28 march namib times e-edition

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SERVING THE COASTAL COMMUNITY SINCE 1958 NO 7109 FRIDAY

Namibia's First Female President Takes the Helm

N$300 million Damage in Walvis Bay's Infrastructure

The recent heavy rains have left Walvis Bay's infrastructureseverelydamaged,withroadsandsewersystems bearingthebruntofthedestruction.

The Municipality of WalvisBayhasprovided insight into the extent of the damage, financial implications,andtheongoing efforts to restore affectedareas.

According to Anita Kaihiva, Acting Public Relations & Customer Service ManageroftheWalvisBay Municipality,prelimi-

nary assessments indicate that damage to roads and sewer infrastructure alone is estimated between N$ 200 millionandN$300million.Whilethesefigures are subject to further evaluation, they highlight the severe impact therainshavehadonthe town's already fragile infrastructure In response to immediate

concerns, the municipality has allocated approximatelyN$400 000 for emergency dewatering and temporaryroadrepairs. Meanwhile, procurement processes are underway to facilitate additional repairs as assessmentscontinue. Looking at long-term rehabilitation, the Continues on page 2

Seventy-two-year-old Netumbo NandiNdaitwah was sworn in on Friday, 21 March, as the first female and fifth presidentofNamibiaataceremonythat coincided with Namibia's 35th anniversaryofindependence.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah assumed office, succeeding outgoing President Nangolo Mbumba, who had taken over power following the death of formerPresidentHageGeingobin2024.

The swearing in of President Netumbo NandiNdaitwah, nicknamed NNN, marks a historic momentnotonlyforthecountry,butfortheAfrican continent,asshebecomesonlythesecondwomanin Africa to be directly elected as head of state. NNN securedvictoryintheNovember2024electionwith 58% of the vote, continuing the dominance of the South WestAfrica People's Organisation (Swapo), whichhasruledsinceNamibiagainedindependence in 1990. Her leadership will be seen as a test for gender equality in Namibia and acrossAfrica. As

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Plaatjie Not Guilty, Acquitted

TheSwakopmundMunicipality'sCorporateServicesManager,MrAndrePlaatjiewasfoundnotguiltyandacquitted oncorruptionchargeslastThursday.

Plaatjie and his co-accused Precious Kasika (former Swakopmund municipality traffic officer)appearedinthe regional court at Swakopmund and were both found not guilty onallcharges.Theduo stood accused of corruptly using office or position for gratification, conspiracy to commit an act of cor-

ruption and obstructing the course of justice, following a controversial vehicle accident scenario.

No on-scene breathalysertest…

The case dates to 25 June 2016 at around 22:45 the evening whenavehicleaccident occurred in Kamho Street kopmund. Plaatjie,

driver of one of the vehicles involved in the accident, was alleged to have been driving under the influenceofalcoholandtravelling at high speed. Allegedly, as per reports and an official report by the Anti-

Walvis Bay Residents and Municipality Unite to Support Road Restoration Efforts

Three Shacks Gutted by Fire

ErongoRED Launches New Fleet of Vehicles

Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

Eileen van der Schyff

Rudi Bowe

Marshallino Beukes

Namibia's First Female

she takes office, Nandi-Ndaitwah faces high rates of unemployment, inequality and poverty In her inauguralspeech,Nandi-Ndaitwahhaspledgedto address these issues through, in tackling poverty and unemployment. “It's not going to be business as usual.” Nandi-Ndaitwah acknowledged her historic election but also said that Namibians elected her for her competence and merit. She added that while the country has seen progress since independence, “there's a lot that needs to be done.”NNNsaid,"Thetaskfacingme,asthefifth presidentoftheRepublicofNamibia,istopreserve the gains of our independence on all fronts and to ensurethattheunfinishedagendaofeconomicand social advancement of our people is carried forward with vigor and determination to bring aboutsharedbalancedprosperityforall.Shestated that she optimistic that, as a nation, we can make ourcountryasuccess.“Wemustworktogetherasa united people with one heart and one mind. I, therefore, stand before you today with profound gratitude and a deep sense of responsibility towards the people of Namibia who placed their trustinmebyelectingme,asthefifthPresidentof the Republic of Namibia to lead this great nation for the next five years.” According to NandiNdaitwah, the development of any country dependsonthequalityofitshumanresources.“To

thisend,educationandtrainingwillcontinuetobea priority to ensure that we develop technical and managerialskillsandworkethicsthatarerequired in the labour market, to efficiently and effectively managetheeconomyandcreatethenecessaryjobs. We will, therefore, promote continuous improvement of our education system from preprimary, primary, secondary, tertiary as well as vocational levels.” She added that in addition, access to quality health care is a right that all Namibianpeopleshouldenjoy,irrespectiveoftheir economic and social status. “We will ensure the implementation of the Comprehensive Universal HealthCoveragetoserveallNamibiansinallparts ofourcountry Nandi-Ndaitwahstatedthatshehas been an advocate for equality between men and women. I believe that it is not good for society to underplay the role that one segment of the population can play in the social, political and economicfabricofsociety “Wemayallknowthat equality between women and men and the empowerment of women is work in progress all over the world. However, in Namibia, we have made good progress, but still, a lot remain to be done,” the president explained. Nandi-Ndaitwah stated,“asPresidentofmycountry,Iwillencourage women from all walks of life to stand up to be counted,withaclearunderstandingthat,Iwasnot electedbecauseIamawoman,butonmerit.”

N$300 million Damage

municipalitytypicallybudgetsN$20millionannually for routine road maintenance and around N$50millionforroadrehabilitation. However, giventheextensivedamagecausedbytherecent flash floods, efforts are being made to secure additional funding from the Road Fund Administration (RFA) and RoadAuthority (RA) tosupplementtheseexistingbudgets. “Therains have not only impacted roads but have also causedsignificantstrainonthesewersystem.

Many residents opened manholes to drain rainwater, inadvertently overloading the sewer network,”Kaihivaexplained.Thishasledtomassive sandaccumulation,whichposesaseriousriskto pumps, valves, and other essential infrastructure by increasing blockages and potential system failures.

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To mitigate the extensive damage, the municipalityhasengagedtheMinistryofUrbanandRuralDevelopment,RFA,andRA,withsiteassessments currently underway to determine the full scope of necessary repairs and funding requirement. The municipality has emphasised a structuredapproach,focusingonimmediate,mediumterm,andlong-termprocurementstrategies.

Further details will be provided once consultationswithkeystakeholdersarecompleted.

“The Municipality of Walvis Bay remains committed to restoring and improving the town's infrastructuretoensurethesafetyandwell-beingof all residents. We urge the community to remain patient as we work diligently to address these challengesandimplementsustainablesolutions,” Kaihivaconcluded.

Plaatjie Not Guilty

accident occurred, a female traffic officer (Kasika)arrivedatthe accidentscenewithan official municipal traffic vehicle. Kasika supposedly did not submit Plaatjie to a breathalyser test on the accident scene but transported him and a female passenger, who was accompanyingPlaatjieinthe vehicle,awayfromthe accident scene to the Swakopmund municipality office, complimentsoftheofficial traffic vehicle. It was further stated that the driver of the other vehicle, Rainer Becker had submitted himself to an alcohol breathalyser test on the scene, but apparently it was not performed. Becker was travelling with his family As per the report Becker and his family all sustained minorinjuries,further indicating that the attending officer (Kasika) “did not ascertain the nature and extentoftheirinjuries or damage to their vehicle, nor did she conductabreathalyser testonthedriver.”

Cover-up?…

Plaatjie's alcohol levels were allegedly tested at the traffic department's Swakopmund municipal office, displaying a reading of 0 90mg/ 1000ml(morethanthe legal limit). At this time, they were apparently joined by another person, Tertius Du Toit. The report states that an error on the documentation of Plaatjies's test allegedlycausedtheprintout to be torn up. Apparently, Du Toit was then tested, and his reading gave a zero-alcohol reading. Plaatjie's particulars were then again submitted onto the machine and an entry in the incident report book, indicating that Plaatjie tested

0.10mg/ 1000ml on a machine, but listed another testing device, instead of writing the correct reading which was0.90mg/1000mlon the correct device, was allegedly made. “The 0.10mgresultsherecorded for that particular devicecouldalsonotbe found on that device,” as per the ACC report, continuing that “All the relevantdocuments(the new operator affidavits and breathalyser result) were given to the first accused (Kasika) in order to arrest Plaatjie, since she was the first officer on the accident scene.”Kasikahowever (allegedly) refused to arrestPlaatjieandapparently said that she will take responsibility for any consequences that may arise, the report furtherstates.Reporting on the incident (4 February2019),intheir intro-paragraph, a daily National newspaper wrote,“Inwhatappears

to be an elaborate scam to protect a driver over the legal limit, another allegedly took his breathalyser test, the ACCsays.”

No disciplinary hearing…

Meanwhile, Namib Times has been reporting on the fact that Mr Plaatjie, until date, apparently never was submitted to an internal disciplinary hearing at theSwakopmundMunicipality after his arrest during 2019 and subsequent posting of bail.

Other municipality employees accused of lesser misconducts in recent years and until date, had and must face disciplinary hearings,

subsequently being suspended or fired, reliablesourceswithin the Swakopmund Municipality told Namib Times The Swakopmund Municipalityisyettorespond onquestionsregarding thisissue.

Ex- (axed) municipal traffic officer cries foul… Namib Times this week contacted a former Swakopmund Municipality traffic officer who was arrested on an anti-corruption charge (pendingcase)during2021 and subsequently lost his job at the said municipality According to him he was immediately submitted to an internal disciplinary hearing, afterhepostedbail,by his then employer (Swakopmund Municipality). Whitin approximately two weeks after the hearing,wherewithhewas apparently informed

that they (municipality) are internally investigating the scenario, he was discharged from his job, although he was not foundguiltyofanycriminal offence at the time,hesays.“Doesn't our law and constitution read, innocent untilprovenguiltyina courtoflaw?”theaxed traffic officer wants to know “The question is,whatmakesmycase different from Plaatjies's? What applies to one must also apply to the other,” the aggrieved ex-traffic officer fumed.

Pictures: Archive (Additional Source: Namibian Sun)

The Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah with her newly elected cabinet. Article on page 8

Farewell to a Pillar of Walvis Bay

Remembering

Melanie van Wyk

TheWalvisBaycommunityismourningthelossofabelovedresident,businesswoman,andevent organiser,MelanievanWyk,whopassedawayattheageof59. Shewouldhavecelebratedher 60thbirthdayon5May.

As the co-founder and owner of Spot-On Liquor & Grocery Store, Melanie was known for her hard work, motivation, and determination. Sheneverbackeddownfroma challengeandwasalwayswillingto help others According to her daughters, Lizane Thiersen, Mercia vanWykandNatashavanWyk,their mother's difficult life experiences fueledherdeterminationtostandon her own two feet and build a successfulbusiness.Beyondherrole as a businesswoman, Melanie was also a talented event organiser She found immense joy in planning and executing events, always taking prideinseeingherhardworkcometo lifeinasuccessfulfunction.Butaboveall,Melaniewas adedicatedmotherandgrandmother Shewasalways present for her children, whether on the netball court, behindthepancaketable,ontheschoolbus,oratlife's biggestmilestones,includingthebirths,weddings,and christeningsofherlovedones.Shewaseveninthe

delivery room for six of her seven grandchildren'sbirths. Her family cherishes many special momentsspenttogether,especiallythe fourmonthstheyallsharedonthefarm during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also took great pride in receiving numerous PMR awards for catering, a reflection of her excellence in the industry When asked what they will miss most about Melanie, her family simply said, “her kindness and perseverance.” Themostvaluablelessonssheimpartedtothemweretonever take “no” for an answer, to always be honestandreliable,valuesshelivedby everyday

To the friends and community members who have shown love and support during this difficulttime,thefamilyextendstheirdeepestgratitude.

“We are incredibly thankful for everyone's kindness,” thefamilyexpressed. MelanievanWyk'slegacyofhard work, love, and dedication will live on in the hearts of thosewhoknewher Maysherestinpeace.

Anil Srivatsa Advocates Organ Donation in Walvis Bay Lecture

RenownedinternationalorgandonationadvocateAnilSrivatsadeliveredaninspiringlectureon WednesdaynightattheProteaIndongoHotel,hostedbytheWalvisBayRotaryClub. Theevent, open to the public, saw participation from members of the Lions Club and Round Table, emphasising thecollaborativeeffortinpromotingthisvitalcause.

Srivatsa's central message revolvedaroundthethemeofloveasthe driving force behind organ donation. He passionately conveyed that donating an organ is an ultimate act of love, urging attendees to consider the profound impact such a gesture can have on saving lives. This lecture marked the fourth in a series of engagements Srivatsa conducted during his visit toWalvis Bay Earlier in theweek,headdressedstudentsat threelocalhighschools,aimingto educate and inspire the younger generationabouttheimportanceof organ donation. Reflectingon his personal journey, Srivatsa shared the transformative experience of donating a kidney to his brother, a neurosurgeon. He described this act as not only bringing good karma but also creating a ripple effect;bysavinghisbrother'slife,

heindirectlycontributedtosaving many more lives that his brother has impacted through his medical profession. Followinghisengagements inWalvis Bay, Srivatsa and hiswifedepartedforWindhoekon Thursday morning to continue their series of lectures. He travels by car to reach the small towns he will not be able to reach if he had travelledbyair Hismission,titled

Walvis Bay Residents and Municipality Unite to Support Road Restoration Efforts

TheongoingeffortstorestoreroadsandinfrastructureinWalvisBayhave placed immense pressure on municipal teams responsible for roads, fire services, sewerage, and water management. The Joint Walvis Bay ResidentsAssociationhasurgedresidentstostepupandcontributeinany waypossible.

SharonRoodt,adedicated community member and chairlady of the Joint Walvis Bay Residents Association, has taken it upon herself to assist by clearing loose stones from damagedroads,whichcan cause further deterioration and punctured tyres. Her efforts have received mixed reactions, with some residents offering drinks and words of encouragement, while others simply looked on. “I was concerned about the loose stones as they were damagingtheroad,leadingto

“Gift of Life Adventure,” has led him to travel across numerous countries, sharing his story and advocatingfororgandonation. As of September 2024, he had travelled to 60 countries and reached over300000people,withplansto visit Uganda, Rwanda, South Africa, and various West African countries. Beyond his advocacy, Srivatsa has held diverse roles in the media and sports industries. Heistheco-founderofRadiowalla Network, a digital audio platform, andhasservedastheCEOofKings XI Punjab, an Indian Premier Leaguecricketteam. Additionally, he is a TEDx speaker and a world record holder at the World Transplant Games, where he won gold forTeamIndiain2019.

Photos: Eileen van der Schyff/Anil Srivatsa

morepotholes.Iknowofat leastonepersonwhogota flattyrebecauseofthem,” said Roodt. The Joint Wa-

vis Bay Residents Association has outlined several ways in which the publiccanassist:

1.Avoid using flooded or heavilydamagedroadsto minimize further deterioration.

2. Reduce speed, especially for larger 4x4 vehicles, as high speeds through potholes worsen thedamage.

3. Do not open manhole covers to drain water, as this puts additional strain onthesewersystem.

4. Show appreciation to municipal workers who are tirelessly repairing roads, simple gestures likeawave,athumbs-up, or offering refreshments canboostmorale.

5.Clearloosestonesfrom the roads in front of homes and workplaces and place them on pavementsforcollection.

The Walvis Bay Municipality has engaged two contractors to assist municipal teams in restoring the town to normality after the heavy rains that hitthecoastalarea.

Walvis Bay Contractor, Russell Hays, who was responsible for pumping water from the flooded streets said, “according to our calculations, we have pumped approximately 3 million litres of water from various parts of town,” Hays stated. Another contractor has begun with the repair of potholes Work has commenced along Sam Nujoma Avenue, starting from the traffic circle leading to Kuisebmond. The teams will cover other affected areas from here. Roodt emphasised the importance of working together to overcome the challenges faced by the town. “Let's all come together as a community and help each other! Together,wethrive.”

Photos: Jan A J Kruger, WalvisBayMunicipality

Eileen van der Schyff

Eileen van der Schyff

Eileen van der Schyff

Three Shacks Gutted by Fire

A possible illegal electrical connection at a shack in Swakopmund's MondesasuburbseemstobethecauseofablazingshackfireonTuesday afternoon.

According to the official fire incidentreportitisallegedthatthe firestartedatoneofthreebackyard shacks at around 19:02, demolishing all three of the informal structures and causing damages to the mainhouse.

NamibTimeswasonthesceneand witnessed that the residents of the shacks, with the aid of neighbours and bystanders, managed to safe someoftheirearthybelongings. However,mostofit,aswellasthe placestheycalledhomewasgutted in the inferno. The main house on the erf suffered damages to its

interior,wallsroofandtiles.

As usual the Swakopmund Fire Brigade and other emergency responders were quickly on the scene.

The blaze was subsequently controlledandextinguishedbefore it could spread to adjacent structures.Noinjuriesorfatalitieswere reported and the Chief of the SwakopmundFireBrigade,Bainga Matengu once again, in his report, urges for community fire preventionandawarenessprogramstobe facilitated.

Photo:MarshallinoBeukes

Two Dead, Several Injured in Uis Road Accident

Atragic accident on the gravel road between Uis and Omaruru hasclaimedtwolivesandlefteightothersinjured,includingthe driver.

The incident occurred at lunchtimeonWednesdaythisweekjust 2 km outside Uis. According to Senior Inspector Hilma ShomongulaoftheErongopolice,the driver, Andreas Tjai-Tjai Mau (24),wasoperatingametallicgold Nissan NP200 pickup without a validdriver'slicense.Heallegedly lost control of the vehicle after hitting a ditch while entering a curve, causing it to overturn. CarolineTanises(27)passedaway instantly at the scene, while Gift Tourob(33)succumbedtoinjuries at Omaruru State Hospital. Six

passengers sustained serious injuries, including the driver Three have been transferred to Windhoek for further treatment, while the others remain at Omaruru State Hospital. Two passengers suffered minor injuries and are being treated at OmaruruStateHospital.Thenext of kin have been notified, and police invesigations are ongoing. The case has been registered under Culpable Homicide, Reckless and/or Negligent Driving, and Driving Without a License(UisCR09/03/2025).

Kids Haven Receives Generous Donation from Boskalis and Van Oord

Following the successful completion of an extensive dredging project in Walvis Bay, Dutch marine contractors Boskalis and Van Oord have made a substantial donation to KidsHaven,alocalorganisationdedicatedtocaringforvulnerablechildren.

Boskalis and Van Oord undertook a majordredgingoperation to improve the port's accessibility

Using their trailing suction hopper dredgers, Gateway and Vox Alexia, the companies deepened the

10-kilometer-long access channel from 14.4 meters to 16.8 meters; widened the channel from 130 meters to 200 meters; dredged the harbour basin to 16.3 meters and expanded it by over400meters.

Worker Injured in Fall at Swakopmund Laundry

A 52-year-old maintenance worker was injured after falling from the roof of a laundry in Swakopmund on Wednesday afternoonthisweek.

According to Senior Inspector Hilma Shomongula of the Erongo police, the victim, MrDavidAron,wasallegedlyworkingonthe roof when he lost his balance and fell to the ground.

Emergencyservicesrespondedswiftly,andhe was transported to Swakop-mund State Hospital before being transferred to Katutura StateHospitalinWindhoekforfurthermedical treatment. Aron is currently in a stable condition and police investigations are ongoing.

These improvements now allow larger vesselstoenterWalvis Bay This greatly enhances the port's capacity and economic potential. One of the biggest challenges duringtheprojectwasthe high concentration of hydrogensulfide(H₂S) in the sediment. To ensuresafety,theteam implemented extensive health measures, including modifications to their vessels and the installation of special H₂S filters and sensors. During their time in Walvis Bay, the 12member expatriate project team, alongside Namibian employees, formed a strong working relationship. Wanting to leave behind a meaningful contribution, they identified Kids Haven as a deserving beneficiary

Recognising the dedication and impact of

the organisation, Boskalis and Van Oord donated two new computers, study desks, water dispensers, a karaoke speaker, office supplies and a financial contributionof N$200000. The generosity of Boskalis and Van Oord was met with immense gratitude from Kids Haven Maureen Baard and the Committee expressed their appreciation.“Onbehalfof everyone at Walvis Bay Kids Haven, we express our deepest gratitude for your generosity Your support brings so much joy and hope to the children. Your selflessness is truly inspiring, and we are incredibly blessed to have you as part of ourcommunity Your generosity will leave alastingimpact!”

Eileen van der Schyff

Marshallino Beukes

Eileen van der Schyff

Eileen van der Schyff

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Erongo Launches RED New Fleet of Vehicles

Erongo Reliable Electricity Distribution in Erongo region (ErongoRED) recently launched a fleet of 11 new vehicles designed to support its operational activities and to improve servicedeliveryacrosstheregion.

Thenewfleetofvehiclesacquired at around N$8.4 million will be assigned to designated staff membersinthefollowingtowns:Area1, which includes Walvis Bay and nearbyareaswillreceivetwovehicles whilst Area 2, serving Swakopmund,HentiesBaywillgettwo vehicles and Area 3, covering Omaruru, Karibib, Usakos, Uis andsurroundingareaswillreceive sevenvehicles.Sincetheinception of Erongo RED in 2005, the reliable electricity distribution companyhasremainedcommittedtoits mission of providing reliable and secureelectricitytobusinessesand households, making significant progressinexpandingconnectivity toeventhemostremoteruralareas,

beyond urban and peri-urban zones.

The Chief Executive Officer at Erongo RED Immanuel Tino !Hanabeb said that this new developmentisanotherreflection of the company's dedication to growth and service excellence. !Hanabeb emphasised that the addition of these vehicles will enable the company to perform tasks more efficiently, cut down response times, and enhance service reliability He further noted thatthefleetwillbeinstrumental in assisting technicians with medium-voltage (MV) and lowvoltage (LV) maintenance, grid expansion projects, and the connectionofnewconsumers.

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Rudi Bowe

Erongo and Western Cape Formalise Twinning Agreement for Stronger Regional Bonds

In a significant step toward strengthening regional cooperation, officials from Namibia's Erongo Region and South Africa's Western Cape Province gathered in Swakopmund last week to formalise a twinning agreement aimed at fostering closer ties in trade,economicdevelopment,andotherkeysectors.

Theeventwasattendedby ErongoGovernor,Neville Andre, the Mayor of Swakopmund,theDeputy MayorofWalvis Bay,and representatives from both regions. During a press briefing on the Twinning Agreement on Wednesday, 19 March, Governor Neville Andre Itope stated, “thisTwinningAgreementmarksanewchapter in our shared journey towardregionalcooperation and economic growth. I am pleased to inform you that during our brief meeting, which we just concluded, we reached a consensus on the final termsoftheagreement,on behalf of Dr Ivan Meyer, the Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development, and Tourism for the Western Cape

Province ” Itope emphasised that the agreement is a testament to the strong bonds of friendship and mutual respect betweenthetworegions.

He explained that the Twinning Agreement will foster collaboration in key areas, such as trade, economic development, cultural and sports exchanges, and capacity building, with a focus on creating opportunities for investment and job creation.

Aparticularlyexcitingarea of cooperation, according toItope,isgreenhydrogen. “Wewanttoensuregreater collaboration and knowledge sharing in the development of green hydrogen initiatives, which are critical to our shared sustainable future,” he stated.

Governor Itope also announced that the final step in the process, the official signing of the Twinning Agreement,willtakeplace on a date to be communicatedtothemedia.

TheWesternCapePremier, Alan Windy, extended his warm congratulations and greetings to the Governor andthepeopleofNamibia.

In his address, Windy expressed appreciation for Governor Itope's leadership, noting that he had been recognised last year asAfrica'sbest-performing governor

Dr Ivan Meyer, representing the Premier, highlightedthatthepartnership between the Western Cape and Erongo is not just about political and economiccooperation,butabout

building a relationship basedontrust.

He praised the Governor's leadership, pointing to Erongo's success in launching a 54-megawatt power station in Walvis Bay. "The Western Cape shares a vision with Erongo, one of ambition and pragmatism," Dr Meyer said. "We are particularly pleased to see the efforts being made in energy, including the second desalination plant in Erongo, which offers valuable insights as Cape Town plans similar projects."

Dr Meyer also highlighted the growing potential for astro-tourism in Erongo, citing the success of the region's film industry Films shot in Erongo have already drawn internationalattention,anditsuni-

que landscapes have the potential to attract even more tourists. "Your team has already engaged with the Cape Film Studio partnership in Walvis Bay, and we are excited to explore further opportunities in the film sector," headded.Tourism,energy, and climate change were key themes during the discussions Dr Meyer commended the involvement of youth in climate dialogues in Erongo, emphasising the importance of tackling environmental issues through collaboration. “We recognise the importance of youth involvement in addressing climate change, and we're pleasedtoseethisinitiative in the Erongo Region,” he said Dr Meyer also encouraged Erongo's participation in the Wes-

tern Cape's upcoming investment summit in November,whichisaimed at attracting investment to theregion.

He expressed optimism about future collaborations, including the development of a convention center to support economic growth and tourism in Erongo As Minister of Agriculture, Dr Meyer also recognised Erongo'sprogressingreen fertilizers and agricultural initiatives “Given the global fertilizer supply situation,Iamparticularly pleasedtohearaboutyour region's work in green fertilizers,” he remarked.

“We can certainly learn from this.” Akey focus of DrMeyer'sspeechwasthe ongoing efforts in green hydrogen, an area of shared interest between

both regions. “We have committed funding for green hydrogen projects, and it's encouraging to hear about similar initiatives underway in Erongo,”hestated. In conclusion, Dr Meyer emphasised the importance of growing jobs and economiesthroughinvestment, exports, and green technologies. "Our goal, like the Governor's, is to createmorejobsandgrow the economy This partnership will help us achievethat,"hesaid.The twinningagreementmarks the beginning of a collaborative effort between Erongo and the Western Cape, one that aims to strengthen economic ties, share knowledge, and create sustainable growth opportunities for both regions.

Sharlien Tjambari

Namibian Cabinet Reduced to 14 Ministries

Rudi Bowe

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in accordance with Article 32(3)(g) of the Namibian Constitution, and guided by the Election Manifesto Implementation Plan, decided to establish, abolish,andmakeseveralalignmentsinvariousGovernmentOffices,MinistriesandAgencies

She also merged some ministries and transferredsomemandatesto the ministries where they can maximise outcomes. She stated that she has decided to establish, abolish some, and

makeseveralalignmentsin various government offices, ministries and agencies, to eradicate duplications, cutting on expenditures and to ensure smooth and effective implementation of our deve-

lopment programmes

Nandi-Ndaitwah said, “by consolidating departments and merging overlapping portfolios,thegovernment aims to eliminate redundancy, increase accountability, and enhance servicedelivery.”

Among the changes, the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning has been merged into a single power-house responsible formanagingthecountry's fiscalpolicy Similarly,the

Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has been consolidated to address food security, water management, and land redistribution under one umbrella. The Ministry of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare, will now fall under the Ministry of Finance and Public Enter-

prises to improve the effective delivery of social grants. The Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation has been integrated into the Ministry of Education, Arts, Sport and Culture to enhance effective coordinationandimprovementof the education system. The president reduced the

number of ministers from 21to14withsevendeputy ministers for the next five years.ThenewCabinetfor the 2025–2029 term comprisesthefollowing:Lucia Witbooi is selected as her vice president and Elijah Ngurareasprimeminister, with Natangwe Ithete beingappointedas deputy prime minister and will also oversee the newly merged Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy, with GaudentiaKröhne as deputyminister Theveteran diplomat Selma Ashipala-Musavyi who previously served as the executive director of international relations and cooperation and has been Namibia's ambassador to Ghana is appointed as the minister of international relations and trade, deputised by Jenelly Matundu, who has been retained in her position. The former executive director of finance,EricaShafudah,is now the minister of finance and social grants management whilst Frans Kapofi has been reappointed as minister of defence and veterans' affairs,deputisedbyinternational relations academic Charles Mubita. The Ministry of Health and Social Services is headed by Esperance Luvindao, a medical practitioner The former executive director of education, arts and culture, Sanet Steenkamp, is the new minister of the expandedMinistryofEducation, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture. She is deputised by Dino Ballotti. The Ministry of Environment andTourism is headed by Indileni Daniel, while Emma Theofelushasretainedher position as minister of information and communicationtechnology VeikkoNekundiisthenew minister of works and transport, having previously served as the deputy minister of the same ministry, with former minister of youth, sport and national service EmmaKantemaisthenew ministerofgenderequality and child welfare, deputisedbyLindaBaloyi.The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development is headed by James Sankwasa, with Evelyn !Nawases-Taeyele as his deputy and Wise Emmanuel is the new minister of justiceandlabourrelations withtheformerministerof industrialisation and trade Lucia Iipumbu appointed as the minister of home affairs, immigration, safety and security MacAlbert Hengari will serve as the minister of agriculture, fisheries, water andlandreform,withRuth Masakeashisdeputy.She called on Namibians to have confidence in her Cabinet, explaining that it was challenging to select ministers from a pool of qualifiedcandidates.

China & Namibia Team Up for Women's Wellness

A Day of Free Check-ups, Cultural Vibes, and Girl Power!

On 8 March, marking the 115th International Women's Day, Gezhouba Mining Services (Pty) Ltd (a wholly owned subsidiary of Explosive Corporation Limited under China Energy EngineeringGroup)andthe16thbatchofChineseMedicalTeam to Namibia co-hosted a meaningful event focused on women's health,blendingfreemedicalserviceswithculturalexchange.

Counselor Wei Jinming

from the Chinese Embassy in Namibia attendedtheeventandhad warm exchanges with Chinese and Namibian employees, commending the positive role the event plays in strengthening bilateral ties. “This initiative not only provides tangible healthcare support to female employees but also illuminates the enduring friendship between China and Namibia”,heremarked.

ChineseEmbassy: BuildingBridges, Fostering, Understanding

The Chinese Embassy in Namibia has long served asabridgeforculturaland social exchanges between the two nations. At the event, Counselor Wei extendedfestivegreetings to female employees and praisedthemedicalteam's unselfishdedication.“The Chinese Medical Team has not only shared advanced medical expertise butalsocreatedaplatform for mutual cultural appreciation,” he noted,

highlighting the meticulous organization and heartfelt efforts by Gezhouba Mining Services (Pty) Ltd He expressed hope that such initiatives would deepen mutualunderstandingand solidarity between the peoples of the two countries in addition to enhancing the health of the female employees Chinese Medical Team: Healing Bodies, NurturingFriendship

As a beacon of friendship between China and Namibia, the Chinese MedicalTeamtoNamibia has long been committed toenhancingthecountry's healthcare standards and enjoys a highly esteemed reputation in Namibia Experts offered consultationsonwomen'shealth issues and introduced

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s acupuncture, *tuina* (therapeutic massage), and meridian therapy, aiming to provide personalized health advice. Drawing from ancient Chinese medical classics like 《Huangdi Neijing》 (《The Yellow Emperor's ClassicofMedicine》)and 《Nanjing》 (《Classic of Difficulties》),thedoctors explained to Namibian employees, the philosophy of holistic health and meridian theory, captivatingattendeeswith the wisdom of Chinese medicine. Ahighlightwasthelecture titled “Protecting the Flower of Life: Women's Health Education”, which addressedcommonhealth concerns and preventive

measures The session received enthusiastic feedback, empowering women with practical knowledge. CelebrationofDiversity andSharedValues

Following the check-ups, GezhoubaMiningServices (Pty) Ltd hosted a festive gathering featuring champagne, cheese salads, and cakes Discussions revolved around themes

like career growth, cultural diversity, and work-life balance, fostering camaraderie among participants. The company also presented gifts to female employees asatokenofgratitudeand respect.

This event not only honored International Women's Day but also showcased the deepening collaboration between China and Namibia in healthcare and cultural

exchange The Chinese Embassy, the medical team, and Chinese enterprises in Namibia

reaffirmed their commitmenttoadvancingbilateral cooperation in healthcare, social responsibility, and people-to-people ties, writinganewchapterinthe friendshipbetweenthetwo nations.

Dam Inflows a Boost in Namibia's

Water Reserves

NamWater has reported significant inflows into several dams across the country, bringing a much-needed boost to Namibia'snationalwaterreserves.

The latest dam bulletin shows notable increases in water levels compared to previous reports, with major in-flows recorded at Swakoppoort, Von Bach, Omatako, Friedenau, Otjivero Main, Otjivero Silt, Tilda Viljoen, Daan Viljoen, Hardap, Neckartal, Naute, Omaruru Delta, and Omatjennedams

Major Inflows and C u r re n t D a m Levels:

Swakoppoort Dam has reached 101.8% capacity, storing 64.661 Mm³, an increase of 39 342 Mm³.

Hardap Dam surged to 63 9%, holding 188.194Mm³,aftera remarkable 116.495 Mm³inflow

Omatako Dam is at 61.5%, now storing 26.749 Mm³, an inflowof15.539Mm³. Von Bach Dam stands at 58 2%, holding 27 636 Mm³, up by 8.932 Mm³.

Otjivero Main Dam rose to 5.7%, containing 0.557 Mm³, after gaining 0.218 Mm³.

Other dams that recorded notable increasesinclude: DaanViljoen Dam –

77.3% full, storing 0.332Mm³.

Friedenau Dam –56.2%, with 3.777 Mm³.

NauteDam–55.8%, now holding 46.613 Mm³.

Otjivero Silt Dam –12 9%, containing 1.007Mm³.

TildaViljoenDam–11 0%, holding 0.134Mm³.

Neckartal Dam –

83 8%, storing 703.493Mm³. OmaruruDeltaDam – 26.3%, with 9.275 Mm³.

Omatjenne Dam –10.5%, now containing0.530Mm³.

NamWater continues to monitor the situation closely and urges the public to exercise caution around dams, especially those spilling or experiencing heavyinflows

While the inflows are a welcome relief for the country's watersecurity,water conservation remainscritical. NamWater reminds communities to stay away from overflowing rivers and avoid crossing flooded areas for safety reasons.

Eileen van der Schyff

1. Bids are invited through the Request for Proposal (RFP) procedure and the invitation is open to all eligible bidders.All Bidders must comply with the requirements outlined in the bidding document.

2. Interested eligible bidders are requested to visit the Namport website at https://www.namport.com.na/procurement for details of the bidding requirements. Bidders must register as suppliers, express interest in a specific bid, in order to be granted access to the bidding documents. The Namport Banking Details are available on the link: https://www.namport.com.na/procurement/banking-details/558/

3. A Non-compulsory Virtual Pre-Bid meeting is scheduled for 10 April 2025 AT 10H00 AM Bidders should take note that the meeting link is available on the website.

4. Bids must be delivered to: The Tender Box, Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) Reception, No. 17 Rikumbi Kandanga Road, Walvis Bay

ALL enquiries related to these bids must be directed in writing by email to the following contact details:

Procurement Manager

Melani de Klerk

Tel: +264 208 2319

Email: or m.deklerk@namport.com.na procurement@namport.com.na

Tender and ContractsAdministrator

OwiikeAmunkete

Tel.: +264 64 208 2217

E-Mail: or o.amunkete@namport.com.na procurement@namport.com.na

Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) hereby invites bids through the Request for Proposal (RFP) procedure for for A Full Time Project Manager: National Single Windows Environment (NSWe) Project.

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MUNICIPALITYOF WALVISBAY

Notice is herby given in terms of section 63(2)(b) of the Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act 23/1992), as amended, that the Council of the Municipality of Walvis Bay intends to sell by private transaction lease areas 12,17and29ofFarm38 Walvis Bay to King CharcoalNamibia.

DESCRIPTION

Leaseareas12,17&29

OfFarm38WalvisBay AREA

63,000m2

PURCHASEPRICE

N$ 3,150,000 00 plus 15%VAT

Full particulars pertaining to the sale will lie for inspection by interested persons until Friday, 4 April 2025 at room 30, Municipal Offices, Kuisebmond. For more information Mr Desmond Zauisomune can be contacted at telephone (064) 2013232 during office hours.

Written objections, duly motivated, to the intended transaction must be received by the undersigned before 12:00 Wednesday, 9 April 2025.

EPMwanyekange

GeneralManager: Community&Economic Development MunicipalOffices CivicCentre NangoloMbumbaDrive Privatebag5017

Tel:(064)2013338

Fax:(064)209714

WalvisBay emwanyekange@ walvisbaycc.org.na

REZONINGANDSUBDIVISIONOFERF 480LANGSTRANDEXTENSION2

StewartPlanning-TownandRegionalPlanners,intendsto apply,onbehalfofthenewowners,totheMunicipalCouncilof WalvisBayandtheUrbanandRegionalPlanningBoardforthe following:

Rezoning of Erf No. 480 Langstrand Extension No. 2 (No. 29 Foreshore Street) from “Single Residential” (1:500) to “SingleResidential”(1:300)andsubdivisionintotwoequal portions(ErfAandtheRemainder).

The purpose of the application to create two land portions of 310m² each, for the development of an upmarket dwelling houseoneachlandportion. Nositedevelopmentplansforthe proposalhavebeenpreparedtodate,however,thehouseswill besimilarindesignandscaleinaccordancewiththebuilding restrictionsofthe“SingleResidential”zone.

The aforementioned application is submitted in terms of the WalvisBayZoningScheme(asamended),andtheUrbanand RegionalPlanningAct,2018(ActNo.5of2018).

Takenotethat–

(a)thebackgroundinformationdocumentliesopenforinspection,duringnormalofficehours,atRoom101,TownPlanning Section of Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre, and at StewartPlanning,122SamNujomaAvenue,WalvisBay An electronic copy can be requested from Mr Johann Otto: otto@sp.com.na

(b) any person having comments of support, representations, and/orobjectionstotheapplication,mayinwritinglodgesuch commentsand/orobjections,togetherwiththegroundsthereof, withtheChiefExecutiveOfficeroftheMunicipalityofWalvis BayandwithStewartPlanning.

(c)thedeadlinetosubmitwrittencommentsofsupport,representations, and/or objections will be on or before 17:00 Monday,28April2025.

Applicant: StewartPlanning Town&RegionalPlanners POBox2095,WalvisBay otto@sp.com.na 064280773

LocalAuthority: ChiefExecutiveOfficer MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017,WalvisBay lkahona@walvisbaycc.org.na 0642013201

NOTICEOFTHECONSENTAPPLICATIONIN TERMSOFTHEWALVISBAYTOWNPLANNING SCHEME

CONSENT: Self Catering Unit ON ERF NO: 42 TOWNSHIP/AREA: LangstrandSTREETNAME&NO:LalandiUnit47

IntermsoftheWalvisBayTownPlanningScheme,noticeisherebygiven thatI/we,theundersigned,haveappliedtotheMunicipalityofWalvisBay forpermissiontoerect/establishonthesitea/an:SelfCateringUnit. Plansmaybeinspectedorparticularsofthisapplicationmaybeobtainedat TownPlanning,FirstFloor,Rooms101&105,CivicCentre.

Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such objection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager:RoadsandBuildingControl,(TownPlanning),PrivateBag5017, WalvisBayandtheapplicant,inwriting,notlaterthan11April2025.

NAMEANDADDRESSOFAPPLICANT:

LilanieLiversage

Email:lilanie.liversage@outlook.com

NOTICEOFINTENTIONTOESTABLISH NEWTOWNSHIP(GREENVALLEY EXTENSION6)

Please take note that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intendstoapplytotheMunicipalCouncilandtheUrban andRegionalPlanningBoardforconsenttoestablisha newtownshiptobeknownasGreenValleyExtension6 onPortion10ofFarm37,whichislocatedonFarm37, GreenValley,WalvisBayLocalAuthorityArea.

TheproposedGreenValleyExtension6willcomprise ofapproximately248ErvenandRemainder(Street.The 248 erven are made up of predominantly Single ResidentialervenaswellasfewGeneralResidential1, Local Business, Utility Services, Institutional, General Business, Light Industrial, Public Open Space and UtilityServiceserven.

Pleasefurthertakenotethat-

(a) the plan lies for inspection at Room 101 of the offices of the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre,NangoloMbumbaDrive; (b) anypersonhavingobjectionstotheestablishment concernedorwhowantstocommentthereon,may lodge such objections and comments, together with the grounds thereof, in writing with the Municipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Board within 14 days of the last publicationofthisnotice.

Applicant: MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay (064)2013348 townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na

NOTICEOFINTENTIONTOESTABLISH NEWTOWNSHIP(NARRAVILLE EXTENSION10)

Please take note that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intends to apply to the Municipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Board for consent to establish a new township to be known as Narraville Extension 10 on Farm 64 (a Portion of Farm WanderdunenNo.23)whichislocatedalongthefuture continuation of Ceaser Martin Street, Narraville, WalvisBayLocalAuthorityArea.

The proposed Narraville Extension 10 will comprise of approximately 214 erven and Remaidner (Streets). The 214 erven are made up of predominantly Single ResidentialervenaswellasfewGeneralResidential1 and2,Institutional,GeneralBusiness,LightIndustrial, PublicOpenSpaceandUtilityServiceserven.

Pleasefurthertakenotethat(a) the plan lies for inspection at Room 101 of the offices of the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre,NangoloMbumbaDrive; (b) anypersonhavingobjectionstotheestablishment concerned or who wants to comment thereon, may lodge such objections and comments, togetherwiththegroundsthereof,inwritingwith the Municipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Board within 14 days of the lastpublicationofthisnotice.

Applicant:

MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay (064)2013348 townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na

ESIAVenusOffshoreDev@udanam.com

VACANCIES

VACANCY: LOGISTICS & OFFSHORE OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

Dynamic Marine Survey and Solutions cc is seeking a Logistics & Offshore Operations Coordinator to join our dynamic team in Walvis Bay

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage logistics and supply chain operations for offshore and onshore projects.

• Oversee inventory, asset tracking, and stock control.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company procedures.

• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams for timely deliveries.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in logistics or offshore operations.

• Strong knowledge of inventory and asset management.

• Good communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

• First Aid / Life Support and Wabco Brake System certifications are an advantage.

• Valid driver's licence essential.

To Apply:

Send your CV and a brief cover letter to cv@dmssnamibia.com.

Closing Date 11/04/2025

Subject line: Logistics & Offshore Coordinator Application

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

REPACKAGEYOUR CAREER WITH

VACANCY

A vacancy exists for an at Mpact Corrugated (Pty) Ltd. The candidate must be a Electrician Namibian Citizen.

POSITION : ELECTRICIAN X 1

DEPARTMENT : MAINTENANCE

GRADING : C LOWER

DUTY STATION : MPACT CORRUGATED, WALVIS BAY

The incumbent will report to the Maintenance Foreman

Summarised duties and responsibilities:

* Perform routine maintenance and inspections on production machines used in the corrugated paper industry

* Perform predictive and preventative maintenance (PPM) on printing and packaging production equipment

* Diagnose and repair faults on equipment and machinery during production/operation

* Identify and solve problems pertaining to production machines

* analyses down times in shifts reports on equipment and implement corrective actions to improve on overall Equipment Efficiencies

* Install and program basic programmable logic controllers

* Install, test, configure and maintain variable speed control drives (AC and DC)

* Install, test and maintain three phaseAC/DC machines and control gear

* Install, test, maintain and commission electrical circuits

* Install, test, maintain and commission new equipment.

* Maintain stock levels of electrical critical equipment and consumables

* Attend to all types of electrical problems on the machines and around the plant.

* Must be able to work overtime and be available for standby duties.

* Maintain and adhere to all Mpact corrugated (Namibia) (Pty) Ltd Safety Regulations as well as safety regulations laid out in the LabourAct 11 of 2007.

* Offer mentorship and training support to students throughout their in-service placement.

* Should be able to work shift.

* Must be able to work under pressure.

Minimum requirement

* N3 - National Technical Certificate

* Grade 12, 28 points and a “D” in English, Maths and Science

* Qualified artisan with recognised Trade Test

* Relevant 5 years' experience

* Good verbal & written communication skills

* Team player with the ability to take own initiative

* Must be a self-starter that will be able to work under pressure with minimum supervision

Interested applicants should submit their CVs, stating relevant experience to: The Human Resources Department, P O. Box 399 Walvis Bay or hand delivered to Mpact corrugated, 44 3 Street East, Walvis Bay rd

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and no documents will be returned.

CLOSING DATE : Friday 4 April 2025 th

MUNICIPALITYOFWALVISBAY

Noticeisherebygivenintermsofsection63(2)(b)oftheLocalAuthoritiesAct,1992 (Ac23/1992),asamended,thattheCounciloftheMunicipalityofWalvisBayintendsto leasebprivatetransactionaportionoflandonFarmtoNambazaInvestmentsCC.

Description:

Portion2ofFarm38

Area:

150,000m

RentPerMonth

N$24,075.00plus15%VAT

Fullparticularspertainingtotheleasewilllieforinspectionbyinterestedpersonsuntil 15April2025atroom30,MunicipalOffices,Kuisebmond.FormoreinformationMr DesmondZauisomuecanbecontactedattelephone(064)2013232duringofficehours. Writtenobjections,dulymotivated,totheintendedtransactionmustbereceivedbythe undersignedbeforeorat12:00Friday,18April2025.

JackRManale

ActingGeneralManager: Community&Economic Development

MunicipalOffices

CivicCentre

NangoloMbumbaDrive

PrivateBag5017

WALVISBAY

NOTICEOFINTENTIONTOESTABLISH NEWTOWNSHIP(WALVISBAY EXTENSION19)

NOTICES & VACANCIES

NOTICE

Takenoticethat Johannes CorneliusAgenbag OwnerofErf11werthstreetMarientalintends toapplytothemunicipalityforconsenttousethe erf for “block of Flats”. Erf 11 Mariental, is zoned Business and Measures approximately 2000minextent.Theproposedconsentwillenable the oner to construct 5 Flats to operate on Airbnb.

Parking, Coverage, Building lines ,Floor area ratioheightsandtheoveralldevelopmentwillbe in accordance the provisions in the Mariental townplanningschemeNo7.

NOTICE

Theowner,MsWellerieNaobesofRemainderErf1185 MondesaExtension3(SamuelShiimiStreet)herewith intendstoapplytotheSwakopmundMunicipalCouncil for the “Resident Occupation Special Consent”, to operate a “home shop” as provided for in terms of Clause6oftheSwakopmundZoningSchemedetailsof which are obtainable from the General Manager: EngineeringandPlanningServices.

Any person having any objections against such applicationshouldlodgesuchobjection/sinwritingand within 14 days of the last publication to the Swakopmund Municipality and the applicant, during normalbusinesshours.

Fax:(064)209714

MINISTRYOFTRADE

INDUSTRY

&

LIQUORACT,1998

NOTICEOF APPLICATIONTOA COMMITTEEIN TERMSOFTHE LIQUORACT,1998

(Regulations 14, 26 & 33)

Notice is given that an applicationintermsofthe Liquor Act, 1998, particulars of which appear below,willbemadetothe Regional Liquor LicencingCommittee,Region

1 Name and postal address of applicant: Living-stone’s Tented Camps & Events, P O Box34,WalvisBay

2. Name of business or proposed business to which application relates: Livingstone’s Tented Camps & Events t/a Livingstone’s Private TentedLodge.

3 Address/location of premises to which application relates: GoanikontesEast,Livingstone Farm, D1991, 36km fromSwakop.

4. Nature and details of application: Application for a Liquor Licence for the Restaurant of Livingstone’s Private Tented Lodge for in houseguestsonly

5. Clerk of the Court with whom application will be lodged: Clerk of the Magistrate’s Court, districtSwakopmund.

6. Date on which application will be lodged: 31 March2025.

7. Date of meeting of Committee at which application will be heard: 11June2025.

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 daysbeforethedateofthe meetingoftheCommittee at which the application willbeheard.

Please take note that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intendstoapplytotheMunicipalCouncilandtheUrban and Regional Planning Board for consent to establish a newtownshiptobeknownasWalvisBayExtension19 onConsolidatedPortion236[ConsolidationofPortions 85,111,141and235(aPortionofPortion196)]Walvis BayTownandTownlandsNo.1.,whichislocatedatthe c/o Johnson Fwafwa Mabakeng and Union Streets, WalvisBay,WalvisBayLocalAuthorityArea.

TheproposedWalvisBayExtension19willbeamixed land use township, comprising of approximately 98 ervenandRemainder(Streets).Mostofthetotalsitearea will be used for Light Industrial, Undetermined and Private/Public Open Space purposes. However, the township also makes provision for few Single Residential/General Residential 1, General Business, Institutional,CombinedLandUse,MunicipalPurposes, Cemetery, Special, Government and Utility Services erven.

Pleasefurthertakenotethat-

(a) the plan lies for inspection at Room 101 of the offices of the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre,NangoloMbumbaDrive.

(b) any person having objections to the establishment concernedorwhowantstocommentthereon,may lodgesuchobjectionsandcomments,togetherwith the grounds thereof, in writing with the Municipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Boardwithin14daysofthelastpublicationofthis notice..

Applicant: MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay (064)2013348 townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na

NOTICEOFINTENTIONTOESTABLISH NEWTOWNSHIP(WALVISBAY EXTENSION19)

Please take note that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intends to apply to the Municipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Board for consent to establish a new township to be known as Walvis Bay Extension 19 on Consolidated Portion 236 [ConsolidationofPortions85,111,141and235(aPortionof Portion196)]WalvisBayTownandTownlandsNo.1., whichislocatedatthec/oJohnsonFwafwaMabakeng and Union Streets, Walvis Bay, Walvis Bay Local AuthorityArea.

The proposed will be a Walvis Bay Extension 19 mixedlandusetownship,comprisingofapproximately 98ervenandRemainder(Streets).Mostofthetotalsite area will be used for Light Industrial, Undetermined andPrivate/PublicOpenSpacepurposes.However,the townshipalsomakesprovisionforfewSingleResidential/General Residential 1, General Business, Institutional, Combined Land Use, Municipal Purposes, Cemetery, Special, Government and Utility Services erven.

Pleasefurthertakenotethat-

(a) the plan lies for inspection at Room 101 of the offices of the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre,NangoloMbumbaDrive.

(b) anypersonhavingobjectionstotheestablishment concernedorwhowantstocommentthereon,may lodge such objections and comments, together with the grounds thereof, in writing with the Municipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Board within 14 days of the last publicationofthisnotice.

Applicant: MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay (064)2013348 townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na

Futher take notice that the proposed developmentplanandapplicationlieforinspectionatthe MarientalMunicipality,AimablaagteOffice.

Further take notice that any person objecting to the proposed use of Land as set out above may lodge such objection with the grounds thereof, withtheMunicipalityofMarientalandtheapplicantinwritingwithin14daysofthepublication.

Lastdateofnoticeis12April2025

Contact:CorneAgenbag-0816640073

th Closing date for objections or comments is: 7 April 2025

Contactperson:MrTHaungeya,Cell:0812246147

Or Mr J.Heita(Manager:TownPlanning) Tel:+264(64)4104403.

ALFREDHKNIGHT VACANCY QUALITYCOORDINATOR

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Coordinator to join the team based in Walvis Bay, Namibia. This individual will be responsible for the management of the day-to-day Quality administrative tasks forAlfred H Knight Namibia in order to meet the overall quality objectives for operations and analytical services.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES

To be successful atAlfred H Knight you will need to display the following: REQUIRED KNOWLEDGEAND WORK EXPERIENCE

Required Competencies

● Functional knowledge and understanding of QMS practice within a laboratory setting.

● Functional knowledge of and understanding of the requirements pertaining to ISO 170202/17025

● Functional knowledge and understanding of accreditation requirements.

● Ability to demonstrate literacy and be numerate

● High attention to detail

● Team player

● Ability to work with minimum supervision

● Effective interpersonal skills

● Good timekeeping

● Good level of computer literacy

Required Qualifications

● Grade 12 (with Maths, Chemistry and Science)

● Analytical Chemistry Diploma or other appropriate Tertiary Qualification.

Required work experience

● Proven experience of at least 2 years' experience in a quality position

● Experience in supporting QMS requirements in relation to ISO 17020/17025 accreditation

● Experience using Microsoft Office and Google suite of applications.

● Desirable but not essential; experience of the metals and minerals industries, including basic chemistry knowledge and laboratory skills.

Responsibilities

● Assisting the organisation with the maintenance of ISO 17020/17025 accreditation.

● Assisting with the management and control of the standardised AHK QMS, relevant accreditation publications, ISO standards, quality manual and its supporting documentation.

● Ensuring that the audit schedule is maintained and up to date and supporting the internal audit team and Group Audit Programme with the scheduling of audits, the distribution and close-out of improvement actions and non-conformances in relation to Laboratory focused audits.

● Monitoring close-out of CorrectiveActions, Non-conformances and Client complaints TAT

● Ensuring that sufficient documentation and records are maintained for all the non-conforming test work, complaints, preventive action and improvements.

● Ensuring that work throughput is followed in accordance with documented methods and procedures. It is the post holder's responsibility to inform the Senior Chemist – Technical and the Quality Manager of any failure in compliance with the company's operating practices and policies.

● Assisting in the coordination of a standardised Document Control System, ensuring sufficient documented records are maintained.

● Ensuring that the asset register is updated at all times.

● Assisting when required in PTS/RR programmes, as directed Regional Technical/Quality team and ensure reporting deadlines are met and Z-scores are updated timeously

● Taking part in regular quality focused meetings with relevant personnel to ensure that operational issues are discussed and rectified as soon as possible and for keeping all relevant personnel informed of serious and/or developing quality issues.

● Assist with scheduling of Management review meetings, preparation of in-put data and completing minutes of the review meeting and monitor the closing of all the actions raised during the Management review meeting.

● Participating in quality risk review meetings and ensure that the Risk Register is updated.

● Undertaking other duties of an appropriate nature in consultation with the Management and the Regional Quality Manager BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match Interested applicants should send a cover letter, CV, copy of ID and driver's license, Matric certificate and any other qualification certificates to SUBJECT: Quality Coordinator – Namibi sa.recruitment@ahkgroup.com IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD A RESPONSE TO YOUR APPLICATION WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE ACCEPT THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL.

Closing Date: 1 April 2025

NPS Celebrates World Kidney Day

Rudi Bowe

Welwitschia Hospital recently celebrated World Kidney Day under the theme 'Are Your Kidneys OK?' with over900Grade4toGrade7learnersat Narraville Primary School (NPS) in WalvisBay.

The event, a collaborative initiative between the dedicated team at Welwitschia HospitalandNPSPrin-

force behind the observing this global event, shared invaluable insightsintokidneyhealth, emphasising the impor-

nuously aim to support.” Said Jemimah Leng –Brand and Marketing Coordinator at Welwitschia Hospital. The managementandpersonnelof Welwitschia Hospital extend their heartfelt gratitudetotheteachersat Narraville P

mary School for their dedication to educating and shaping the future generation.

cipal Yolandy Theron, supported by resident Paediatrician and Paediatric Nephrologist Dr Privilage MakandaCharambira alongside Dr Ludwig Gaomab, was organised to raise awarenessofthecrucial role of kidney health in the overall well-being, withtheaimofreducing the prevalence and impact of kidney disease. Specialist Paediatrician and PaediatricNephrologistDr Privilage MakandaCharambira, is the visionary behind the observance of World Kidney Day under its annual themes. Dr Makanda-Charambira with a passion for raising awarenessaboutkidney health, having a strong commitment to health literacy and the driving

tance of maintaining healthy kidneys. Her expertise provided the learners with the knowledge they need to prioritise theirwell-being.Thisinitiative is part of the hospitals ongoing corporate social responsibility efforts, allowing them to give back to the community while spreading vital health awareness

The team at Welwitschia Hospital is committed to ensuring that their community understands the importance of health and wellness.

“We at Welwitschia Hospital are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our community by promotinghealthliteracy

Our efforts not only reflect our responsibility asanorganisationbutalso serve as an investment in the community we conti-

PUBLIC NOTICE

Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and Environmental & Social Management Plan (ESMP) for undertaking wind and water-based Leisure Tourism in the Lüderitz lagoon area, Lüderitz, //Kharas, Namibia Lüderitz Speed Challenge (Or the “Proponent”) proposes to undertake windsurfing and kite surfing water sports in Lüderitz. The Proponent recognises the potential of wind and water-based tourism activities given the abundant wind energy in Lüderitz.

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE: There is a need for compliance to requirements under the Environmental Management Act (No. 7 of 2007) and its EIA Regulations (GN. 4878 of 06 February 2012). For this reason, Consultants were appointed to support application for the Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC).

PUBLIC NOTICE: This Public Notice is published in terms of Regulation 21(a) in the EIARegulations.

INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE: Interested & Affected Parties (IAPs) are notified to register in order to receive information about this proposed project by contacting the below

Mr. Michael Mateus

Envirodu Consulting & Training Solutions cc

P. O. Box 4120, Swakopmund

Email: or 0812989258 michaelndinomwene@gmail.com

Website: www.ecutsnamibia.com

MUNICIPALITY OFWALVISBAY

MINISTRYOFTRADE &INDUSTRY

LIQUORACT,1998

NOTICEOF APPLICATIONTOA COMMITTEEIN TERMSOFTHE LIQUORACT,1998

(Regulations 14, 26 & 33)

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

1.Nameandpostaladdress of applicant: Elysian Catch, PO Box 31426, Windhoek.

2. Name of business or proposedbusinesstowhich application relates: Ocean BasketSwakopmund.

3 Address/location of premises to which application relates: 27 Libertine Amadhila street erf 314 Tivoli Building.

4. Nature and details of application: Application forchange of trade name of licensed business Ocean Basket SwakopmundtoElysianCatch.

5. Clerk of the court with whom application will be lodged: Swakopmund MagistrateCourt.

6 Date on which application will be lodged: 31March2025.

Any objection or written submission in terms of section 28 of the Act in relation to the application mustbesentordeliveredto the Secretary of the Committee to reach Secretary, not less than 21 days before the date of the meeting of the Committee atwhichapplicationwillbe heard.

Noticeisherebygiven in terms of section 63(2)(b) of the Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act 23/1992), as amended, that the C

Walvis Bay intends to lease by private transaction a portion of land on Farm to Swarie Continental InvestmentsCC. Description APortionoflandon Farm38 Area

20,000m² RentPerMonth

N$21,400 00 plus 15% VAT

Full particulars pertaining to the lease will lie for inspection by interested persons until *Tuesday, 15 April 2025 at room 30,MunicipalOffices, Kuisebmond For more information Mr Desmond Zauisomue can be contacted at telephone (064) 2013232duringoffice hours.

Written objections, duly motivated, to the intended transaction must be received by the undersigned before or at 12:00 "Friday, 18 April 2025.

JACKRMANALE

ActingGeneral Manager: Community& Economic Development MunicipalOffices CivicCentre Nangolo Mbumba Drive PrivateBag5017

WalvisBay Fax: (064)209714

Death Notices

Request for Proposals: On-Site Laundry and Office Cleaning Contract

LangerHeinrichUranium(Pty)Ltd('LHU')isseekingestablishedand reputable companies with proven expertise in on-site laundry and officecleaningservicestosubmitproposals.

Eligibility Criteria

Interested parties must meet the following criteria:

1. Legal Requirements

· Must be a legally registered company

· Must be in good standing with Social Security, Namibia RevenueAgency, and the NamibianTrainingAuthority

· Must be registered for ValueAddedTax ('VAT').

2. Key Competencies and Skills

· Must be an established company that possesses the relevant resources, expertise, and a well-proven track record of providing services of this nature.

· Interested parties must indicate the number of years they have been in business.

3. Pre-requisite to receive the tender documents:

· Shortlisted companies will be required to complete the relevant pre-qualification questionnaires.

Important Information:

· LHU reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal received.

· Only shortlisted companies will receive the tender documentation for bid submission.

· Interested companies should email their proposals to LHU.Tenders@lhupl.com

· Closing date for expression of interest is 4April 2025.

· No mails will be opened beyond this date and time.

For further details and to express interest, please contact us at LHU.Tenders@lhupl.com

“It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our friend and colleague Wilma Smith.

* 16 July 1972 - † 23 March 2025

16 July 1972 - 23 March 2025

She will be missed & remembered for her hard work and dedication to Baader Namibia.

Our thoughts are with her family especially her son Ewan, Mom and Dad and her sister Annemarie and Dirk .

She was a kind and caring person that was always willing to help others. Her two “furry friends” Lyla and Ava will miss her as well.

From all the staff at Baader Namibia

NOTICEOFINTENTIONTOESTABLISH NEWTOWNSHIP(NARRAVILLE EXTENSION10)

Please take note that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intendstoapplytotheMunicipalCouncilandtheUrban andRegionalPlanningBoardforconsenttoestablisha newtownshiptobeknownasNarravilleExtension10on Farm64(aPortionofFarmWanderdunenNo.23)which islocatedalongthefuturecontinuationofCeaserMartin Street,Narraville,WalvisBayLocalAuthorityArea. TheproposedNarravilleExtension10willcompriseof approximately214ervenandRemaidner(Streets).The 214 erven are made up of predominantly Single Residential erven as well as few General Residential 1 and2,Institutional,GeneralBusiness,LightIndustrial, PublicOpenSpaceandUtilityServiceserven.

Pleasefurthertakenotethat-

(a) the plan lies for inspection at Room 101 of the offices of the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre,NangoloMbumbaDrive; (b) any person having objections to the establishment concerned or who wants to comment thereon, may lodgesuchobjectionsandcomments,togetherwith the grounds thereof, in writing with the Municipal CouncilandtheUrbanandRegionalPlanningBoard within14daysofthelastpublicationofthisnotice

Applicant:

MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay (064)2013348 townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na

NOTICEOFINTENTIONTOESTABLISH NEWTOWNSHIP(WALVISBAY EXTENSION19)

Please take note that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intendstoapplytotheMunicipalCouncilandtheUrban andRegionalPlanningBoardforconsenttoestablisha newtownshiptobeknownasWalvisBayExtension19 onConsolidatedPortion236[ConsolidationofPortions 85,111,141and235(aPortionofPortion196)]Walvis BayTownandTownlandsNo.1.,whichislocatedatthe c/o Johnson Fwafwa Mabakeng and Union Streets, WalvisBay,WalvisBayLocalAuthorityArea.

TheproposedWalvisBayExtension19willbeamixed land use township, comprising of approximately 98 ervenandRemainder(Streets).Mostofthetotalsitearea will be used for Light Industrial, Undetermined and Private/Public Open Space purposes. However, the township also makes provision for few Single Residential/General Residential 1, General Business, Institutional,CombinedLandUse,MunicipalPurposes, Cemetery, Special, Government and Utility Services erven.

Pleasefurthertakenotethat(a) the plan lies for inspection at Room 101 of the offices of the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre,NangoloMbumbaDrive. (b) any person having objections to the establishment concernedorwhowantstocommentthereon,may lodgesuchobjectionsandcomments,togetherwith thegroundsthereof,inwritingwiththeMunicipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Boardwithin14daysofthelastpublicationofthis notice.

Applicant: MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay (064)2013348 townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na

(1Cor 15:26)

NOTICEOFINTENTIONTOESTABLISH NEWTOWNSHIP(GREENVALLEY EXTENSION7)

Please take note that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intendstoapplytotheMunicipalCouncilandtheUrban andRegionalPlanningBoardforconsenttoestablisha newtownshiptobeknownasGreenValleyExtension7 onPortion11ofFarm37,whichislocatedonFarm37, GreenValley,WalvisBayLocalAuthorityArea. TheproposedGreenValleyExtension7willcompriseof approximately 294 Erven and Remainder (Street. The 294 erven are made up of predominantly Single ResidentialervenaswellasfewGeneralResidential1, Local Business, Utility Services, Institutional, General Business, Government, Public Open Space and Utility Serviceserven.

Pleasefurthertakenotethat-

(a) the plan lies for inspection at Room 101 of the offices of the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre,NangoloMbumbaDrive; (b) any person having objections to the establishment concerned or who wants to comment thereon, may lodgesuchobjectionsandcomments,togetherwith the grounds thereof, in writing with the Municipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Board within 14 days of the last publication of this notice.

Applicant: MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay (064)2013348 townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na

NOTICEOFINTENTIONTOESTABLISH NEWTOWNSHIP(WALVISBAY EXTENSION19)

Please take note that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intendstoapplytotheMunicipalCouncilandtheUrban andRegionalPlanningBoardforconsenttoestablisha newtownshiptobeknownasWalvisBayExtension19 onConsolidatedPortion236[ConsolidationofPortions 85,111,141and235(aPortionofPortion196)]Walvis BayTownandTownlandsNo.1.,whichislocatedatthe c/o Johnson Fwafwa Mabakeng and Union Streets, WalvisBay,WalvisBayLocalAuthorityArea.

TheproposedWalvisBayExtension19willbeamixed land use township, comprising of approximately 98 erven and Remainder (Streets). Most of the total site areawillbeusedforLightIndustrial,Undeterminedand Private/Public Open Space purposes. However, the township also makes provision for few Single Residential/General Residential 1, General Business, Institutional,CombinedLandUse,MunicipalPurposes, Cemetery, Special, Government and Utility Services erven.

Pleasefurthertakenotethat(a) the plan lies for inspection at Room 101 of the offices of the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Civic Centre,NangoloMbumbaDrive.

(b) any person having objections to the establishment concernedorwhowantstocommentthereon,may lodgesuchobjectionsandcomments,togetherwith thegroundsthereof,inwritingwiththeMunicipal Council and the Urban and Regional Planning Boardwithin14daysofthelastpublicationofthis notice.

Applicant: MunicipalityofWalvisBay PrivateBag5017 WalvisBay (064)2013348 townplanning@walvisbaycc.org.na

Nedbank Namibia Cycle Challenge

Returns

The Nedbank Cycle Challenge, dubbed 'The Greatest Ride Underthe Sun' makes its return to the tarmac afterits 2024 hiatusduetothemourningperiodobservedafterthepassing offormerpresidentHageGeingobinFebruarylastyear.

This year's Nedbank Cycle Challenge, scheduled for Sunday, 13 April 2025, will feature various distances of 20km, 30km, 60km and 100km distance categories The race will start at 7:00 at Nedbank Campus, on the corner of Fidel

Castro and Rev Michael Scott Street, and conclude on Independence Avenue in front of Zoo Park.

The Nedbank Cycle Challenge debuted in 1986 and has since become one of the oldest and most prestigious competitive cycling races in Namibia. In its last edition, the event saw over 750 cyclists participating in the various distances.

Nedbank Namibia Executive for Retail and Business Banking,

JGvanGraansaid,'We are incredibly proud to golivewiththisedition of the Nedbank Cycle Challenge-atestament to our long-standing commitment to promoting health, wellness, andcommunityspiritin Namibia.Headdedthat the Nedbank Cycle Challenge does not only bring together cyclists from all walks of life but also highlights the beauty and resilienceofournation.

“We look forward to anot

exciting competition andcamaraderie,andwe are grateful for the continuedsupportofour co-sponsors, and partners ” “As money expertswhodogood,we arefosteringacultureof excellence and active living that will benefit generations to come” Van Graan concluded. Entries into the 2025 Nedbank Cycle Challenge opened on 27 Marchandwillcloseon 9Aprilat00:00.Cyclists can enter via the Pay Todayplatforms.

Namibia Held By Equatorial Guinea

TheNamibianBraveWarriorshavebeenheldtoa1-1draw by Equatorial Guinea in their latest 2026 FIFAWorld Cup qualifier played at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in PolokwaneonMonday.

ThedrawseestheBrave Warriors extend their unbeaten run in the qualifiers to six games, with three wins and three draws. They are second on the log with 12 points four points adrift of Group H leadersTunisia who are on 16 points. It is now themostpointsNamibia have ever managed in a WorldCupqualification campaign, beating the preliminaries for the 2014 and 2022 finals, when they claimed 11 points in eight games. Thetopteamineachof the nine qualification groups earns a place at next year's World Cup finals hosted in the United States, Mexico and Canada, while the four best runners-up enter an arduous intercontinental playoff campaign for one further berth. Namibia took the lead through their all-time leading scorer Peter Shalulile but were pegged back moments later as Saul Coco equalised for the visitors Namibia opened the scoreboard six minutes into the second half when Deon Hotto'sdeliveryintothe

six-yardboxwasmetby Shalulile who provided a calm side-footed finishfromcloserange. But the lead only lasted three minutes as the visitors drew level Esteban Orozco free kick into the box was parried by Namibia goalkeeper Edward Maova and Equatorial Guinea defender Saul Coco reacted quickest to score from close range. Namibia is at home for their next two qualifiers against Malawi and Sao Tome e Principe in September Theycantakesixpoints fromthosefixturestoat

the very least put themselves in a strong position for one of the best runner-up spots

TheBraveWarriorswill finish their qualifying campaign in October this year with a trip to Liberia and a potential group showdown away againstTunisia.

Namibia is one of nine sides yet to lose in the qualifiers, placing themselves in good company with the likes of Egypt, Senegal, Cameroon, Morocco andIvoryCoast,with53 African nations taking part.

Panagiotis and Klamer Storm to African Cup Glory

GreektriathletePanagiotisBitadosand Dutch competitor, Rachel Klamer were victorious in the men and women's elite categories at the fourth edition of the AfricaTriathlonCupheldlastSaturday inSwakopmund.

The Germans, Justus Nieschlag and Valentin Wernz secured second and third places respectively in the men'srace,whilstSouth Africa's Bridget TheunissenandFinjaSchierl from Germany ended second and third in the women's race The competition that served as both the Namibian national championship andtheAfricaTriathlon Cup also played a crucialroleinOlympics preparations, recording its highest number of participants,withnearly 150 competitors participating It not only featured elite, junior, and age-group athletes, but also the growing Paralympic division, whoseparticipationwill be expanded. President of the Namibia Triathlon Federation Michael Greef has expressed optimismforthefuture, saying the federation is aiming to surpass 250 entries next year and to continue growing the sport in Namibia. “On behalf of the Namibia Triathlon Federation I wouldliketoextendour deepest gratitude to the Municipality of Swakopmund.Withoutyour support and collaboration,theAfricaTriathlon Cup Swakopmund would not have been

possible, ” Greef remarked. Namibia National Champion – Sprint Distance (Age Group 20-29): 1 Tristan Mouton–01:21:44

Sprint Distance (Age Group 30-39) –

PodiumFinishers: 1, Petrus Human –01:09:34

2. Jan Louis Mostert –01:12:10

3 Wessel Marthinus Oosthuysen–01:22:02

Namibia National Championships –Sprint Distance (Age Group40-49)

1 Andrew "Danger" Rowles–01:11:01

2 Tyrone Kotze –01:13:43

3. Peter Brinkmann –01:15:33

Namibia National Championships–Para Athletes

A special shoutout to our incredible Namibian Para Athletes, Jerome Rooi and

Mateus Angula, who both put in outstanding performances at the Namibia Na

onal Championships during theAfricaTriathlonCup in Swakopmund A remarkable milestone forMateusAngula,who completed his first-ever triathlon.Hepreviously represented Namibia as aParaSwimmerandhas now transitioned into the world of triathlon. Next stop for our NamibianParaAthletes: African Championships in Nelson Mandela Bay on5and6April.

Jerome Rooi – PTS2

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namib times Sport

It’s Game on for the Walvis Bay Salt Eagles

TheNamibiaWalvisBaySaltEaglesisreadytorepresent theLandoftheBraveattheAfricanunder19WorldCup QualifiersinLagosNigeria.

Coastal cricketers, Rowan Van Vuuren Junior Taanyanda, Max Heingo, Dan Brassell and Ben Brassell are included in the Walvis Bay Salt Eagles's squad that will be up against the host Nigeria in their firstgameonFriday,28 March. The six participating teams Namibia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzaniaarevyingfora spot in the World Cup, joining the 11 Full Member cricket nations that have automatically qualifiedfortheeventin Zimbabwe and Namibia.The 14 manWalvis

Bay Salt Eagles qualifying squad are Adriaan Coetzee (Cricket Namibia Sports and Leadership Centre), Ben Brassell (Pro-Ed

,

Lintvelt (Windhoek

School), Faf Du Plessis (Windhoek

Gymnasium), Henry Grant (St Pauls College), Janco Engelbrecht (Gobabis Gymnasium),Junior

Taanyanda (Flamingo High School), Liam Basson (Paul Roos Gymnasium), Luca Micillo (Windhoek Afrikaans Private School), Max Heingo (Flamingo High School), Rowan Van Vuuren (Walvis Bay Private School), Tiaan van der Merwe (Windhoek Gymnasium) and Waldo Smith (WindhoekGymnasium)

Young Namibian Rally Team Makes History

TheyoungestRallyteaminNamibia,ZacharyMartinandAniqueSchoemanmade historyastheduobecametheyoungestteamevertoclinchtheNamibianNational RallyChampionship.

This dynamic duo's seamless teamwork, sharp drivingskills,andstrategicprecisiongavethemthe edgetheyneededtoemergevictoriousandproved thatageisjustanumberastheydominatedthe2024 rally, securing stage wins and rally victories throughouttheseason.Theirjourneytothetitlewas anything but easy Facing fierce competition from seasonedrallyveterans,ZacharyandAniquehadto push themselves and their VW Polo 2.0 to the absolute limit Zachary, reflecting on their achievement saying that they worked incredibly hard to secure the number one spot in the country “Everystage,everyrally,wegaveitourall,andto finally win the national title, a dream come true.”

Anique, the co-driver, who is the guiding force in keeping them on course said that she and Zachary shareadeeptrustandastrongsenseofteamwork.

“Our ability to communicate seamlessly made all the difference.” Their victory not only marks a milestone in Namibian rally history but also sets the stage for an exciting title defence this year With their eyes on back-to-back championships, theyoungchampionsarereadytotakeonthe2025 season. “We know it won't be easy, but we're excited for the challenge. Defending the title meanswemustpushevenharder,andwe'reready forit”theysaid.Astheygearupforanotherseason, the motorsport community will be watching closely to see if this young powerhouse can continue to break records and inspire the next generationofrallydriversandnavigators.Zachary andAniquewillbeinactionsattheSwakopRally thatissetfor5AprilinandaroundSwakopmund.

Swakopmund Fight Club to Host Tatami Titans Tournament

Swakopmund Fight Club will host TatamiTitanstournamenton29March at the Swakopmund Hotel and Entertainment Centre (Spitzkoppe Hall)inthecoastaltown.

The highly anticipated firstcombattournament in the Erongo region promisetobeanactionpackedeventasfighters ofallageswillshowcase top martial artists from theErongoandKhomas regions The Tatami Titans tournament that willstartat9:00willsee both male and female Kickboxing and Jiu-Jitsucompetitorsstepupto prove their strength, skill, and determination as they will battle for supremacy on the day, battling on the Tatami mat.Accordingtoevent organiser Jackeline Sass, the kickboxing division will include point fighting, light contact,andfullcontact,

while Jiu-Jitsu competitors will test their grappling skills in both GI and No-GI categories. She said, “with a blend of speed, technique, and endurance, the Tatami Titans tournament is set to highlight the incredible talent emerging from Namibia's martial arts scene.” Sass said that martial arts enthusiasts and supporters are encouraged to attend and witness this captivatingdisplayofcombat sports “Whether you'readedicatedfanor newtothesport,Tatami Titanspromisesadayof adrenaline-pumping action and sportsmanship.”

Namibian Rally Driver Zachary Martin and his navigator Anique Schoeman

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