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AI deepfake scam targets Namibians using fake Gwen Lister video
A Groot Aub couple nearly lost their savings after almost falling for an online scam featuring an artificial intelligence-generated video of veteran …
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Sankwasa orders ex-councillors to repay N$20m for ‘unapproved’ trips
Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa has directed former Windhoek councillors to repay about N$20 million he says was spent on unappro…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Nghituwamata’s Ghana posting raises integrity concerns
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed former executive director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata as Namibia’s new ambassador to Ghana, even as she rem…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
GBV activists warn of fading momentum
As Namibia marks the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the campaign unfolds amid rising cases of GBV, femicide and violence ag…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Expert says free tertiary education could transform TVET — but warns quality control is key
Wezesha Vocational Training Centre founder Augustinius Ngombe tells Desert FM the free tertiary education plan is a major breakthrough for TVET acces…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Boy Child Advocate Condemns Public Shaming in Schools
Activist Edison Uapingene says publicly shaming students, like the recent viral video of a boy failing exams, can cause long-term emotional harm, dam…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Oranjemund Swearing-In Delay Attributed to Administrative Hurdles, Not Politics – Acting CEO Nekayi
Acting CEO Festus Nekayi tells Desert FM the postponement of the swearing-in of Oranjemund’s newly elected councillors was due to scheduling conflict…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Swakopmund tragedy sparks urgent water safety warning
As families head to the coast this festive season, urgent calls for stronger water safety are being renewed. Emergency responders say many drowning i…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Imalwa’s 2026 acting PG appointment sparks justice sector debate
Prosecutor general (PG) Martha Imalwa has been appointed acting PG for 2026, extending her leadership while the Judicial Service Commission completes…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
New power-sharing deals raise questions on stability
Coalition politics has reshaped regional and local councils following the 2025 elections, with parties forming unexpected alliances from Usakos to Ke…
10 months, 3 weeks ago