While the seasonal ‘efundja’ floods often bring devastation to northern Namibia, they also usher in an unexpected source of income for many residents - the abundance of local catfish that accompany the high waters.
Across the flood-affected regions of Ohangwena, Omusati, Oshana, and parts of Oshikoto, a common sight is people, predominantly those residing in vulnerable areas, casting their nets and retrieving their catch. This fish becomes a vital commodity, primarily sold to the public, with a smaller portion reserved for household consumption and dried for future use.

In a political twist that has left many Namibians stunned, Joseph Kauandenge, the long-serving Secretary-General of the National Unity Democratic Organisation (NUDO), has been confirmed as the president of a newly formed political association, the Association for Localized Interest (ASOLI), despite previously denying any connection to the entity.

Transport and works cabinet minister, Veikko Nekundi, has been accused of abusing his executive powers to undermine road safety legislation and protect illegal public transport operators, specifically those using 7-seater vehicles.
In a letter presented to Confidente, retired Chief Inspector Ganaseb who spoke on behalf of traffic law enforcement agencies, expressed alarm at what he described as “public threats” issued by the minister against officers lawfully enforcing the Road Traffic and Transport Act (Act No. 22 of 1999). 

In a matter that smacks of gross injustice, a Katutura-based motor mechanic is now paying rent to a recently awarded landlord, for a plot that he has been occupying for almost 20 years – despite having unsuccessfully applied for a lease agreement for the same piece of land from the City of Windhoek. 

• By Jeremiah Ndjoze

An unsuspecting woman from Bo-tswana has found herself a victim of dubious lies from a ‘Namibian’man, only known to her as Moses or JeffMula, who allegedly swindled her out ofmoney amounting to P250,000 - the equiv-alent of N$339,818.40. The two were lovers.The lovebirds met on dating site Tinder.

• By Staff Reporter

As Namibia’s energy sector gains momentum, attention is increasingly turning toward ensuring that the nation’s resource wealth delivers long-term economic empowerment. At a panel session held at the Namibia  International Energy Conference (NIEC) last week – Building Local Business Capacity for Energy Sector Participation – industry stakeholders explored how strategic investments, public-private partnerships and enabling policy frameworks can open doors for Namibian businesses, especially in the oil and gas space.

• By Stefanus Nashama

NamWater has announced significant progress on the first phase of its Ondangwa-Oshali pipeline replacement project, with over 11 kilometres of the planned 17-kilometre stretch already completed. The N$91 million project is seen as a major step toward securing a reliable water supply for residents in the Oshana and Oshikoto regions.

• By Adolf Kaure
Namibian theatre artist, Lize Ehlers says that her industry mentor and theatre guru, Sandy Rudd is an outstanding wonder of the world of theatre. Ehlers said this during an interview, during which she also invited theatre lovers to a two-night celebration of Rudd’s timeless work in the theatre industry.

“She is a force and one of the kindest people I have ever worked with,” said Ehlers. The event, which will take place at the National Theatre of Namibia (NTN) in Windhoek on 16 and 17 May, is titled “Forty Years of Fabulous: A Sandy Rudd Retrospective”.

• By Marx Itamalo

THE police in Ohangwena is warning vehicle owners to employ strict protective measures in order to protect their vehicles after three cars were stolen from the region recently. The vehicles were stolen from Omafo, Eenhana and Onhuno areas respectively.

• By Marx Itamalo

THE police in Ohangwena have warned members of the public to be vigilant following the arrest of two suspects who were found in possession of fake bank notes on Monday. The suspects aged 29 and 36 years old respectively were arrested at Oshikango on Monday after they allegedly to use fake notes to buy alcohol at a well known drinking spot at Oshikango.