August 2011

Whichever Way the Wind Blows

THE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Utoni Nujoma, is probably at his most articulate best when he tells his audience that Namibia does not recognise governments that come to "power through undemocratic means".

Heymans Wins Skyride At Heja

Mannie Heymans won the elite section of the Cycletec Marua Superspar Skyride MTB Race at Heja Lodge, on Saturday.

Rugby Union, Government in More Talks

GOVERNMENT yesterday held further talks with the Namibia Rugby Union in an attempt to salvage Hage Geingob Stadium.

Crash Victims Identified

THE six people who burnt to death in an accident between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo on Sunday are Eliazer Tjijerua (36), Uanderike Ndjizemburukua (8), Arney Tuvejeuke (40), Petoorua Tjinjoro (17), Elvis Tjirumendu Kaangundue Tjivikua Mbeto (27) and Kazumi Aikawa (37).

National Census to Begin Shortly

THE 2011 Population and Housing Census will take place across the country from August 28 to September 10.

45-Year Prison Term Asked in Rape Case

A MAN convicted of raping a baby at Otjiwarongo almost three years ago is set to hear today whether he will receive the most severe punishment prescribed under the Combating of Rape Act of 2000.

Rapper Nabbed for Assault

AN AWARD-WINNING Namibian rapper is expected to appear in court today after he allegedly assaulted his ex-girlfriend seriously and caused damage to her property.

South Africa Invites Local Bodybuilders

THE South African Natural Bodybuilders Association has invited their Namibian counterparts to compete at their national championships.

Two Years for a Drug Dealer

A DRUG user, who was caught with 19 'rocks' of crack-cocaine in Swakopmund on Sunday, was found guilty on two counts of drug possession and received a total sentence of two years imprisonment or a fine of N$10 000.

Windhoek Gymkhana Hosts Equestrian Event

THE Gymkhana Club Windhoek will host the annual 2011 FEI World Jumping Challenge this weekend, organisers said yesterday.