused have been warned.

Raymond Valentine (37), appeared on a charge of harvesting marine resources with a Namibian flag vessel without authorization of a valid license. The matter was postponed to 26 September for plea and trial.

The accused is on bail.

Estig Rodney Sonn (30), appeared on a charge of theft. The matter was postponed to 4 July for plea and trial. The accused have been warned.

Robert Goerge Maletzky (43), appeared on a charge of theft of a motor vehicle. The accused is at large, and a warrant of arrest was issued.

Selma Kamati (23), appeared on a charge of culpable homicide. The matter was postponed to 21 June for legal aid. The accused have been warned.

Neddy Hansen (19), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The matter was postponed to 27 September for plea and trial. The accused is on bail.

Aralanzo Slinger (24), appeared on a charge of attempted murder. The matter was postponed to 13 October for plea and trial. The accused is on bail.

Gabriel Gabriel (37), appeared on a charge of murder. The matter was postponed to 30 June for further investigation. The accused remain in custody.

Beakin Van Staden (18), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The matter was postponed to 17 October for plea and trial. The accused is on bail.

Defney Kooper (39), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The matter was postponed to 6 July for legal aid.

The accused is on bail.

Manfred Gawases (26), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The matter was postponed to 8 June for plea and trial. The accused remains in custody.

Cheryl Antoinette Green (51), appeared on a charge of dealing in dependence-producing substances. The matter was postponed to 22 June for the record to be transcribed. The accused is on bail.

Fariala Toleo (21), appeared on charges of possession of cocaine and possession of dependence-producing substances. The accused is at large, and a warrant of arrest was issued.

Paulus Sakeus (29), appeared on eight counts of rape charges. The matter was postponed to 27 October for plea and trial. The accused remains in custody.

Linus Iyambo (28), appeared on a charge of housebreaking with intent to steal and theft. The matter was postponed to 1 December for plea and trial. The accused remains in custody.

Desmond Urikhob (29), appeared on a charge of housebreaking with intent to steal and theft. The matter was postponed to 2 August for trial.

The accused remains in custody.

Lazarus Daniel (28) and Ndilimeke Kadila (31), appeared on a charge of dealing in dangerous dependence-producing drugs. The matter was postponed to 24 November for plea and trial. Lazarus Daniel is on bail while Ndilimeke Kadila remains in custody.

Diano Bezuidenhoudt (22), appeared on a charge of dealing in dependence-producing substances. The matter was postponed to 24 November for plea and trial. The accused is on bail.

Hatutale Shipanga (25), appeared on charges of escaping before being locked up and driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor.

The matter was postponed to 2 August for legal aid. The accused is on bail.

Michelle Gebhardt (22), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The matter was postponed to 23 November for plea and trial. The accused is on bail.

Suivel Palais (33), Sergio Erasmus (23), and Convin Cloete (20), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm.

The matter was postponed to 8 August for further investigation. The accused are on bail.

Medriques Ricardo (24), appeared on a charge of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The matter was postponed to 17 November for plea and trial. The accused remains in custody.

Ronaldo Aubeb (22), appeared on a charge of robbery. The matter was postponed to 23 November for plea and trial. The accused remains in custody.

Sam Halupe (59), appeared on a charge of rape. The matter was postponed to 26 July for further investigation. The accused is on bail.

Martha Shimbonga (46), appeared on a charge of fraud. The matter was postponed to 25 July for further investigation. The accused remains in custody.

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31 MAY 2022 – WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY

Joint Release (WHO/CAN): “Tobacco causes 8 million deaths every year. Evidence released this year shows that smokers were more likely to develop severe disease with COVID-19 compared to non-smokers.” – World Health Organisation.

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Smoking may increase your risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung diseases, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

Smoking also increases risk for tuberculosis, certain eye diseases, and problems of the immune system, including rheumatoid arthritis.

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Worldwide around 780 million people say they want to quit, but only 30% of them have access to the tools that can help them do so. Together with partners, WHO will provide people with the tools and resources they need to make a successful quit attempt.

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2-12 weeks, your circulation improves, and your lung function increases.

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5 years, your stroke risk is reduced to that of a nonsmoker 5 to 15 years after quitting.

10 years, your risk of lung cancer falls to about half that of a smoker and your risk of cancer of the mouth, throat, oesophagus, bladder, cervix, and pancreas decreases.

15 years, the risk of coronary heart disease is that of a non-smoker.

Can people of all ages who have already developed smoking-related health problems still benefit from quitting?

Benefits in comparison with those who continued: At about 30: gain almost 10 years of life expectancy.

At about 40: gain 9 years of life expectancy.

At about 50: gain 6 years of life expectancy.

At about 60: gain 3 years of life expectancy.

After the onset of life-threatening disease: rapid benefit, people who quit smoking after having a heart attack reduce their chances of having another heart attack by 50%.

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Are there any other benefits to quitting smoking?

Quitting smoking reduces the chances of impotence, having difficulty getting pregnant, having premature births, babies with low birth weights and miscarriage.

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School News

27 MAY 2022

Intergrade Robotics in school curriculum Rudi Bowe

The Finnish Professor Erkki Sutinen from University of Turku and the high school as well as primary school learners at Walvis Bay are calling for the introduction of robotics in the school curriculum.

Professor Erkki Sutinen, and his university students with the Dirctor of Walvis Bay Primary School Charl Theron, teachers and learners from De Duine Secondary School and Walvis Bay Primary

In today's technology-driven world, it's crucial to prepare students for their future. Therefore it is necessary to teach robotics to young learners throughout their schooling years.

Prof. Sutinen and university students recently held a four day robotics training program at De Duine Secondary School and Walvis Bay Primary School at the harbour town.

The training program was aimed to teach the learners of the two schools how to make their own robots, to solve their problems in their communities.

Prof Sutinen said that after the government in Finland introduced Robotics as part of the curriculum in the country's schools, students and learners strived as they engendered robots to improve their daily lives.

He said that there are robots in the health care, pension welfare, manufacturing, agriculture and education sectors in Finland.

Prof Sutinen believes that Namibia can intergrades' Robotics in its educational curriculum by offering basic programs at state primary schools, then Namibians can be the pioneers over global change to education.

“By incorporating robotics in the school education, learners are encouraged to develop an interest and acquire talents that are required in this job market” Prof Sutinen said.

Computer Science Student at UNAM and a Namibian expert in Robotics Lanni Uwu-Khaeb is part of the Professor Erkki Sutinen program is imparting his knowledge to the learners.

Uwu-Khaeb a former learner at De Duine Secondary School in Walvis Bay said that many countries across the world have already recognized the importance of teaching robotics in the classroom and have created various robotics programs that can be incorporated into their educational system.“The time is now for the Namibian government to incorporate Robotics in the education curriculum”.

Uwu-Khaeb said, “With the world changing fast we as a country need to adapt and meet the standards, otherwise we will be left behind”.

“Teaching learners the basics of robotics, offers them a new world of exciting opportunities that they wouldn't have otherwise” Uwu-Khaeb said.

The learners that attended the program said that if robotics is incorporated into their educational system it will not only encourage us the learners to be creative but also think innovatively.

Charl Theron, School Director: Walvis Bay Primary School, Vesisenaho Mikko (Senior Researcher, Adjunct Professor: Jyväskylä University), Annastasia Shipepe (Lecturer: University of Namibia), Vuyelwa David Ruwodo (Chief Technology Officer: Giraffe Technologies), Lannie Uwu-khaeb (Campus Coordinator: University of Turku: Future Technology Lab), Anton van Wyk Principal: De Duine Secondary School and Professor Erkki Sutinen (Professor, Director: University of Turku: Future Technology Lab)

The impact of a semester system - less is more What exactly is a trimester, and how does it differ from a semester?

Semesters are the most widely used curricular framework in schools across the globe. The trimester is a three-part year in which teaching and learning is divided. Given the amount of time they may dedicate to school, anyone working on a trimester system may feel considerably more assured.

Which is simpler and best? Many people like the traditional semester system because it is more constant, while others prefer a school that has three shorter periods throughout the year. For learners and teachers, the easiest choice between semesters and trimesters is the one that they are most familiar with.

Trimesters are simple for a learner and teacher who has been on them their entire life, and they will like sticking to a schedule they understand.

They will continue to attend school as if nothing has changed, and they will not be concerned about what is required as their schedule shifts. Switching to semesters will cause some confusion while also reducing stress in others. The information in the preceding paragraph comes from the top 10 online colleges.

The truth is that one can argue endlessly about which is best and which is better. However, the question remains: what is the primary reason for the two semesters? Has the ministry taken into account all of the relevant stakeholders' input?

This appears to be a judgment based on Covid19's prevalence among children and educators during winter.

Our obvious conclusion could be incorrect. The issue is particularly: is it worthwhile to make a complete switch, despite the strain and stress placed on the teachers and learners?

This is just too long and anyone can see this.

Rather consider quarters as an alternative to

ensuring that schools are not hit by cluster outbreaks during the peak of Covid-19 infections as forecasted.

A survey can be conducted, and one will be surprised at how many teachers and learners are exhausted during these times. The semester system's success has been closely related to adequate time available, while others felt it overburdened them. With this new development, these two parties are experiencing an emotional roller coaster.

Of course, one could argue that this is only the first phase of the change, and that it will improve over time. We too, are change agents for the betterment of any given system or process. Unfortunately, we must state that this change has not been well thought out. Again, we might be missing something, but as leaders in school, we are directly impacted by this change. Therefore, we can confidently state that this is our experience.

Trimesters are not without their drawbacks. Shorter terms may imply a more compact teaching load during the term, as well as shorter holidays. Despite these concerns, a trimester system surely appears to be feasible and advantageous.

Please return to the trimesters. The use of trimesters is based on an old system that divides the school year for our benefit. It is tried, tested and proven.

By: Mr Charl Theron is a School Director at Walvis Bay Primary School and Ms Yolandy Theron the newly appointed Principal at U.B Dax Primary School in Arandis.

Charl and Yolandy Theron

27 MAY 2022

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REZONING, CONSENT USE AND CONSOLIDATION NOTICE

NOTICE Consent Use in terms of Swakopmund Zoning Scheme

ERF 72 MEERSIG · REZONING: SINGLE RESIDENTIAL: 1/500m² TO INSTITUTIONAL · CONSENT USE: PLACE OF INSTRUCTION (PRIVATE SCHOOL) ERF 1152 MEERSIG · CONSENT USE: PRIVATE PARKING AREA ERVEN 72 AND 73 MEERSIG · C O N S O L I D AT I O N : O N E S I N G L E CONSOLIDATED ERF Stewart Planning has been appointed, as above, and in terms of the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme and Urban and Regional Planning Act, for rezoning and consent use of erf 72 Meersig (23 Fourth Road North, Meersig) from Single Residential to Institutional to permit a Place of Instruction (Private School) and for consent use of Single Residential erf 1152 Meersig (C/O Light House Road and Fourth Road North) for a Private Parking Area to be used for “on-site” parking for staff and visitors attending the Private School on erven 72 and 73 Meersig.

Erven 72, 73 and 1152 Meersig are situated in the northern part of Meersig in a well-established predominantly low/medium density residential neighbourhood and opposite the Meersig Park.

The intention of these rezoning/consent use/consolidation applications is for permission to establish a Place of Instruction (Private School) on erf 72 Meersig – an extension to the existing Private School situated on Erf 73 Meersig (erven 72 and 73 Meersig to be consolidated together as a single consolidated erf) – and for erf 1152 Meersig to be used for “on-site” staff/visitor parking in conjunction with the Private School on erven 72 and 73 Meersig.

In the long term erven 72 and 73 Meersig will be consolidated together to create a single erf on which the Private School will be operated.

Plans/particulars of the application may be inspected at Town Planning, First Floor, Room 101, Civic Centre, Nangolo Mbumba Drive, Walvis Bay. Take note that any person that has objections to the proposed rezoning may lodge such objection, in writing, together with grounds thereof, with the Municipality of Walvis Bay: Town Planning and the applicant not later than Friday 24 June 2022.

MUNICIPALITY Manager: Town Planning Section, Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay E: town planning@walvisbaycc.org.na T: 064 201 3229

Artemis Hotel Swakopmund cc herewith intends to apply to the Swakopmund Municipal Council for consent to operate a Hotel on the premises of Erf 5364 Swakopmund, (4-6 Sam Nujoma Avenue) as provided for in terms of Clause 6 of the Swakopmund Zoning Scheme. Details of which are obtainable from the General Manager: Engineering & Planning Services.

Any person having any objection against such application should lodge such objection/s in writing and within 14 days of the last publication to the Swakopmund Municipality and the applicant, during normal business hours.

Closing date for objections or comments is: 10th June 2022.

Contact Person: MR J Kok, Cell: 064417100, Email: info@artemis.com.na or Mr. J. Heita (Manager: Town Planning) Tel: +264 (64) 4104403.

NOTICE Pektech Information Technologies cc herewith intends to apply to the Swakopmund Municipal Council for a Resident Occupation Special Consent, to operate an “administrative office’’ on the premises of Erf 9630 Swakopmund Extension 18, Auob Street as provided for in terms of Clause 6 of the Swakopmund Zoning Scheme.

Details of which are obtainable from the General Manager: Engineering & Planning Services.

Any person having any objection against such application should lodge such objection/s in writing and within 14 days of the last publication to the Swakopmund Municipality and the applicant, during normal business hours.

Closing date for objections or comments is: 17th June 2022.

APPLICANT Stewart Planning, P O Box 2095, Walvis Bay E: bruce@sp.com.na T: 064 280 770

Contact Person: M. M Pekalski, Cell: 081 462 3601, Email: info@pektech.net or Mr. J. Heita (Manager: Town Planning) Tel: +264 (64) 4104403.

BME is one of the leading manufacturers and distributors of explosive products and services to the mining industry in varies SADC countries and expanding International Operations. We pride ourselves in providing high quality explosive product s with an excellent support service to all our clients.

We are looking for competent, passionate, and results-driven individual to provide services to our clients in the following roles:

Bulk Mining Explosives Namibia: Safety Officer & Stock Controller (Based in Swakopmund) Experience • 3 years demonstrated experience as a Stock Controller • Proven experience in an Administration role • At least 3 years' experience in auditing of SHERQ management using recognized auditing techniques • Proven track record in an operational/explosives

Qualification • • • •

Grade 12 or Equivalent Degree/Diploma in SHERQ or SAMTRAC Certificate in Inventory management or warehousing Code B Driving Licence (Travelling required)

Core Responsibilities • Adequate capturing of inventory and shipping data on the system • Managing Purchase orders: Effective capturing of requisitions and purchasing orders for suppliers on AX • Cycle counts: Conduct daily inventory cycle counts • Ensure physical stock matches stock on the system • Monthly reports: (Stock write offs, stock aging reports, stock movement reports) • Compliance: Monitor compliance to stock control processes, system, and procedures • SHEQ: Ensures that all the sites meet the safety requirements as stipulated in the Minerals (Prospecting and Mining) Act and the La bour Act Nr 11 of 2007 as well as ensuring that 3rd parties comply with these regulations • Perform routine safety, health, environmental and quality inspections • Facilitate and organize mock emergency drills and continually update the emergency plans and procedures • Facilitate Hazard Identification and risk assessments and make submissions to the Operation Managers • Facilitate and coordinate SHEQ training • Responsible for incident investigation and reporting • Conduct Internal Audits on the Internal Management Systems of various sites (ISO 9001-Quality Management, ISO.14001- Environmental Management, ISO 45001-Health & Safety Management and CAIA Responsible Care) • Compile monthly SHEQ indicator reports

To apply for the above position please submit your Complete CV, Certificates, ID Copy to: Portia.Pholosi@bme.co.za If you do not hear from us within 30 days from the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful Please use the Job title as the subject of your e-mail. Closing Date: 27 May 2022

NV A OC TA I N C C I EE SS MINISTRY OF TRADE & INDUSTRY LIQUOR ACT, 1998 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO A COMMITTEE IN TERMS OF THE LIQUOR ACT, 1998 (Regulations 14, 26 & 33)

Notice is given that an application in terms of the Liquor Act, 1998, particulars of which appear below, will be made to the Magistrate of the District of: Erongo.

1. Name and postal address of applicant:Petrus Kamatoto, PO Box 7742, Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay. 2. Name of business or proposed business to which application relates: Abantu Restaurant 3. Address/location of premises to which application relates: Erf 3044, No.121, 6th Street, Municipality District of Walvis Bay. 4. Nature and details of application: Its African Traditional Restaurant were we serve food and beverages including alcohol beverages with a small bar 5. Clerk of the Court with whom application will be lodged: Walvis Bay 6. Date on which application will be lodged: 27 May 2022 Any objection or written submission in terms of section 28 in relation to the application must be sent or delivered to the Magistrate of the District, to reach the Magistrate not later than 7 days after the date on which the application is lodged.

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NOTICES NOTICE OF THE CONSENT APPLICATION IN TERMS OF THE WALVIS BAY TOWN PLANNING SCHEME CONSENT: Self Catering ON ERF NO: 101 TOWNSHIP/AREA: Dolphin Beach STREET NAME & NO: Unit 22, Atlantic Dunes, 101 Damara Tern.

In terms of the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme, notice is hereby given that I/we, the undersigned, have applied to the Walvis Bay Municipality for permission to erect/establish on the site a/an: Self Catering Unit.

Plans may be inspected or particulars of this application may be obtained at Town Planning, First Floor, Rooms 101 & 105, Civic Centre.

Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such objection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager: Roads and Building Control, (Town Planning), Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay and the applicant, in writing, not later than 10 June 2022 NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT: Coenraad & Reinette Koegelberg, PO Box 216, Henties Bay, rkoegelenberg1@gmail.com

MINISTRY OF TRADE & INDUSTRY ACT, 1998 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO A COMMITTEE IN TERMS OF THE LIQUOR ACT, 1998 (Regulations 14,26 & 33) Notice is given that an application in terms of the Liquor Act, 1998, parti-culars of which appear below, will be made to the regional Liquor Licensing Committee, Region Erongo.

1.Name and postal address of applicant: Cindy Van Staden P. O . B o x 3 1 4 4 , Swakop-mund.

2. Name of business or proposed business to which application relates: C’s Bottle Store 3. Address/location of premises to which application relates: Moses Garoeb street, Erf 4514 4. Nature and details of application: Transfer of Liquor License from FPK Investment CC to C’s Bottle Store CC. 5. Clerk of the court with whom the application will be lodged: Clerk of the Magistrate's Court, district Swakopmund.

6. Date on which the application will be lodged: 1 June 2022.

Any objection or written submission in terms of section 28 of the Act in relation to the application must be sent or delivered to the Secretary of the Committee to reach the Secretary not less than 21 days before the date of the meeting of the Committee at which the

MUNICIPALITY OF WALVIS BAY

MINISTRY OF TRADE & INDUSTRY

Notice is hereby given in terms of section 63(2)(b) of the Local Authorities Act, 1992, (Act 23/1992) as amended, that Municipality of Walvis Bay intends to lease by private transaction, a portion of land on Farm 38 to Kaptau Packaging.

ACT, 1998 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO A COMMITTEE IN TERMS OF THE LIQUOR ACT, 1998

DESCRIPTION Portion of land on Farm 38 AREA 30,000m2 ZONING Undetermined PURCHASE PRICE N$ 23,400 /month N$ 3,960.00 (VAT) Full particulars pertaining to the lease will lie for inspection by interested persons until 10 June 2022 at room 27, Municipal Offices, Kuisebmond.

For more information, contact Jack Manale at 064 -2013338 during office hours.

Any objections to the proposed lease may be lodged in writing together with grounds thereof, to the Manager: Housing and Properties at the above address or to P/Bag 5017, Walvis Bay, on or before 17 June 2022 at 12h00.

Jack Manale Manager: Housing & Properties Tel (064) 201 3338 jmanale@walvisbaycc. org.na

(Regulations 14,26 & 33) Notice is given that an application in terms of the Liquor Act, 1998, particulars of which appear below, will be made to the regional Liquor Licensing Committee, Region Erongo.

1.Name and postal address of applicant: Petrus Hangula P.O. Box 4 2 6 7 V i n e t a , Swakopmund.

2. Name of business or proposed business to which application relates: J.J Bar 3. Address/location of premises to which application relates: Erf 3738, Waterburg street, Tu l i n a w a l o c a t i o n , Swakopmund.

4. Nature and details of application: Application for a special Liquor Licence.

5. Clerk of the court with whom the application will be lodged: Clerk of the Magistrate's Court, district Swakopmund.

6. Date on which the application will be lodged: 27 May 2022.

7. Date of meeting of committee at which application will be heard 13 July 2022.

Any objection or written submission in terms of section 28 of the Act in relation to the application must be sent or delivered to the Secretary of the Committee to reach the Secretary not less than 21 days before the date of the meeting of the Committee at which the application will be heard.

NOTICE OF THE CONSENT APPLICATION IN TERMS OF THE WALVIS BAY TOWN PLANNING SCHEME

NOTICE OF THE CONSENT APPLICATION IN TERMS OF THE WALVIS BAY TOWN PLANNING SCHEME

CONSENT: Scrap Yard ON ERF NO: 4616 TOWNSHIP/AREA: Walvis Bay Extension 1, Light Industrial Area STREET NAME & NO: Sam Nujoma Avenue

CONSENT: Accommodation Establishment - Self Catering ON ERF NO: 93 TOWNSHIP/AREA: Meersig STREET NAME & NO: 25 First Road Meersig, Walvis Bay

In terms of the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme, notice is hereby given that I/we, the undersigned, have applied to the Walvis Bay Municipality for permission to erect/establish on the site a/an: Scrap Metal Recycling and Flame Cutting Activities

In terms of the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme, notice is hereby given that I/we, the undersigned, have applied to the Walvis Bay Municipality for permission to erect/establish on the site a/an: Self-Catering Accommodation

Plans may be inspected or particulars of this application may be obtained at Town Planning, First Floor, Rooms 101 & 105, Civic Centre.

Plans may be inspected or particulars of this application may be obtained at Town Planning, First Floor, Rooms 101 & 105, Civic Centre.

Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such objection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager: Roads and Building Control, (Town Planning), Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay and the applicant, in writing, not later than 3 June 2022.

Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such objection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager: Roads and Building Control, (Town Planning), Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay and the applicant, in writing, not later than 17 June 2022

NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT: Kontinental Industrial Products (Pty) Ltd, 139 Jan Jonker Road, PO Box 10280, Windhoek, Namibia, email: raj@kontinentalip.com

NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT: Maret Malan, PO Box 2494, Walvis Bay, email: maretmalan@gmail.com.

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Narraville Primary School News On 1 April, Mr J Sheyavali along with Ms Nakashole, a group of teachers and select learners from Grade 7 went to the World Skills Competition that was in Swakopmund.

4-8 April, the school ran a week-long campaign to combat the increasing cases of bullying among learners. The campaign was run by Ms F Mouton where a drama was presented that portrayed the don't and the action to be taken in case of bullying and was a success.

The week that followed in light of the upcoming Easter weekend there was a play about the true meaning of Easter and that learners realize that Easter means more than just bunnies and chocolate.

On 9 May, the newly elected LRCs of Narraville Primary School for 2022 had their oath taking ceremony as well as the handing over of badges. The headboy and headgirl were announced along with their deputies. Headboy is Warne-Lee Losper; Deputy Headboy is Izando Isaaks; Headgirl is Jordin Van Rooi and Deputy Headgirl is Angelica Nyemwatya.

On 11 May, NAMPOL paid our school their annual visit to alert the learners of the growing problem in our community of drug and alcohol abuse along with bringing awareness to matters such as child abuse and sexual abuse. They encouraged learners to report any suspicious behaviour pertaining to the matters they discussed.

Coastal Drug Awareness Campaign (CODAC) Group also visited the school on 13 May to bring the problem of drug use among teen and school going children under the attention of the learners. They sternly spoke to the learners about associating with people that will use them as distributors for the illicit substances and the dangers that are coupled with the use of these dangerous drugs.

On 11 May, the school celebrated and showed immense appreciation for our Schoolboard Chairperson, Pastor Mark Beukes by presenting him with a portrait.

McClunes Transport donated approximately 30 pairs of school shoes to needy learners on 18 May and PEP stores donated sanitary products to the school on 19 May for the girls that are in need of them. The school is very grateful and humbled by the care and love that is shown by the community in the effort to help needy learners.

On 29 April, the school had a Crazy Hat casual day as well as sales of cakes and sweets in a fundraising effort to help the school financially and this was a roaring success.

Lastly at the end of every month the school has a draw where a child that has worn casual clothes continuously throughout the month is placed in the draw and can win a small token of appreciation from the school for their unwavering support.

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Classifieds E-MAIL: smalls@namibtimes.net OR swk@namibtimes.net

CLOSING TIME: 10:00 day prior to publication

OPENING

SERVICES

TRADITIONAL

PROPERTIES FOR SALE

PROPERTIES TO RENT

SWAKOPMUND FLORA NURSERY OPENING Monday, 23 May 2022 at 09h30 - 17h30 Sam Nujoma Ave Contact H. Klose: 081 479 1851

SMN DRIVING SCHOOL

TRADITIONAL DOCTOR: Dr. S Jeke (The Best). Bad Luck Luck Muti - Love Problems - Marriage to keep your lover just for yourself - Work problems Promotions - To get tenders and to boost your business - People don’t want to pay you back Pregnancy Problems Protection of Farms, Houses, Cars and Animals - Sexual transmitted sickness - all sickness Asthma, BP - Remove tokoloshi from bodies, houses - Men’s power sexuality - Spiritual doctors in need of more spiritual powers, etc.

House Nr.(79) 3191D. Johanna Benson Street Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay. Cell: 081 303 3149

FOR SALE: Complex of flats for sale.

Amitist Crescent Street, Kuisebmond. x6 One bedroom flats with good rental income of ± N$16,000.00 Price including cost N$1.3 million.

Call for viewing please contact: 0812409800 / 081 374 0053

TO RENT: Walvis Bay, Narraville Sun Valley.

2 bedroom house available 01 June 2022, BIS & BIC open plan kitchen to sitting room, single garage, boundary wall.

N$ 6 500.00 p/m W/E included.

Contact: 081 229 0899 / 081 581 3433

SERVICES THE HONEY POT SEWING CENTRE Tel: 202818 Walvis Bay. Expert service in general tailoring One day alterations, Duvet Covers, Curtains, Wedding Dresses and others.

OFFICE & HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE REMOVAL SPECIALISTS Namibia - South Africa Household & Office.

Mobile: +264814093522 email: nktransportnam @gmail.com WE RUN ERRANDS!!!!

Walvis Bay Dry Cleaning Pick up and Drop Off Documentation Delivery Package and Post Office Services Lunch Delivery, Pick up forgotten items Messenger and Courier Services Only in Walvis Bay Food Pick Up from all restaurants CALL OR TEXT Contact: 081 2017 834 Honey Pot Sewing Centre We are tailors qualified to do the following: * Adjustment of any clothes, curtains, table clothes, bed sheets. * We are also able to make clothes according to your design.

Tel: 064 202 818

Accounting Services at affordable prices.

We specialize in the following: Monthly bookkeeping/ full accounting: VAT Audits/ VAT + imports/ Paye/ Salaries/ IRP5's/ Month-ends/ Management Acc’s/ Income Tax, Provisional Tax/ CC Registration, Cash Flow reports, Business plans. Keep your records and taxes up to date and contact us for all your accounting needs on: 081 333 5230 or visit our website on www.sraccountingservic es.com

1 Hour N$ 120.00 2weeks course: N$ 1600.00 3weeks course: N$ 2400.00 Unlimited course (1 month) N$ 3500.00 Natis Test N$ 400.00 081 861 6500

Call us today for bookings

AUCTION GERRY'S AUCTION We buy & sell furniture, tools etc You “park” we sell. We advertise on social media on your behalf to get the best prices for your goods.

Contact us at 61 Einstein street, Swakopmund.

085 601 9662

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

Walvis Bay & Swakopmund.

Cell: 081 201 7887 NYASA HERBALS AFRICAN CLINIC Dr Banda 081 740 7321 Specialist in various forms of African Traditional healing, spells, spiritual healing solutions to assist you with any challenges you might be facing. reconciliation with lost love (lover) Attract the right man or woman for love & marriage Strong lucky charms for work & promotion Get the job of your choice & qualification (you will be the favorite candidate amongst all short listed Win tenders, get loans approved, start your own business & attract customers/clients Healing chronic diseases such as epilepsy, asthma, high blood pressure, sugar diabetes and more. Using purely organic herbs.

Indegenous Southern African mixtures & ancient healing methodologies, will also assist you with lifestyle habits changes to deal with addiction & weight loss Guguda - men enlargement in 3 sizes, medium, large & extra large, with proven results & testimonies Prayers, healing, fortune telling, dream interpretations.

Finance, pregnancies & more

Visit him in town, next to Choppies Supermarket Call, text, WhatsApp: 081 740 7321

MAMA SINDI A well known South African female doctor Sangoma from Kwazulu natal (Durban) is here to heal, treat and solve your problems. Lost lovers will be back to you, women problems, work, lucky charms, protection and many more. Located Lagoon, Walvis Bay. Mama Sindi 081 327 4512 Traditional Doctor Moyo Tired of running up and down, going everywhere but not achieving your real goals, here is your doctor to prove everything for you. He helps with different types of problems such as court cases, love affairs, marriage problems, weak erections which is unable to satisfy your woman, vagina tightness for man to feel always attracted to you house problems, all types of transmitted sickness, high blood pressure, asthma, headaches, chest pains, chasing of bad luck spirits, job problems, stop lover from cheating you [man or woman] Business improvements, all types of good luck. pregnancy problems, have protected life, never give up your life, your doctor is here to cleanse and lift you up. Come at 471 Mandume Ya Ndemufayo Street Mondesa Swakopmund or call: Doctor Moyo 081 339 5913

DR KAMUZU Traditional doctor newly arrived. Pay after success.

Lost lovers, marriages, diseases, man power.

Finance, unfinished jobs.

Protection now in Walvis Bay and in Swakopmund on request. 081 777 4547

DR ABU YAKEN DR LOVE Dealing with only love problems, Expert in lost lovers, Marriage problems....

Call love line 081 862 1832

SMALL BUSINESS FOR SALE

Picture Framing Tel: 064 – 462687 (mornings only)

PROPERTIES TO RENT WALVIS BAY TO RENT: Two Bedroom flat Nr 4 - Spacious and sunny two bedroom with both en-suite bathrooms. Lots of BIC, open plan kitchen, sitting room. Stove.Big outside braai with seating.

Alarm. Remote garage door.

Prepaid electricity. Sorry –No pets. Pensioners friendly. No municipal water deposit.

NS 6500.00 p/m plus deposit Available Immediately.

Cell: 081 250 4694 Walvis Bay To Rent: Two Bedroom flat at Block of Flats. Nr 7 Duplex - Sunny two bedroom, BIC. Bathroom, open plan kitchen & sitting room.

Stove. Single garage.

Prepaid elect. Municipal water. Sorry – NO pets.

NS5500.00 p/m plus deposit. Available immediately.

Contact: 081 250 4694 Walvis Bay To Rent: Two Bedroom flat at Block of Flats. Nr 2 Sunny one bedroom, BIC. Bathroom, kitchen with stove and spacious sitting room. Single garage.

Prepaid elect. Municipal water. Sorry – NO pets.

N$ 4600.00 p/m plus deposit. Available 1st July.

Contact: 081 250 4694 TO RENT: 1 x one bedroom flat, open plan kitchen, toilet & shower. BIC in kitchen & bedroom. W & E included.

Monthly payment N$ 3 500 p/m Single person.

Available immediately.

Contact: 081 422 6042

TO RENT: Kabeljou Street, Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay. One bedroom flat with open plan kitchen and sitting room with private bathroom, in a very need and secured area. No garage. Ideal for a single new starter. N$3 700 p/m including W & E. No Deposit needed. Available immediately.

Contact: 081 127 8229 TO RENT: Bachelors flat available for rent immediately in Kuisebmond, James Brown Street. N$ 2000 per month excluding water & electricity Pre-paid.

N$ 2000 deposit payable.

Please contact 0813740053 / 0811294458 TO RENT NARRAVILLE: Large newly renovated bachelor flat with own private court yard.

Private braai, BIC, W & E included. Free Wifi. Namib Street, House nr.43, Narraville, Walvis Bay. Price: N$3 000 p/m. No deposit required. Available from 1 June 2022.

Contact: 081 428 2363.

TO RENT: Amehst Crescent Street, Kuisebmond. Container house for rent. Available 1 June 2022. Maxium 2 people. Rent: N$3 000 W & E included Dep: N$1 000.

Contact: 081 240 9800 TO RENT: Ocean View, Swakopmund Open plan flat available from 01 June 2022 - 30 November 2022 with BIC N$ 3 000.00 p/m single person N$ 3 500.00 sharing, Water and electricity included.

N$ 1 000.00 deposit, flat is Semi furnished.

Contact for viewing: 081 289 3575 Flat to rent: Central Walvis Bay Spacious 1 bedroom flat with separate living area.

Built in stove and built in cupboards with single garage, with bath. Security with remote to enter.

Monthly: N$ 4300.00 Deposit: N$ 4300.00 (Payable in 1 instalment) No pets allowed Contact Ultra Travel Properties, office hours 08H00 – 17H00: Landline: 064207997 Cell phone: 0811297997

VACANCIES VACANCIES Repair & Service Technicians Attending to internal & external service & repair jobs, whether electrical or mechanical; Install and commission a large variety of new industrial machines & equipment, incl. cranes; Analyse & repair electrical & mechanical faults; Minimum requirements: · Grade 12 qualification or higher · mechanical and electrical and / or electronic background or diploma advisable · experience in the designated field is of advantage but newcomers eager to learn and advance in an interesting and challenging field of work are also welcome · full computer literacy Interested applicants, who consider themselves fully qualified for the advertised position, should please post, hand-deliver or email their neat and comprehensive CV's with legible copy of ID and proof of qualifications to: The Manager (Tel: 064 203415) HÜSTER MACHINETOOL CO. (PTY) Ltd.; WALVIS BAY Branch Box 637, Walvis Bay 108 Hage Geingob Street, Walvis Bay. hmt.wby@huster.com.na

Closing Date: 30 June 2022

WANTED BEST CASH PRICES PAID ON THE SPOT FOR ALL KINDS OF YOUR GOLD RINGS BANGLES, CHAINS COINS, ETC EVEN FOR THE BROKEN ONES WE ALSO BUY CUT DIAMONDS Please visit DESERT JEWELER & CURIOS Prior calls are essential Cell: 081 408 1550 We have moved to 85 Hage Geingob str Walvis Bay OPPOSITE International School of Walvis Bay *** If you don’t want to sell your items, YOU CAN PAWN your gold and diamond jewellery or even a car

VACANCY: FAME STONE DISTRIBUTORS CC, KARIBIB, NAMIBIA. Position: A suitable candidate for inspecting raw dimension stone blocks and guaranteeing sales of same to an EU company / Companies.

The successful candidate must have: - An exclusive agreement in place with at least one European company.

- The capability to buy material of a minimum of N$ 650 000.00 per month.

- A proven track record of previous sales to EU / Italy in terms of proof of incoming payments from his / her existing EU contracts.

- At least a BSc Degree in Engineering - A minimum of 15 years experience in mining / quarrying.

- A minimum of 15 years of proven track record in sales / export of dimension stone from Africa to EU, with annual sales of a minimum of N$ 5 000 000.00 - The ability to unrestrictedly reside and / or travel to any EU country as well as extensively travel in the Sub Saharan region (access to the Schengen area is crucial).

- Proven experience in logistics, and shipping and clearing procedures.

- A valid international driving licence (having his / her own mode of transport is essential).

Remuneration for this position is strictly commission based, i.e. no fixed salary, Commission will be negotiated depending on targets and the success of reaching same.

Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Applications & supporting documentation can be submitted to Fame Stone Distributors at e-mail address: famedist@iway.na The closing date 10 June 2022 at 17:00

TO HIRE CONTAINERS TO BUY / RENT and storage yard in Swakopmund with 24/7 access.

Office or ablution alterations.

Cowboys.

064 418 150 or 081 146 4770

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Classifieds E-MAIL: smalls@namibtimes.net OR swk@namibtimes.net

JOBS WANTED JOB WANTED: I am a 33 year old lady looking for domestic work / housekeeping in Swakopmund or Long Beach from Monday to Friday.

I am hardworking and trustworthy. Available to start immediately.

Contact: 081 405 4216 JOB WANTED: 22-year- old lady looking for any job available in Walvis Bay. Have experience in Housekeeping & babysitting. I’m available immediately.

Contact: 081 672 1958.

JOB WANTED: 32-year-old lady looking for domestic work in Walvis Bay I am hardworking and self reliable.

Call: 081 688 8257.

JOB WANTED: 34-year-old lady looking for domestic

work in Walvis Bay I am hardworking and self reliable. Have reference & experience for 2 yers. Call: 081 220 4205.

JOB WANTED: 36-year-old lady looking for domestic work can start anyday. Can take good care of children. Has gr.12. Can help with homework. Very neat, punctual and honest.

Contact: 081 205 3373.

JOB WANTED: Two ladies are looking for domestic work for the whole week or three days a week in Walvis Bay. Contact: 081 617 2551 & 081 593 3921.

WERK GESOEK: Ek is 40-jarige dame opsoek na huiswerk, wasgoed doen, klere stryk vir 3 dae per week wees Maandag, Woensdag en Vrydag. Kontak Isabella by 081 236 2749/ 081 302 4295.

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16 NAMIB TIMES

27 MAY 2022

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Send your sports news to journalist5@namibtimes.net Swakopmund hosts AUSC Region 5 Committee meeting Sharlien Tjambari

The under 19 Netball team of Pro-Ed Academy in Swakopmund

Erongo schools victorious Rudi Bowe

The under 19 teams of Walvis Bay Private High School (WBPHS) and Pro-Ed Academy in Swakopmund was victorious at the first round of games at the Capricorn Group Schools Netball league last Saturday 21 May in Windhoek.

WBPHS beat A Shipena 25-18 in their first game of the day, won their second game 26-8 against Educate and beat JG van der Walt 38-6 whilst ProEd Academy beat Windhoek High School 32-26, Ella du Plessis 25-22 and Okahandja 42-20.

The Capricorn Group Schools Netball League commenced again after two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic and restrictions on sports.

Mrs Marlize Horn, Group Executive and Brand & Corporate Affairs from Capricorn Group, emphasised the group's stance on supporting sport codes in Namibia.

“Our focus as Capricorn Group is to be connectors of positive change, and by sponsoring this national netball league, we provide a platform for netball teams from across Namibia to compete on a national level​. This ensures that netball as a school sport continues to grow and develop​," Mrs Horn said.

A total of 16 schools, 47 teams with around 450 players ranging from age groups U/12 to U/19 will compete for the national title of the Capricorn Group Schools Netball League 2022 winners in their respective age groups.

The games that commenced on 20 May in Windhoek will continue throughout the months of June, July and August 2022 in Swakopmund and

Otjiwarongo with the play-offs slated for 19 and 20 August in Windhoek.

Namibia Schools Sports Union (NSSU) national coordinator, Mr Solly Duiker thanked Capricorn Group for its contribution to school sports and was especially pleased with the sponsorship towards women's sports.

Liezel Garbers, chairperson of the Capricorn Group Schools Netball League said, “We want to extend our sincerest gratitude towards Marlize Horn and the Capricorn Group for the continued support to netball in Namibia.

“Thank you for realizing the importance of netball in the lives of many young girls in Namibia and the role sport plays in the lives of young people to help build character”.

The under 19 results of the opening days games were: Windhoek Gymnasium (WG) 32-2 Edugate, Windhoek Afrikaanse Privaate Skool (WAP) 25-10 Moria, Walvis Bay Private High School (WBPHS) 25-18 A Shipena; Pro-Ed Academy 32-26 Windhoek High School (WHS); Pro-Ed 25-22 Ella du Plessis; WG 43-13 Moria; WBPHS 26-8 Edugate; WAP 2810 Okahandja; WBPHS 38-6 JG van der Walt; A Shipena 22-12 Moria; WHS 29-13 Edugate; Pro-Ed 42-20 Okahandja.

The 1st African Union Sport Council (AUSC) Region 5 Executive Committee Meeting for 2022 aimed at using sport to achieve peace, integration, and unity was officially opened yesterday, 19 May in Swakopmund.

In his welcoming remarks, the Governor of the Erongo region said this type of meetings provides a platform for all member states to get an update about the affairs of the region and gets to share notes on how other member countries are implementing the agreed sports development programs.

The meeting is attended by five member states, namely-Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.

The Chairman of AUSC Region 5 Executive Committee, Imon Moreetsi Bogosi said this meeting should serve as the point of a convention used to assess the extent to which the strategy of the region as approved by the council of ministers is being implemented in all member countries to guarantee a trajectory of excellence and attainment of agreed social outcomes.

According to Bogosi, delegates are expected to be addressing fundamental issues that drive the entire region.

The Minister of Sports, Youth and National Service, Agnes Tjongarero said: “For years, this Region has been talking about the need to improve standards of its programmes and activities. Such programmes as Podium Performance Programme, Region 5 Youth Games, Regional Annual Sports Awards, Regional Marathon, Women Leadership Programme and Confederations Assistance Programme need to be renewed and heightened attention by all member countries.”

Tjongarero further said, “These are our African solutions to African sporting challenges. Let us invest our energy and resources towards capitalisation and strengthening of these initiatives. As Council of Ministers, we are eager to see accelerated progress towards operationalizing the Organisational Reengineering model that we approved on 4th December 2020. We need to see quickened steps in implementing this model for the transformation of our sport.”

According to Tjongarero, the region needs to unite in attracting investment in sport through hosting major events such as competitions, conferences, and symposiums. Namibia and Botswana have joined hands to present a joint bid to host the 2027 Football Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The AUSC Region 5 Executive Committee Members

SWAKOPMUND ROAD CLOSURE 28 May 2022 Standard Bank Annual Betterball Read Full story on facebook The Winners of the Standard Bank Annual Betterball are fltr: George Murasiki (RGC Cpt); Wayne Hart; Borge Romero; Lynette Swarts (Std Bank Rep); Willie van Zyl; Kevin Wentzel

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The event will take place at 13h00-19h00.

Hidipo Hamutenya Street will be CLOSED at the Stop Street by the Prison and by the Stop Street that turns into Dusch street.

Start and Finish is at the Stop Street situated at Cycles4u.