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The much frowned upon Hitler memorabilia and Nazi emblems have resurfaced again in Swakopmund, when a box full of posters, flags and swastika arm bands were handed over to be auctioned off on Saturday. Longstanding auctioneer Gerry Hey of Coastal Auctions said that he was given the box of Nazi collectables to auction and has already sold a stack to some German locals. It was mentioned that Peter’s Antiques was getting rid of their association with anything related to the Hitler regime and requested the collection to be put on auction. "It is not often we get these kinds of items, but I have regular antique auctions where authentic valuables are on the lot," said the seasoned auctioneer. "At our auctions you can find anything and everything, which is what, makes it so interesting." Owner of the antique shop, Ludwig Haller, said that whilst Nazi memorabilia is not illegal in Namibia, he gave the items up for auction because he claimed

that they were reproduced items and did not have collectable value. "We would not mind if something is of historical worth such as a military medal, but I found this box with swastika arm bands and other items in my store room, that were clearly copies, and we have no need for this in our shop.

We sell history, and these Nazi items were not authentic. "We sell history, and these Nazi items were not authentic, and selling such controversial articles in our shop does not send out a good message." According to reports, the swastika has an extensive history dating back 5,000 years before Adolf Hitler designed the Nazi flag. Continued on Page 3

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Nazi memorabilia resurfaced in Swakopmund when boxes full of swastika armbands went on auction on Saturday. The unidentified man is only posing for the photo and is not a Nazi supporter. (Photo Donna Collins)

An unnamed Chinese company is currently in discussion with the Ministry of Works and Transport to build a railway line from Tsumeb to Walvis Bay. The line would transport cargo and passengers between Namibia’s main port and Tsumeb in the north, according to China’s Ambassador to Namibia, Xin Shunkang. The immediate sticking point was how to raise the funds. China-based news agency, Xinhua, quoted Xin as saying the Ministry of Works had the budget for the project, but could not release the funds on time. "However, the Chinese company said that was not an issue. They could provide the funds to start the construction and the Namibian Government could repay at a later time," the ambassador was quoted as saying. It is estimated to cost around N$6.19 billion. It is not clear what the proposed time-frame is for the construction

of the railway line. Xin said Chinese firms in Namibia currently generate US$4.6 billion (N$57 billion) a year and provide employment to around 6 000 people. There are more than 40 major Chinese firms with an investment of around US$3 billion in the local economy, besides many smaller businesses. By the end of 2013, China's total investment in Namibia stood at US$3.9 billion, with the largest investments in mining and manufacturing. Major infrastructure projects At the coast, Chinese firms have muscled in on several major infrastructural contracts, including the airport upgrade, the Namport container terminal and the north harbour project, worth an estimated N$30 billion. To Continued on Page 2

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auctioned in Swakop Continued from Page 1 The word swastika comes from the Sanskrit svastika, which means “good fortune” or “wellbeing." The motif (a hooked cross) appears to have first been used in Neolithic Eurasia, perhaps representing the movement of the sun through the sky. To this day it is a sacred symbol in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Odinism. It is a common sight on temples or houses in India or Indonesia. Swastikas also have an ancient history in Europe, appearing on artifacts from pre-Christian European cultures. The Nazi party, however, was not the only party to use the swastika in Germany. After

World War I, a number of far-right nationalist movements adopted the swastika. As a symbol, it became associated with the idea of a racially pure state. In Mein Kampf, Adolf Hitler wrote: “I have laid down a final form; a flag with a red background, a white disk, and a black swastika in the middle. I also found a definite proportion between the size of the flag and the size of the white disk, as well as the shape and thickness of the swastika.” The swastika would become the most recognisable icon of Nazi propaganda appearing on the flag referred to by Hitler in Mein Kampf as well as on election posters, arm bands, medallions, and badges for military and other organisations. After millions of people were systematically killed under swastika flags by men wearing swastikas on their uniforms, the symbol become one of genocide, fascism and racism, and any other connotations it might have had, were lost.

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carbon dioxide emissions. The plant will consist of two parts; an off shore Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) and a power plant situated 10 km outside of Walvis Bay behind Dune 7. Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) will be shipped by and transferred to the FSRU, which will be permanently moored at a specially built terminal on the Walvis Bay North port currently under construction. An additional area of the ocean floor will have to be dredged in order to accommodate the FSRU and to allow ships to deliver and transfer the LNG. The LNG has a temperature of -162°C when it is transferred to the FSRU, through regasification the LNG is changed back into natural gas. Once in its gaseous form, it will be transported via a pipe to a port station on shore. The gas is then delivered to the plant via an underground pipeline 12.5km in length. Once at the power plant, turbines will convert the gas into electricity.

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An environmental impact assessment (EIA) is underway to evaluate the effect of the project on the environment. In particular, the dredging for the berth of the FSRU, the 12km long pipeline to the plant, the effect on birds paradise as well as the construction of the plant itself will all be assessed. The EIA is due to be completed by the end of May. Xaris was unable to answer questions regarding the financial aspects of the project with any real certainty. The mechanism of purchasing LNG from suppliers all over the globe appears to allow for instability in the purchase

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The continued decline in quota allocation to Namibian fishing stalwarts Namsov has been the key driver in pushing down the overall profit and performance of the Bidvest Group, according to a statement by Sebby Kankondi, CEO of Bidvest Namibia. Just how heavy the losses at Namsov are became apparent this month, when Bidvest announced its interim financials through the Namibian Stock Exchange. According to Kankondi, the division experienced a decline of 23, 1% as a result of the horse mackerel quota shortages following a smaller allocation of the 2014 quota reserve. Losses at Namsov, coupled with the poor performance in the Bidvest’s food and distribution divisions resulted in a miniscule overall growth in the Group’s revenue of only 0.7% for the review period. Kankondi further stated that the trading profit for the Group fell by 18.9%, posting a rather subdued N$179.6 million. This figure represents a N$41.8 million deficit for the same period last year. Kankondi points to the impact of Bidvest’s legal challenges (to the enormous drop in quota allocation) against the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources in 2014, as being the key driver in losses experienced by a number fishing companies. From an outsider’s perspective, a worrying sign for the Group’s medium to long term growth lies in the hefty disproportionate contribution of 72.8% of the group’s trading profits being derived from its fishing operations, Namsov. “This is the reason why the impact from the reduction in horse mackerel quotas is so severe” said Kandondi. Commenting on the future outlook, Kankondi said the fishing division is expected to continue to face challenges regarding horse mackerel quotas. “The tons of horse mackerel caught decreased by 35% compared to the previous period. Fortunately the exchange rate as well as hard currency prices helped to significantly offset the lower volumes on

revenue,” he added. The knock on effects of diminished quota allocation add significantly to the increase in the costs of operations as Namsov strives to yield the same or similar results going forward. In the period under review (and since 2012), the company has been forced to buy quota from third parties, the majority of whom are not fishing companies or have no interest in the fishing industry outside of being awarded quota rights. Prices are unstable and in many instances are more indicative of an auction, as right holders hold out for the highest bidders, all the time pushing up the prices per ton. Gross profit in this division decreased by 22% due to two vessels being tied up for more than a month during this period, as well as losses from costly experimental fishing excursions in Gabon and Angola to try and curb idle-time losses.

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Customary 'couture' of Herero genocide march Donna Collins Whilst models are strutting their stuff on the catwalks of Paris Fashion Week, Namibia did not miss a beat this past weekend when the annual reparation walk through Swakopmund gave by- standers their own view on high fashion, as hundreds of Ovaherero gathered in true pomp and ceremony to remember the German genocide. Swakopmund came to a standstill on Saturday, as hundreds of Ovaherero joined their eighth annual procession to pay respect to ancestors who have fallen during the German genocide. They gathered in true pomp and ceremony clothed in traditional attire, waving posters displaying words of anger and sadness. The march to the cemetery and the Herero holy burial ground in the desert just on the outskirts of Swakopmund, reflects the sombreness of a historic passage of bloodshed between 1904 and 190. The two-day occasion is organised by the Ovaherero/ Ovabanderu Genocide Foundation (OGF). The traditionally dressed Herero and Nama women,

accompanied by dapper men dressed in their military best, wound their way through town and to the cemetery. The bright red, emerald green and snowy white dresses of the Herero women, with the blend of the Nama ladies’ colourful patchwork style frocks and head scarves, gave the occasion a true flair. What could be seen as a flamboyant style of dressing by an outsider, is a bold statement of fierce pride and belonging for women who have protected their dress as a crucial part of their cultural identity for over a century. An impression left on the history books of this country and admired by visitors and fashion bloggers from all over the world. A two-day programme lead up to the officiating of the cattle-horned totem monument by Ovaherero Paramount Chief Advocate Vekuii Rukoro, where prayers were muttered. The horns of the oxen that was sacrificed at the burial ceremony of the former Herero Chief Kuaima Reruako, has been placed on top of the totem as a symbolic gesture to carry on his legacy. The march ended at the walled in graveyard where

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genocide stations are situated, and the marble memorial stone was erected in dedication to the events of the genocide. “In memory of the thousands of heroic OvaHerero who perished under mysterious circumstances under the reign of their German colonial masters in concentration camps in Swakopmund.” 19041908 Rest in Peace". The Herero and Namaqua Genocide was a campaign of racial extermination and collective punishment that the government of German SouthWest Africa undertook against the Herero and Nama people. It is considered to have been the first genocide of the twentieth century. On 12 January 1904, the Herero people, led by Samuel Maharero, rebelled against German colonial rule. In August, German general Lothar von Trotha defeated the Herero in the Battle of Waterberg and drove them into the desert of Omaheke, where most of them died of thirst. In October, the Nama people also rebelled against the Germans only to suffer a similar fate. In total, 24 000 to 100,000 Herero and 10 000 Nama died. The genocide was characterised by widespread death from

The Herero dress of significant historic value to Namibia and worn during ceremonial occasions.

OvaHerero Paramount Chief Advocate Vekuii Rukoro walks through the cemetery with his elders. starvation and thirst because the Herero who fled the violence were prevented from leaving the Namib Desert. Some sources also claim that the German colonial army systematically poisoned desert wells. In 2004 the German government recognised and apologised for the events,

A Herero women paying her respects at the Swakopmund genocide cemetery but has ruled out financial compensation for the victims' descendants. In 2007 a fence was put up and a tombstone erected. Prior to this, many off-roaders would drive cars and motorbikes directly over the graves, completely unaware of the thousands of people buried below.

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Photo caption: F.l.t.r. David Gameseb, teacher and coach of two times winners and current cup holders, Duinesig Combined School, Mara Kandjiriomuini, MYNSSC and Mr. Nico Niemandt, Erongo Red during the handover of the sponsorship. Harriet Beukes Erongo Red will sponsor close to N$60 000 towards the Inter-School Soccer Tournament for the third consecutive year in partnership with Kuisebmund Secondary School. “These young sportsmen are the future, that is why we at Erongo Red consider this sponsorship very important,” said Mr Nico Niemandt, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Erongo Red. Erongo Red sponsored the yearly soccer tournament for schools all over Namibia to participate, especially the Erongo Region. Kuisebmund Secondary School have won the meeting the first two years. “Erongo RED cares and strives to nurture and mold these young people. We offer bursaries and job attachments to young Namibians to further their studies at various technical colleges and universities. “We hope to work closely together with Kuisebmund Secondary School and other schools or clubs to continue to promote and develop the sport,” said Niemandt. Mara Kandjiriomuini, the regional sport officer of the Ministry of Youth National

Service, Sports and Culture, invited the social clubs and the NFA team Blue Waters to identify talent in these young players. He added that Namibia has always produced notable soccer players who have plied their talent in foreign leagues and he is confident that our current players also have a potential to play abroad. He said he has noticed that there are a few of our young players from the different age groups participating in the tournament and he hopes that they will one day become Namibia’s future football stars. In conclusion Niemandt said that the donation should signify their continuous commitment to empower the youth and should create platforms for youngsters to hone and showcase their talents as well as to have fun and create bonds with other young people. The first sponsorship Erongo Red made to the school was for N$28 000. These sponsorships cover the prize money, medals and furnish the two finalists with soccer gear. The tournament matches will be held in and around the Kuisebmund Soccer Stadium.

Nude photography is a genre of fine-art photography which depicts the nude human body with an emphasis on form, composition, emotional content, and other aesthetic qualities. The nude has been a prominent subject of photography since its invention and played an important role in establishing photography as a fine art medium. A Nude Art photo exhibition was held last week in Windhoek by Julia Hango, a 21 year old photographer from Swakopmund. The evening began with two people stationed at the entrance of the venue, a woman whom many would call chunky, full or even on the larger side of life next to her stood a man in touch with his femininity; both were wearing only panty hose, a mask and bright yellow origami birds in their hands. According to Julia these people volunteered to be a part of her experiment to abolish the stereotypes society applies to them. The first thing you see when you walk into Jojo's music and arts cafe in the old breweries craft centre, is the first five A2 canvas prints on the wall; very provocative works. There is a close-up of a woman's breasts; her head covered with a black cloth and between her breasts an abstract, rusty pole that gave the image such depth. Next to it was a layered image of a woman's lower body with flames and electric wires running through the body. There were also A1 prints of the naked form as seen by Julia. Instead of delivering the usual artist’s speech, Julia performed a short act. The distinction between fine art photography and other sub-genres has always caused a debate in the world, but there are certain defining characteristics. Erotic interest, although often present, is secondary, which distinguishes Art photography from both glamour photography, which focuses on showing the subject of the photograph in the most attractive way; pornographic photography has the primary purpose of sexually arousing the viewer.

Julia has been photographing the human body for a couple of years now. She began taking snaps of her partner and close friends and decided to exhibit her work as a social experiment to see how the public would react to images of the human body in all its natural glory with a touch of her signature edits. The theme of the evening was “provocateur”, designed to provoke debate about how the public react to and perceive nudity. Public reaction to the exhibition was a mixture of shock and curiosity, with many viewers unable to look directly at the images. The exhibition was a success; Julia sold four photographs out of the ten at the exhibition. She hopes to have many more provoking exhibitions both in Swakopmund and Windhoek in the very near future.

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Julia Hango As Swakopmunder's eagerly await the opening of the Strand Hotel later this year, assurances were given once more that the popular area will not be a playground for the rich tourists at the exclusion of local people. In fact, to the contrary, no thought was afforded to the hotel section of venture until the project developers were certain that the Mole facing entertainment walkway was build first and foremost for the local community. A whole new look and feel awaits Swakopmund and the endless line of visitors drawn to the popular Mole area throughout the year. The Strand Hotel, now rising at the heart of the beach front, promises a fresh addition to the entertainment and amenities that townspeople are enjoying. Residents were first in mind when the project was initially shaped, according to Managing Director, Bruce Huchison, who spoke to The Namib Independent earlier this week. “We wanted to bring the attraction back to the Mole and the surrounding area which has always been a central part of Swakopmund’s charm and culture. In the process the engagement in the community remains of paramount importance.” The Strand Hotel should under no circumstances be seen as a cornering of this prime piece of real estate and making it inaccessible and unaffordable to the local people, Huchison alluded. Though the four star hotel will largely offer first class accommodation to tourists and visiting business people, there will be enough enjoyment to keep the locals on the beachfront long after sunset. Of the five restaurants, four will be accessible to the general public and the line-up suggests a variety to please any mood and fancy. The daily food fest will kick off at the crack of dawn when the Farmhouse Deli starts serving breakfast and their variety of Slow Town coffees. It will include a deli, bakery and retail shop for locally made preserves, cold meats and crafts. Another sure to become an instant hit on the local scene is the Brewer and Butcher, a restaurant, bar, lounge and even a mini-brewery complete with a beer garden, open from late morning to late evening. Swakopmunders of a certain vintage will fondly remember a similar, though much more understated establishment on the Mole, that was without a doubt

one of Swakopmund’s most popular venues. The Ocean Seller restaurant is expected to lure all seafood lovers to the beachfront with an oyster bar, show kitchen, sushi and sashimi bar and a wine bar with extensive dispensary available per glass or bottle. Café Mole, a rock-n-roll themed diner and takeaway outlet, will bring back the 1950s with its candy floss machines and colourful ice-creams; the perfect place to grab a snack or refreshment during a long day at the beach. The Welwitschia Bar and Lounge, like the other restaurants will also cater for both hotel guests and the general public. With its sea-facing terrace it will be a quieter lounge area inside the hotel for a private drink or meeting, a night cap before bed or simply a breath of the sea breeze. Chef Dallas Orr will be responsible for all five restaurants. With his natural high spirit, vast culinary experience and passion for cooking, he plans to bring The Strand Hotel Swakopmund to life on the taste buds with fresh daily specials and Namibian themed dishes like his Nuuyoma Benedict, all simple yet classy.

We imagined typically relaxed Swakopmunders who may have been on the beach for a while. “When we set about conceptualising the facilities and atmosphere that we would need to create in order to ensure that the Mole may be reclaimed by the locals, we imagined typically relaxed Swakopmunders who may have been on the beach for a while (flop-flops, baggies and beach bags) suddenly deciding they would like a refreshing drink, meal or even a cup of tea. Our singular goal was to make sure that these folk could feel at home enough in any of our establishments to pop in baggies, floppies and all. Only when we were certain that we have achieved this in our planning, did we even begin to contemplate moving onto the nuts and bolts of building the actual hotel,” said Thomas Mueller, General Manager Marketing and IT of O&L Leisure Hotels and Resorts.

Namibia Ranked Highest for Road Deaths Harriet Beukes According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report released in 2014, Namibia is ranked first in the world in terms of the number of road deaths per 100 000 residents. Following this news, Namib Independent interviewed Eben Platt, Chief of the Traffic Department in Walvis Bay, as Easter is drawing nearer and this is what he had to say. “We will have joint operations and mini road blocks in Walvis Bay, we will be more visible

and there will be more patrols,” he said. Platt added that they will specifically focus on drunken drivers as most accidents are caused by them. He urged that holiday makers should find a suitable driver if they know that they are coming to party for the Easter weekend. “We will be very strict and we will specifically focus on the road from Walvis Bay to Swakopmund. Especially in the most popular places like Langstrand and Dolphin Park,” Platt said.

He urged people who didn’t pay their traffic fines to please come to the Traffic Department so that they can be assisted and the issues resolved as they are currently busy with warrants of arrest. Even though Africa accounts for just 2 percent of registered vehicles, the continent is responsible for about 16 percent of annual global road deaths. Africa makes up 12 percent of the world’s population. The reports stated that Namibia has an excellent road infrastructure and the high rate of fatal road accidents is mostly blamed on bad driver attitude. The last serious road accident at the coast was in December 2014 when three Namibians and three German nationals died in a crash between Swakopmund and Henties Bay.

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Sharon Brooks Following the success of the Fishtival last year, the Municipality of Walvis Bay is busy with final preparations for the festival to be held over three days from 2 - 4 April at the Jan Wilken stadium. With entertainment for all and a long list of activities and competitions, the event is sure to draw large crowds once again. Ninety exhibitors from across the country will have stalls at the festival which aims to promote Walvis Bay. Over 16 000 people attended the festival last year and the organisers anticipate an even larger turnout this year. The festival was handled by an outside company last year, but the municipality has taken on the organisation of the event in 2015. The Fishtival will kick off on 1 April when dignitaries have been invited to view the stalls; after this there will be an opening party for which the public can purchase tickets at a cost of N$200 per person. The event will be open to the public on Thursday 2 April from 12h00 until 21h00; an entrance fee of N$10 for adults and N$5 for children will be charged. On Friday the gates will be open from 09h00 until 21h00 and on Saturday from 09h00 to 18h00. There will be activities and competitions to entertain the whole family throughout, including jumping castles to keep children busy, three legged races, musical chairs and many more. The fun starts on Thursday with the Walvis Bay Seafood King or Queen cooking competition. Modelled after the television show â&#x20AC;&#x153;Choppedâ&#x20AC;?, ten competitors will be given a mystery basket of ingredients from which they will have to create a delicious meal. The culinary fun will continue on Friday morning when ten professional chefs from around the country will compete against each other. In addition, chefs from all over Africa will be competing for the title of African Seafood King. The finals for the cooking competitions will be held on Saturday. A float procession will start on Saturday at 08h00 at the rugby stadium in Narraville led by the WAKA garde girls. Companies are challenged to enter their floats into the procession at a cost of N$500. The company that wins the prize for best float will donate all the proceeds from the procession to a charity of their choice. After the float procession, ten teams consisting of two people will follow clues to find ten flags hidden all over town in an amazing race inspired treasure hunt. Local musicians will perform throughout the event, but the main

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performances will be held at the main stage on Friday and Saturday night. On Friday, Elvis se Seun will wow the crowds with their energetic Afrikaans rock featuring the talented and well known actor Stefan Ludik. The entrance fee for the performance is N$80. On Saturday night the stage will play host to the likes of PDK, Freeda and the award winning South African duo Liquideep. Tickets for the Saturday performances are going for N$150 for normal tickets and N$250 for golden circle tickets. Tickets for the performances are available via Computicket. In order to participate in the events or for further information, please contact Beverley Fernandez on 064 204 3219 or email Bfernandez@ walvisbaycc.org.na

Power to those who were at the forefront of the revolution. Their unwavering sacrifice, courage and perseverance is the current that fuels our bravery. Power to those who are plugged into the values, ideals and aspirations that waters our freedom. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continue where they left off and light the course for the next 25 years. Happy 25th Independence Anniversary Namibia. erongored.com

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Solar Park emerges from the dust Not far from Omaruru a technological marvel is unfolding in a clearing in the bush where the largest solar energy project in the history of Namibia is quietly taking shape. The Omburu Solar Park is a project of InnoSun, a division of the French wind and renewable energy firm, Innovent, and will boast the country’s largest solar power plant once completed. The Omburu photovoltaic plant (PV) is expected to generate 1 percent of the country’s electricity requirements (around 4.5 megawatt of electricity) which will be sold to NamPower in accordance with the agreement signed with InnoSun in December 2013. The new solar plant will thus produce 11 025 MW hours of clean

electricity per year that will feed into NamPower’s national grid, potentially reducing the amount of CO2 entering the atmosphere by around 8 500 tonnes every year. The technical manager on site, Daniel Ambros confirmed this week that they are basically finished with the construction phase and are finalising the last components of the installation. All the solar modules are in place, he said. The Omburu PV plant, which is being constructed about 5 kilometres south of the quiet town of Omaruru, at the cost of some N$120 million, was partly financed by the Development Bank of Namibia. The DBN agreed last year to provide an N$84 million loan to cover the project costs. Using a system of mounted PV panels, the Omburu project utilises around 33 000 PV panels that are

Verhaeghe was quoted at the groundbreaking ceremony in November 2014, as saying that if this plant proves viable, he may very well set up more solar projects in the country. At the groundbreaking ceremony for Omburu Solar Park in November last year the CEO of NamPower, Paulus Shilamba, reminded his audience that Namibia’s electricity shortfall is expected to rise to 650

MW, given that the country generates only 39 percent of its own electricity requirement. He said the cost of imported electricity is projected to rise to N$2.4 billion in 2015, but could escalate to N$10 billion over the next four years. Omburu’s energy will be sold to the national power distributor at an undisclosed price, as per the agreement signed by NamPower and InnoSun in December 2013.

Erongo Regional Youth restructures Harriet Beukes The National Youth Council of Namibia in conjunction with Erongo Regional Youth forum embarked on restructuring the Walvis Bay youth forum, both urban and rural. They started at the urban constituency on 13 March at the Multi-purpose youth centre in Kuisebmund and ended at the rural constituency on the 14 March. Observing the election process was acting Erongo Regional Youth Chairman and Former Mayor of Usakos, Akser Mwafangeyo, youthful leader Erenst Weather, officials from regional councils and different church leaders. All affiliated organisations, associations, political party youth leagues and church youth desks where represented. The youth came out in their numbers for the first time in Walvis Bay’s history. They want their voices to be heard since this is the year of the local authority election and youth will

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Mr. Asser Stainly !Aibeb, the chairperson of the Walvis Bay Rural Constituency Youth Forum. play a vital role. The election process was facilitated by Gerhard Bravo Tjinotjiwa of the Electoral Commission of Namibia The outcome of Walvis Bay’s Rural Constituency Youth Forum election is as follows: Chairperson, Asser Stainly !Aibeb; Deputy Chair, Andreas Shelikita; Treasurer Marlyn Gases and Secretary Sharon Uises.

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specially mounted on a single-axis system to track the movement of the sun throughout the day. Construction of the plant began in November last year. The technical manager, who works for mining firm Cronimet, said around 80 people have been working on the installation of the panels over the past few months. He was keen to point out that the Munich-based firm Cronimet brought only three technical experts from Germany to assist on the project. The rest of the workforce was drawn from local people, including Karibib and Usakos. “We are glad that we have been able to train a number of local people as electricians”. Aside from the obvious benefits of renewable power, this transfer of skills is an important component of the project, he said. He said the project is nearing completion, with the first tests of power supply to the national grid expected to be conducted within the coming weeks. Once the tests are successful the sun plant will be fully integrated into the national power grid. The project is being hailed as the first major renewable energy project in Namibia driven by an independent power producer and if viable technically and financially, it is expected to open the way to further green power projects. InnoSun's CEO Gregoire

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Kraatz takes NIMT students under its wing The 2015 NIMT Internship intake who started at Kraatz on the 9th March 2015. Seen here are: Back row L.T.R - R. January (Senior HR Practitioner); A. Shigwedha; R. Mulike; T. Shivute; A. Simeon; P. Bank; E. Nekongoh; N. Natanael; E. Shuuya; T. Fikunawa; and D. Van Niekerk (Managing Director, Kraatz). Front row L.T.R - M. Wapota; M. Nandjebo; N. Kambwa; A. Nambala; & M. Kandume.

Staff reporter Kraatz Marine's a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group of Companies has this year taken 14 students from NIMT (Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology) under their wing. This is part of the overall Group’s purpose of “while boosting growth at home which also encompasses education and not just the support of Namibian businesses, products and services.” Roberto January, Senior Human Capital Practitioner at Kraatz Marine advised that the company had been looking after students and teaching them the ropes for many years but has only been more actively engaged with NIMT for the past four years. “Some students stay with us for 6 months and others 12 months depending on their levels,” said January. “If, for instance, six interns leave to complete another level, another six will be appointed to replace those who left so that we stay within our complement of between 14-16 students throughout the year.” January went on to say that the students usually study in the directions of boiler making; fittingand- turning, as well as welding. When asked whether students remain at Kraatz after completion of their internship.

In general we have a good retention of students but we realise that exposure within multiple organisations and industry is a key part of professional growth.

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“In general we have a good retention of students but we realise that exposure within multiple organisations and industry is a key part of professional growth. We also experience that former students return to Kraatz after they have obtained exposure at other organisations. Some students are currently permanently employed and occupy supervisory positions within Kraatz,” he concluded.

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Bank Windhoek offers Independence deals Staff reporter

To celebrate 25 years of independence, Bank Windhoek has introduced new and amazing vehicle financing options to offer Namibians the opportunity to own their dream car. “The vehicle financing options are a gift to our clients and the nation as we celebrate Namibia’s 25 years of Independence on 21 March 2015. Bank Windhoek had in the past run the vehicle financing options as part of the Bank Windhoek Motor Show," said Chris Matthee, Executive Officer: Retail Banking Services at Bank Windhoek. Due to the Bank Windhoek Motor Show coming to an end last year, the vehicle financing options that prospective buyers can look forward to this year are the following: A repayment period of 72 months (for loan amounts above N$100 000; normal interest rates apply). A special interest rate of prime less 1% (new vehicles) and prime rate (used vehicles). A repayment holiday of 3 months (only start repaying in month 4 or choose any other 3 months within the first three years of the financing contract). Zero deposit on new and used vehicles (not older than 3 years) with first instalment payable in arrears (financing amount >N$100 000). Balloon payment option on selected new and used vehicles (not older than 3 years) up to a maximum of 30%. These options are only valid between 16 March and 25 April 2015 to clients who finance their vehicles through Bank Windhoek. Twenty five clients who apply for vehicle financing during this period stand a chance to win six nights accommodation, for two at any Gondwana Lodge in the country. “Gondwana Collection is a Namibian company with heart and soul, and so is Bank Windhoek," said Mannie Goldbeck, Managing Director of Gondwana Collection. "We are glad to have them as a partner and to join forces in the Vehicle and Asset Campaign as traveling is our business. Our aim is to encourage Namibians to travel in their own country and take advantage of our Gondwana Card for Namibians.

CADILU FISHING (Pty) Ltd An Equal Opportunity Employer Cadilu Fishing (Pty) Ltd, operating in the Namibian Fishing Industry, is committed to provide health care facilities to its employees employed at sea as well as their land-based fish processing factory. It operates a private clinic as a part of their employee wellness program. We seek to employ the following staff as members of a dynamic team:

REGISTERED NURSE (OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH) Key Performance Areas • Supervising and coordinating first aid providers and stations; • Providing primary health care assistance as well as to patience with chronic conditions; • Health care education; • Liaison with doctors or other health care professionals; • Providing high standard of patient care; • Ensuring clinical integrity of the Clinic as well as a high level of hygiene; • Controlling all medical & pharmaceutical stock in the clinic; • Keeping appropriate statistics and medical records; • Advising management on trends and possible interventions; • Performing Food handler Medical examinations of staff (including marine staff)

Clients who are looking to buy a new car or add to their vehicle fleet are encouraged to take advantage of these exciting financing options. “Clients who are looking to buy a new car or add to their vehicle fleet are encouraged to take advantage of these exciting financing options. Clients can visit any of the approved car dealerships across the country, during the running of this campaign and finance their vehicle through Bank Windhoek,” said Sandra Blaauw, Manager: Vehicle and Asset Finance Branch at Bank Windhoek.

Requirements: • Namibian Citizenship or Permanent Residence; • Registration with the Nursing Board of Namibia as a Registered Nurse; • 4 years post qualification experience in nursing, preferably obtained in a casualty ward and/or a primary health clinic; • An Occupational Health care qualification; • Pharmacology training for nursing staff with pharmaceutical stock; • Computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Office; • BLS and ACLS training would be a recommendation. Interested persons may submit their applications, CVs and copies of supporting documents in confidence to: The Human Resources Manager, Brian Isaac on or before Wednesday, 25 March 2015. Cadilu Fishing (Pty) Ltd. P.O. Box 1734, Walvis Bay or per electronic mail to: brianisaacs@cadilu.com

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e l y t s e f i L Commander of the Brazilian Navy on life in Namibia Sharon Brooks Commander Vinicius Azevedo Lima has travelled the world during his career with the Brazilian Navy and has been stationed in Namibia for the past year. We spoke to him about his time here and how Namibia compares to his homeland. Vinicius enlisted in the Brazilian Navy in 1987 and started with a trip around the world on the training ship â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brasilâ&#x20AC;?, which doubles up as a hospital ship during times of war. Following this, he worked on an armed destroyer as a Lieutenant. Vinicius had to undertake various studies in order to further his career, and in 1996 he became a qualified helicopter pilot at the Air Station in Brazil. After 13 years of flying, he once again did a world trip, this time as an officer in charge of the midshipmen. It was after this world trip, in March 2014 that Vinicius was stationed in Walvis Bay as a commander in charge of 16 men. Viniciusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife and two children accompany him when he lives abroad. The commander feels very strongly that family is of utmost importance and says that life is good as long as he has his loved ones with him. The children have adjusted to life in Namibia better than their parents, as is the way with children. The main challenge the Lima family faces is the language barrier,

they do not speak English very well, but are constantly trying to learn. The problem is intensified by the fact that most of the people the family encounters speak Afrikaans, which they do not understand at all. Despite this Vinicius says he has found Namibians to be lovely people, with a lot of patience and kindness. The commander says what he loves most about our country is nature. While Brazil is a beautiful country, he finds in Namibia the experience of nature is far more intense. The Brazilian Navy is joining hands with the Namibian Navy to develop a greater level of trust and friendship between the two countries. The main aim is to keep the South Atlantic free of nuclear weapons. The Brazilian Navy is in no way here to develop any kind of war operations. The two navies are working together to improve their operations through the exchange of knowledge. Vinicius feels that education is the basis of development in any country, and Namibia will have to continue to strive toward educating its people in order to continue to develop, but he is of the opinion that we are on the path to sustainable development. He says Brazil faces the same problem in terms of education as Namibia, but on a much larger scale. In fact, the current president recently received an award for reducing illiteracy in the country. He adds that he

is impressed with the way in which Namibia addresses its problems, in particular the AIDS programme. Vinicius finds Walvis Bay a comfortable, organised city with a high quality of life. He will be stationed in Walvis Bay until January 2017 and shares the dream that all Navy officers have to become an Admiral. The commander has so enjoyed his time in the land of the brave that he is strongly considering retiring to Walvis Bay one day. This fantastic endorsement of our harbour town makes one realise that Walvis Bay may have more to offer than any of us realise.

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An Albuquerque man is being held after shooting his ex-girlfriend in the head after telling police he was following instructions from his neighbour’s dog, according to the Albuquerque Journal. Matthew Gonzalez, 48, was taken into custody and charged with multiple counts of assault, robbery, and kidnapping after shooting the woman last week Tuesday. The unidentified victim was rushed to the hospital after being found in the street with a gunshot wound to her head. The woman, who is in stable condition, identified her assailant as Gonzalez, stating he used to be her boyfriend. Gonzalez turned himself into police after speaking with a local pastor before surrendering at his church. According to a statement Gonzalez gave to investigators, he became enraged when the women listed herself on social media as single. Gonzalez told police that

he communicates with his neighbour’s dog telepathically and that the dog told him, “You need to take care of this.” Gonzalez said he thought the dog was telling him to commit suicide, so he drove to the woman’s house so that he could do it in front of her. At her home he confronted the victim and her 10-year-old daughter before taking her hostage and placing her in his car. According to the Gonzalez, he and the victim struggled at a stop when she tried to jump out and he accidentally shot her. Leaving her in the street he then drove off intending on committing suicide but reconsidered after speaking on the phone with his boss who convinced him to call the pastor. Gonzalez is currently being held without bond. http://www.rawstory.com/

In honour of Albert Einstein’s birthday on 14 March, we are sharing the wisest words from the gifted thinker and the most famous scientist in the world. His contribution to humanity surpasses the scientific realm of physics; he was also a philosopher, a talented musician, and an observer of the human mind. He often pondered about creativity, imagination, intelligence, love, peace and war. Although he was humble and shy, Einstein passionately promoted equality and peace. He was a human rights activist for the civil rights of African Americans in the United States. He was finally recognised for his success, at the age of 42, when he won the 1921 Nobel Prize for physics. Below, you will find Einstein’s most inspirational, compassionate and wisest words. “Be a voice, not an echo.” “Be a loner. That gives you time to wonder. To search for the truth.”

“Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” “I speak to everyone in the same way, whether he is the garbage man or the president of the university.” “I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.” “Gravitation cannot be held responsible for people falling in love. How on earth can you explain in terms of chemistry and physics so important a biological phenomenon as first love? Put your hand on a stove for a minute and it seems like an hour. Sit with that special girl for an hour and it seems like a minute. That is relativity.” “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” “There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” “Few are those who see with their own eyes and feel with their own hearts.” “Everyone should be respected as an individual, but no one idolised.” http://culturenlifestyle.com/

What would it be like for humans to be treated like animals? These sketches say it all. From an alligator walking the runway with a human bag, to a man-drawn carriage pulling horses - prepare to question your own choices. To believe that one race holds supremacy over all other living beings is to live in an illusion, to be infatuated with a lie and promise of power, and to contribute to a destructive and cruel cycle which exploits and harms other sentient, innocent creatures every day. Yet this is exactly what is happening all around the world. Not only are women treated as less than equals in every profession (making up 40% of the workforce, yet hold only 1% of the world’s profits), but animals in every country and region are considered to be less intelligent,

and in effect, less worthy of having rights. Just because animals do not communicate in the same way human beings do does not make them any less important – or essential – to the ecosystem and workings of the world. To shed light on the way animals are treated and cause viewers to contemplate their own actions, these creative – and somewhat disturbing – cartoons have been compiled into a collection for YOU to ponder what it would be like if animals treated humans the same way they are presently being treated. http://www.trueactivist.com/

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