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State-of-the-Art Mobile ICU for Walvis Bay District Hospital
The United States Department of Defence's Overseas Humanitarian, Disaster and Civic Aid (OHDACA)programmethroughtheUnitedStates(US)embassyinNamibiadonatedaState-ofthe-Art Mobile Intensive Care Unit (ICU) valued at N$20 million to the Ministry of Health and SocialServices(MoHSS)onMondaythisweek.
The 5-bed ICU is designed to provide MoHSS with the ability to not only serve the local populationofWalvisBay,butalsodeploytheICU to other locations in response to a possible medicalcrisis.TheICUisself-sufficientwithdual generator power, water and sewage systems and air conditioning allowing it to operate autonomouslyin the field.It is also stockedwith 600000NamibianDollarsofmedicinetoensure theICUisimmediatelyreadyforoperations.The ExecutiveDirectoroftheMinistryofHealthand Social Services Ben Nangombe said that the donation comes at a crucial time as we enhance capacity at public health facilities nationwide.
“The ICU is in support of governments plans to
construct permanent ICU wards at all 34 District Hospitals in the country” Nangombe said, “followingCovidtherewereabout23ICUbedsin thecountry,withthesedonationstheICUbedswill increased to 93 beds for public health facilities.”
He added that the importance of such facilities in strengthening the nation's healthcare system, particularly in enhancing ICU infrastructure, training healthcare professionals, and supporting medical interns. According to Nangombe his ministrypresentedaplantotheNamibiancabinet to strengthens the countries health infrastructure and services. “The total amount for the plan is 16
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Paediatric Ward at Walvis Bay District Hospital
The24-bedprefabricatedisolationfacilitythat wasconstructedin2020forCovid-19casesat theWalvisBayDistrictHospitalhasrecently beenconvertedintoaPaediatricWard.
This ward will provide health services to for all babies, children from a few days old up to the ageof11.
The Senior Medical Officer at the Walvis BayDistrictHospitalDr Gawab said that the facility was cleaned by viral mental specialists beforetheystartedtouse itasaPaediatricWard. Hestatedthateachchild that is admitted will
have his or her own roomandthatallrooms are fitted with its own toiletandbath.
Dr Gawab said, “we aimtogivethebabiesat the Paediatric Ward a home away from home experience, while giving your child the best medical care available. Our paediatric team comprises of experienced nurses, paediatricians and
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Swakopmund Municipality Introduces New Sewer Maintenance Truck
TheSwakopmundMunicipalityhasunveileda new addition to its fleet: a state-of-the-art combination unit truck designed to enhance sewer maintenance and address blockages efficiently
PublicRelationsOfficer of the Swakopmund Municipality, Linda Mupupa provided details about this innovative vehicle “The new truck is equipped with high-pressure waterjettingtechnology tobreakupblockagesin sewerlinesandapowerful suction system to clean up sewage spillages,” Mupupa said This dual functionality makes it a versatile tool for a variety of sewer
maintenance tasks, such as cleaning pipelines,removingdebris, andsafelydisposingof wastematerials.Witha suction capacity of 5 500 litres and a water capacityof3500litres for jetting, the truck is well-prepared to handle extensive sewer maintenance operations. This combinationoffeaturesensures that blockages are swiftly and effectively addressed, which will
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TheExecutiveDirectoroftheMinistryofHealthandSocialServices,BenNangombeandActing Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy,Tiffany Miller, during the handoverof the mobile ICUinWalvisBay
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Continued from page 1 specialists.” He also stated that one parent is allowed to stay with their child 24/7 and the other parent is allowedtovisitduringvisitinghoursonly All nursing staff will assist in tidying the PaediatricWard,toensurethatthewardisalways neatandorganisedbeforethedaystaffanddoctors arrivefortheirclinicalrounds.
He said that the implementation of the plan has already started withtheconstructionof theNeonatalUnitatthe Swakopmund District Hospital, underscoring theMinistry'sresolveto ensureequitableservice delivery throughout the country. “After the completion of the plan the country will consist of 200 ICU beds in publichealthfacilities.”
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district hospitals will lessen the load on referral hospitals in the capital city, improving patient outcomes and boosting the system's overall resilience Nangombe expressed gratitude on behalf of the government and the people of Walvis Bay He urges all Namibians to support the healthcare workers by adhering to public health guidelines and remainingvigilantagainst the threats posed by infectious and noncommunicable diseases. Together, we can build a healthier, safer,
and more resilient Namibia. This Mobile Intensive Care Unit represents more than justamedicalfacility;it symbolises hope, resilience, and the power of international cooperation and the power of possibilities,” Nangombe said. Acting Deputy Chief of Mission, Tiffany Miller said at the handover of the state-of-the-art Mobile Intensive Care
Unit that These donations include a second 5-bed ICU in Otjiwarongo, as well as two Field Hospitals in Outapi and Katima Mulilothatincludea30bed Negative Pressure Isolation Facility and UNLevelIUrgentCare Clinic.
Miller stated, “these donationswilltotalover 128 million Namibian Dollars in value and represent the largest single DoD Humanitarian Assistance donation to date to the Namibian people. By partnering with Namibia to enhance criticalbaselinemedical infrastructure, we enhance the nation's
healthsecurity Wealso enable Namibia to respond to potential future pandemics as w e l l a s h e a l t h emergenciesandnatural disasters, which positively affects the region as a whole.” She emphasised the importance of this partnership in enhancing Namibia's health security and enabling the country to respond to future pandemics, healthemergencies,and naturaldisasters. Miller added that her government is proud to donate this state-of-the-art mobile Intensive Care Unit, funded through theOHDACAprogram.
“This ICU provides the MoHSS with a critical resource that can support local populations and be deployed to remote locations in times of crisis.” Miller
said, “a team of Namibian personnel to include doctors and nurses from the Ministryweretrainedin allaspectsoftheICUset up as well as the individual pieces of medical equipment withintheICU.”
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Gawab, SeniorMedicalOfficerofWalvisBayDistrictHospitalatthehandoverof themobileICUinWalvisBay
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help minimising potential disruptions and maintaining the sanitation infrastructure of Swakopmund. Mupupa expressed optimism aboutthepositiveimpactofthenewtruck,"this advanced vehicle represents a significant upgrade in our ability to maintain and improve thesewersysteminSwakopmund.Itwillhelpus respond more efficiently to blockages and spills." The introduction of this combination unit truck will aid the Swakopmund Municipalityingivingresidentsabetterservice. Residents can expect improved responsiveness andeffectivenessinsewermaintenance.
New SRA Initiative Aims to Support Street-Based Youth
Swakopmundhasseenahighincreaseinthenumberofstreetchildrenandhomelesspeopleinrecent years It is against this backdrop that the Swakopmund Residents Association (SRA) initiated a projecttoaddresstherisingnumberofStreet-BasedPeople(SBP)inSwakopmundinthemiddleof lastyear tothecoastfromthe Manyoftheseindividualscome inlandhopingtofindemploymentin Swakopmundbutoftenendupdestituteonthestreets.TheSRAformedacommitteeinpartnership withtheCoastalCommunityYouthFaculty(CCYF)toaddressthisissue
According to Marita van der Merwe, Secretary of the SRA,CCYFaimstosupportstreet-basedandvulnerable youthindevelopingself-employmentskillsandservices.
The main objectives include reducing hunger and malnutrition by providing fresh and nutritious food sources, promoting physical and mental health, encouragingsocialand economicinclusion,and offering opportunities for self-development. The SRAlaunched a program titled "Don't give your change, make a change, donatecashinaboxinside,"whichwillbeimplementedat strategic locations such as restaurants and cafes Customers and visitors can see posters and donate cash intodesignatedboxes.VanderMerwenotedthatJam-enKaas Brand Design and Communication designed the posters, whileJacques vanderMerwe manufacturedand donatedtheboxes.OnSaturday,13July,threeboxeswere deployed at Bojos Cafe, Andy's Sushi Oyster and Fine Seafood, and at Bar Zonder Naam (BZN). These
businesses strongly support the program. Each box is numbered, and a register is maintained for tracking purposes.
VanderMerwesaid,“ eareextremelygratefultothese w firstthreebusinessesthatarehelpinginthefight-to-fight povertyinSwakopmundandbepartofaninitiativethat will provide Coastal Community Youth Facility (CCYF) and other role-players the funds to tackle this problem.”Donationscollectedwillbecontributedtothe CCYFtrustfund,withasecureandauditableprocessin placeforcollectingfundsfromtheboxes.SRAwantsto urge other businesses in Swakopmund to join them in the fight to provide these street people with a hope of again becoming part of society The handover was conducted by Rowan van Dyk, Chairman of the SRA, alongwithBarbaravanZijl,Vice-ChairmanoftheSRA, andMaritavanderMerwe,SecretaryoftheSRA.
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FLTR: Dr David Tjiyokola, Senior Medical Officer of Swakopmund District Hospital, Regional Director, Erongo Region
Anna Jonas, MayorofWalvisBayTrevinoForbes,ActingDeputyChiefofMissionat the U.S. Embassy Tiffany Miller, Executive Director of the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Ben Nangombe and Dr Augustu
TheState-of-the-ArtMobileIntensiveCareUnitinWalvisBay
Walvis Bay Mayor Urges Land Applicants to Follow Relevant Procedures
Eileen van der Schyff
MembersoftheWalvisBayBackyardTenantsGroupdelivereda massapplicationforlandatFarm37totheMayorofWalvisBay, CouncillorTrevinoForbesrecently
Themayoraccepteda letter regarding the application but stressedtheimportanceof adheringtotheestablished procedures when applying for land During the submission, Mayor Forbes acknowledged the group's previous mass application, which was favourably received by theCouncilinAugust 2023. That applica-
tion led to a resolution allowing the saleofapproximately 464,754 m² of unserviced and unsurveyed Portion 19 of Farm 37 to Backyard Tenants Investment CC at a rate of N$5.00/m². In his response, Mayor Forbes reiterated his commitment to an open-door policy, encouraging residents to engage with
himonanymatter.He stated, "we sympathise with the applicants, and we want to assist you, but we must also look at other applications for Farm 37 " Mayor Forbes stressed the need to consider all applicants, given the multiple requests for landatFarm37."Itis crucial to give everyone a fair chance," he said.
Karibib Mayor Condemns Gender Based Violence
Karibib Mayor, Davey van Wyk condemnedGender-BasedViolence(GBV) following a tragic suicide murder incident in which Mandela Mbaunguraiye (25) murderedhisgirlfriendJosephineNauses, (23)andhertwodaughters,ReginaNauses (7) and Loide Nauses (3) before taking his ownlifebysettingfiretotheirhomeinthe earlyhoursofSunday,14July MayorvanWykstatedthatitisregrettablysad thatthisincidenthappened.“Weurgemento stand up and own up rather than resorting to GBV.”Headdedthattherecentallocationof spaceforanewpolicestationispartofefforts tobringpoliceservicesclosertothepeople. “Our police station is in town, but to address GBV,wearetryingtobringthepolicecloser tothepeople.Inthatregard,wehaverecently allocatedspacefortheNamibianpolicetoset upastation.Anythingthataffectsonefamily in my town will definitely affect the whole community,soweshouldbeabletostandand ensure we assist the family and also give counsellingtothemen,”MayorvanWyksaid. He added that efforts are being made to prevent gender-based violence in Karibib. Council have availed a building in the Usab locationforthepolicetobeabletoassistand respondquicklywhenwehavethesetypesof incidents. The mayor believes that there is a groupofmenwhohaveanorganisationcalled Action Against Gender-Based Violence. “I think the group was founded two years ago when we had an incident involving a small boy who was kidnapped and killed. Mayor van Wyk urged the Karibib community members,especiallythemalecounterparts,to be part of this organisation to be able to get counselling and assistance needed whenever havingrelationshipchallenges."Accordingto Van Wyk, the nation should denounce domesticviolencewiththegreatesthatred.
Rudi Bowe
I-Care Health Training Institute Celebrates Graduation Milestone in Swakopmund
Sharlien Tjambari
Asignificantmilestonewasachievedas174 students from I-Care Health Training Institute graduated with majors in AuxiliaryNursing,alongside152graduates inEnrolledNursing,markingtheinstitute's third Graduation Ceremony since its inception and the first-ever held in Swakopmundrecently.
Established in 2017 under the guidance of Namibia's Nursing Act no. 8 of 2004, I-Care Health Training Institute has grown to encompass four campusesnationwide:Swakopmund, Ondangwa, Windhoek, and Karasberg. Offering two intakes annually, in January and July, the institutepridesitselfon qualityeducationaccredited by the Namibia
Qualification Authority (NQA) and the Health ProfessionsCouncilsof Namibia (HPCNA)
During the ceremony, the Institute's Director, Johannes Homateni
George expressed profound pride in the graduates' accomplishments "Today signifies a momentous achievement not only for our graduates but alsoforourinstitution," he remarked "Each
graduate embodies dedication, compassion, and resilience—cornerstones of our profession."
Mr George highlighted the rigorous journey undertaken by the graduates, involving countless hours of study, clinical practice, and personal sacrifices.
"They have demonstrated unwavering commitment to ex-
cellence," he noted, "and they are now prepared to undertake the noble responsibility of caring for others during their most vulnerable moments "
Reflecting on the faculty's dedication, Mr George emphasised theirpivotalroleinnurturing the students "Our faculty members
haveworkedtirelessly," hesaid,"ensuringthese inquisitive minds evolve into skilled nurses who are ready to serve with compassion and competence." With 15 male graduates among this year's cohort, George underscored the institute's dedicationtoinclusivity and excellence in healthcareeducation. He reaffirmed I-Care's commitment to partnering with stakeholders in meeting
national healthcare needs I-Care Health Training Institute continues to expand its impactacrossNamibia, offeringprogramsranging from Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing, Certificate in Enrolled Nurse and Midwife/Accoucheur to Bachelor (Honours) in Nursing Science, and theinstitutealsostarted offering the bachelor's degree in nursing science this year in January
Director of I-Care Health Training Institute, Johannes Homateni George
Best Overall Performer, Irene Gontes (July 2021 intake) seen with Gloria Muballe
Best in Theory and Overall Performer, Violet Vaetaune seen with Gloria Muballe
Best Practical and Top Performer and/or Director's Award Winner, Elly Namwandi (July 2021 intake) seen with Gloria Muballe
Graduates
Stewarts & Lloyds Expands to the Coast
- Acquires Desert Iron & Steel Assets
Eileen van der Schyff
Desert Iron and Steel has sold to Stewarts & Lloyds (S&L), a renowned supplierof steel productsandcivilengineeringsuppliesforanundisclosedsum
The branch, which opened its doorsonMonday,aimstoserve the entire Erongo region, bringing quality steel products closertocustomersinthearea.
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Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such objection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager:RoadsandBuildingControl,(TownPlanning),PrivateBag5017, WalvisBayandtheapplicant,inwriting,notlaterthan09.08.2024
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Former owner of Desert Iron and Steel, Dr Dean Kock, wishes Mr Marc Schumacher, the new Walvis Bay branch manager and current manager oftheWindhoekbranch,allthe best in this new venture. Mr Schumacher expressed his excitement and said, “to best serve our customers, we must be present at the coast. We are excited to be here. Customer service is our number one priority, and we are ready to serve.”
This new Walvis Bay branch marks Stewarts & Lloyds' second branch in Namibia, complementing its presence in Windhoek. With 120 years of history and 33 subsidiary
branches in South Africa, Stewarts & Lloyds is committed to providing topnotchproductsandservices.
The company specialises in steel and tube products, pipes and fittings, valves, pumps, irrigation, fencing, and hardware, and is committed to providing customers with advice on the best materials, products and processes, operating in light and general engineering, mining, rural water, chemical, petro-chemical, automotive, agriculture, waterreticulation,buildingand construction,fireprotection,oil andgasandlocalauthorities.
Offering over 20 000 product lines, the company combines strong relationships with technical skills. Among other leading household brands, Stewarts & Lloyds, Agrico, DPI Plastics, Cobra, Klamflex,
Cascade, Aquaflow, Plasson, Pentax, Grundfos, Tek Flow, Bossini, AVK. VAG, Elster Kent, Sensus, PPC, Pferd, and Lasher are represented by the company's distribution networkandproductofferings. Stewarts & Lloyds, situated at 31 10th Street East in the industrial area is, open on weekdays from 7:30 to 17:00 and on Saturdays from 8:00 to 12:00.
For after-hours inquiries, Nathan can be contacted at 0814082186. Visit the new WalvisBaybranchforallyour steel and tube products, pipes, fittings, valves, pumps, irrigation supplies, and hardware needs. Stewarts & Lloydscontinuestodeliverthe quality and experience their customers have come to expect.
Port of Walvis Bay News
BulkCarrier,LADY
AY S E ( I M O : 9227871), sailing under the flag of Panama docked at the PortofWalvisBayon 11 July after a 25-day voyage from Ceuta Anchorage, Spain to
discharge 8 000 MT Ammonium Nitrate
She will depart on Saturday, 20 July Her length overall (LOA) is 137.03 metres, and herwidthis23metres. The vessel was built in2001(23yearsold).
Offshore Tug/Supply
Ship, FANNING TIDE(IMO9608738)
sailing under the flag of Vanautu docked at thePortofWalvisBay on16Julytodischarge sludge water She will depart for her next
destinationtoday
Bulk Carrier, SINOWAY LILY (IMO 9220471), sailing under the flag of Panama docked at the Port of Walvis Bay on 16 July after a six-day voyage from Port
ELEVATEDPETBEDS
Elizabeth, South Africa.Shewilldischarge 7 564 PCS BB (Vehicles and Mining Equipment) before her departure on Sunday, 21 July Her length overall(LOA)is189.8 metres, and her width is31metres.
Self-Discharging
B u l k C a r r i e r, SOLANJO (IMO 8028486), sailing under the flag of Guinea-Bissau will dock at the Port of
Walvis Bay on Monday, 22 July to load 2 000 MT Bagged Salt. She will depart on Wednesday, 24 July The Self-Discharging Bulk Carrier was built in1981(43yearsold).
General Cargo Ship, J O R I X ( I M O 9419802) sailing under the flag of Barbados will dock at thePortofWalvisBay on Thursday, 25 June after a 10-day voyage from Dakar, Senegal. The General Cargo Ship will discharge 2 000 MT Ammonium Nitrate before her
departure for her next destination on Sunday,28July
Bulk Carrier, AFRICAN SWAN (IMO 9303364), sailing under the flag of Bahamas will dock at thePortofWalvisBay on Wednesday, 25 July, after a 15-day voyage from Al Fujayrah Anchorage, United Arab Emirates (UAE) to discharge 31 300 MT Bulk Sulpher The19-yearold Bulk Carrier will depart on Monday, 5 August for her next destination.
Alarming Rise in Road Crashes in Namibia
· Erongo Region Sees 387 Incidents
Eileen van set Schyff
The latest road crash statistics reveal a worrying increase in traffic incidentsacrossNamibia,withtheErongoregionreporting387crashes and 18 fatalities this year. These figures are sourced from weekly collision reports compiled by the Namibian Police Traffic Law EnforcementUnit.
According to a post on West Coast Safety Initiative's social media, the nationwidemotorvehicleaccidentstatisticsfortheperiodfrom1Januaryto 7July2024,showasignificantrisecomparedtothesameperiodlastyear Thisyear,therehavebeen1468accidents,upfrom1375in2023.
Thenumberofinjurieshasalsoincreased,with2700individualsinjuredin 2024comparedto2425lastyear Themostconcerningstatisticistherisein fatalities. So far in 2024, there have been 212 deaths resulting from road accidents,comparedto182fatalitiesduringthesameperiodin2023. IntheErongoregionalone,theimpactofroadcrasheshasbeensevere,with 387reportedincidentsand18deaths.
Suspected Electrocution Incident in Omaruru
OnTuesday this week at approximately 08:10AM, a 22-year-old man wasfounddeadneartheOmaruruRivernexttotherailwaybridge.
Chief Inspector Ileni Shapumba, spokespersonfortheErongopolice, reported that the deceased, identified asWilhelm Markus (also known as John Olyn), a resident of Omaruru,wasdiscoveredwithburn wounds and head injuries next to a pole-mounted transformer owned by ErongoRED. According to the preliminary investigation, it is
suspected that Markus climbed the pole with the intent to cut copper wire and was electrocuted as a result.“Nofoulplayissuspectedin thisincident,”statedChiefInspector Shapumba. “However, an autopsy will be conducted to officially determine the cause of death.” The next of kin have been informed of thetragicloss.
Two Fires Minutes Apart Spark Concerns Over Safety
Thetwofires,occurringjustminutesapartonWednesdaymorningthis week,ledtothefirealertsirenssoundingtwiceinquicksuccession,asis traditioninWalvisBaywhenafirereportismade.ChiefInspectorIleni Shapumba provided details on both incidents, which fortunately resultedinnoinjuriesorfatalities.
In a telephonic interview with the Namib Times, Chief InspectorShapumbasaidthe first fire broke out in the Otweya location of Tutaleni At a house, two ghettos weredestroyedaftera child,whilepreparing forschool,litacandle
that su
ntly ignited the fire The blaze resulted in the complete destruction of all properties within the affectedghettos.Shortly after, at around 08:30, a secondfirewasreported at a house on Joseph Ekandjo Street in Kuisebmond. This fire
was suspected to have been caused by an electrical connection Neighbours responded swiftly, containing the fire before it could cause significant damage. Only a wooden objectwasburned,and no injuries were recorded.
Metcalfe Beukes Attorneys Withdraws as Legal Counsel for the Walvis
Rudi Bowe
Bay Municipality
Walvis Bay lawyer, Richard Metcalfe has announced on Wednesday, 16 July its withdrawal from representing the Walvis Bay Municipality in legal matters involving RedForceDebtManagementCloseCorporation.
Metcalfe stated, in a memorandum to the WalvisBayMunicipal Council that his firm cannot continue to representaclientwho refuses to comply with the provisions of the Local Authorities Act, the Public Procurement Act 15 of 2015, its own Credit Control Policy, and Water Regulations “We hereby terminate all services to the Municipal Council of Walvis Bay We will file our Notice of Withdrawal as Legal Practitioners of Record in both High Courtcases.” Hesaid the decision was basedonfindingsfroman investigation into the municipality's appointment of RedForce as its exclusive debt collector and subsequentactions. Metcalfe stated that despite the provisions of the Local AuthoritiesAct,CreditCon-
trol Policy, and Water Regulations,theMunicipal Council of Walvis Bay has allowed RedForce Debt Management Close Corporationtoactcontrary to these regulations. This specifically relates to the disconnection and reconnection of water services for residents, which Metcalfe said is done without legal authority “It is also obvious that you have nointerestinthefinalisation of the Report into the Appointment of RedForce Debt Management Close Corporation and/or its operations and/or the residents and ratepayers of Walvis Bay We accordingly cease and desist with such investigation,” he said and went on to say, “Thewriterapologises thatthefactsdiscerned from investigations disclose apparent fraud and theft. This,
however, can not be attributed to RedForce Debt Management Close Corporation, as it is now glaringly obviousthatallactions of RedForce are initiatedandcondonedby the municipal council of Walvis Bay, as constituted by the six councillors, GM: Finance and Manager: Revenue and Credit Control.Noblamecan be attributed to RedForce and suspected corruption, fraud and theft is solely attributable to the Municipal Council of Walvis Bay In such circumstances, an unreserved apology is tendered to RedForce,”hesaid.
ThepleaoftheWalvis Bay Municipal Councilforthetwocasesin which Metcalfe was the legal representative, case number HC-MD-CIV-ACTOTH-2024/01615, is due on 26 July, while case number HCMD-CIV-ACT-OTH2024/01947isdueon 30 July. “Your resolutions have effectively settled such matters to the detriment of your electorate in favour of RedForce Debt Management Close Corporation. It is obvious that you havenointerestinthe finalisation of the report into the appointment of RedForce Debt Management Close Corporation and/or its operations and/or the residents and ratepayersofWalvisBay Weaccordinglycease and desist with such investigation. When contacted for feedback, the Municipality of Walvis Bay declined to comment at this time.
Eileen van set Schyff
Eileen van set Schyff
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of: ACCOUNTS CLERK
Key Responsibilities Areas:
· Sort and match purchase orders to creditors invoices;
· Processing creditors invoices and bank entries;
· Processing debtors invoices;
· Monthly creditors and bank reconciliations;
· Prepare monthly accounting reports;
· Communicate with relevant suppliers
· Assist Supervisor with monthly accounting reports;
· Prepare for financial audit and assist external auditors;
· General administration and ad hoc accounting duties; Competency Requirements:
· Attention to detail;
· Good conceptual and analytical skills;
· Planning and organizing;
· Ability to function under pressure;
· Complete and comprehensive understanding of accounting practices and procedures;
MinimumRequirements:
· Grade 12;
· At least 5 years relevant experience;
· Knowledge ofACCPAC;
· Proficiency in MS Office;
· Experience in multi company environment;
· Namibian Citizenship;
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 26 JULY2024
Please forward CV's to Merlus.cv@gmail.com
Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Please only apply if the listed requirements are met. Short listed candidates will undergo a pre-employment assessment.
Verjaarsdag by Kuisebmond Ouetehuis
Eileen van der Schyff
GROOT VREUGDE en opwinding het geheers toe die inwoners van die Kuisebmond Ouetehuisdie44steverjaarsdagvanPetrusKamitsesaammethomgevierhetopSaterdag, 13Julie.
Petrus het besluit om sy verjaarsdag met die ouetehuis inwoners te vier eerder as met vriende, sodathysodoendeseëningekanontvang. Dieseniorburgershethomhartlikverwelkomenuit volle bors "Happy Birthday toYou" gesing toe hy saam met sy vriend en suster by die saal instap. Petrushethulharteblygemaakdeurgeskenkeaan dieinwonersteoorhandigindievormvan'nwarm oorgooi-kombers, 'n mus (beanie), sokkies, 'n waslap en lekkernye, asook 'n warm bak sop vir elkeen. Petrus het sy vriend Barry Konteb en sy suster Lucia Joseph saamgebring om hom te ondersteunendiedagsaammethomtedeel.
Barryhetdieseniorsbemoedigmet'nboodskapuit Jesaja 46:4. Hy het beklemtoon dat die seniors genadejare beleef en hul tyd moet toewy aan gebede,naderaanGodbeweeg.Opsywoordehet 'n "amen" uit die geledere van die ouetehuis weerklink Barry het ook vermaan dat die ouetehuisinwonersnieliggelowigmoetskinderen afbrekendopmekaarmoetweesnie,maarinvrede metmekaarmoetleefenvirdiejongeresbid. Baievandieseniorshetheelhartigsaamgestemen diewoordevandiejongmanopgeneem.Gebedeen sang het daarna uitgegaan vir hulle met baie seëninge,enhullehetmetblyeharteteruggegaan. Dit was 'n dag van vreugde, seëninge en gemeenskap wat die harte van die ouetehuis inwonerswarmgemaakhet.
Eileen van der Schyff
Youth
Walvis Bay Residents Voice Concerns Over Cyberbullying Among
Arisingwaveofcyberbullyinghasbecomea concernamongtheresidentsofWalvisBay, withincidentsaffectingteenagersandevenchildrenasyoungaseightyearsold.Parents and guardians are deeply worried about the severe consequences of online harassment, includingtheriskofsuicide.
One parent, in an interview with the Namib Times, expressed their anxiety, saying, "It's heartbreaking to see children being tormented online. The thought that this could drive a child to suchdespairthatthey consider suicide is terrifying " Another
parent said, "even if thebullyingstops,the emotional scars can last a lifetime. We need to understand how to help our children heal from thiskindoftrauma."
In response to these concerns, the Walvis Bay International School is organising a special event on 25
July at 19:00, at the Walvis Bay community church featuring South Africa's leading expert on social media law and founderoftheDigitalLaw Company, Emma Sadlier Berkowitz
This event aims to equipparentswiththe knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of social media and protect theirchildrenfromits darkeraspects.
At this informative evening, Emma Sadlier Berkowitz willfacilitateaParent Workshop dedicated to addressing critical issues surrounding social media. As an acclaimed authority on social media law, she will cover a wide range of topics, including popular social media apps, current legislation, and the crucial issue ofcyberbullying.Her expertise promises to provide valuable insights for parents and guardians see-
king to understand and manage the digital landscape theirchildrenengage withdaily
A local parent stressed the importanceofsuchevents. “We are desperate for guidance on how to handle these situations. Knowing more about the laws and how to protect ourchildrenonlineis invaluable " All parents and guardians are invited to this exclusive event. It is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the foremost experts in the field a n d e m p o w e r themselves with the knowledgetoprotect and guide their childreninthedigital age.
For more information and to register for the event, please contact the Walvis Bay International School.
Petrus Kamitse en sy vriend, Barry Konteb by die Kuisebmond Ouetehuis
Petrus Kamitse oorhandig hier geskenke aan die inwoners van Kuisebmond Ouetehuis
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CONSENT: Accommodation Establishment SelfCatering ON ERF NO: 495 TOWNSHIP/AREA: Langstrand Ext STREET NAME & NO: Foreshore street,SunsetSails,Unit22
In terms of the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme, notice is hereby given that I/we, the undersigned, have applied to the Municipality of Walvis Bay for permission to erect/establish on the site a/an: AccommodationEstablishmentSelf-Catering.
Plansmaybeinspectedorparticularsofthisapplication maybeobtainedatTownPlanning,FirstFloor,Rooms 101&105,CivicCentre.
Anypersonhavinganyobjectiontotheapprovalofthis application, must lodge such objection, together with groundsthereof,withtheGeneralManager:Roadsand Building Control, (Town Planning), Private Bag 5017, WalvisBayandtheapplicant,inwriting,notlaterthan 09.08.2024
NAMEANDADDRESSOFAPPLICANT:
ElsaGreeff POBox2939,Swakopmund Email:oceandreamselfcatering@gmail.com
NOTICES & VACANCIES
Project Quality Control Manager
GUEST RELATIONS OFFICERDUNES MALL
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Guest Relations Officer is the first point of contact for visitors, ensuring a welcoming and informative experience. The role encompasses a variety of essential functions aimed at maintaining high standards of customer service and operational efficiency
Essential Job Functions
• Provide accurate and prompt information on mall services.
• Respond professionally to tenant and customer queries and complaints.
• Adhere to Health and Safety Policies and administer first aid when needed.
• Assist with event setup and promotion.
• Manage lost and found items, questionnaires, and research.
Information Desk Duties:
• Address visitor queries and incoming calls promptly
• Direct visitors and ensure the desk is attended.
• Assist elderly, pregnant, and disabled individuals.
• Manage social media and respond to customer queries.
Exhibitions and Events:
• Assist with organizing exhibitions and events.
• Manage social media content and update the website.
• Promote upcoming events to visitors.
Mall Checks:
• Conduct regular mall walkthroughs and report issues.
• Ensure all shops are operational and clean.
• Assist tenants with their requests.
2. REQUIREMENTS
• Education: High school diploma (Grade 12) with relevant experience in marketing or hospitality
• Language Skills: Fully bilingual with excellent communication skills in both languages.
• Interpersonal Skills: Personable, approachable, and eager to learn new skills.
• Independence: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in computer applications and software.
• Work Schedule: Monday to Sunday with 8 off days per month, including one 4-day weekend.
Kindly submit your CV via e-mail to hr@oryxprop.com.na by no later than Friday, 26 July 2024.
! This is not a comprehensive job specification and may be changed at any given time.
! Please take note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
! Candidates not meeting the minimum requirements will not be considered.
Oryx Properties is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Affirmative Action Legislation. People from previously disadvantaged groups meeting the requirements are encouraged to apply Applicants who do not receive any response within four (4) weeks after the closing date must accept that their applications were not considered favourably Oryx Properties regrets that it cannot return documents.
NOTICEOFTHECONSENTAPPLICATIONINTERMSOFTHEWALVISBAYTOWNPLANNING SCHEME
CONSENT:AccommodationEstablishmentSelf-CateringONERFNO:442ATOWNSHIP/AREA:Langstrand Ext2STREETNAME&NO:KuisebAvenue
IntermsoftheWalvisBayTownPlanningScheme,noticeisherebygiventhatI/we,theundersigned,haveappliedto theMunicipalityofWalvisBayforpermissiontoerect/establishonthesitea/an:AccommodationEstablishment Self-Catering.
PlansmaybeinspectedorparticularsofthisapplicationmaybeobtainedatTownPlanning,FirstFloor,Rooms101 &105,CivicCentre.
Any person having any objection to the approval of this application, must lodge such objection, together with grounds thereof, with the General Manager: Roads and Building Control, (Town Planning), Private Bag 5017, WalvisBayandtheapplicant,inwriting,notlaterthan09.08.2024
NAMEANDADDRESSOFAPPLICANT: ElsaGreeff,POBox2939,Swakopmund/Email:oceandreamselfcatering@gmail.com
VACANCIES
MARKETING, SALES
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Marketing, Sales, and Office Admin Coordinator will be responsible for managing and implementing marketing strategies, overseeing sales activities, and handling office administration tasks at Dunes Mall in Walvis Bay Reporting to the Centre Manager, this role demands a highly organized, creative, and detailoriented individual who excels at multitasking and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
2. KEY PERFORMANCEAREAS, INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Marketing:
• Manage & implement marketing campaigns according to the Marketing Strategy
• Manage social media accounts and create content for various platforms.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners for marketing materials and events.
• and analyze marketing performance metrics to optimize campaigns.
• Collect monthly turnover data from tenants and input it into the system. Prepare monthly marketing report.
Exhibition Sales:
• Generate leads and build relationships with potential Exhibitioners & Kiosks. Prepare quote & Invoices for Exhibitions & Kiosks.
• customer database and update sales records.
• Develop pan to achieve sales targets.
• Prepare monthly sales report.
OfficeAdministration:
• office supplies and equipment inventory
• Handle correspondence, phone calls, and emails.
• Organize and maintain files and records.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documents.
3. REQUIREMENTS
• Education: High school diploma (Grade 12) with relevant experience in a marketing and sales environment.
• Language Skills: Fully bilingual, with excellent communication skills in both languages.
• Interpersonal Skills: Must be personable, approachable, and eager to learn new skills.
• Independence:Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in computer applications and software.
• Availability: Willingness to work one weekend per month.
Kindly submit your CV via e-mail to hr@oryxprop.com.na by no later than Friday, 26 July 2024.
! This is not a comprehensive job specification
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further screening
Oryx Properties Limited – Walvis Bay, Namibia
Oryx Properties Limited – Walvis Bay, Namibia
NOTICEOFSALE INEXECUTION OFIMMOVABLE PROPERTY
In the High Court of Namibia (MainDivision)
CaseNo.:HC-MD-CIVACT-CON-2022/04757
inthematterbetween:-
DevelopmentBankOf NamibiaLtdExecution Creditor and LuhanInvestmentCC
1stExecutionDebtor
HannesJohannes Resandt
2ndExecutionDebtor
LucindaLolitaResandt
3rdExecutionDebtor
In Execution of a Judge-
m
Honourable Court dated 31
March 2023 in the abovementioned suit, a sale will be held on 30 July 2024 at 10:00 at Erf No. 2906 (a Portion of Erf No. 1902)
Narraville (Extention No 1),WalvisBayoftheunder mentioned immovable property of the Execution
Debtors:
Certain: Erf No. 2906 (a PortionOfErfNo.1902)
Narraville(extentionNo1)
Situate:intheMunicipality of WalvisBay RegistrationDivision“f” ErongoRegion
Measuring:630(sixThree Zero)SquareMetres
HeldBy:DeedOfTransfer NoT6769/2010
Subject: To all the Conditions Contained Therein
Alleged Buildings / Improvements:-
Thefollowingbuildingand /orimprovementsareonthe property (although nothing in this respect is guaranteed),consistingof:-
1.MainBuilding(110m²)
2 bedrooms, 1 en-suite bathroom (shower & WC), built-in cupboards (BIC), 1 separate bathroom (bath, shower & WC), open plan kitchen / lounge area, scullery,storeroom.
2.Garage(44m²) Doublegarage 3 Additional improvements
Boundary walls, paved driveway, electric geyser, securityarrangements.
1.Thepropertyshallbesold by the Deputy Sheriff of Walvis Bay, subject to the Conditions of Sale to the highestbidderattheauction and furthermore subject to thereserveprice.
2.The sale is subject to the provisions of the High CourtActNo.16of1990,as amended, and the property willbesold“voetstoots”.
3. The Conditions of Sale may be inspected at the offices of the Deputy Sheriff.
4.10%ofthepurchaseprice tobepaidincashonthedate ofthesale,thebalancetobe paid against transfer and to be secured by a Bank or Building Society or other acceptable guarantee to be furnished to the Deputy Sheriffwithin14(fourteen) daysafterthedateofsale.
5. The full Conditions of Salewillbereadoutbythe DeputySheriffonthedayof the sale, but may be inspected at any time prior to the sale at the offices of theDeputySheriff.
Dated at Windhoek on 13 June2024.
Per:CaraAllen
DECKENBROCK SAULS&CO LawChambers LegalPractitioners ForJudgmentCreditor Unit8,@32Schanzen Road Eros,Windhoek Namibia Ref.:DEV1/0081/DSD/ca
MUNICIPALITYOFWALVISBAY
Noticeisherebygivenintermsofsection63(2)(b)ofthe Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act 23 of 1992), as amended,thattheCounciloftheMunicipalityofWalvis BayintendstoleasetheBusinessFacility/Restaurant atLangstrandResort,Portion11ofFarm42:Walvis Bay
DESCRIPTION
Portion11ofFarm42:Langstrand
ZONING: Special LEASEAMOUNTPERMONTH
N$10,050.00(15%VATExclusive)
NAMEOFLESSEE
Erick'sCovePubandRestaurantCC
DURATION: Five(5)years
Full particulars pertaining to the expression of interest will be available for inspection by interested persons until *Tuesday, 6August 2024 at room 159, Municipal Offices, Civic Centre Head Office For more information Ms. Florensia Mutrifa Ndjoze-Uanivi can be contacted at telephone (064) 201 3357 during office hours.
Any person objecting to the proposed lease, may in writing lodge an objection together with valid grounds/motivationthereof,totheManager:Economic Development at the below address or to Private Bag 5017,WalvisBay,beforeoronFriday,09August2024 at12:00.
EriksonPHMwanyekange
GeneralManager:CommunityandEconomic Developmen
MunicipalOffices
CivicCentre
NangoloMbumbaDrive
PrivateBag5017
WALVISBAY
BB-9 INVESTMENTS CC
PUBLIC NOTICE
SCOPING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF TENTED CAMPSITES AND TOURISM FACILITIES AT DE RIET, KHORIXAS CONSTITUENCY, KUNENE REGION, NAMIBIA
BB-9 Investments cc (Or the Proponent) was granted a right by the Kunene Communal Landboard to undertake tourism operation at a site measuring 19.23
ha in De Riet, Khorixas Constituency Kunene Region. The Proponent recognises the lack of tourism facilities in this area and for this reason, the Proponent intends to construct and operate Tented Campsites and Tourism Facilities to meet demand for tourism products. PUBLIC NOTICE: The Proponent understands “Tourism Development: 6. The construction of resorts, lodges, hotels or other tourism and hospitality facilities” is a listed activity under Regulation 29 of the Government Notice No. 29 of 2012 and may not be undertaken without an Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC). This public notice is in terms of relevant legislations including the Environmental Management Act (No. 7 of 2007) that application for the ECC will be launched with the Environmental Commissioner/Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism.
APPOINTED CONSULTANT: The appointed Consultant (ENVIRODU CONSULTING & TRAINING CC) shall provide mandatory environmental project management services and submit Reports to support application for the ECC.
INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE: Interested &Affected Parties (IAPs) are notified to register in order to participate in the public participation process. In order to receive information about this project, kindly register as IAPs by contacting: The Environmental Assessment Practitioner Envirodu Consulting & Training Solutions cc P. O. Box 4120, Namibia, Email: ecutscc@gmail.com
REZONINGOFERF441, TAMARISKIAFROMSINGLE
RESIDENTIALWITHADENSITYOF 1:600TOGENERALRESIDENTIAL2 WITHADENSITYOF1:100
Take note that Stewart Planning –Town & Regional Planners intends to apply, on behalf of owner of Erf 441, TamariskiafortherezoningofthepropertyfromSingleResidential(1:600m²)toGeneralResidential2(1:100m²). Erf441,Tamariskiaisdevelopedwithadwellinghouse/dwelling unit and related outbuildings and is situated in Graniet Laan(Street).Thepurposeoftheapplicationistoaccommodate a townhouses/block of flats in accordance with the development parameters set out in the Swakopmund Zoning Scheme.With the property measuring 899m², a maximum of eight (8) townhouses/block of flats can be accommodated on theproperty
The application is submitted in terms of the Urban and Regional PlanningAct, 2018 (No. 5 of 2018) and in terms of theSwakopmundZoningScheme.Thefullapplicationcanbe inspected at the Town Planning Department of the Municipality of Swakopmund, corner of Rakotoka and Daniel KamhoStreet,Swakopmund.
Take note that any person having objections or comments to the proposed rezoning must lodge such objections or comments, together with the grounds thereof, in writing with the ChiefExecutiveOfficeroftheMunicipalityofSwakopmund and Stewart Planning within fourteen (14) days of the last publicationofthisnoticetotheaddressprovidedbelow
Written objections or comments must be submitted before 17:00Monday,12August2024.
ChiefExecutiveOfficer MunicipalityofSwakopmund
P.O.Box53, Swakopmund 13001
Tel:+264644104403 jheita@swkmun.com.na
NOTICES & VACANCIES
PUBLIC NOTICE: ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE APPLICATION SCRAP METAL RECYCLING ACTIVITIES AT ERF R2989 WALVIS BAY, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AREA, WALVIS BAY PROPER.
In terms of the Environmental ManagementAct (Act no. 7 of 2007) as well as the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations (Government Notice No.30 of 2012), notice is hereby given to all potentially interested and affected parties that an application will be made to the Environmental Commissioner for the following activity: Project: Scrap Metal Recycling Activities.
Location: No. 10, Erf R2989 Energy Street, Light Industrial Area, Walvis Bay Proper, 22°56'38.3"S 14°30'48.9"E
Proponent: Mahadev Investemnt cc Environmental Assessment
Practitioner: EcoLab Environmental cc
All interested and affected parties are hereby invited to register with Ecolab Environmental. Background information can be requested and any comments, issues or concerns related to the project can be submitted to Ecolab Environmental. All comments/concerns must reach Ecolab Environmental by the close business on 9 August 2024. Should a public meeting be th held all registered I&APs will be informed accordingly Communication with stakeholders & I&APs is preferred via email. For further information regarding the project and/or to register as an interested/affected party, please contact: Ecolab Environmental` Tell: 081 47 89943 Email: elabnam@gmail.com
ESTATE NOTICE
ESTATE NO. E 1802/2023
Applicant StewartPlanning
P.O.Box2095, WalvisBay 13013
Tel:+26464280770 mario@sp.com.na
JOB REQUIREMENTS
GDSAmadeus qualified, with at least 8years’work experience as a travel consultant
Focus on corporate clients
Able to perform well under pressure and to resolve a crisis
Vibrant sales & marketing skills
While being customer-orientated with a dynamic outgoing personality
Experience working with Quicktrav, an advantage
In the estate of the late Daniel Laino Id Nr 470126 0016 0, of Erf No.234 Mondesa, Swakopmund, Namibia, and who died on 26 January 2023 (Master's Reference E1802/2023) and who was unmarried.
In terms of Section 35 (5) of Act 66 of 1965, notice is hereby given that the FIRST & FINAL Liquidation and Distribution Account in the above estate will be open for inspection of all persons interested therein for a period of twenty-one (21) days from date of publication hereof at the office of the Master of the High Court Windhoek and the Magistrate's Court Swakopmund.
Should no objection thereto be lodged with the Master concerned during the specified period, the executor will proceed to make payment in accordance with the account.
H VISSER (Mrs) Executrix c/o KINGHORN ASSOCIATES INC Haus Altona 2 – 6 Tobias Hainyeko Street P O Box 1455 Tel. (064) - 405051 Swakopmund (Reference: HV/LMEST329/0001-70) Registration
Wesco Group Announces Another Milestone
Rudi Bowe
The Wesco Group in Walvis Bay announced another milestone with the achievement of the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) certification. Wesco Waste Management Services and Wesco Engineering Services both achieved ISO 9001:2015 certifications an internationally recognised standard that ensures that products and services meet the needs of clients throughaneffectivequalitymanagementsystem.
This certification signifies that Wesco meets the highest international standards in providing waste management
and engineering solutions and shows their commitment to quality management and continuous improvement in their services. An accreditationknownasISO certification verifies that Wesco has met the requirements related to quality process standards as esta-blished by the International Standards Organisation (ISO). The ISO is a non-governmentalorganisation that establishes standards for goods, services, and systems in order to ensure their effectivenessandquality
ISO certificates, obtained from third parties, serve as evidence that a business complies with the ISO's standards.
Asaresult,theyaidin
giving customers and otherinterestedparties the trust that the company operates effectively and strives for excellentquality Internationalstandards give world-class specifications for products, services and systems, to ensure quality, safety and efficiency.ISO9001standard is based on a number of quality management principlesincludingastrong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, the process approach, and continual improvement. ISO 9001 is a globally recognised standard that outlines the requirements for a quality management system (QMS). It is designed to help organisations consistently meet the needs and expectations of their customers and other stakeholders while continuously improving their opera-
tions.
This certification can be a useful tool to add credibility, by demonstrating that your product or service meets the expectations ofyourcustomers.For some industries, certification is a legal or contractual requirement.
The Managing Director of Wesco Group, George Fransman express excitement on this milestone, “as a group, we continue to strive for excellence and services to our valued clients. Why is this so important, you ask? Well, even if things are going really well,wearelookingat what could be improveduponsothatwe can perform and serve our clients better ” Fransmanextendabig thank you to everyone for all the dedication and hard work that have contributed to achievethismilestone.
Picture right:
The Managing Director of Wesco Group, George Fransman as he shows off with the ISO 9001:2015 certificates achieved by the Wesco's Waste Management Services and Wesco Engineering Services
The Managing Director of Wesco Group, George Fransman fourth from the left with the Wesco Group staff in Walvis Bay
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CoastalAthletesSetNewWorldRecords
Juwan Kok and Stefan Strydom set three new InternationalAge Group World Recordsatthe2ndlegofthePupkewitzOpenAthleticsChampionshipshostedby AthleticsDevelopmentClubattheVinetaSportStadiumonSaturday,13Julyin Swakopmund,Namibia.
Juwan Kok (6) who had previously shattered the International Senior Group HighJumprecord for 5-year-old boys did it again this year by setting a new International Age Group World recordinthehigh jump by impro-
vingitfrom1.05m to 1.06m and also broke the International Age Group World record for Standing High Jump from 0 78m to 0.79, for boys 6 years old. Stefan Strydom (10) who managed to set a new record in the International Age
Group World Record for shotput for boys under 10 last year did it again this year for boys under 11 Thisyearhebroke the International Age Group World recordforshotput with a weight of 5 kilograms from 8,56m to 8.85m.
The high jump coach of Athletics Development Club, Hennie Horn, says that he is veryproudofthe twoboys. All photos contributed by Athletics DevelopmentClub.
ThirtyYoungFootballPlayersShowSkills
PLAYTIME Namibia Atlantis hosted mini football tournamentlastSaturdayfortheU9andU11boysandgirls attheAtlantisStadiuminWalvisBay.
About30youngboysandgirlsentertainedtheparentswiththeirskillsandball control.
TheBlueteamwontheunder11minifootballtournamentwiththeWhiteteam secondandtheOrangeteamsecuredthethirdplacewhilsttheGreenandRed teamswerefourthandfifthrespectively
The under 9 mini football tournament was won by the Yellow team with the Orangeteamsecond.
ThenextminifootballtournamentwillbeheldtomorrowSaturday20Julyat theAtlantisStadiuminWalvisBay
The International Age Group World record holder, Juwan Kok with his coachHennieHorn
Stefan Strydom the InternationalAge GroupWorldrecordinaction
Rudi Bowe
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CoastalCricketScoopsAwards
Rudi Bowe
Coastal Cricket players and schools were recipients at the Cricket Namibia awards, recently held in Windhoek.
The schools that received recognition certificatesforteachers for their contribution towards theAshburton Kwata Cricket Programwere,MrSimeon
Immanuel Ruiters P.S,
Mr Lina Tuyeni
Nambahu De Duine SS, Averey Morkel
Tutaleni P.S. and Ms Anna Shikongo Sea SideP.S
National Sixes U/16
Girls – Winners for
2
R
Kuisebmund SecondarySchool
National Sixes U/19
Girls – Winners for
2023 Recipient:
Kuisebmund SecondarySchool
Best batter & bowler for the domestic club leagues 2023/2024
season:
Top batter: T20 2nd
DivisionCoastal
Jaco Duvenhage / JCCA2162runs
Top bowler: T20 2nd
DivisionCoastal
Marcus Rabe / Pro-Ed
OldBoys28wickets
SimonShikongo/Blue
Waters1265runs
Topbowler:T201st
DivisionCoastal
Adriaan Boonzaaier / JCCA19wickets
Top batter: T20
Premier2
Marco Malan / Pro Ed OldBoys1185runs
Top bowler: T20
Premier2
Top batter: 30 Overs
2ndDivisionCoastal
Sandro Tavares / Pro EdOldBoys286runs
Cobus Bosman / Pro Ed Old Boys 2 8 wickets
Top batter: 30 Overs
1stDivisionCoastal
Max Heingo / Blue Waters1233runs
Top bowler: 30 Overs
1stDivisionCoastal
Max Heingo / Blue Waters19wickets
Cricket Namibia League Winners - T20 winners for the season 2023/2024.
2ndDivisionCoastal
Winner: Pro-Ed Old Boys2
1stDivisionCoastal Winner:JCCA1
Cricket Namibia League Winners –Longerformatwinners for the season 2023 / 2024
2ndDivisionCoastal
–30Overs
Winner: JCCA2
1st Division Coastal –30Overs
Winner:
BlueWaters1
The National week is the platform where the best twelve players from four regional groups compete against their peers in a 50-over format. This tournament creates a platformforthebest44 players from each age group to compete againsteachother U/11 Male Batter of theyear-2023
Recipient: Gillmer
Horn–465runs
2. U/11 Male Boy Bowler of the year2023
Recipient: Maritz Laubscher – 13 wickets
3.U/13MaleBatterof theyear-2023
Recipient: Matt du Toit–122runs
U/13 Male Bowler of theyear-2023
Recipient: Henco Rupping–9wickets
U/13FemaleBatterof theyear–2023
Recipient:MariaElia
–92runs
U/13 Female Bowler oftheyear–2023
Recipient: Lelie Khumus–8wickets
7. U/15 Male Batter oftheyear-2023
Recipient: Henry Opperman-136runs U/15 Male Bowler of theyear-2023
Recipient: Janko
Engelbrecht – 8 wickets
U/19MaleBatterof
theyear-2023
Recipient: Gerhard Janse van Rensburg –306runs
10.U/19MaleBowler oftheyear-2023
Recipient: Max
Heingo–9wickets
U/19FemaleBatterof theyear–2023
Recipient: Rianie Esterhuyzen–163runs
U/19 Female Bowler oftheyear–2023
Recipient:SelaShiimi
–13wickets
VeteransAwards
Bestbatter: Gerrie Snyman 303 runs@60.6ave.
Bestbowler: Nicky Buys 15 wicketsat20.87
Playeroftheyear:
GerrieSnyman
Richelieu Franchise
Awards
FranchiseWinners
The Richelieu T20
Franchisewascreated
to provide a platform
where national players, top club players and u/19 players are drafted in privately owned teamstocompeteina non-club-orientated competition.
The winning team of 2023 Richelieu T20
Franchise: WindhoekJets
Top batter: RichelieuT20Franchise
Jan Frylinck – 330 runs
Top bowler: RichelieuT20Fran-chise
Nicol Loftie-Eaton –11wickets
All-rounder: RichelieuT20Franchise
JanFrylinck
Player of the tournament: Richelieu T20Franchise
JanFrylinck
namib times Sport
Uis set for Third BBU
Rudi Bowe
TheeagerlyanticipatedBrandbergBackyardUltra(BBU)isbackforitsthird annualinstalment,settotakeplaceon3AugustwiththeBrandbergRestCamp inUisasstart/finishvenue.
The Brandberg Backyard Ultra hosted by Namibia Ultra Trails and directed by Riana and Nico Scholtz who have organised the Brandberg Rhino Run and Ride since 2015 hasbecomeakeyevent on the running calendars of top long distancerunners.
BBUwilltaketheform of the standard Backyard Ultra, where runners have to completealoopof6706km within every hour for consecutivehours,starting on the top of the hour,foraslongasthey can.Oncearunnercan't completetheloopwithinanhourormissesthe start of the next loop, theirraceends.
The last single runner to complete an entire loop in the given hour wins the race, and the racewillend.Theevent hasnopredetermined
cut-off or end time.As long as there are runners on the course, the racecontinues.
The loop route starts and ends at Brandberg Rest Camp and heads outintotheTsisebConservancy on jeep track, soroughly90%ofeach loopisongravel.There will be a day route during daylight hours, and a night route on a different course for the night loops. A strong headlamp is required withsufficientbatteries forthenightloops.
BBU race director Riana Scholtz stated that the Brandberg Backyard Ultra is a unique formatandthestunning location of Uis, coupled with the community's hospitable spirit,makeitanunforgettable experience for both participants and spectators. Scholtzaddedthatthe
third instalment with the same Backyard Ultraformatwillthisyear include Brandberg BackyardUltra–themain event (unlimited loops of 6 706 km each); Brandberg Challenge (1to6consecutiveloops of 6.706 km) and Brandberg Fun Run (only 1 loop of 6.706 km)
“Event Partners Rand Merchant Bank Namibia(RMB)hasreturned as main sponsor and presenting partner of the third instalment of the Brandberg Backyard Ultra, for which wearethrilledandvery grateful,”Scholtzsaid. “Nestled at the foot of the majestic Brandberg Mountain, Uis offers not only a breathtaking backdrop for this unique race but also the warm hospitality of its friendly residents,” saidScholtz.
According to her, the event will furthermore enjoy the generous supportofoursponsors newandreturning,who have donated luxury Namibian accommodation packages for theeventauction. Shestatedthattheyare proud to continue their tradition of hosting an auction as part of the BBUeventsundertheir REWILD campaign to raisemoneyandawareness for Namibian environmental non-profit organisations’. Thanks to our incredible sponsors and supporters, the 2023 event auction raised N$ 232 000 in total, shared between Ocean Conservation Namibia, Save the Rhino Trust Namibia, Desert Lion Conservation and The Skeleton Coast Brown Hyena Project. These veryworthycauseswill
again be the beneficiariesoftheevent,in addition to the newly added Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation.
Scholtz said, “We are excitedtoannouncethat Namibia Ultra Trails will also host the Namibian Backyard Ultra World Championshipssatelliteevent in Swakopmund on 19 October 2024 where 15 of Namibia's top longdistance runners will compete as a team against 52 other countries in real time. Thisprestigiousevent,a first for Namibia, will be conducted worldwide at simultaneous events, with winners from the top 50 countries earning a spot at the World ChampionshipsattheoriginalBig Dog'sBackyardUltrain the USA in 2025. The top 8 runners from the 2024 Brandberg Backyard Ultra (BBU) will automatically securetheirplaceonthe Namibian team for the event on October 19th. The rest of the 15person team will be composed of other top Namibian ultra runners picked by the race director.” She thanked Big Sky Lodges, Gondwana Collection
Namibia, Natural Selection, Journeys Namibia, Sandfontein andWildernessfortheir contributions so far, as well as the Kingsley Holgate Foundation, Bannerman Mining Resources Namibia, OTB Sport, Kosmos Radio, Hit Radio Namibia and Venture media. ‘Their support, along with our other event partners, is instrumental in making the Brandberg BackyardUltraamemorable experience while raising funds for vital conservationefforts.”
Viljoen and Visser Westfire Club Champs
DianaViljoenandAJVisserrecentlywonthe men'sandwomen'sWestfireClubsingles Bowlschampionshipsheldatthe SwakopmundBowlsClub.
The Westfire Club singles brought a spectacular display of bowls and unbelievable standard by really great singles players over the past two weekends. Diana Viljoen and AJ Visser will represent the Swakopmund Bowls Club at the National Champion of Champions set for the end ofAugustatSwakopmundBowlsClub. Theclub thanked Willie van Zyl of Westfire Training & Consultingfortheirgeneroussponsorship.
Thewinners.
Men's;WinnerAJVisser
Runnerup;JulianViljoen
Ladies;DianaViljoen
Runnerup;MariaKoudelka
Rudi Bowe