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STEM VIR NAMIBIË SE CASSIA Namibiërs het nog tyd om hul stemme te laat hoor om die land se verteenwoordiger by die 71ste Mej. Heelal-kompetisie, Cassia Sharpley, as wenner van die kompetisie aan te wys wat tans in New Orleans, Louisiana in Amerika aan die gang is. Harnaaz Sandhu van Indië kroon môreaand haar opvolger, met die kroning wat vanaf 03:00 Sondagoggend (Namibiese tyd) regstreeks op die stromingsdiens Roku Channel te sien is. Om vir Cassia te stem, laai die Miss Universe-toep af, kies die stem-ikoon en laat jou stem hoor! Gereelde plasings oor die mooie Namibiër se heelal-reis word ook gereeld op die Miss Universe- sowel as Miss Namibia-Facebookbladsye gedoen. FOTO MISS NAMIBIA

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gekry?’ Dan moet ek eers ’n foto saam met die mense neem. “Gelukkig het ek die volgende dag deur Swakopmund en Walvisbaai gery, waar ek toe vir my ’n nuwe tent kon aanskaf. Wat ’n ondervinding. Ek is soms lus en draai om en doen alles weer van voor af,” het Gert vertel.

AVONTUUR Hy het al van jongs af ’n groot passie vir nie net motorfietse nie, maar ook vir motors. “Ek het op elke motorfiets waarop ek my hande kon lê, gery. Ek het elke voertuig se naam en selfs die grootte van die enjin en die modelnommer

geken. Ek het besluit om die toer aan te pak omdat ek nog altyd iets besonders wou doen en ek is mal oor natuurskoon, avontuur en om so vry soos ’n voël te voel. Hierdie is ’n ‘once in a lifetime’-ondervinding. “Ek wou graag die kultuur en mense eerstehands kom beleef. Daar is niks lekkerder as om jouself te toets en emosionele en fisieke struikelblokke te oorkom nie.” Gert is mal oor Namibië en sy mense. Hy kan egter nie sê watter plek sover vir hom die mooiste is nie, omdat talle bestemmings in die land so uniek is. NA BL. 2

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Die sosiale media het onlangs gegons oor die jong man wat alleen op sy motorfiets deur Namibië ry en sy tent tussen Hentiesbaai en die Spitzkoppe verloor het. Dié solo-reisiger is Gert Maré (29) van Ermelo, Mpumalanga, in SuidAfrika. Gert het op 29 Desember 2022 vanaf Ermelo op sy motorfiets weggetrek en deur Botswana tot in Hentiesbaai gery, waar hy by vriende gaan kuier het en sy toer deur Namibië begin het. “Ek het besluit om een aand by die Spitzkoppe te oornag en het die grondpad vanaf Hentiesbaai aangedurf. Ná ’n baie erge sinkplaatpad het ek by die Spitzkoppe aangekom en toe besef my tent is skoonveld. Ek bespreek toe vinnig ’n staanplek by die kampplek en verduidelik dat ek moet terugjaag om my tent te gaan soek. Ek het my bagasie by hulle gelos en my soektog na die tent begin. “Ongelukkig kon ek dit nie vind nie. Ek het toe vir my vriende in Hentiesbaai daarvan vertel. Hulle het ’n plasing op die Hentiesbaai GeselsFacebookblad gemaak en dadelik het ek die hele Namibië op hol gehad oor my verlore tent. Ek moes daardie nag onder die sterre slaap – een van die mees asemrowende ervarings wat ek nóg gehad het. ’n Mens kan amper niks daarvoor inruil om vir een aand onder die sterre te slaap nie, maar in my geval het ek my tent geruil en as dit die prys is, sal ek elke keer my tent ruil. Dit was ’n ontsagwekkende ervaring. “My Facebookblad het gegons soos die mense gepraat het van ‘Gert, sy ysterperd en sy verlore tent’. Tot vandag toe, as ek by ’n vulstasie of kampplek aankom, word ek gevra: ‘Is jy Gert met die ysterperd? Het jy al jou tent

Die minister van gesondheid en maatskaplike dienste het verlede jaar erken Namibië het slegs ’n handvol dialisepersoneel.

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ie ministerie van gesondheid en maatskaplike dienste bestee jaarliks meer as N$50 miljoen vir dialisedienste by private geriewe. Staatspasiënte word noodgedwonge na private instellings verwys omdat die ministerie ’n tekort aan dialisestoele het. Die ministerie het tans sowat 20 dialise-stoele oraloor die land. Dit sluit in die nuutste ses by ’n voorafvervaardigde sentrum wat oorspronklik opgerig is vir Covid-19pasiënte by die Katutura-hospitaal se respiratoriese eenheid. Volgens die uitvoerende direkteur in die ministerie, Ben Nangombe, is

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baie in die land voor en daar is ’n aanvraag vir hierdie diens. Ons het baie pasiënte en wat ons (ministerie) het, is nie voldoende vir almal nie. “Die aard van hierdie siektes is dat

behandeling nie vertraag kan word nie. Dit is hoekom ons pasiënte na private geriewe verwys,” het Nangombe gesê. NA BL. 2

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VAN BL. 1 “Elke plek is die mooiste op sy eie manier. By elke plek is die een mens vriendeliker as die ander en almal is altyd bereid om te help.” Gert was reeds in die meeste dorpe langs die Na­ mibiese kus en het ook al sommiges in die binne­ land besoek. “Ek is tans, ná 4 500 kilometer, in Aus. Van hier af sal ek Lüderitz toe ry om Kolmanskop te gaan besoek. Ek hoop om die wilde perde langs die pad te kry. Ek is dan van plan om teen die Oranjerivier af te ry tot in Oranjemund en dan terug na Suid­Afrika, maar eers nadat ek die Visriviercanyon gesien en daar gaan kamp het.”

RAAD Gert se raad aan ander jongmense is die volgende: “Gaan uit en leef jou visie, maak nie saak hoe laf dit vir ander mense klink nie. Gaan krap diep in jou hart en vind uit wie wil jy wees – nie wat nie, maar wie – en leef dit uit. “’n Mens kan nie iemand anders se visie uitleef nie. Moenie bang wees vir verloor nie, anders sal jy jouself nooit verder druk nie. Met alles wat ek al ooit aangepak het, was ek bereid om te verloor. “Moenie dat die vrees vir wat kan gebeur uiteinde­ lik niks laat gebeur nie. Jou drome gaan nie vanself waar word nie, so werk jou gat af. Waar jy uitkom in die lewe word nie soseer bepaal deur waar jy begin het nie, maar of jy wel begin het. “Laastens, as jy nie tyd het om iets die eerste keer goed te doen nie, het jy seker tyd om dit oor te doen.” – [email protected]

Miljoene jaarliks vir dialise VAN BL. 1 Hoewel die verwagting is om ’n afname in open­ bare besteding op dialise­dienste te sien sodra die regering nog stoele aankoop, sê Nangombe sommige pasiënte sal steeds na private geriewe verwys word indien die staat beperkte kapasiteit het. Die hoop volgens hom is dat dialise­dienste na Keetmanshoop, Rundu en Katima Mulilo uitge­ brei kan word. Die gesondheidsminister, dr. Kalumbi Shangu­ la, het laas jaar in die parlement gesê wanneer die projek uiteindelik uit die blokke is, sal gekwalii­ seerde personeel buite Namibië se grense aangestel moet word. Die land het net ’n handvol dialise­per­ soneel, wat insluit ’n toegewyde dokter, ’n nefro­ loog, dialise­verpleegkundiges en dieetkundiges. “Ons sal hierdie personeel in die tussentyd buite die grense van die land moet werf, terwyl ons ons eie oplei. Die regering inansier twee Namibiërs wat tans opleiding as nefroloë buite die land ontvang. “Gegewe die aantal nuwe dialise­eenhede wat ons oraloor die land wil vestig, moet die ministe­ rie indiensopleiding aan meer geïdentiiseerde ver­ pleegsters verskaf wat in hierdie eenhede kan diens verrig,” het Shangula gesê. – [email protected]

Die ysterwiele het weer die afgelope feestyd mense uit en na die hoofstad van Namibië huis toe gebring. FOTO TANJA BAUSE

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ransNamib het oor die afgelope feestyd vir die eerste keer sedert die inperkings van die Covid­19­pandemie in Namibië weer passasiers per trein vervoer – met groot sukses. Volgens TransNamib se woordvoerder, Abigail Raubenheimer, was die gewildste rit die mees onlangse een vanaf Oshikango na Windhoek en van daar na Walvisbaai, toe tot 170 mense saamgery het. Hoewel die rit vanaf Ondangwa tot in die hoofstad 24 uur neem, en vanaf Windhoek na die kus ook nog 10 ure teen 60 km per uur, het passasiers met ilmvertonings en slaapgerie­ we dié nostalgiese ervaring geniet. Boonop was die besparing op kaartjiepryse vanaf N$200 tot N$300 ook baie welkom soos Januarie aangebreek het. Tussen Keetmanshoop en Windhoek was ’n

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“TransNamib, as ’n verantwoordelike korporatiewe burger, het ook die passasierstreindienste teen afslagtariewe bestuur, deur die tariewe vir senior burgers en kinders tussen 6 en 12 teen ’n afslagkoers van 50% te subsidieer.” kaartjie ook net N$200. “TransNamib, as ’n verantwoordelike kor­ poratiewe burger, het sy passasierstreindien­

ste teen afslagtariewe bestuur, deur die tariewe vir senior burgers en kinders tussen 6 en 12 teen ’n afslagkoers van 50% te subsidieer,” voeg sy by. TransNamib het dié passasiersdienste vanaf 9 Desember tot op 8 Januarie gebied en al­ tesaam agt lokomotiewe hiervoor ingespan. “Hierdie huidige skedule het op 8 Janua­ rie geëindig. Ons sal dié dienste slegs tydens spitstye in die loop van hierdie jaar aanbied,” het Raubenheimer uitgebrei. Sy sê TransNamib sal voortgaan om spesia­ le passasierstreindienste te bied, “onderhewig aan ons lokomotiekapasiteit sowel as die toe­ stand van die spore. “Ons lokomotiekapasiteit beperk ons om ’n meer gereelde diens in te stel, maar ons werk daaraan om die kapasiteit te vergroot sodat ons gereelde passasiersdienste, wat betrou­ baar is, kan hervat. “Ons spoorweë is ook geneig tot kwesbaar­ heid weens weersveranderinge en veral ver­ spoelings as gevolg van reën of oorstromings,” sê sy. – [email protected]

           
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Wings Aviation koop Air Namibia se vliegtuie

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Air Namibia se twee Embraer-vliegtuie is verkoop aan Wings Aviation, ’n plaaslike maatskappy wat vliegtuie verhuur. FOTO ARGIEF

» FlyNamibia nié by die transaksie betrokke Die maatskappy beskik oor ’n aantal vliegtuie wat aan lugrederye en lugvaartoperateurs oraloor Afrika verhuur word.

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Maatskappy waarin Wolfgang Grellman, die Westair-groep se voorsitter en direkteur, en die groep se besturende direkteur, Gustav Holz, as direkteure dien, besit nou twee Embraer-vliegtuie wat destyds aan Air Namibia behoort het. Dié transaksie kom midde beskuldigings dat die vliegtuie onderduims deur die bankrot lugredery se likwidateurs Bruni en McLaren verkoop is. Die lugvaartvennote Progress Aviation en AB Airlines het Bruni & McLaren CC verlede jaar van onetiese optrede beskuldig. Die likwidateurs het vroeër na bewering geweier om die aanbod te oorweeg wat die vennote gemaak het vir twee Embraer 135-stralers – wat hulle van plan was om te koop ná die lugredery se ondergang in 2021. Dié bewerings is gemaak in ’n brief, gedateer 15 November, aan die waarnemende minister van openbare ondernemings, Iipumbu Shiimi. By navraag het Bruni en McLaren bevestig die vliegtuie is aan Wings Aviation verkoop. Gruellmann en Holz het die transaksie bevestig, maar het gesê die

vliegtuie kan nie op die oomblik in gebruik geneem word nie.

EIENAARSKAP “Die vliegtuie is nie tans lugwaardig nie, aangesien dit vir meer as drie jaar gestaan het en voorlopig volledige opknapping en instandhouding verg. Nadat hierdie instandhouding afgehandel is, sal die vliegtuig aan kliënte verhuur word wat enige van die huidige of nuwe kliënte kan insluit,” het Gruellmann en Holz gesê. Die duo het gesê Wings Aviation is ’n maatskappy wat vliegtuie verhuur en wie se kliënte Westair Aviation en FlyNamibia insluit. “Wings Aviation Services is ’n maatskappy wat 100% in Namibiese besit is. Die maatskappy beskik oor ’n aantal vliegtuie wat aan lugrederye en lugvaartoperateurs oraloor Afrika verhuur word,” het Gruellmann en Holz gesê.

WESTAIR, FLYNAMIBIA NIE ’N FAKTOR Andre Compion, besturende direkteur van FlyNamibia, het gesê daar is geen verband tussen die twee maatskappye nie, ondanks Gruellmann en Holz se band met FlyNamibia deur die Westair-group, wat ’n 40%-aandelevennoot in FlyNamibia is saam met die Suid-Afrikaansgebaseerde redery Airlink (40%). Die plaaslike prokureur Philip Ellis en Compion het elkeen ’n aandeel van 10% in die lugredery. “FlyNamibia het sy eie direksie, bestuur en personeel en ek is die be-

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sturende direkteur daarvan. Mnr. Grellman is nie ’n direkteur van FlyNamibia nie, en ook nie mnr. Holz nie. Daar kan onmoontlik enige botsende belange wees aangesien FlyNamibia in sy eie beste belange optree – heeltemal onafhanklik van Westair. As ons die vliegtuig by Wings Aviation sou huur, sal dit teen ’n kommersieel haalbare tarief vir beide partye wees, aangesien ons met enige ander verhuurder sal onderhandel,” het Compion gesê.

BEWEERDE ONGERYMDHEDE In hul bewerings oor omgerymdhede rakende die bieproses het Progress Aviation en AB Airlines aangevoer hulle het voldoen aan alle vereistes wat Bruni & McLaren vir die aankoop van vliegtuie gestel het, maar is nie regverdig behandel rakende dié transaksie nie. Die vennote het ’n bewys van die likwidateurs aangevra dat die vliegtuie verkoop is, maar het nog geen reaksie ontvang nie. “Ons het versoek dat die likwidateurs bewys lewer van die bieër se betaling en die proses wat gevolg is, aangesien ons aangeraai is om na Namibië te reis en ons aanbod in te dien volgens die likwidateur se vereistes, aangesien dit oop was vir alle belanghebbendes,” het hulle gesê. “Gevolglik voel ons dat ons nie tydens hierdie proses met eerlikheid, deursigtigheid of regverdigheid behandel is nie. Ons versoek met respek dat [Shiimi se] kantoor ons ’n regverdige bieproses gun.”

Verlede jaar het geëindig met een van die hoogste renosterstroperysyfers in byna ’n dekade. Altesaam 77 renosters is verlede jaar gestroop – 32 meer as in 2021. Volgens die nuutste statistiek wat deur die ministerie van die omgewing, bosbou en toerisme bekend gemaak is, is verlede jaar se syfers die derde hoogste sedert 2013. Die twee hoogste syfers is in 2015 en 2018 aangeteken met onderskeidelik 97 en 84 renosters wat in daardie jare gestroop is. Verdere statistiek toon dat 43 renosters in 2020 gestroop is – terwyl 61 in 2019, 55 in 2017, 66 in 2016 en 56 renosters in 2014 doodgemaak is. Net vier olifante is verlede jaar gestroop in vergelyking met tien in 2021. In 2020 is altesaam 12 olifante gestroop, terwyl 13 olifante in 2019, 27 in 2018, 50 in 2017, 101 in 2016, 49 in 2015 en 78 in 2014 deur stropers doodgemaak is.

ETOSHA Hoewel die ministerie se woordvoerder, Romeo Muyunda, nie kon bevestig of daar reeds vanjaar enige stroperyvoorvalle voorgekom het nie, dui polisieverslae daarop dat daar wel stroperypogings in die Etosha Nasionale Park was. Luidens ’n onlangse polisieverslag is ’n 28-jarige verdagte van die Okangwati-omgewing in Etosha in hegtenis geneem nadat hy glo betrokke was by ’n plan om ’n renoster te stroop. Die voorval het tussen 4 en 6 Januarie aan die westekant van Etosha plaasgevind en die verdagte is glo met vyf rondtes lewendige ammunisie betrap. Die arrestasie is gemaak nadat vermeende stropers agtervolg is

na aanleiding van inligting wat deur intelligensie ingevorder is. “Die voorlopige ondersoeke dui daarop dat verdagtes Etosha binnegegaan het met die doel om ’n renoster te soek, te jag en dood te maak om die renosterhorings vir handelsdoeleindes te verwyder.” Die verdagte is aangekla van sameswering om beskermde wild te jag, asook die besit van ’n vuurwapen en ammunisie sonder ’n lisensie en geldige dokumente. Hy is ook aangekla van oortreding omdat hy Etosha sonder ’n geldige permit binnegegaan het en ’n wapen onwettig by Etosha ingeneem het sonder ’n geldige permit of dokument.

MEESTAL NAMIBIËRS Die ministerie het in November verlede jaar gesê 106 verdagtes is tot dusver in 2022 vir stropery in hegtenis geneem – waarvan 44 in verband met renosterstropery en 62 in verband met olifantstropery was. Muyunda het destyds gesê dis ontstellend om tot die besef te kom dat 93 van hierdie verdagtes Namibiërs is, wat volgens die ministerie in die voorste linie van die stryd téén stropery behoort te staan. Onder die ander verdagtes is agt Angolese en sewe Zambiërs. “Ná die toename in stroperyvoorvalle in 2014 is talle ingrypingspogings oraloor die land onder leiding van die ministerie van stapel gestuur om wildmisdaad te bekamp. Wildmisdaad bedreig nie net die voortbestaan van die spesie nie, maar die aansien van die land se bewaring, sowel as sosioëkonomiese en toerisme-ontwikkeling,” het Muyunda gesê. Die kwessie van renosterstropery vereis die betrokkenheid van alle belanghebbendes, veral lede van die publiek wat vermeende oortreders by die owerhede moet aanmeld.

Verlede jaar is 77 renosters in Namibië gestroop. FOTO ARGIEF

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Kinders wat in Afrika suid van die Sahara gebore word, is blootgestel aan die hoogste risiko van kinderdood ter wêreld – 15 keer hoër as vir kinders in Europa en NoordAmerika.

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amibië se sterftesyfer onder kinders jonger as vyf jaar het verlede jaar tot 39 sterftes per 1 000 lewende geboortes afgeneem. In 2000 het die sterftesyfer op 77 sterftes per 1 000 lewende geboortes gestaan. Volgens die nuutste beramings in twee verslae deur die Verenigde Nasies (VN) is ook bevind meer as 5 miljoen kinders wêreldwyd jonger as vyf - insluitend 2,3 miljoen pasgebore babas en 2,1 miljoen kinders en jongmense tussen die ouderdomme van 5 en 24 jaar - is in 2021 oorlede. Hiervan was 43% adolessente. Daar is ook bevind dat sowat 1,9 miljoen babas regoor die wêreld in dieselfde tydperk doodgebore is, terwyl in Namibië uit ’n geraamde 71 000 geboortes ongeveer 2 000 doodgeboortes was. Volgens die VN is toegang tot en beskikbaarheid van gehalte gesondheidsorg steeds ’n kwessie van lewe of dood vir kinders wêreldwyd. Die meeste kindersterftes vind in die eerste vyf jaar plaas, waarvan die helfte binne die heel eerste maand ná geboorte voorkom. “Vir die jongste babas is premature geboorte en komplikasies tydens kraam die hoofoorsake van dood. Meer as 40 persent van stilgeboortes vind tydens kraam plaas. Die meeste hiervan is voorkombaar indien vroue toegang tot gehaltesorg gedurende swangerskap en geboorte het. “Vir babas wat hul eerste 28 dae oorleef, hou aansteeklike siektes soos longontsteking, diarree en malaria die grootste bedreiging in.” Die verslag toon kinders wat in Afrika suid van die Sahara en SuiderAsië gebore word, staar ’n kleiner kans op oorlewing in die gesig. Verlede jaar het Afrikalande suid van die Sahara slegs 29% van die wêreldwye lewende geboortes

Volgens ‘n verslag van die VN het kinders wat in Afrika suid van die Sahara en Suider-Asië gebore word, ‘n kleiner kans op oorlewing. FOTO ARGIEF gehad, terwyl 56% van alle sterftes onder kinders jonger as vyf hier voorgekom het. Kinders wat in dié Afrikalande gebore word, word blootgestel aan die hoogste risiko van kinderdood ter wêreld – 15 keer hoër as die risiko vir kinders in Europa en Noord-Amerika. Moeders in hierdie twee streke verduur ook die pynlike verlies van babas aan stilgeboorte teen ’n uitsonderlike hoë koers met 77% van alle doodgeboortes ter wêreld in 2021 wat in Afrika suid van die Sahara en Suid-Asië plaasgevind het. Byna die helfte van alle doodgeboortes het in Afrikalande suid van die Sahara plaasgevind. Die risiko vir ’n doodgebore baba in dié gebied is sewe keer groter as in Europa en Noord-Amerika.

WÊRELDWYE AFNAME Die verslae toon nietemin ’n laer risiko van dood onder alle ouderdomme wêreldwyd sedert 2000. Die wêreldwye sterftesyfer onder kinders jonger as vyf jaar het sedert die begin van die eeu met 50% gedaal, terwyl sterftesyfers onder ouer kinders en jongmense met 36% gedaal en die doodgeboortesyfer met 35% afgeneem het. Die verandering kan volgens die VN toegeskryf word aan groter beleggings in die versterking van primêre

gesondheidsorgstelsels tot voordeel van vroue, kinders en jongmense. Die VN wys daarop dat positiewe uitkomste sedert 2010 verminder het en dat 54 lande nie aan die Volhoubare Ontwikkelingsdoelwitte vir sterftes onder kinders jonger as vyf jaar voldoen nie. Die VN waarsku indien daar nie spoedig opgetree word om gesondheidsdienste te verbeter nie, sal byna 59 miljoen kinders en jeugdiges voor 2030 sterf en byna 16 miljoen babas doodgebore word.

COVID-19 EN INENTINGS Die verslae merk verder op dat hoewel Covid-19 nie kindersterftes direk verhoog het nie – vanweë kinders se laer waarskynlikheid om aan die siekte te sterf as volwassenes – het die pandemie moontlik toekomstige risiko’s vir hul oorlewing verhoog. Die verslae beklemtoon veral kommer oor ontwrigting van inentingsveldtogte, voedingsdienste en toegang tot primêre gesondheidsorg wat die kinders se gesondheid en welstand vir baie jare in gevaar kan stel. Boonop het die pandemie die grootste voortgesette afname in inentings in drie dekades aangevuur. Die gevolg is dat die kwesbaarste pasgeborenes en kinders ’n groter risiko loop om aan voorkombare siektes te sterf.

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Amushelelo tree in bres vir werkers › Elizabeth Joseph en Ogone Tlhage Die Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF)aktivis Michael Amushelelo is Woensdag vrygelaat ná sy kortstondige arrestasie nadat hy aan ’n protesaksie deelgeneem het saam met Craft Bistro-werknemers wat beweer hulle word aan onmenslike behandeling onderwerp. Amushelelo, wat nie aangekla is nie, sê hy kan nie stilsit terwyl die werknemers van die restaurant in Talstraat verplig word om te werk in wat hulle as haglike werksomstandighede beskryf nie. Amushelelo se posisie is ’n ommekeer van sy verklaring vroeër dat hy nie meer vir die verdruktes sal kan veg ná sy vrylating uit die tronk verlede November nie. Hy het wel onlangs gesê hoewel hy as aktivis “uitgetree” het, beteken dit nie hy sal nie help veg vir die regte van werkers wat uitgebuit word nie.

Michael Amushelelo sê hy sal nie rus totdat aan die eise van Craft Bistro-werknemers voldoen is nie. FOTO ARGIEF

“Ek is net ’n mens. Soveel as wat ek probeer om my gevoelens weg te steek, voel ek verplig om op te tree wanneer ek ontstellende oproepe ontvang. Mense wat nie vir hulself kan veg nie, smeek jou letterlik om te help. Ek sê nie ek is terug nie,” het Amushelelo oor sy “uittrede” gesê. Hy het bygevoeg mense moenie die feit dat sy party ’n tree terug gee, misbruik as ’n kans om hul werkers uit te buit nie. Die werknemers se storie het sy hart geroer en hy het verplig gevoel om iets te doen, het hy gesê.

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“Craft Bistro sal toe bly totdat die rassistiese Duitsers besluit om ’n vergadering met hul werkers te hou en hierdie kwessie op te klaar.

‘DINK MOOI’ “Ek sal nie besgee totdat hierdie kwessie opgelos is nie,” het hy in ’n sosialemediaplasing geskryf. Amushelelo se prokureur, Kadhila Amoomo, het die polisie gewaarsku om nie by ’n arbeidsaangeleentheid betrokke te raak ná sy inhegtenisneming nie. “Ons doen ’n beroep op die inspekteur-generaal om die feite noukeurig te oorweeg voordat ons kliënt aangekla word. Ons doen ’n beroep op almal om kalm te bly en hul verstand te gebruik. Moenie ’n arbeidsgeskil ligtelik in strafregtelike verrigtinge laat ontaard nie,” het Amoomo gesê.

KLAGTE Een werknemer het aan ons susterkoerant Namibian Sun gesê hulle eis billike behandeling van die restaurant se eienaars, Urs Gamma en Petra Illing. “Betalings word teruggehou. As hulle sien jou oortyd is baie, sny hulle die oortyd en gee jou net ’n kleiner bedrag,” het die werker gesê. “Ons word nie vir Sondagwerk of vir openbare vakansiedae betaal nie. Ons het die kwessie probeer aanroer en het dit ook na die Arbeidskommissaris geneem. Die werkgewers dwing ons ook om te werk as ons siek is en gee ons net pynpille. “Ons wil net hê die kwessies moet hanteer en reggestel word,” het die werker bygevoeg. Intussen het die kafee se werknemers polisiebeamptes probeer keer om Amushelelo tydens die protesaksie in hegtenis te neem en het daarop aangedring om saam met hom gearresteer te word. Amushelelo se vrou, Julieta, het beweer die polisie het hom tydens sy arrestasie beseer en hom mediese hulp geweier. Illing, ’n mede-eienaar van die kafee, se status word glo ondersoek omdat haar werksvisum verval het. Sy is nie gearresteer soos in sommige sosialemediaplasings aangedui is nie. – [email protected]

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Selfgeleerde naaldwerkster Sy het ’n selfgeleerde vernuf om as naaldwerkster iets uit baie min te skep.

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n ’n sinkkamer op Hentiesbaai sit ’n klein vroutjie agter ’n ou naaldwerkmasjien. Sy is besig om met kleur-

volle materiale te toor en die mooiste tradisionele Nama-rokke te maak. Ouma Christofina Somaes (65) is op Outjo gebore. Met haar geboorte is haar ma oorlede.

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“Ek is in die sorg van mense op ’n plaas tussen Outjo en Kalkfeld geplaas en het daar in my grootwordjare vir die mense se skape en beeste opgepas. Ek het nooit die geleentheid gehad om skool toe te gaan nie. Ek moes net in die veld werk en diere oppas. “Ek het eers baie laat in my lewe geleer lees en skryf en vandag kan ek Khoekhoegowab en Afrikaans en ‘n klein bietjie Engels lees.” Dit is ook op die plaas waar haar liefde vir naaldwerk en materiaal begin het. Ouma het ou materiaal bymekaar gemaak en haarself leer naaldwerk doen. “Ek het nooit klas of opleiding gekry nie. Ek dink dis ’n seëning van bo wat nou in my passie verander het. Ek maak my eie klere en ontwerp klere vir ander mense en maak dit dan self. “Op die oomblik is my naaldwerkmasjien baie oud en ek sukkel daarmee, so die meeste van die klere, komberse

Ouma Christofina Somaes in haar naaldwerkkamer. FOTO’S FELICITY SOMAES en beddegoed maak ek met die hand.”

DORPSLEWE Ouma het, terwyl sy op die plaas was, van familielede in Hentiesbaai gehoor en wanneer hulle plaas toe gekom het, het hulle oor die dorp gesels. Op 27-jarige ouderdom het sy besluit om na hulle toe te trek. “Ek het ook werk daar gaan soek. In daai jare was Hentiesbaai ’n baie vreedsame, rustige dorp met baie geleenthede. Ek het werk as ’n huishulp gekry en dié werk vir 30 jaar gedoen, terwyl ek klere gemaak het om meer geld te verdien. Ek het my besigheid ‘Kom ons probeer’ genoem, hoewel ek die naam nooit amptelik geregistreer het nie.” Toe Ouma haar werk weens gesondheidsredes moes los, het sy voltyds op haar naaldwerk begin konsentreer. Ouma het sewe kinders gehad en sy

Ouma Christofina Somaes in haar naaldwerkkamer met van haar skeppings.

het 19 kleinkinders. Ouma Christofina sê die afsterwe van haar twee kinders was vir haar die moeilikste tyd van haar lewe. “Ek het vrede gemaak, maar die seer bly. My seun is skielik kort ná sy troue oorlede en my dogter later in ’n motorongeluk. Dit was vir my die laagste oomblikke in my lewe en iets wat ek nie nog ’n keer wil ervaar nie.” Met die geld wat Ouma deur haar naaldwerk verdien, betaal sy water, krag en kos. Tans bly daar nie veel vir die aankoop van nuwe materiaal oor nie. “As mense ou stukke materiaal het wat rondlê en wat hulle nie meer wil gebruik of nodig het nie, sal ek dit waardeer. Die klere en komberse wat ek maak, word uit laslappies gemaak, so ek het nie meters en meters materiaal nodig nie. Enige stukke sal werk en sal ek dankbaar voor wees.”

Happy NEW YEAR 2023 & Thank You For Visiting SWAKOPMUND The centre of adventure!

Archie Benjamin (Chief Executive Officer Of Municipality Of Swakopmund)

ON BEHALF OF THE SWAKOPMUND MUNICIPALITY, I ARCHIE BENJAMIN (Chief Executive Officer Of Municipality Of Swakopmund) WOULD LIKE TO WISH YOU ALL A HAPPY NEW YEAR AND A PROSPEROUS 2023. MAY IT BE YOUR BEST YEAR YET!

THANK YOU TO Swakopmund Museum, Swakopmund Jetty, Welwitschia Plains, Swakopmund Camel Farm, National Marin Aquarium Of Namibia, Snake Park, Woermannhaus, Platz Am Meer, German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hohenzollernhaus, Peter's Antiques, Since 1983, Fine Art Gallery, Namibgliding, Kristall Galerie, Swakopmund Mole, Ivanoff-erb Photogallery, Farm Shalom, Altes Amtsgericht, Ground Rush Adventures, Swakopmund Fat Bike Tours, Namibia Tours & Safaris, Tommy's Tours And Safaris, Living Desert Adventures, Desert Explorers cc, Charly's Desert Tours, Batis Birding Safaris And Day Tours, Desert Dunes & Dust Tours, Alter Action Sandboarding, Turnstone Tours, Salty Jackal Surf School , Swakopmund Skydiving Club, Eco-gliding Tours Swakopmund, Swakop Cycle Tours, Desert Tracks Bookings & Safaris, Openspace Tours, Eagle Eye Aviation, Daredevil Adventures, Scenic Air Bush Bird - Sossusfly, Ocean Adventures Angling Tours, Okakambe Trails , Swakop Food Tours

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• Vee in dele van die land het Sondag gevrek en ’n kerk het Saterdag in die noorde in duie gestort nadat swaar reënbuie op plekke uitgesak het. • Die land se sowat 80 000 staatsamptenare sal na verwag­ ting binnekort ’n besluit neem oor nywerheidsoptrede weens die Regering se versuim om enige salarisaanpassings in die huidige inansiële jaar te implementeer. • ’n Arend het Vrydagmiddag min skade, maar ’n groot uitgawe vir SA Airlink veroorsaak toe dit in ’n Embraer 135 van dié lugredery vasgevlieg het minute voordat dit op die lughawe Eros geland het.

Republikein is ’n lid van die Redak­ teursforum van Namibië (EFN). NMH as mediahuis onderskryf die etiese kode vir die Namibiese media soos toegepas deur die:

WOENSDAG 8 JANUARIE 2003 • ’n Klopjag wat die polisie Maan­ dag op leegleêrs op die straat­ hoeke van die stad uitgevoer het, het nie vrugte afgewerp nie. • ’n Dringende afspraak met die President of ’n dringende aan­ soek by die Hooggeregshof was gister die twee bene van verset waarmee burgerlugvaart­ope­ rateurs die jongste bevel in die sluitingsdrama van die lughawe Eros bestorm het. • Bande tussen die Nasionale Unie vir Namibiese Werkers (NUNW) en die Namibiese Ka­ mer van Koophandel (NCCI) sal vanjaar verstewig om arbeidson­ rus tot ’n minimum te beperk.

DONDERDAG 8 JANUARIE 2003 • Ná 30 maande van hel en die grootste mate van onsekerheid oor hul toekoms in ’n Namibiese tronk, is 74 van die Dordabis­ krygsgevangene kort voor Kersfees vrygelaat en aan die An­ golese regering oorhandig. • Die instelling van ’n munisipale polisiemag vir Windhoek vanjaar is nou ’n voldonge feit nadat on­ duidelikheide tussen die Polisie en munisipaliteit oor regulasies oor hul bedrywighede uit die weg geruim is.

VRYDAG 9 JANUARIE 2003 • Die Namibiese verbruikers kry aanstaande week die eerste teug vars lug in ’n jaar waarin nog voorspoed kan wag wanneer brandstofpryse verlaag word. • In een van die ernstigste padon­ gelukke in onlangse geskiedenis het ’n bus met hoofsaaklik skool­ kinders as passasiers buite Otavi met ’n vragmotor gebots.

WOORD VAN DIE WEEK

SMS'e Besoek Etosha Okaukuejo in Desember 2022. Uiters swak diens oor Kerstyd. Onopgeleide en tekort aan personeel het ons behoorlik warm onder die kraag gehad. Swembad fasiliteit word so oorgeneem deur Etosha­personeel se eie tieners dat die toeriste eerder die hasepad kies. Geen respek word getoon teenoor die ander persone wat van die fasiliteit gebruik maak nie. En die ergste dat by ons voer­ tuig by ons bungalow ingebreek word en ons duur kamera gesteel word en dit op Oujaarsaand. Polisie is ingeroep en saak is aanhangig gemaak maar tot dusver absoluut geen terugvoering. Het heelwat toeriste ontmoet oor die Kerstyd 2022 wat beslis nie weer daar sal bly nie. Nee NWR julle sal beslis baie aandag moet skenk veral aan hierdie spesiieke kamp. Dis hoe­ kom die privaat oorde buitekant die kamp so loreer. CoW do not have brooms to clean the streets. Responsible managers do not answer their phones. What a service and we pay MONTHLY for street cleaning. Geliefdes. Die tyd is kort om nog

met sonde te speel. Jesus se koms is naby. Maak julle klaar om tot onse Here Jesus te bekeer. Geen verlossing sonder bekering. Die Here kom haal net die wat tot Hom in Gees en Waarheid bekeer het. Staanop hou op om lam te le. Dis nuwe jaar. Hou op om sonde te doen. God haat sonde. Maar het hulle lief wat sonde doen, Jer, 3,14. Keer terug tot My sê die Here. My kontaknommer, 081 614 164, Martin.

meer geldig nie en die storie van voedselitems wat nie beskikbaar is nie, is lagwekkend. Mnr Ashipala dit is tyd dat julle die Etosha­park sowel as al die ander fasiliteite wat julle so chaoties bestuur, privatiseer en aan mense toeken wat die werk kan doen. Lughawe verwys. Ons het Desember Duitsland toe gevlieg vanaf Hosea Kutako in Windhoek. Eers is ‘n piepklein knipmessie met lemmetjie van 2 cm afgeneem as gevaarlike wapen. Groot motorsleutels en skryfpenne is blyk­ baar nie gevaarlik nie. Net voor ons moes “board”, is almal weer in rye laat staan en weer deursoek. Manlike en vroulike passasiers in twee aparte rye, dit wil sê paartjies is geskei, wat my baie aan die ou Gestapo metodes laat dink het. Al wat hulle toe gesoek en op beslag gelê het (gesteel), was sigaretaanstekers. Regtig?

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Lesers. Ek wil saam­ stem met ‘n leser dat daar iets skort met Mariental se drinkwater in die dorp, veral in die bo­dorp. My wit wasgoed is na elke uitspoel vol oranje/bruin kolle!

Gaan grawe ‘n gorra in ‘n droë rivierbedding en môrevroeg het jy skoon drinkwater.. NWR Dienslewering: Mr Nelson Ashipala. don’t tell me, show me. Die Etosha­park is saam met Kaapstad en die Victoriavalle die drie belangrikste besoekpunte van Europese gaste. Nelson Ashipala se afgesaagde verskonings is net nie

NWR: Die plek moet geprivatiseer word. Daar gaan niks, nie eens diere oorbly nie as dit so bly aan­ gaan jaar na jaar.

SÊ MAAR NET 30 JAAR GELEDE Van waar, Gehasi? Van kleintyd af kon ek my altyd verkyk aan buitelan­ ders of toeriste, soos hulle in die algemeen bekend staan. Dit het dan al ook ’n soort van ’n stokperdjie van my ge­ word om die snaakse mense goed deur te kyk en probeer om te bepaal van watter land hulle kom. Ek praat nou nie van die “toeriste” met die Trans­ vaalkarre en Ventersleep­ waentjies wat gedurende vakansies heen en weer tussen die Republiek en die kus met groot vragte van ons vis “toer” nie. Ek praat van

daardie regte buitelandse toeris wat soos ’n seer duim tussen mense uitstaan. Ek merk dat ons plaaslike sakerollers en rowers hulle ook al kan sien en presies weet of hulle Duitse mark, dollar of ponde sjielings en pennies by hulle dra. Ná al die jare het ek myself al as ’n soort boin met die uitkenning van toeriste begin beskou. Of ek altyd reg was, weet ek nie, maar ek dink darem dat ek die meeste van die tyd in die kol was. Toeriste met kurkhelms en rooigebrande neuse

het ek altyd as Engelse uit Engeland geklassiiseer. Toeriste met groot hoede, bont hemde, groot monde en baie kameras is Amerikaners en toeriste met kort broeke en kort sokkies met sandale kom gewoonlik uit Duitsland. Hierdie vakansie het ek my weer verkyk aan sommige van die buitelandse besoe­ kers. Ek het een man in Onafhank­ likheidslaan sien afstap wat meer na ’n grootwildjagter as na ’n toeris gelyk het. Hy was van sy kop tot sy tone in kakieklere geklee met ’n paar stewels wat hom na ’n sprinkaan laat lyk het wat in kanondoppe getrap het.

spek-en-boontjies (spek­en­ boon­tjies) s.nw. (verouderend) Iemand wat net in naam teen­ woordig is, maar wat nie ’n we­ senlike bydrae lewer nie: Oom het ... soggens vroeg ... na die inrigting gegaan, soms met Marianna as spek­en­boontjies, en eiehan­ dig ’n laan geplant van naby die woonhuis af tot by die meisieste­ huis (M.E.R.: Gange, 1944, 189). In ’n ou bron: Spriggs, ofskoon nou eerste minister, ... was in die Parlement, in vergelyking met die afgetredene, ’n blote nonentiteit. Hy was daar op genade van albei partye — ’n tydelike spek­en­ boontjies (J.W.: De Waal, 1928, 229). Verskaf deur die Woordeboek van die Afrikaanse Taal (WAT). Ek verstom my vir Seniorpark se ondankbare inwoners. Ek is dankbaar vir my plekkie, want ek het geen ander heenkome gehad nie. Ek is dankbaar vir elke persoon wat iets vir ons kom alaai en ek is nie kieskeurig soos sommiges nie. My tuintjie is skoon en netjies. Die opsigter doen sy bes om die dinge wat ons kort uit die regering te kry. Hy is bekwaam. As iets nie netjies is nie, maak dit self netjies en hou op om ‘n gawe aan ons bejaardes af te kraak of gaan bly elders.

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Gene Travers Op sy kop het hy ’n groot hoed, kompleet met ’n tiervel om die bol, gehad en ’n groot waterbottel wat aan ’n leerband om sy skouer gehang het. ’n Yslike jagmes

aan ’n breë lyfband het sy uitrusting afgerond. Ek kon ook sien dat die toeris nie in werklikheid ’n grootwildjagter was nie. Hy was maar klein van postuur en die vel was sag en wit. Die handjies was te sag en die ogies te verskrik. Ek neem aan dat hy so aan­ getrek het omdat hy gereken het dit is hoe ’n mens hier in Donker Afrika tussen al die leeus en tiers aantrek. Ek het net by myself besluit dat dit die koddigste toeris is wat ek hierdie vakansie ge­ sien het, toe ek my voor die Turnhalle in ’n man vasloop wat hulle almal klop. Hy was ’n ouerige kêrel en

die spiere het al begin slap word. Hy was geklee in ’n groen onderhemp, kortbroek en ’n massiewe paar Ameri­ kaanse cowboy­stewels. My jare van ondervinding in die uitkenning van toeriste het my in die steek gelaat en ek kon nie help om die man te nader en te vra van watter deel van die wêreld hy kom nie. “Nee wat, ou boetie... ek is hier in Klein­Windhoek ge­ bore en grootgemaak,” was sy antwoord. Ek het daardie stokperdjie nou laat vaar en kyk maar weer na die mooi asters op Windhoek se sypaadjies. - Woensdag, 6 Januarie 1993

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Die Namibiese nasionale e-sportspan wat in Desember by die wêreldkampioenskap in Bali meegeding het. FOTO VERSKAF

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ie 15de e-sportwêreldkampioenskap van die Internasionale Elektroniese Sportfederasie (IESF) sal later vanjaar in Iasi, Roemenië, gehou word.

Dit is die eerste keer sedert 2013 toe die elite kompetisie in Boekarest geaangebied was, dat die kampioenskap sy terugkeer na Roemenië maak. Die IESF reken nagenoeg 800 spelers sal sowat 130 lande daar gaan verteenwoordig. Verlede jaar se weergawe in Bali, Indonesië, het van 1 tot 12 Desember 600 spelers van 105 lande gelok.

Namibië se vrouespan het op merkwaardige wyse vierde in die vegspeletjie CS:GO geëindig. CS:GO, DotA2, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, eFootball 2023, Tekken 7 en PUBG Mobile was die ses dissiplines waarin mans en vroue hul slag kon wys met ’n gesamentlike prysgeld van U$D500 000 vir die wenners. Die Namibiese E-sportvereniging

» Krieket Vier Eagles hoop vir speelkans, deurbrake

tn Gulf Giants (Namibiese tyd 12:00). Sondag in Dubai: Desert Vipers tn Sharjah Warriors (Namibiese tyd 16:00). Maandag in Dubai: Dubai Capitals tn Gulf Giants (Namibiese tyd 16:00). Dinsdag in Sharjah: Sharjah Warriors tn MI

(Nesa) is gretig om die nuwe seisoen saam sy hoofvennoot, MTC, af te skop. Nesa is gereed om opnuut ’n suksesvolle jaar met etlike kompetisies vir sy lede te verseker. Kwaliiserende geleenthede sal aangebied word om die Namibiese nasionale e-sportspan in Februarie te kies. Alle uitdunne sal in die MTC Playzone in die Maerua-inkoopsentrum

gehou word waar spelers mekaar in CS:GO, DotA2, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, eFootball 2023, Tekken 7 en PUBG Mobile kan pak. Hou Nesa se sosiale media-bladsye dop om op hoogte van die jongste nuus en inligting rakende e-sport in Namibië en die IESF se 15de Esportwêreldkampioenskap te bly (op Facebook: Nesa.Namibia).

Emirates (16:00). • Vir skakels na regstreekse videostroom: www.ilt20.ae/#/matchcentre/ixtures

David Wiese is ’n trekpleister op die glans baniere vir die spogtoernooi.

› Andrew Poolman Die bewese wedstrydwenner David Wiese behoort gereeld in die beginspan van die Gulf Giants te wees vir die Internasionale T20-liga (ILT20) in die Verenigde Arabiese Emirate, waarvan die openingswedstryd vanaand gespeel word. Wiese en Gerhard Erasmus (Gulf Giants), JJ Smit (Sharjah Warriors) en Ruben Trumpelmann (Desert Vipers) is die viertal Namibiese nasionale spelers wat in die ses franchisespanne se spelersgroepe vir die splinternuwe reeks op-

Gerhard Erasmus in ’n oefensessies van die Gulf Giants ná sy aansluiting uit Namibië. FOTO TWITTER geneem is. In Desember was die 37-jarige Wiese byvoorbeeld die speler van die wedstryd in die inaal van die Abu Dhabi T10 in Abu Dhabi, toe hy 43 nie uit nie van 18 balle geblits het en later ook twee vangskote benut het om sodoende die Deccan Gladiators te help om met 37 lopies teen die New York Strikers te wen. Dit was maar die mees onlangse voorbeeld van die Namibiese Eagles-

staatmaker se vermoë om in die verkorte formate en professionele ligas oor die wêreld heen met deurslaggewende stukkies spel die verskil teweeg te bring vir spanne wat uiteindelik wentrofeë omhoog hou. Komende wedstryde waarin die Namibiërs se spanne betrokke is: Môre in Abu Dhabi: MI Emirates tn Sharjah Warriors, 18:00 (Namibiese tyd 16:00). Sondag in Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

Ruben Trumpelmann (regs agter) het die mediageleentheid ter bekendstelling van die reeks bygewoon.

HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCILS OF NAMIBIA

MEDIA RELEASE 1.

The Medical and Dental Council, Nursing Council, Pharmacy Council, Social Work and Psychology Council and Allied Health Professions Council of Namibia are established in terms of the Medical and Dental Act 10 of 2004, Nursing Act 8 of 2004, Pharmacy Act 9 of 2004, Social Work and Psychology Act 6 of 2004 and Allied Health Professions Act 7 of 2004, respectively. Professions such as Medicine, Dentistry, Dental Therapy, Dental Technology, Pharmacy, Nursing, Midwifery, Radiography, Biomedical Engineer, Physiotherapy, Opticianry Dispenser, Environmental Health, Prosthetics, Orthotics, Paramedic, Dietetics, Nutritionist, Social Work, Psychology and Occupational Therapy but name a few are regulated in terms of the said Acts.

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The same Acts mentioned above regulates the education, training and practice of health care professions in Namibia and provides that no person or educational institution may ofer or provide in Namibia any education or training having as its objects to qualify any person to practice any health care profession or to perform any other activity directed at the physical examination of any person, or diagnosis, treatment or pharmaceutical care, the prevention or any physical defects, or illness, diseases or deiciency in persons, unless such education, tuition or training has been approved by the relevant Councils in writing as being appropriate education, tuition or training for such purposes.

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Any person or educational institution intending to ofer the education or training referred above, must apply, before ofering such education or training, to the relevant Councils in writing and in such form and manner as the Councils may determine from time to time, for the written approval of the relevant Councils.

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It has come to the attention of the Councils that an institution by the name of WINDHOEK MEDICAL UNIVERSITY has advertised registrations for certiicate, diploma, and degree programs in various healthcare related ields on social media.

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Therefore, the public is being warned that neither the above-mentioned institution nor the healthcare related courses advertised are approved by any of the Councils as required by the relevant Acts.

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The consequences of enrolling for healthcare related courses which are not approved by the Councils are that: » The person pursuing the course cannot be registered with any of the Councils as a student and consequently cannot be allowed to enter any public or private hospitals and health facilities in Namibia for the purposes of practical training and » Upon completion of the course such person will not be registered with any of the Councils and therefore will not be allowed to practice a health care profession in Namibia. » Before enrolling for a healthcare related course in Namibia, public members are urged to verify approval status of the course they intend pursuing with the Education and Training Quality Assurance Department of the Councils at, Tel: 264 61 245586. Fax: 271891 Email: [email protected], [email protected]

_______________________ C V WEYULU (DR) REGISTRAR MEDICAL AND DENTAL COUNCIL, NURSING COUNCIL, PHARMACY COUNCIL, SOCIAL WORK AND PSYCHOLOGY COUNCIL AND ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL OF NAMIBIA

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Old Boys met rug teen muur in herontmoeting by Vegkop » Klubkrieket

Die onoorwonne Wanderers mik om môre ’n tweede sege hierdie seisoen teen sy voorste uitdager te behaal.

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rieket Namibië se premierliga vir die eendagformaat (50 boulbeurte per span) hervat môre met twee kragme­ tings waarvan die een tussen die voorlopers waarskynlik die meeste aandag sal lok. By die halfpadmerk van die liga het die enigste onoorwonne span, Samsung Wande­ rers, reeds sy tuiswedstryd teen die tweede geplaaste AMH Motor Holdings WHS Old Boys beklink – en sal opnuut die gunsteling wees om môre ook by die FNB WHS Vegkop­ stadion die wenpunte in te palm. WHS Old Boys sal opnuut sonder die nasi­ onale kaptein Gerhard Erasmus en snelbou­ ler Ruben Trumpelmann moet klaarkom, wat beide intussen in die Internasionale Liga T20 in die Emirate gekontrakteer is. Erasmus en Trumpelmann was ook afwesig in die vroeër ontmoeting in Oktober by die Wanderers­veld. Old Boys het daardie dag straks gereken hulle het darem ’n wenkans toe hulle 219 almal uit opgestel het (Shaun Fouché 118 van 127 balle). Wanderers se aanvangspaar JC Balt (108* van 111 balle) en Niko Davin (108* van 96 balle) het egter tussen hulle twee sesse en 26 viere geslaan om die oorwinning met tien paaltjies in net 34.3 boulbeurte te verseker. Die linkerarmdraaier Zhivago Groene­ wald (0/46 in 10 bb) het die minste deurge­

Samsung Wanderers se Niko Davin is tans die voorste lopiemaker in die huidige premierliga vir eendagkrieket. FOTO ASHA DEACON

loop van die sewe WHS­boulers vir die dag. Aan Wanderers se kant is die veelsydige talent van JJ Smit ook nie môre in die pren­ tjie nie, terwyl hy in die Emirate se professi­ onele T20­reeks die Sharjah Warriors ver­ teenwoordig. Die voorloper Wanderers het sover drie uit drie wedstryde gewen (9), terwyl WHS Old Boys met drie uit vier in die tweede posisie is. • By United se veld is die tuisspan Trustco United geskeduleer om die kusspan MR24/7 Welwitschia te ontvang. United se oorwinning teen die kusspan in Oktober het aan die Windhoekers hul enigste twee ligapunte sover verskaf, terwyl Welwitschia elk van hul vier wedstryde verloor het. • Huidige topvyf lopiema­ kers in die premierliga: 1 Niko Davin (Wanderers), 202 lopies in drie kolfbeurte, gemiddeld 101, 1x100, 1x50. 2 Shaun Fouché (WHS Old Boys), 153 lopies in drie kolfbeurte, gemiddeld 51, 1x100. 3 JC Balt (Wanderers), 137 lopies in drie kolfbeurte, gemiddeld 68.5, 1x100. 4 JW Visagie (WHS Old Boys), 104 lopies in vier kolfbeurte, gemiddeld 34.67, 1x50. 5 Malan Kruger (WHS Old Boys), 98 lopies in drie kolfbeurte, gemiddeld 49.0, 1x50. • Huidige topvyf paaltjie­ nemers in die premierliga: 1 Mauritius Ngupita (CCD), 10 paaltjies in 3 wedstryde (25.2 boulbeurte), ekonomie 2.92. 2 Stefan Bezuidenhout (United), 9 paaltjies in 4 wedstryde (32.2 bb), ekonomie 5.07. 3 Karl Birkenstock (Wanderers), 7 paaltjies in 2 wedstryde (16 bb), ekonomie 4.44. 4 Handre Klazinga (United), 7 paaltjies in 2 wedstryde (18.2 bb), ekonomie 5.40. 5 Danie van Schoor (Wanderers), 5 paaltjies in 3 wedstryde (17 bb), ekonomie 2.47. • WHS Old Boys se elftal vir môre: Shaun Fouche, Divan La Cock, Zane Green (paal­ tjiewagter), JP Kotze (kaptein), Gerhard van Rensburg, JW Visagie, Malan Kruger, Tangeni Lungameni, Donovan Zealand, Zacheo van Vuuren, Zhivago Groenewald.

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Samsung Wanderers se JC Balt (regs) en Niko Davin was albei onoorwonne op 108 in die oorwinning met tien paaltjies teen WHS Old Boys in Oktober. FOTO ASHA DEACON

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Football, CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) Algeria v Libya 21:00 Rugby, EPCR Challenge Cup Section Paloise v Dragons Llanelli Scarlets v Cheetahs

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Cricket, SA20 2023 Paarl: Paarl Royals v Joburg Super Kings 13:30 Cape Town: MI Cape Town v Durban’s Super Giants 17:30 SATURDAY 24 December, 2023 Cricket Namibia 50-over premier league WHS Vegkop Stadium: WHS Old Boys v Wanderers 09:30 United field: Trustco United v MR24/7 Welwitschia 09:30 Cricket Namibia 40-over first division Wanderers field: Wanderers III v United Legends CCD field: United II v CCD II Unam field: Zebras 1 v Gobabis Wanderers field: Wanderers II v Otjiwarongo Doc Jubber field: Shaheen Titans v WHS Old Boys II

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Cricket, SA20 2023 Centurion: Pretoria Capitals v Sunrisers Eastern Cape13:30 Cape Town: MI Cape Town v Joburg Super Kings 17:30 SUNDAY 26 January, 2022 Rugby, Heineken Champions Cup Castres Olympique v Edinburgh London Irish v Stormers Racing 92 v Harlequins

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Gen. Murtala Muhammed AVE P.O. BOX 3436, Windhoek • Tel: (061) 297 2000 • Fax: 061 223 721

Vegetables annual inflation stood at 12% in December 2022. PHOTO DAN-GOLD/ UNSPLASH

Highest rate recorded in August (7.3%)

Domestic inflation averaged 6.1% in 2022 Annual inflation in December 2022 came in at 6.9%, compared to 4.5% recorded in December 2021.

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nnual inflation in Namibia averaged 6.1% in 2022, compared to an average of 3.6% recorded in 2021, according to data released by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). The month of August recorded the highest inflation rate of 7.3%, while February and March recorded the lowest

inflation rates of 4.5%. According to the data, December 2022 record an annual inflation rate of 6.9%, an increase of 2.4 percentage points when compared to 4.5% registered in December 2021. In November 2022, annual inflation stood at 7%. On a monthly basis, price levels in Namibia increased by 0.3% in December 2022, compared to 0.5% recorded during the previous month. The main contributor to the monthly inflation rate recorded in December 2022 was food and non-alcoholic beverages. Fin24 recently reported that

world food prices hit a record high in 2022. In Namibia, the month of December recorded the highest annual food inflation rate of 12.1%, while March recorded the lowest rate of 4.7% in 2022. Local annual food inflation averaged 7.8% last year. Selected food items that recorded high inflation rates are oil and fats (20.8%), fruits (20.5%), bread and cereals (18.2%), and vegetables, including potatoes and other tubers (12%).

Windhoek

Namibian Sun on Wednesday

reported that Windhoek was ranked by the Numbeo Cost of Living Index as the 13th most expensive city in Africa last year. The city was ranked tenth and fourth in 2021 and 2020, respectively. The data released by the agency clearly indicates that Zone 2 (Windhoek) has been recording the highest inflation rates for the whole of 2022 compared to other zones. Inflation in Windhoek averaged 6.8% in 2022, compared to an average of 3.4% recorded in 2021. August and November recorded the highest inflation rates of 7.9% last year.

The zone recorded an annual inflation rate of 7.6% in December 2022. Furthermore, inflation in Zone 3 (//Kharas, Erongo, Hardap and Omaheke) averaged 5.8% in 2022, compared to 4.4% in 2021. Similarly, the month of August recorded the highest inflation rate 7.2%. Lastly, Zone 1 (Kavango East, Kavango West, Kunene, Ohangwena, Omusati, Oshana, Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, and Zambezi) recorded an average inflation rate of 5.5% last year, compared to an average inflation rate of 3.3% in 2021. [email protected] 

A CALL FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION & ENGAGEMENT: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT (EIA) FOR THE PROPOSED MINERAL PROSPECTING & EXPLORATION ACTIVITIES ON EXCLUSIVE PROSPECTING LICENSE (EPL) NO. 7640 LOCATED NORTHWEST OF OMARURU AND NORTHEAST OF OKOMBAHE IN THE ERONGO REGION, NAMIBIA The public is hereby notified that an application for an Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) will be submitted to the Environmental Commissioner as required under the Environmental Management Act No. 7 of 2007 and its 2012 EIA Regulations. The proposed exploration and associated works are listed activities in the EIA Regulations that cannot be undertaken without an EIA done and ECC issued. Project Nature and Location: The proposed mineral prospecting and exploration activities on EPL7640 which has a potential for commodities such as Base & Rare Metals, Dimension Stone, Industrial Minerals, and Precious Metals. The EPL is located about 20km northwest of Omaruru and 30km northeast of Okombahe in the Erongo Region and covers an area of 7,857.8946 hectares (Ha). The Project Proponent: Kennedy Daniel Shifotoka

VACANCY IntraHealth Namibia is seeking suitable qualified candidates for the following position:

Senior Advisor for Community Engagement - Windhoek For more detailed job requirements of the positions, please visit our website at www.intrahealthnamibia.org by clicking on Work With Us, then Career Opportunities, and then Jobs.

Appointed Environmental Consultant: Serja Hydrogeo Environmental Consultants CC

Closing date for applications is 31st January 2023

The public is therefore invited to register as Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) to submit comments and or receive further information on the EIA process. The requests for registration as an I&APs and comments submission should be done before or on Monday, 13 February 2023.

Online applications only, no emails or hard copies will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 4 weeks after the closing date.

Public Consultation Meetings will be communicated to the registered I&APs. Contact Person: Ms. Fredrika Shagama Mobile No.: +264 (0) 81 749 9223 Email: [email protected]

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NBWPF encourages personal financial planning PHORO UMIT-YILDIRIM/UNSPLASH

Immediate financial demands override the importance of saving for retirement.

LODGE MANAGER We Kebi Safari Lodge is a mid-market 14-bedroom lodge on the C19 en route to Sesriem and the world-famous dunes of Sossusvlei. Daosa Africa is currently seeking an experienced manager for We Kebi to oversee the daily operations of the lodge and ensure all guests fulfil their holiday dreams. Core responsibilities: • Encourage high levels of guest interaction • Apply a hands-on management style to uphold quality standards and ensure staff productivity • Develop and modify lodge policies, programs and procedures • Perform revenue forecasting and budget control of various departments • Supervise the administration of stock requirements • Take an active role in the selection, training and supervision of personnel • Oversee the organization of food and beverage services to meet clients’ requirements • Maintain presentation standards of all rooms and public areas • Respond to enquiries and requests • Manage complaints swiftly and professionally Requirements • Grade 12 or equivalent • Minimum five years’ experience in a managerial role in the hospitality industry • Fluent in English, both written and spoken • German proficiency will be advantageous • Valid driver’s license • PDP will be advantageous • No criminal record • Proficient on Microsoft Office suite • Experienced in bookkeeping systems and POS operations • Capacity to build strong, positive professional relationships with clients, staff and suppliers • Financial business acumen • Strong attention to detail with good time management and the ability to multitask • Professional presentation • Strong communication and negotiation skills • Solid leadership and organizational skills • Awareness of the Namibian Labor Law, NTB and SSC requirements In return you will be offered an exceptional salary package, on-site free accommodation and the opportunity to be part of the Daosa Africa Team! Please send your resume and cover letter to: [email protected] No direct contact from candidates will be tolerated. Potential candidates will be contacted.

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he buzz of 2023 awakens, our children return to school and parents are back to the grind after yet another extensive “spending season”. This is also when the harsh reality of our financial situation kicks in and one is left to manage a balancing act to reach end of January. This is an ideal time of reflection about our financial well-being. “As one becomes acutely aware of one’s finances, it is also a good time to review how one manages one’s hard-earned income,” says Enwich Kazondu, principle officer of the Namibia Building Workers Pension Fund (NBWPF). “Obviously, from our perspective we would always highlight the importance of saving money for one’s retirement, but we are also aware that people are struggling to make ends meet on a day-to-day basis, let alone putting money aside for many years down the line. For that reason we will be supporting current and potential members throughout the year to increase their financial understanding.” It is a general trend that in an environment where a very large percentage of the population is unemployed or underemployed, that one income often supports many members of an extended family. Immediate financial demands override the importance of saving for retirement. It is therefore critical that one focuses on personal financial planning. Everyone needs to be made aware as to how important it is to establish a realistic budget that clearly looks at one’s income and balanced related spending. Equally important is to understand which outstanding debts are to be paid and after consolidation, to include that into one’s budget.

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Ideally, every budget should make scope for savings for unforeseen circumstances that can occur at any time. However, it remains important to put money

aside for many years later when one is no longer in the position to earn an income. Initially, it can be only a small percentage of one’s income, which can increase over time, as one’s financial position improves. One important element is to remember, that the employer also makes a contribution which essentially increases one’s financial rewards and that with every payment one’s tax liabilities reduce.

Putting money aside for when we are older and more fragile and vulnerable, we are far better off if we can at least be financially independent. Enwich Kazondu Principle Officer: NBWPF

Kazondu says: “Putting money aside for when we are older and more fragile and vulnerable, we are far better off if we can at least be financially independent. Ideally, we should not put ourselves into the position, where our family has to take care of us in the future, especially if we consider the current high level of youth unemployment. It is therefore really important that we try and spend less now and make some financial sacrifices in order to have a better future.” “This year we will once again have several initiatives such as the annual roadshow and training interventions to increase our members’ financial acumen to change behaviour. Even though employers in our industry are legally obliged to register their workers with a pension fund, is remains also important to change sentiments and attitudes of those that will be benefitting of future retirement investments.”

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350.9437

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COMPANY NEWS IN BRIEF TELKOM SURGES 11% AS IT CALLS OFF MERGER TALKS Shares of SA’s third-largest mobile operator Telkom leapt by double digits on Wednesday afternoon, after it said merger talks with data-only operator Rain had been called off. The parties had determined that “a suitable transaction is not possible at this time”, Telkom said in a brief statement, with this being determined after initial discussions, but before any due diligence. Telkom’s shares jumped as much as 11% to R35.95 on Wednesday afternoon, but they have still fallen more than 30% over the past year. Click here for more details on Telkom’s shares and other information. Rain had maintained a merger with Telkom could create a “5G powerhouse” and also mooted other benefits, including in terms of infrastructure, while also avoiding the creation of a mobile “duopoly” in the form of Vodacom and MTN. However, Telkom’s failure to offer MTN exclusivity during their takeover talks had resulted in MTN walking away from discussions in October, prompting Telkom’s shares to crash by almost a quarter on that news. In July 2022, MTN had offered to buy Telkom in return for shares or a combination of cash and shares, while in September, Rain had essentially asked Telkom to buy it in exchange for new shares. Rain said on Wednesday that both parties had “determined that the current circumstances do not align for a mutually beneficial transaction to take place at this time”. “While the specific reasons for

this decision are confidential, both parties will keep open the possibility of re-evaluating the potential transaction in the future when -Fin24 conditions align,” it said. MATTRESS FIRM PULLS NEW YORK LISTING PLANS Steinhoff’s US unit Mattress Firm has pulled its plans to raise as much as US$100 million (R1.7 billion) in a New York listing due to volatility in the market for initial public offerings (IPOs). Steinhoff holds 50.1% of Mattress Firm, which is the largest specialty bed retailer in the US, with almost 2 400 outlets. The firm is almost twice as large as its next biggest competitor and an estimated 82% of the US population live within 10 miles (16 kilometers) of one of its stores. Mattress firm announced in January 2022 it was planning to list, with its prospectus noting that historically, mattress sales in the US closely follows GDP growth. Mattress Firm continues to actively explore all options and paths forward, including resuming the IPO process once the markets are favourable, Steinhoff said on Wednesday. According to a report by professional services firm Ernst & Young, IPO proceeds fell 61% in 2022 due to market volatility after setting records in 2021. While conditions are expected to remain muted in early 2023, there is a strong pipeline for IPOs which could see activity pick up in the second half of the year, the report said. However, this would still be conditional on a raft of factors, such as improved stock market performance, easing geopolitical

tension, lower inflation as well as an end to interest rate hikes. Steinhoff, which currently has debt of €10 billion (R183 billion), had also raised about €1 billion through Pepco’s listing on the Warsaw bourse in Poland in 2021, but the group itself may delist. The firm announced in December that it had reached a deal with its largest creditors, which could see them holding 80% of the -Fin24 company.

REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA

MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES

Global Funded Grant VACANCIES The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) with support from the Global Fund Grant is looking for dynamic, suitably qualified and experienced candidate to fill the following Vacancy Position

Procurement Coordinator Grade 5

Total Cost to Company per month

N$ 610 808.00 Per annum

Duration

From Date of assumption of duty until 31 December 2023 (Fixed Term Contract)

Duty Station

Windhoek-PMU

Primary Role

To oversee that the procurement activities are in line within the procurement Act (ACT 15 of 1995) and ensure that procurement of goods and services are within the parameters of the Global Fund Grand Procurement Plan

Appointment Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7 in Business Administration, Logistics and or Supply Chain Management or appropriate plus five (5) years’ working experience in the management of procurement and supply chain logistics and management solutions; 2. Preference will be given to applicants who are fully conversant with Namibia’s Procurement Act, 2015 as well as procurement policies and guidelines and control systems for health products or related in the private and public sector in developing country setting and those applicants with Master ‘degree in Business Administration, Logistics and or supply Chain Management or equivalent.

Enquiries: Ms. Ida Mendai 061 2965700 or Ms. Elise Jele 061-2032894 NB: DIRECTIVES FOR SUBMITTING OF APPLICATIONS: All Foreign qualifications must be submitted with their evaluation by the Namibian Qualification Authority (NQA) and failure to do so will lead to disqualification. Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit their: (1) Application cover letter (2). Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), (3) Certified Copies of Identity Documents/Passport (4) Certified Copies of Qualifications and (5) Certified copies of Certificate of Services/Confirmation of Employments are all Mandatory; All Copies shall be certified by the Namibian Police and submit to: The Human Resources Manager MoHSS Global Fund Grant Private Bag 13198 Directorate of Special Programmes Ministry of Health and Social Services WINDHOEK OR Hand deliver to the Global Fund Grant Human Resource Office, Room No 26. Directorate of Special Programmes (DSP): Florence Nightingale Street, Ministry of Health and Social Services, Windhoek. No emailed and faxed applications’ will be accepted. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 27 January 2023

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During the festive season

HEAD CHEF DESERT HILLS LODGE • • • •

Passionate about food Experienced Reliable Hard working Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you!

Desert Hills Lodge is an upmarket 20-bedroom lodge near Sesriem and the world-famous dunes of Sossusvlei.

SA’s economic activity picked up

We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and fully qualified chef to run and manage our large and busy lodge kitchen. Desert Hills restaurant offers a fine dining experience with stunning views that overlook the desert. It features high quality Namibian and international fusion cuisine, with an emphasis on fabulous, fresh, organic meat and vegetables from the local area. We often cater for a variety of events including weddings and corporate functions. The successful applicant will have previous experience for: • Managing a busy kitchen • Setting menus and food pricing • Ordering and monitoring supplies • Rostering staff Attention to detail is a must, as is demonstrated culinary expertise. We want someone with creativity and passion to help us produce innovative dishes and enhance the overall dining experience for our customers. In return you will be offered an exceptional salary package, on-site free accommodation, and the opportunity to be part of the Daosa Africa Team! If you possess all the above, please send a resume and cover letter to: [email protected] No direct contact from candidates will be tolerated. Potential candidates will be contacted.

Peace Corps/Namibia PROGRAM ASSISTANT – EDUCATION Statement of Work Grade : 8 Salary Range: NAD N$ 343,350.00 – N$ 480,685.00

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BASIC FUNCTION Under the supervision of the Program Manager (PM) for Education, the Program Assistant (PA) is responsible for assisting the PM in the planning, development, implementation, and administration of Peace Corps/Namibia’s education project. The PA represents Peace Corps/Namibia with governmental and non-governmental officials when facilitating meetings in the interest of the program. PA primary responsibilities include assisting in developing and implementing Post’s site management strategy that is aligned with national and regional priorities and Peace Corps/Namibia’s Logical Project Framework goals, objectives, and activities; identifying Volunteer sites in coordination with key staff to ensure quality placement and meaningful work; conducting site visits to Volunteers; organizing meetings; working with training staff to design and deliver training to Trainees, Volunteers, and Host Country Nationals who support Volunteers; and reviewing Volunteer reports. The PA serves as a member of the Programming and Training (P&T) team and supports Volunteers, Response Volunteers, and Virtual Service Pilot Participants. The PA must be willing to travel extensively in the field in order to fulfill responsibilities.

KARL GERNETZKY

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties of the Program Assistant include but are not limited to: Site and Volunteer Management Project Definition, Development, and Management Training Other

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QUALIFICATIONS Education: Completion of secondary school is required. Further studies including university degree (B-Degree) in a field related to education, international relations or international development. Skills and Abilities: • Must be computer literate. Proficiency in MS Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required. Time Management and effective verbal and written communication skills are required. Good writing, analytical and problem• solving skills. • Ability to follow oral and written instructions. • Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, planning, records management and general administration. • Able to produce quality deliverables in a timely manner, coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines. • Availability outside of normal office hours to respond to post and Volunteer emergencies; emergency trips to the field; counseling Volunteers on work and personal issues. • Technical knowledge of additional PC/Namibia Volunteer program areas (economic empowerment, health, and youth development systems) are a plus. • Knowledge of rural Namibia and the Namibian health and education systems strongly preferred. • Ability and/or experience working with local government officials at all levels, as well as international agencies. • Good understanding of NGOs and international development operations is strongly desirable. • Code 8 driving license. Prior work experience: • Two or more years of related experience working in a similar environment or in relevant fields (education, international relations or international development. etc.). Three to five years with an organization working with volunteers is desirable. • Strong experience working closely with people from different cultures. • Strong presentation skills; willingness to contribute actively in frequent stakeholder meetings. • Significant experience as a trainer and/or in the development of training programs. • Evidence of strong interpersonal skills. • Experience in designing, implementing, and reporting on community development activities. Language Proficiency: • Fluency in both spoken and written English required. • Proficiency in one of more of Namibia’s local languages is desirable. APPLICATION PROCESS: Individuals meeting the minimum qualifications should submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and certified copies of qualifications to the following: Email: [email protected] full position description is available on the U.S. Embassy website at https://na.embassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ Attn: Human Resources Specialist. Deadline for submission: Friday 27 January 2023.17:00pm • The U.S. Government is An Equal Opportunity Employer

The standardised nominal value of transactions cleared through BankservAfrica climbed more than R150 billion to some R1.3 trillion in December.

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ankservAfrica, the largest automated payments clearing house in Africa, says its index tracking activity in South Africa’s economy snapped a six-month streak of declines in December, almost recovering to a level seen in January 2022. BankservAfrica’s economic transactions index (BETI) makes use of data from the millions of transactions it processes daily, and it climbed 1.7% year-on-year to 132.1 points in the last month of the year. The report uses 2005 as a benchmark of 100 points, reflecting the standardised value of all economic transactions in the South Africa economy at seasonally adjusted real constant prices. The monthly, quarterly and annual improvements in the index all signal some improvement in the broader South African economy, BankservAfrica said, with the improvement coming despite “the ongoing, dismal economic context. “The welcomed improvement to the BETI occurred against the broader economic context that has remained fairly grim during December, with load shedding continuing, interest rates and inflation remaining at elevated levels and the global economic slowdown gaining momentum,” said independent economist Elize Kruger, who helped compile the report, in a statement.

Electronic

The latest movement in the BETI is a reflection of the South African economy’s resilience, she said, as well as the annual festive season spend that contributed to the number of electronic transactions pushing to an all-time high of 143.6 million, an 11.4% year-on-year in-

crease and 2.7% up on a monthly basis. The standardised nominal value of transactions cleared through BankservAfrica climbed more than R150 billion to some R1.3 trillion in December year-on-year, but the average value per transaction declined by 4.3%.

The welcomed improvement to the BETI occurred against the broader economic context that has remained fairly grim during December. BankservAfrica

While the improvement in the BETI for December is encouraging, there are indications that we could expect ‘more of the same’ in 2023, as the main challenges of load shedding and households under pressure from elevated inflation and interest rates are likely to remain, the report reads. “All indications also point to a less supportive global environment as the International Monetary Fund recently warned that a third of the global economy could be in a recession this year, adding to the risks for the South African economy from an export and commodity price perspective. One silver lining is the expectation that consumer inflation should moderate and provide some relief for many South Africans.” - Fin24

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001 Death Notices 002 In Memoriam 003 With Gratitude 004 Lost 005 Notices 006 Personal 007 Training 008 Employment Wanted 009 Vacancies 010 Services 011 Congratulations 012 Properties 013 Construction 014 Accommodation 015 Wanted to Let 016 To Let 017 Commercial Wanted to Let 018 Commercial to Let 019 Commercial Property to Buy 020 Comm. Property for Sale 021 Goods Wanted to buy 022 Goods for Sale 023 Animals 024 Bicycles and Motorcycles 025 Vehicles 026 Trucks and Trailers 027 Residential Prop. to Buy 028 Residential Prop. for Sale 029 Businesses 030 Farms Wanted to Buy 031 Farms for Sale 032 Auctions 033 Erven Wanted to Buy 034 Erven for Sale 035 Legal Notices

008 Betrekkings gevra 009 Vakatures 010 Spesiale dienste 011 Gelukwensings 012 Eiendomme 013 Bou en verf 014 Akkommodasie 015 Te huur gevra 016 Te huur 017 Kommersieel te huur gevra 018 Kommersieel te huur 019 Kommersieel te koop gevra 020 Kommersieel te koop 021 Allerlei te koop gevra 022 Allerlei te koop 023 Diere 024 Motorfietse en fietse 025 Motors 026 Vragmotors en sleepwaens 027 Huise te koop gevra 028 Huise te koop 029 Besighede 030 Plase te koop gevra 031 Plase te koop 032 Veilings 033 Erwe te koop gevra 034 Erwe te koop 035 Regskennisgewings

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Betrekkings gevra Employment Wanted

SOFIA (47) is looking for any kind of domestic or office cleaning work in Windhoek. Can start immediately. Please call: 081-2898782 DM0202200407354

PRISKILA, is looking for housekeeping, kitchen assistant, office cleaning and Health Caregiving work. Can start immediately. Contact: 081-7411598. DM0202300407467

Aina, is looking for any domestic work for 2 or 3 days a week. Honest young lady. Contact: 081-3642457. DM0202300407472

MARIA, is op soek na huiswerk vir Maandag, Woensdag, Donderdag en Vrydag. Skakel: 081-5531772.

DM0202300407477

EVELINE (32), honest and hardworking lady is looking for domestic work for 2 days a week. Contact: 081-6150636.

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JOSEPH & SNYMAN: Body Corporate Administrator Joseph & Snyman (Pty) Ltd, a leading property management and estate agency, is looking for a strong Body Corporate Administrator who will be responsible for administration/management of various body corporates. Skills and Attributes: *Excellent written and verbal communication skills. *Strong typing skills. *Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multi-task. *Good human relations and interpersonal skills. *Basic understanding of bookkeeping & minute taking. *Trustworthy, ethical, selfmotivated and self-disciplined. *Team player and ability to work under pressure. *Sober social habits. Required qualifications and experience: *Namibian citizen. *Grade 12 or equivalent. *At least two years of relevant experience in an administrative assistant’s position. *Knowledge of body corporate administration and procedures will be an advantage. *Exceptional computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. *Fluent in both English and Afrikaans. *Other languages will be an added advantage. *Valid driver’s licence. Key focus areas: Capture all financial transactions for various Body Corporates. *Handles all correspondence for various Body Corporates. *Preparation of monthly reports to Trustees. *Assist debtors department with recovery of debts. *Scheduling of and preparation of documents for Body Corporate AGM / Budget Meetings. *Taking minutes at Body Corporate meetings. *Handles all insurance matters for Body Corporates. *Administer and Manage all bank accounts, renewal of signatures & FIA documents. We offer an attractive remuneration package commensurate with experience and relevant qualifications. Interested persons can submit their CVs and relevant documentation to: [email protected] Closing date is 27 January 2023 and only short-listed candidates will be contacted. DM0202300407474

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ALUMINIUM & HARDWARE STOCKIST: Three positions available: Job Title: Driver / Warehouse Picker - Windhoek. Reports to: Warehouse controller - Windhoek. Main Purpose of Job: Take responsibility for picking and packing hardware or extrusions where required and/or delivery of such goods. In conjunction with warehouse controller to check all quantities of hardware or extrusions versus picking slips and invoices of customers and invoices of suppliers. Primary duties: * Take full responsibility of picking, wrapping loading and offloading of hardware and extrusions. * Take responsibility to check all hardware and extrusions versus picking slips to ensure goods are delivered correctly. * Take responsibility to check all hardware and extrusions versus invoices from customers to ensure all goods received correspond with invoices supplied. * Keep the warehouse clean and tidy at all times. * Have a friendly and helpful attitude towards all clients of NEW. * Take responsibility to wrap and load all relevant goods on customer vehicles. * Take responsibility to off-load supplier trucks and pack in designated racks after all goods has been checked against supplier invoices. * Do any deliveries as required by warehouse controller. * Agree to perform any lawful and reasonable instruction. * Follow Standard Operating Procedures as laid out in the company internal control document and abide by all Company policies and procedures. * A valid drivers license will be a requirement. A BE, C1E or CE driver’s license will be an advantage. Form an active part of the team to improve customer service and perform any other functions that may be requested by management from time to time. Application to: Francois du Toit. E-mail: [email protected] Closing date: 20 January 2023. Note – Short listed candidates may be required to do psychometric testing. Any formal application must be in writing and should be accompanied by a short CV.

ALUMINIUM & HARDWARE STOCKIST: Three positions available: Job Title: Driver / Warehouse Picker - Windhoek. Reports to: Warehouse controller - Windhoek. Main Purpose of Job: Take responsibility for picking and packing hardware or extrusions where required and/or delivery of such goods. In conjunction with warehouse controller to check all quantities of hardware or extrusions versus picking slips and invoices of customers and invoices of suppliers. Primary duties: * Take full responsibility of picking, wrapping loading and offloading of hardware and extrusions. * Take responsibility to check all hardware and extrusions versus picking slips to ensure goods are delivered correctly. * Take responsibility to check all hardware and extrusions versus invoices from customers to ensure all goods received correspond with invoices supplied. * Keep the warehouse clean and tidy at all times. * Have a friendly and helpful attitude towards all clients of NEW. * Take responsibility to wrap and load all relevant goods on customer vehicles. * Take responsibility to off-load supplier trucks and pack in designated racks after all goods has been checked against supplier invoices. * Do any deliveries as required by warehouse controller. * Agree to perform any lawful and reasonable instruction. * Follow Standard Operating Procedures as laid out in the company internal control document and abide by all Company policies and procedures. * A valid drivers license will be a requirement. A BE, C1E or CE driver’s license will be an advantage. Form an active part of the team to improve customer service and perform any other functions that may be requested by management from time to time. Application to: Francois du Toit. E-mail: [email protected] Closing date: 20 January 2023. Note – Short listed candidates may be required to do psychometric testing. Any formal application must be in writing and should be accompanied by a short CV.

LUKA OPTICS urgently needs an OPTOMETRIST for business opportunity. Please email CV to: [email protected] Preference will be given to Namibian citizens.

EASY SECURITY INSTALLATIONS: is looking for a Security Technician. Valid driver’s licence must be able to Weld, must be dedicated & willing to learn, able to work under pressure, experience will be an advantage, must be fluent in Afrikaans & English. Send CV to: [email protected].

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WINDHOEK BUSINESS CORRELATION SERVICE CC: Full time accounting position in Windhoek. Candidate is expected to be a fast learner, personally organized and able to navigate everyday administration related challenges independently. Driver’s license is required and experience with Namra/Bipa is preferred but not essential. Kindly forward CV & Salary expectation to: apply.elan@ gmail.com DM0202300407470

GARNISH INDIAN RESTAURANT: Indian Main- Course, Pastry and Tandoor chef wanted. Requirements: Minimum experience in a Indian restaurant of 8+ years. Please hand deliver your CV. DM0202300407476

CITY PETS: Algemene werkers met 5 jaar ondervinding benodig. Lewer CV persoonlik af by winkel in Baines Inkoopsentrum, Pionierspark, Windhoek. Tel. 061-237619 DM0202300407453

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DIESEL MECHANIC- OTJIWARONGO: Vereistes: Belangstelling in trekkers en landbougereedsskap. Gevorderde kennis in Hydraulics, Electric en Diagnostic Systems. Minimum 5 jaar ondervinding. Rekenaarvaardigheid. Bestuurderslisensie. Bereidwilligheid vir roetiene Field service. CE bestuurderslisensie van voordeel. Selfstandig, fluks en eerlik. Engels en Afrikaans magtig. Werksaanvang: spoedig moontlik. Navrae of ‘n besoek is baie welkom: Tel: 067-303041. Vergoeding is onderhandelbaar. Stuur CV met werksverwysings en volledige datums (dag+maand+jaar) : massey@ afol.com.na Otjiwarongo Motors & Tractors (since 1983). Alleenlik kortlyskandidate word gekontak. DM0202200407386

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AMPLE NATURE INVESTMENTS CC, requires 2 Agronomist specifically for its Naturally Ventilated Polyhouse. Location: Karibib Requirements: Diploma in Computer Engineering or Bachelor of Technology (Bio-Technology) Agriculture. - Minimum experience of 2 years or more in ‘Naturally Ventilated Polyhouse (NVP) Farming’. - Expertise in covered cultivation, micro irrigation and post-harvest technology. - Fertilizer and irrigation management in Naturally Ventilated Polyhouse. Apply with your CV, qualification certificates along with ID proof on or before 15th January 2023 via email careers.amplenatures@ gmail.com.

OTJOMUISE: Secure Complex with underroof parking and guard house Built-in cupboards and stove. Two bedrooms N$5,300.00. Water excluded, prepaid electricity. Available 01 February 2023 , 1st month’s rent+ deposit. CONTACT BRENDA: 081-122 3067 brenda@propertymarketingnam. com. DM0202300407455

KLEIN WINDHOEK: as from now or 1 February 2023. 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, office, living room and open plan kitchen, single garage, stunning view / balcony / garden. No pets. N$22 000 per month /furnished. CELL: 081-1298701 (WhatsApp only). DM0202300407471

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DO YOU URGENTLY NEED CASH? Park your car and get up to 45% of it’s value! Cash in your account in 30 min! No payslip, no bank statement, just the car! Autocash 061-400676. It’s that simple!

GARAGE SALE: 14 January 2023, 7 Palomar Street, Eros. Contact Suzan: +264 81 2048895.

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AMETHYST SMART BRAINS ACADEMY: Registered Tuition & Examination Centre. * NSSCO Grade 11. * Cambridge IGCSE. * First time and upgrades. * Free Brain Coaching & Learner’s license lessons. Whatsapp: 081-8813691 or email: asbanamibia@gmail. com for application form. Call/Text: 081-5831999/061233721. Location: 7325 Rhino street, opposite Rhino Park Veterinary Clinic. DM0202200407380

100 SKAAPOOIE te koop in Witvlei. N$1500/kop. Skakel: 0812857686 DM0202300407497

Huise te koop 028 Residential Prop. for Sale ANGELS REAL ESTATE: Rehoboth Block A , 4 bedrooms (bic), 4 bathrooms, kitchen (bic), lounge/ dinning, TV-room, stoep room, garage, carport plus1 bedroom flat. Price N$ 1,250 000. Contact Frank 0812571150 DM0202300407460

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EROS: Acacia close 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom duplex townhouse guest toilet, laundry, lapa with built in BBQ, double garage, carports. N$ 11,000. Call: Annelize: 081-1285451. DM0202300407466

PIONIERSPARK: 2 Bedroom house with garage to rent. N$8 300. Swatrust: Tel 061-225752. Email: [email protected]. Spacious 2 bedroom backyard flat to rent. N$7 000. Swatrust: Tel: 061-225752. Email: [email protected].

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ALCANTARA: Kleine Kuppe. Modern 2 bedroom Townhouse, 1bathroom, open plan kitchen/ dining/ lounge, single garage & parking bay. Balcony with beautiful view, secure. Private back yard (Pet friendly). N$9 000 excluding water & electricity. Contact: 081-124 9748. DM0202300407475

MEGA PARK: Pioniers Park, 2 bedroom townhouse, 1 bathroom, open plan kitchen/ dining/ lounge, shade net, parking bay. Private backyard, N$ 7 500, excluding water & electricity. Contact: 081-1249748

ANGELS REAL ESTATE: Swakopmund: Ocean View near Ocean View Spar, Duplex Townhouse 2 bedrooms (bic), 2 bath rooms, guest toilet, lounge kitchen (bic & bis), single garage, indoor braai, courtyard. Price N$1,145 000. Contact Frank 081-2571150. DM0202300407461

ANGELS REAL ESTATE: Rehoboth Block G, Townhouse 2 bedrooms (BIC), bathroom, kitchen (BIC & BIS), lounge, carport. Price N$ 460 000. Contact Frank 081-2571150. DM0202300407462

REHOBOTH BLOK A: 3 Bed room free standing house (bic), kitchen bic & bis, dinning, living room etc. plus 2 bedroom flat (bic), open plan kitchen (bic & bis) on one big erf 1100m², N$1,1 million excluding cost. Call: 0811415335. DM0202300407452

DORADO VALLEY: Price N$1.790. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths bic, main bedroom is ensuite, dressing room with office space, open plan kitchen, TV-room, dining, lounge and small porch Braai, 3 Car Garage. 320m². WhatsApp Call: +264-814285821/ +264-814519911. DM0202300407465

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In Loving Memory of

Johanna Cornelia (Joey) Diergaardt *05/09/1955 †01/01/2023

Psalm 23:The Lord is my shepherd MEMORIAL SERVICE:

Fri, 13 January 2023, at 19h00, Block F, Erf 35 RHB

FUNERAL SERVICE:

Sat, 14 January 2023, at 08h00, Block F erf 35 RHB

CONTACT: SHAHIEDA 081 697 3216 / OCKSELIA 081 485 7025

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Huise te koop 028 Residential Prop. for Sale CIMBEBASIA: 2 Slaapkamers, 1 badkamer, enkel garage, 300 m² erf. Sakpas prys N$1,440,000 excl. Aweh Properties - 081-223 0909 DM0202300407482

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IN THE  High Court of Namibia (Main Division) Case No: HC-MD-CIV-ACTCON-2021/00663 In the matter between: ORION NAMIBIA PENSION AND PROVIDENT FUND, Execution Creditor and EENHANA GREENSIDE PRIVATE HOSPITAL (PTY) LTD , Execution Debtor NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION Pursuant to a Judgment granted by the above Honourable Court on 19 May 2021, against the Defendant/Execution Debtor, the following goods will be sold in execution by the Deputy Sheriff for the district of Oshakati, a public auction, on Thursday, 26 January 2023 from 12:00 at advanced Refrigeration, Main Road, Oshakati, Republic of Namibia, namely: 2x Full Computer, 1x Photocopy machine, 1x Printer, 1x Flat Screen TV, 1x Tea Table, 8x Beach Chairs, 4x Full Computers , 9x Office Chairs, 4x Office Table, 1x Cardiac Monitors, 2x Blue Chairs, 1x Steel medicine cupboard, 8x Steel Chairs, 4x Steel Tables, 3x Office Tables, 2x Counter Tables, 1x Fridge, 3x Flat Screen TVs, 15x Beds, 7x Office Chairs, 2x Full Computers TERMS: Voetstoots and cash to the highest bidder. Dated at Windhoek this 25th day of November 2022. VAN WYK LEGAL PRACTITIONERS PER: L. MOUTON Legal Practitioner for Execution Creditor Montreux Street, 17 Auasblick, Windhoek Ref: ORI1/0018/LM DM0202300407484

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Henning Jacobus Van Wyk ID No: 49051000219 REF. NO: E 1617/2022 DOD: 11 May 2022 LAST ADDRESS: Maltahohe The First and Final liquidation and distribution account in above estate will be open for inspection for a period of 21 days in terms of section 35 (5) of the Estate Act 66 of 1965 at the office of the Master of the High Court Windhoek and the Magistrate MALTAHOHE as from Friday 13 January 2023. L DU PLESSIS EXECUTRIX / AGENT EMELEO TRUST SERVICES P OBOX1447 GROOTFONTEIN CELL: 081 240 7037 E-MAIL: [email protected]

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IN THE  High Court Of Namibia (Main Division) Case No: HC-MD-CIV-ACTCON-2021/00656 In the matter between: ORION NAMIBIA PENSION AND PROVIDENT FUND, Execution Creditor and WATER ENGINEERING AFRICA (PTY) LTD, Execution Debtor NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION Pursuant to a Judgment granted by the above Honourable Court on 17 May 2021,against the Defendant/Execution Debtor, the following goods will be sold in execution by the Deputy Sheriff for the district of Oshakati, a public auction, on Thursday, 26 January 2023 from 12:00 at advanced Refrigeration, Main Road, Oshakati, Republic of Namibia, namely: 1x John Deere Tractor TERMS: Voetstoots and cash to the highest bidder. Dated at WINDHOEK this 25th day of NOVEMBER 2022. VAN WYK LEGAL PRACTITIONERS PER: L. MOUTON Legal Practitioner for Execution Creditor Montreux Street, 17 Auasblick, Windhoek Ref: ORI1/0011/LM DM0202300407483

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PUBLIC NOTICE Take notice that the owner, Werner Wiese intends to apply to the Windhoek Municipal Council for the construction of a three storey dwelling unit of Erf 184, Gamsa Street, Kleine Kuppe Township. The proposed construction will allow the owner to erect a three (3) storey dwelling unit on Erf 184. Should this application be successful, the number of vehicles for which parking must be provided on-site will be 2 parking bays. The owner’s current intentions are to erect a building on Erf 184 for the following activity: Residential Dwelling Further take notice that the plan of the erf lies for inspection on the town planning notice board in the Customer Care Centre, Main Municipal Offices, Rev. Michael Scott Street, Windhoek. Further take notice that any person objecting to the proposed use of the land as set out above may lodge such objection together with the grounds thereof, with the City and with the consultant in writing within 14 days of the last publication of this notice. The last date for any objection is 27th of January 2023 Dated at Windhoek this 13th day of January of 2023. RICARDO MICHAELS ARCHITECTS 1 Haddy Street, Windhoek P.O. Box 87342, Eros, Windhoek TEL: +264-61227314 FAX: +264-61227264 DM0202300407480

IN THE  High Court of Namibia Case No: HC-MD-CIV-ACTCON-2021/04274 In the matter between: STANDARD BANK NAMIBIA LIMITED, Plaintiff and JOACHEM FREDRIK KOTZE, First Defendant MELISSA KOTZE, Second Defendant NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION OF IMMOVABLE PROPERTY Pursuant to Judgment of the above Honourable Court granted on 29 JULY 2022, the following immovable property will be sold without reserve and voetstoots by the Deputy Sheriff of the District of WALVIS BAY on the 24 January 2023 at 12H00 at Erf No 1236 (a Portion of Erf 415) Meersig, Republic of Namibia CERTAIN: Erf No 1236 (A Portion Of Erf No 415) Meersig SITUATED: In the Municipality of Swakopmund, Registration Division “G”, Erongo Region MEASURING: 603 (SIX ZERO THREE) square metres CONSISTING OF: Driveway Entrance, Open Plan Dining & BBQ, Open Plan Lounge, Open Plan Kitchen & Scullery, 6 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2 Garages, 1 Store and 1 Ablution, 1 Splash Pool The “Conditions of Sale-in-Execution” will lie for inspection at the office of the Deputy Sheriff at WALVIS BAY and at the Head Office of Plaintiff at WINDHOEK and Plaintiff’s Attorneys, Fisher, Quarmby & Pfeifer, at the under mentioned address. Dated at Windhoek this 07th day of November 2022. FISHER, QUARMBY & PFEIFER LEGAL PRACTITIONER FOR PLAINTIFF Cnr Robert Mugabe Avenue & Thorer Street Entrance in Burg Street P O Box 37 WINDHOEK FPC/sr/247946 DM0202200406675

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IN THE  High Court Of Namibia Case No. HC-MD-CIV-ACTCON-2019/01874 In the matter between:STANDARD BANK NAMIBIA LIMITED, Plaintiff and MARTHA IYALOO CHRISTIAAN, Defendant NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION OF IMMOVABLE PROPERTY Pursuant to Judgment of the above Honourable Court granted on 05 February 2021, the following immovable property will be sold without reserve and voetstoots by the Deputy Sheriff of the District of Walvis Bay on the 24TH OF January 2023 at 10H00 at Erf No 2758 (a Portion of Erf No 2588), Narraville (Extension No 1),Walvis Bay, Republic of Namibia, Narraville (Extension No 1) SITUATED: In the Municipality of Walvis Bay, Registration Division “F”, Erongo Region MEASURING: 420 (four two nil) square metres CONSISTING OF: Main House: Entrance, Kitchen, Dining Room, Lounge, Scullery, TV Room, 4 Bedrooms, 1 Dressing Room, 2 Full Bathrooms, 2 Garages. Flat 1: Kitchen/Lounge, 1 Bed room, 1 Bathroom. Flat 2: Kitchen/Lounge, 1 Bed room, 1Bathroom The “Conditions of Sale-in-Execution” will lie for inspection at the office of the Deputy Sheriff at WALVIS BAY and at the Head Office of Plaintiff at WINDHOEK and Plaintiff’s Attorneys, Fisher, Quarmby & Pfeifer, at the under mentioned address. Dated at WINDHOEK this 02nd day of November 2022 FISHER, QUARMBY & PFEIFER LEGAL PRACTITIONER FOR PLAINTIFF Cnr Robert Mugabe Avenue & Thorer Street Entrance in Burg Street WINDHOEK FPC/sr/241681

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Help for relatives of Alcoholics AL-ANON Family groups offer help for friends and relatives of alcoholics. They provide assistance for people who live with alcoholics. Mail: [email protected] [email protected] Cell: 081 256 6229 VeNue: cnr Lüderitz and Kasino Street DATe AND TiMe: Thursdays at 19H00

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THREE STOREY DWELLING UNIT Take Notice that the Owner Mr. S Simpungwe P.O Box 96395 Windhoek intends to apply to the Windhoek Municipal Council for the erection of a three storey residential building on Erf 749 Kleine Kuppe , No 55 Henties Street .Erf 749 ids zoned Residential with a density of 1:900m2 The proposed developments will enable the owner to erect a three storey residential building The owners current intentions are to erect and use the building solely for residential purposes Further take notice that the plan of the erf lies for inspection with the town planning counter in the Customer care centre ,main Municipal Offices ,rev Michael Scott Street ,Windhoek

WHAT IS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS?

A chronic disease of the brain and central nervous system

Further take notice that any person objecting to the proposed building as setout above may lodge such objections together with the grounds thereof ,with the City in writing within 14 days of the last publications of this notice (final date of objections is 9 January 2023)

Office hOurs: Monday - friday: 09h00 - 17h00 [email protected]

Peace Corps/Namibia VOLUNTEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST – PROGRAMMING (Rundu) Statement of Work

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IN THE  High Court for the Northern Local Division Held at Oshakati Case No: I 63/2015 In the matter between: JOHANNES PANDULENI HAMUNYELA, Execution Creditor and MAX MATHEU, First Execution Debtor RAINO’S TRUCK & AUTO REPAIRS CC, Second Execution Debtor NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION A SALE IN EXECUTION will be held by public auction on THURSDAY the 26th of JANUARY 2023 at 12:00 in the forenoon at ADVANCED REFRIGERATION, MAIN ROAD, OSHAKATI, REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA during which there will be sold in execution as a result of an attachment made on the10TH day of NOVEMBER 2022 under a Writ of Execution issued on the 06th day of JULY 2021 by the above named JOHANNES PANDULENI HAMUNYELA (PLAINTIFF) against MAX MATHEUS AND RAINO’S TRUCK & AUTO REPAIRS CC (DEFENDANTS). 1 X NISSAN D/C – REG NO. N 1700 ND TERMS: “VOETSTOOTS” - CASH TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER DATED AT WINDHOEK THIS 24TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2022. SISA NAMANDJE & CO INC PER: T. IILEKA – AMUPANDA 13 & 15 PASTEUR STREET WINDHOEK WEST WINDHOEK (REF: R84/TII/15-wl)

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Grade : 6 Salary Range: NAD N$221,637 – N$310,292 BASIC FUNCTION The Volunteer Support Specialist – Programming (VSS-P) based in Rundu plays a key role in implementing post’s site management strategy, which is aligned with national and regional priorities and Peace Corps/Namibia’s Logical Project Framework goals, objectives, and activities by identifying and managing Volunteer sites in coordination with key staff to ensure quality placement and meaningful work while conforming to safety, security, and medical requirements specified by Peace Corps Headquarters. VSS-P staff collaborate with Programming, Training, and Evaluation (PTE) staff, safety and security staff, IT staff, the Volunteer Support Specialist – Administration, and Medical staff to ensure that Volunteers are able to successfully live and work in their communities by helping to monitor Volunteer competencies such as local language acquisition and integration into Namibian communities; demonstration of responsibility for personal health, safety, and security; and exemplification of a commitment to service and resilience, which enable Volunteers to facilitate participatory development under the unique conditions of Peace Corps service in Namibia. VSS-P staff organize meetings and conduct site visits to support current Volunteers, plan for future Volunteers, and evaluate grant-funded and project work of past Volunteers. VSS-P staff members collaborate with training staff to design and deliver training to Trainees, Volunteers, and Host Country Nationals who support Volunteers and review Volunteer reports for indications of additional site support needed. The VSS-P serves as a member of the Programming, Training, and Evaluation (PTE) team and supports Volunteers, Response Volunteers, and Virtual Service Participants (VSPs). VSS-P staff members must be willing to travel extensively in the field in order to fulfill responsibilities MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties of the VSS-P include, but are not limited to: Site and Volunteer Management 55 % Note: The nature of Volunteer support requires unusual work patterns including: extensive travel (approximately 80% of time away from the Regional Peace Corps office usually to Volunteer sites or potential sites, PST and IST sites or the Peace Corps office in Windhoek); the need to be accessible 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to respond to Volunteer emergencies; emergency trips to the field; counseling Volunteers on work and personal issues. Project Definition, Development, and Management 20% Training 15% Other 10% • • • •

Acts as backup to VSS-P colleagues and other staff, as required Acts as sub cashier Works with General Services and Information Technology departments to ensure Regional Office facilities and Peace Corps vehicles are functioning and in safe condition Other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS Education: Professional Degree in a field related to intercultural communication, community-based development, Peace Corps/ Namibia technical sectors (economic empowerment, education, health), project design, or management is desirable.

Prior Work Experience: • Three years of related experience working in a similar environment or in relevant fields (intercultural communication, community-based development, economic empowerment, education, health, project design and management, volunteer programming, etc.). Three to five years with an organization working with volunteers is desirable. • Strong experience working closely with people from different cultures. • Strong presentation skills; willingness to contribute actively in frequent stakeholder meetings. • Significant experience as a trainer and/or in the development of training programs. • Evidence of strong interpersonal skills. • Experience in designing, implementing, and reporting on community development activities. • Must reside in Rundu • Must have a minimum of 5 years driving experience Skills and Abilities: • •Must be computer literate. Proficiency using MS Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required. • Time Management and effective verbal and written communication skills are required. Good writing, analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to follow oral and written instructions. • Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, planning, records management and general administration. • Able to produce quality deliverables in a timely manner, coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines. • Availability outside of normal office hours to respond to Volunteer emergencies; emergency trips to the field; counseling Volunteers on work and personal issues; facilitating conflict resolution in a cross-cultural setting. • Technical knowledge of additional PC/Namibia Volunteer program areas (economic empowerment, education, health, and youth development systems) are a plus. • Knowledge of rural Namibia and the Namibian health and education systems strongly preferred. • Ability and/or experience working with local government officials at all levels, as well as international agencies. • Good understanding of NGOs and international development operations is strongly desirable. • Code 8 driving license. Language Proficiency: • Fluency in both spoken and written English required. • Proficiency in one of more of Namibia’s local languages is desirable. APPLICATION PROCESS: Individuals meeting the minimum qualifications should submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and certified copies of qualifications to the following: Email: [email protected] full position description is available on the U.S. Embassy website at https://na.embassy. gov/embassy/jobs/ Attn: Human Resources Specialist. Deadline for submission: Friday 27 January 2023.17:00pm The U.S. Government is An Equal Opportunity Employer •

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EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA The United States Embassy in Windhoek has the following vacancy as detailed below. Please note that applications must be submitted electronically via the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) system, by January 30, 2022, to be considered. Interested applicants should visit the U.S. Embassy website at https://na.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ to apply for this vacancy.

Trades Helper – FSN-03 The incumbent reports directly to the Supervisory Building Engineer. The position holder is employed as a Trades Helper to assist the technicians of the skilled trades in the performance of routine and preventive maintenance, and new installations and demolition work. The Supervisory Building Engineer will assign the incumbent to any of the skilled trade shops on a daily basis to assist the skilled technicians with maintenance and repair work throughout the New Embassy Compound (NEC) office buildings, grounds and residential owned/leased properties. In addition to assisting the skilled trade technicians, the incumbent may be assigned tasks include material handling, painting, custodial type work, snow removal, common laborer work, and grounds maintenance and gardening work. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position descriptions listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on our website at https://na.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

VACANCY: SALES & ADMIN OFFICER TanDelta Technologies is offering the above-mentioned position: 1st February 2023 Responsibilities • Provide positive & friendly first point of contact for customers via phone, email and direct contact at the office. • Perform basic counter sales including quotes, sales orders, and invoice process. • Perform tele sales including quotes, sales orders, and invoice process. • Manage all order dispatch/receivables. • Keep customer information database updated & organized. • Continuous stock management and stock counts. • Project/workshop stock management • Repair process management • And any other office related task Requirements • Fluent in English & Afrikaans language. • English & Afrikaans literacy. • Computer literate. • Hard working, positive and friendly attitude. Preferences • Literacy of as much languages as possible. • Experience with QuickBooks accounting software. Application Please send your job application to [email protected]

Client Executive Vacancy HR & Training Portfolio Are you passionate about Human Resources, Training and Career Development? Then this is the position for you! Synergi Marketing is looking for a dynamic and energetic Client Executive for our HR & Training Portfolio. Paterson Grade: B3

Duty Station: Windhoek

JOB PURPOSE To actively manage, recruit, promote, market and sell the Synergi HR and Training client portfolio and to ensure that the Synergi HR and Training platforms remains top of mind in the Human Resources & Training industry. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES • Discovering the needs of, and challenges faced by, clients – and using effective sales techniques and customer service to market the Synergi HR and Training portfolio. • Planning and coordination of account activity of each client, generating sales opportunities, and reporting status of account, having in-depth knowledge of client sales and marketing trends and spend. • In-depth knowledge of print, various social media platforms, best practices, and online media. • Studio / Broadcast engagements aligned to Synergi HR and Training Marketing and Client portfolio • Create video/social media/print ad content assigned to clients aligned to Synergi HR and Training client portfolio • Meeting sales targets, and engaging in upselling and cross-selling • Outstanding communication skills – including both speaking and writing in both Afrikaans and English, networking, sales, marketing and interpersonal skills • The ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively • Team player with the ability to liaise with several departments across the Synergi client portfolio • Resilience and the ability to work under extreme pressure, adhere to strict deadlines and stay calm when under pressure • Be able to come up and put together creative briefs according to client needs and liaising with the mproduction department. • Self-Motivated, driven, be able to perform independently and under supervision. Interested candidates who qualify for the above position can forward their CV with certified copies of qualifications and relevant documentation to: The Human Resources Department - E-mail: [email protected]. Please write “Client Executive HR & Training -Paterson Grade: B3” in the subject line. For further details on job requirements and competencies visit http://nmh.com.na/vacancies Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No documents will be returned. Closing date: 17 January 2023

Interviews: 20 January 2023

LODGE MANAGER Desert Hills Lodge is an upmarket 20-bedroom lodge near Sesriem and the world-famous dunes of Sossusvlei. Daosa Africa is currently seeking an experienced manager for Desert Hills to oversee the daily operations of the lodge and ensure all guests fulfil their holiday dreams. Core responsibilities: • Encourage high levels of guest interaction • Apply a hands-on management style to uphold quality standards and ensure staff productivity • Develop and modify lodge policies, programs and procedures • Perform revenue forecasting and budget control of various departments • Supervise the administration of stock requirements • Take an active role in the selection, training and supervision of personnel • Oversee the organization of food and beverage services to meet clients’ requirements • Maintain presentation standards of all rooms and public areas • Respond to enquiries and requests • Manage complaints swiftly and professionally Requirements • Grade 12 or equivalent • Minimum five years’ experience in a managerial role in the hospitality industry • Fluent in English, both written and spoken • German proficiency will be advantageous • Valid driver’s license • PDP will be advantageous • No criminal record • Proficient on Microsoft Office suite • Experienced in bookkeeping systems and POS operations • Capacity to build strong, positive professional relationships with clients, staff and suppliers • Financial business acumen • Strong attention to detail with good time management and the ability to multitask • Professional presentation • Strong communication and negotiation skills • Solid leadership and organizational skills • Awareness of the Namibian Labor Law, NTB and SSC requirements In return you will be offered an exceptional salary package, on-site free accommodation and the opportunity to be part of the Daosa Africa Team! Please send your resume and cover letter to: [email protected] No direct contact from candidates will be tolerated. Potential candidates will be contacted.

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FRIDAY 13 JANUARY 2023

CHEF WE KEBI SAFARI LODGE • • • •

EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you! We Kebi Safari Lodge is a mid-market 14-bedroom lodge on the C19 en route to Sesriem and the worldfamous dunes of Sossusvlei.

The United States Embassy in Windhoek has the following vacancy as detailed below. Please note that applications must be submitted electronically via the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) system, by January 30, 2022, to be considered.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and fully qualified chef to run and manage our large and busy lodge kitchen. We Kebi restaurant offers a fine dining experience with stunning views that overlook the waterhole and grass plains. It features high quality Namibian and international fusion cuisine, with an emphasis on fabulous, fresh, organic meat and vegetables from the local area.

Interested applicants should visit the U.S. Embassy website at https://na.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ to apply for this vacancy.

We often cater for a variety of events including weddings and corporate functions.

Mobile Computing Operator

The successful applicant will have previous experience for: • Managing a busy kitchen • Setting menus and food pricing • Ordering and monitoring supplies • Rostering staff

The Mobile Computing Operator (MCO) is a vital member of the Information Systems Center team, responsible for maintaining and managing all elements of the mobile computing program for Mission Windhoek. The MCO provides application installation and configuration assistance, cellular service plan support, and inventory management for Embassy employees' remote work platforms, devices, and smartphones. The MCO serves as Contracting Officer Representative for landline and cellular service contracts. The MCO is the primary point of contact for Embassy Windhoek's SharePoint site and manages user administration, content management, and user training. The MCO serves as the Embassy's switchboard operator, managing incoming calls, directing users to available online resources, or transferring calls as appropriate.

Attention to detail is a must, as is demonstrated culinary expertise. We want someone with creativity and passion to help us produce innovative dishes and enhance the overall dining experience for our customers. In return you will be offered an exceptional salary package, on-site free accommodation, and the opportunity to be part of the Daosa Africa Team! If you possess all the above, please send a resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on our website at https://na.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

No direct contact from candidates will be tolerated. Potential candidates will be contacted.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

Job Watch Alert The following vacancies have opened within Letshego Namibia

• Letshego Micro-Financial Services: Chief Executive Officer Closing Date - 31 January 2023 • Marketing & Products: Product Lead Closing Date - 31 January 2023 • People and Culture BP: Learning & Development Closing Date - 13 January 2023 How to apply: Send your CV & supporting documents to [email protected] For full details of the job description/requirements, please visit our LinkedIn@LetshegoNamibia or @Letshego Bank Namibia Facebook page. People in designated groups are encouraged to apply. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Passionate about food Experienced Reliable Hard working

Peace Corps/Namibia LANGUAGE AND CROSS-CULTURAL COORDINATOR Statement of Work Grade : 7 Salary Range: NAD N$ 307,092 – N$ 429,934 BASIC FUNCTION Under the supervision of the Training Manager (TM), the Language and Cross-Cultural Coordinator (LCC) is responsible for the planning, implementation, and administration of Peace Corps/Namibia’s local Namibian language programs for Invitees, Trainees, and Volunteers. Trainees and Volunteers must achieve benchmarked Language Proficiency Interview (LPI) language learning levels established by Post and the Agency in order to ensure they are well-equipped to successfully live and work in their communities in a culturally appropriate manner. Primary responsibilities include developing and implementing a language acquisition and development strategy that is aligned with Peace Corps/Namibia’s Logical Project Framework (LPF) goals and activities within a complex linguistic landscape; coordinating with key staff to ensure language acquisition assures quality Volunteer placement and meaningful work at site; working with staff to design and deliver training to Invitees, Trainees, Volunteers, and Host Country Nationals who support Volunteers; collaborating with Programming, Training, and Evaluation (PTE) staff to identify and train local language tutors at Volunteer sites; collaborating with staff and Volunteers to develop and monitor language learning plans for each Trainee and Volunteer throughout the course of their service; and managing review of Trainee and Volunteer language assignments. The Language and Cross-Cultural Coordinator serves as a member of the Programming, Training, and Evaluation (PTE) team and supports Invitees, Trainees, Volunteers, Response Volunteers, and Virtual Service Participants (VSPs). MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties of the Language and Cross-Cultural Coordinator include, but are not limited to: Language Instruction 40 % Language Training Administration 30% Site and Volunteer Management 20% Other 10% • • • •

Acts as backup to the Training Manager and other staff, as required Carries the Peace Corps Security Duty Phone on a rotational basis Assists colleagues in identifying and understanding their individual language learning needs, appropriate learning strategies, and recommends appropriate language learning materials and instructors. Other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS Education: Completion of university degree (B-Degree) in a field related to Teaching, Adult Education/Training, Interpretation/Translation, or Management required. Prior Work Experience: At least three years of progressively responsible experience in relevant fields (teaching, adult education/training, interpretation/ • translation, etc.) is required. • Strong experience (preferably three years or more) working closely with or supporting international students, volunteers, interns or others from a different culture, or significant experience working and living in another culture is required. Significant experience as a trainer and/or in the development of training programs is required. • At least two years of experience supervising or managing staff is desirable. • Experience in grassroots community development is highly desired. Skills and Abilities: • Language teaching and curriculum development, delivery, and assessment. • Experience with an American organization and/or culture desirable. Must also have a good knowledge of or interest in American culture and issues of cross-cultural differences. • In depth knowledge of rural Namibia and the Namibian education system are a plus. • Good computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook) are required.

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Other: • Enthusiasm and aptitude to learn new IT platforms (Learning Space) for creating virtual language training modules. • Counseling and networking skills are highly desirable • Good conflict resolution skills in a cross-cultural setting are desirable • A sound knowledge of community development issues and problems is necessary in order to develop appropriate language activities. • Knowledge of participatory approaches to community development. • Understanding of the traditional and modern dynamics of Namibian society. APPLICATION PROCESS: Individuals meeting the minimum qualifications should submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and certified copies of qualifications to the following: Email: [email protected] full position description is available on the U.S. Embassy website at https://na.embassy.gov/ embassy/jobs/ Attn: Human Resources Specialist. Deadline for submission: Friday 27 January 2023.17:00pm • The U.S. Government is An Equal Opportunity Employer