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Children of businessman Frans Aupa Indongo, along with other family members, took to the streets to demand the resignation of Martin Shipanga, Chairman of the Indongo Group, and Salomon “Solly” Amadhila, Chairman of the Indongo Trust. The demonstrators marched to the Indongo family homestead at Continental Number One at Oshakati, where they presented a petition outlining their concerns. However, the petition was not received, as the office of the Chairman of the Indongo Trust was closed at the time of their arrival. In their petition, the family members called for greater representation of the founder's children and immediate family in the governance structures of the Indongo Group and Indongo Trust. They argued that, as members of the founder's immediate family, they should have a meaningful role in decision-making concerning the future of the institutions established by Indongo, including matters relating to his legacy, interests and long-term wishes. The family members expressed concern that their voices and interests have allegedly been excluded from important discussions concerning the group's business affairs and the future management of the founder's legacy because his children and family members were removed from the board. They further called for a review of the positions and terms of office of Shipanga and Amadhila, alleging that their respective terms had expired. The family raised concerns regarding who holds the authority to renew or extend the terms of office for Shipanga and Amadhila. They also called for greater clarity and transparency in the governance arrangements. The demonstrators are demanding that both Shipanga and Amadhila step down from their positions with immediate effect. Beyond governance issues, the family is also calling for greater financial support for the founder's children and family members. Their demands reportedly include assistance with education and further studies, medical support, business opportunities and other forms of necessary family assistance. They said the family wants the institutions associated with Frans Aupa Indongo's legacy to operate on principles of transparency, accountability, respect, proper governance and meaningful family representation. Tonateni Haimbodi #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News73,914 views • 16 days ago

The rape case involving 43-year-old Cenored Engineering and Expansion Manager Vehonga Ndura has been postponed to 7 September 2026 in the Otjiwarongo Magistrate’s Court. Ndura, who was arrested on Sunday on a charge of rape, made his first court appearance today before Magistrate Billy Lutaka. Ndura allegedly used physical force against a 15-year-old girl at a guesthouse in Otjiwarongo. State Prosecutor Wendy Nkando represented the State, while Ndura was represented by lawyer Thomas Andima. Eveline Paulus #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20
NBC Digital News25,684 views • 12 days ago

A 34-year-old man is receiving treatment at Katima Mulilo State Hospital after surviving a lion attack in the Kasika area, Kabbe South constituency, on Thursday. Nsundano Libuku, a local fisherman, said he was herding his grandfather's cattle towards a stream with two friends when they noticed the cattle suddenly dispersing. Upon closer inspection, he reported, they discovered a calf they suspected had been killed by a lion. Moments later, he heard the lion roar and saw it immediately pounce on him. He responded by stabbing the animal on its forehead with his spear. During the struggle, he was injured on his left hand, right cheek, neck, and the left side of his head and ear. He added that the animal loosened from the spear and instantly ran off. Nsundano said they only noticed the presence of a second lion after the first one fled. He also said his two friends could not assist because they had no weapons to defend themselves or him. He was treated by officials from the Nakabolelwa Conservancy before being taken to Kasika Clinic, then transported to Katima Mulilo by ambulance. Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism officials confirmed they had received the incident report and would respond in due course. Report: Juliet Sibeso Visuals: Johannes Lengi & contributed #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News343,235 views • 9 months ago

A 16-year-old boy has been commended for his swift actions after rescuing twin babies who were thrown into a pond by their mother in Omutundungu village, located in the Omusati Region. Cornelius Shimwaafeni, a learner at Nicodemus Primary School, was herding livestock near the pond when he witnessed the incident. Shimwaafeni said he could not stand by and watch the 9-month-old twins drown. He narrated that he rushed to the pond and pulled both children from the water, and administered CPR before rushing them to the elders at nearby cuca shops for help. Shimwaafeni’s actions have garnered admiration from both family and community members, with many hailing him as a hero for intervening to save the lives of the twins. The twins have been discharged from the hospital and are now in the care of their 47-year-old father, while their mother remains in custody facing two counts of attempted murder. Shimwaafeni expressed his eagerness to recount his heroic actions when school resumes, and his classmates inquire about their holiday experiences. Ndapanda Shuuya #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News115,036 views • 3 months ago

A 24-year-old woman was denied bail in the Outapi Magistrate’s Court this morning after facing two counts of attempted murder. Theresia Johannes is accused of throwing her 9-month-old twin children, a boy and a girl, into a water pond at Omutundungu Village in the Omusati Region on Saturday with the intention to kill them. The twins were rescued by a cattle herder who witnessed the incident and intervened. During her first court appearance, Johannes broke down in tears and appeared unwell. She told the court she would conduct her own defense. The case was postponed to the 3rd of September for further investigation. Ndapanda Shuuya #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcplusapp
NBC Digital News57,780 views • 3 months ago

A fatal car accident occurred 30 kilometres south of Otjiwarongo when a minibus and truck collided head-on. The incident involved a Ministry of Health and Social Services patient transport bus en route to Windhoek. Preliminary investigations indicate that one of the vehicles may have struck a kudu, leading to the head-on collision. The bus then caught fire on impact. Details on fatalities and injuries are yet to be released. Faith Sankwasa #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News56,335 views • 4 months ago

During Tuesday’s parliamentary debates, Affirmative Repositioning (AR) MP Fredrick Shitana raised concerns about the design of the new Namibia Dollar notes, specifically the absence of a young springbok. Shitana said that, while the note features male and female springboks, symbolising the first generation, the young springbok is missing, leading him to conclude that the younger generation is not represented. “The young ones were removed from this. The young generation is no longer represented on this note. What happened? Was it stolen, or was it burnt in Etosha?” he asked. In response, Minister of Finance Ericah Shafudah acknowledged Shitana’s attention to financial developments and said that the current number of animals on the note is acceptable as long as the note remains secure and safe. Hendrick Muronga #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News116,999 views • 10 months ago

Family members accompanied by officials have arrived at the Gugulethu Cemetery in Cape Town, where Namibian political prisoner Simon Niilenge is buried. Niilenge died on Robben Island in 1974. His remains, together with those of fellow political prisoner Festus Nehale, are expected to be exhumed on Thursday and Friday as part of a programme to repatriate them to Namibia from South Africa. The remains will be prepared for transportation to Namibia, where Niilenge and Nehale are expected to be reburied as Namibia commemorates Heroes’ Day. The repatriation programme also includes 84 human remains held at the Iziko Museum of South Africa. The remains are largely those of the San, Nama, Damara, Ovaherero and Aawambo people whose bodies were taken from Namibia following the genocide committed between 1904 and 1908. Historical records indicate that some of the remains were transported to South Africa and other countries for scientific research and experiments. Emil Xamro Seibeb #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #NBCNews
NBC Digital News10,251 views • 18 days ago

A boy believed to be of primary school age has drawn widespread social media attention after a video showed him answering mathematics questions with speed and consistent accuracy. In the video, a person recording it asks him a series of math problems, which he answers instantly and effortlessly. The video has since circulated widely on social media, with members of the public calling for his abilities to be formally assessed to ensure his talent is properly supported. Johanna !Uri#Khos Video : Contributed #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News67,561 views • 7 months ago

About six vehicles were pulled over at the Okapuka roadblock between Windhoek and Okahandja for speeding. Five had Botswana number plates and were travelling over 180 km/h towards the roadblock, authorities said. All drivers received fines and stern warnings to obey traffic rules and prioritise passenger safety. NH !Noabeb #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News71,401 views • 8 months ago

Local artist James Om’longo entertained crowds at Oshakati Hospital in the Oshana Region during Albinism Awareness Day. The event brings together medical experts and people with albinism, and Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge is scheduled to deliver the keynote address. #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News25,943 views • 2 months ago

What started as a small online rant between Namibia and Nigeria quickly escalated into a full-blown cyber clash between the two nations. The situation reached new heights when some Namibians jokingly renamed Nigeria “Abegistan.” Amid the online chaos, Nigerian youth Ezeani Sylvanus Obiora chose to publicly side with Namibia, a move that captured the attention of many. In response, a WhatsApp fundraiser was launched to help bring him to Namibia. Upon arrival, the organising committee treated him to kapana as one of his first stops in the country. He is also expected to travel to the coast as part of his Namibian experience. Obiora has since been renamed Tangeni by the online community. Anna-Etuhole Nicodemus #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News28,870 views • 3 months ago

Motorists in Windhoek were left stunned after a group of Angolan street vendors were seen bathing and washing their clothes in public following a burst water pipe near the circle intersection opposite Hartlief and Meatco. According to Linda Katyoka, one of the individuals at the scene, the group noticed water leaking from the damaged pipe and used the opportunity to bathe and wash their clothes. “We did not know that we were not allowed to bathe there. Where we stay, we do not have water and do not get the opportunity to bathe,” Katyoka explained to the NBC team. The incident attracted attention from members of the public, prompting officers from the City of Windhoek Police to intervene. Police instructed the individuals to get dressed immediately, explaining that bathing in public was inappropriate and damaging to the image of the city. REPORT: MARTHA MWAFANGEYO #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcplusapp
NBC Digital News29,766 views • 3 months ago

Windhoek City Police traffic officers are analysing recordings of an incident that took place in Khomasdal to identify and trace the drivers. CCTV footage from the intersection of Kornalyn Street at Park Foods in Khomasdal shows clear examples of reckless driving by motorists during the morning rush. The footage captures vehicles overtaking in restricted areas and stopping past designated stop lines at traffic lights. Last week, Minister of Works and Transport Veikko Nekundi directed all police and traffic units to submit weekly recordings of reckless driving to his office. The footage will be used to identify drivers whose conduct may lead to suspension or cancellation of their driving licences. Emil Xamro Seibeb #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News48,241 views • 6 months ago

Minister of Health and Social Services Dr. Esperance Luvindao, Deputy Education Minister Dino Ballotti, and 120 young people from the National Youth Service are out in the field, clearing bushes around state hospitals. With shovels in hand, the two government officials explained the significance of the project, emphasising that a hospital should serve as a healing environment and maintain a professional appearance. They added that cleanliness and services should be held to high standards and meet global expectations. NH !Noabeb #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News86,658 views • 1 year ago

Police investigations indicate that Juanita Karolus, a 33-year-old woman whose body was found behind the People's Primary School on 3 October, was last seen alive on 2 October at about 23:00 in the company of an unidentified man. The man, according to CCTV footage, was wearing blue overalls, carrying a black backpack, and holding a black plastic bag. The two were last seen walking along Hans-Dietrich Street, heading toward Hans |Uirab Street in Katutura. The Namibian Police are asking the public for assistance in identifying the man as part of the ongoing murder and rape investigation. Emil Xamro Seibeb Visuals Contributed #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News67,099 views • 10 months ago

A tragic head-on collision on the B1 highway, a few kilometres north of Mariental, has claimed 14 lives. Hardap Police Head of Crime Investigations Division, Deputy Commissioner John Mwatongela, confirmed the accident, which occurred early this morning. He said a police van and a Hardap Namibian Correctional Service facility van were involved in the head-on collision. The deputy commissioner said the police van was carrying six passengers, including five officers and a civilian, while the correctional service vehicle had 13 on board. Luqman Cloete #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News74,758 views • 1 year ago

Oshikoto Police have arrested a pensioner from Oshiyagaya Village in Onyaanya Constituency for allegedly starving and physically abusing a 16-year-old Angolan domestic worker. The 62-year-old woman is expected to appear in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court on Monday. The girl, who is currently hospitalised, told NBC News about how she has allegedly endured abuse at the hands of her employer since mid-last year. Her alleged abuse came to light after a video about her condition went viral on social media, prompting police to take action. She claims that she was often starved, worked without a break, and slept on the floor in a shack with no door for a salary of N$500, which she never received. The Oshikoto police are yet to release further details as investigations unfold. Ndapanda Shuuya #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News36,299 views • 5 months ago

A couple who are set to get married in two weeks' time were dealt a heavy blow when their wedding items were stolen. The distraught couple is now pleading for assistance in recovering their stolen items. The police have stated that nothing has been recovered yet and no suspect has been identified. The couple, who reside in Opalas settlement, are devastated and finding it difficult to hold back their tears. The groom-to-be works as a security officer, while the bride-to-be is currently unemployed. They are unable to raise enough funds to replace their stolen items in time. The stolen items include wedding rings, a wedding gown, suits, shoes, and other essential items needed for the wedding. Andreheid Albin and Sakaria Kandadi have been together for approximately seven years. They got married at the magistrate court last year and had been planning their dream wedding, which unfortunately will not be possible due to the setback. Report: Ndapanda Shuuya #NBCNews #nbcdigitalnews #nbcDSTV282 #nbcGOtv20 #nbcPlusApp
NBC Digital News110,338 views • 2 years ago