21 feb namib times e-edition by Namib Times Virtual

SERVING THE COASTAL COMMUNITY

Winds of Change Blow Through Lüderitz

The long-awaited shipment of wind turbine components has arrived in Lüderitz, marking a major milestone in the town's push towards renewable energy. The first three massive blades have already been transported through town, with more components settofollow.

In a telephonic interview with the Lüderitz Mayor, Hon. Cllr Phillippus Balhao, confirmed to the Namib Times the arrival of the shipment andprovidedanupdateontheproject'sprogress.

“The only real additional news is that a second ship is anchored with the crane onboard, which will also be offloaded as soon as possible,” he said.Theoffloadingprocessof21WindTurbine

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Public Urged to Respect State Motorcades During Funeral Arrangements for Dr Sam Nujoma

TheNamibianPoliceForcehasurgedthepublictoprioritise road safety and respect state motorcades during the upcoming memorial services and funeral procession of the lateFoundingPresident,DrSamShafiishunaNujoma.

President Nangolo Mbumba has declared1March2025,as theburialdateforDr Nujoma, with memorialservicesscheduled in seven regions from 20 to 28 February During this period, the late President's remains will be transported between towns, accompanied by dignitaries and key officials, leading to an expected increase in

traffic on national roads.Inamediastatement, Inspector-General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General J.S. Shikongo, called on all road users tocooperateandadhere

to traffic regulations to ensure the smooth movement of the officialconvoys.

Motorists, pedestrians, and the general public are urged to: Follow the instructions of traffic officers managing the convoy movements; Giveway tostatemotorcadesand allow for uninterrupted traffic flow; Refrain from overtaking or cutting into a motor-

cade, as this poses serious safety risks; Avoid touching the hearse during the funeral procession, as this could endanger lives.

With temporary road closures and diversions expected, authorities advise patience, careful planning, and the use of alternative routes where necessary Additional personnel will be deploy-

ed to ensure order and safety throughout the processions. “I thank the public in advance fortheircooperationin making these processions safe and successful,”

Lt-Gen Shikongo stated. Namibiansare encouraged to play theirpartinensuringa dignified and orderly farewell for their late leader

Eileen van der Schyff

Photo contributed

Namport's Walvis Bay Waterfront and Marina on Hold

The Namibia Ports Authority (Namport) has put the plans to construct the Walvis Bay Waterfront andMarinaonholdduetoinadequate landavailableattheport.

Theapproximatelysevenhectaresofprimeland earmarked for the Walvis Bay Waterfront and Marina development are being used for the ongoing development of the new oil and gas industry The development of a Waterfront and Marina was identified by Namport to combine seaport activities with recreational and tourism activities and will consist of hotels, offices, apartments,shops,conferencecentre,restaurant, health centre, spa and medical centre, among

others. The total project cost was estimated to be between N$300 million and N$1 billion, when it was launched in 2019. According to Namport Chief Executive,Andrew Kanime, Namport does not have inadequate land to proceed with the waterfront and marina development. “Therefore, we had to put the development on hold for now The land that we set aside and zoned for the waterfront and marina development, is the same land that we are now using to service and support the oil and gas industries. Therefore, for now, the waterfront and marina development has been put on hold because we simply don't have space to carry out that development,” he said. Kanime addedthatthewaterfrontdevelopmentprogramme could be reactivated once the port infrastructure

“Compassion Keepers” want to Uplift Vulnerable DRC Children – Community's Input Essential

Afterobservingthedireneedforeducationofvulnerablechildren,especiallyin Swakopmund'sDRCinformalsettlement,threeladies,AimeeClaasen,Glaudie ColemanandLindaVanRhyntookthebullbythehorns.

During an interview with Aimee this week,sheremarkedthattheirnon-profit, Christian based organisation, Joint Compassion Keepers (JCK) plans to openacommunityeducationcentreinthe heart of the DRC informal settlement, whereGradeRlearners(fornow)willbe accommodated. She explained that their focus will be on children whose parents genuinely cannot afford to send them to formal schools. These children will be provided with free education, including two meals per day, according toAimee. She further explained that basic hygiene and the displaying of compassion to one another will be part of the children's curriculum.“Fornow,wewillbecatering foraboutfortyGradeRlearners,asthese children must start with Grade one next year However, we are planning to include pre-primary facilities also, possibly during April/June this year,” says Aimee. The second phase of their endeavourwillfocusontheparentsofthe children,tryingtoequipthemwithbasic skillsandassistingthemtoprepareCVs, amongstothers.AccordingtoAimee,this is where community volunteers will come in handy, assisting the Centre by providing basic skills-training for these parents. Regarding hitches they are currently facing, Aimee noted that a boundary wall is of utmost importance right now, since they would like to plant

their own vegetables for their kitchen to be self-sustaining. The boundary wall will also provide safety and security to the premises. Some of the structures' windows are shattered and need to be replaced. Furthermore, stationery, desks andchairsforthelittleonesarerequired. Businesses and the community at large are more than welcome to come aboard and assist these three dedicated and compassionate ladies in their quest to uplift a community struggling every day to make ends meet For more information, Aimee can be contacted at 0814360869.

has been expanded. “Once we have actually expanded the port infrastructure and established the logistics base for the oil and gas, they (the oil and gas industry

facilities) would then be relocated out of there and at that stage we wouldthenreactivatethewaterfront developmentproject,”saidKanime.

The Winds of Change

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Blades,7NacelleHubs, 7 Generators, 7 Accumulators and 12 Containerised Equipment Units, from the vessel, MV DA Kang (180 meters in length), is expected to take about eight days, though congestion at the port may cause delays, as two manganese vessels andapassengershipare alsoscheduledtoarrive.

The Diaz Wind Farm will consist of 11 wind turbines, generating a total of 44 megawatts (MW) of power Each turbinehasacapacityof 6 MW, and the energy produced will be fed directly into Namibia's national grid through Nampower, contributing to the country's efforts to achieve energy self-sufficiency

“This project is a significant stride toward maximising the renewable energy potential of our region,” Mayor Balhao said. “Lüderitz is the capital of renewableenergy,attracting a wealth of opporunities for industrial growth.

Development needs energy, and we are in a prime position to provide it.” The uprights for the turbines are expected to arrive in March 2025, with full commissioning of the wind farm planned for thethirdquarterof2025.

The mayor emphasised that the construction timelineisinfluencedby weather conditions, with assembly ideally taking place during the wintermonthswhenthe region experiences lowerwindspeeds.

While the wind farm is expected to bring significant economic benefits, job opportunities willprimarilybecreated during the construction phase. The project has already boosted the SME sector, with local accommodation providers, logistics companies, and engineering firms benefiting from the influx of work Infrastructure improvements, such as road upgrades, have also been necessary to accommodate the transport of turbine components

MayorBalhaoconfirmed that a full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) was conducted for the Diaz Wind Park as early as 2001, with further studies and licensing approvals following in 2007. The assessment identified potential risks to local flora and fauna but concluded that environmental concerns could be effectively managed through mitigation measures. In addition totheDiazWindFarm, Lüderitz will soon welcomemoreturbines fortheCERIMproject.

On Tuesday this week, Mayor Balhao shared his excitement on social media, writing, “Prettyhistoricaldayin Lüderitz. Seeing these massive wind turbine blades moving through town like synchronised dancers tiptoeing through the busy and narrow streets of Lüderitz is something to behold. Big thumbs up to everyone involved!”

Marshallino Beukes

Rudi Bowe

Erongo Prepares to Bid Farewell to Nujoma

TheErongoRegionissettohonourthelifeandlegacyofDrSam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Namibia's Founding President, with a series of memorial events leading up to the official regional memorialserviceonTuesday,25February,at14:00atKuisebmond Stadium,WalvisBay

DuringameetingheldonWednesdaymorning,ErongoRegionalGovernor, AndreNevilleItope,alongsidekeyregionalleaders,emphasisedtheimportance of honouring Dr Nujoma's contributions to the nation. Mupenzeni Ntelamo,ChairpersonoftheErongoRegionalCouncil,BenithaImbamba, andseveralconstituencycouncillorsandindustryleaderswerealsoinattendance.DrNujomahadastrongconnectiontoWalvisBay,wherehemoved attheageof17. Heworkedatageneralstoreandlaterasawhaler,wherehe wasexposedtoglobalpoliticsthroughinteractionswithWorldWarIIsoldiers docked in the harbour These experiences helped shape his political awareness and later fuelled his drive to become a liberation fighter and nationalleader WhileWalvisBayhoststhemainregionalmemorialservice, smaller services will take place across the Erongo Region, ensuring all communitiescanpaytributetoDrNujoma: Friday,21February:

SwakopmundConstituency–MultipurposeCentre,17:00, FishingIndustry–BlueOcean(oppositeNAMPORT),12:00 Saturday,22February:

Paradesbythepoliceandemergencyservicesinvarioustowns ArandisConstituency–ArandisTownHall,10:00–12:00 Sunday,23February:

Churches'JointMemorialService–HosianaParish,Kuisebmund Monday,24February: ArandisConstituency–HentiesBayStadium,16:00–18:00 UisMemorialService

Schoolsacrosstheregionwillholdtheirowntributes Thursday,27February:

BusinessCommunityMemorialService–AtlanticHotel,WalvisBay,18:00 Additionally, Erongo Red will oversee memorial lighting ceremonies in selected towns, with details to be announced. On 26 February, further informationwillbereleasedregardingastadiumtobebuiltinDrNujoma's honour

PUBLIC NOTICE

TEMPORARYROAD CLOSURE

Saturday 8 March 2025

Please take note that a section of 18th Street East (UnionStreet)fromthecircleuntilthe4waystopat the cemetery will be closed from 09:00 am until 12:00onSaturday8MarchfortheCamelRallyMass RideandDragsinWalvisBay.

N$1.28 billion Anixas II Power Station Completed

Namibia's national power utility, NamPower, has completed the construction of the54-megawatt(MW)AnixasIIPowerStation,aprojectvaluedatN$1.28billion inWalvisBay.

TheAnixas II Power Station a milestone in NamPower'squesttowardsself-sufficiencywilloperate alongsidetheexisting22.5MWAnixasIPowerStation to provide firm, dispatchable, and reliable generationcapacitytotheNamibiangrid.

Construction of the power station began following the signing of an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract between NamPower and the FK Namibia joint venture (JV) in March 2022withapurposeistosupportthesecurityofsupply in the Namibian grid as it provides firm, dispatchablepowerwhenneededduringtimesofenergysupplyshortagestosupportlargerintegrationof intermittent renewable energies such as solar and wind.TheAnixasIIPowerStationentailsa50MW power plant utilising either Internal Combustion ReciprocatingEngine(ICRE)orGasTurbine(GT) technology with liquid fuel (LFO/HFO) or LNG/ CNG as fuel options and is expected to contribute approximately 54 MW to the national power grid.

The newly constructed Anixas II Power Station funded, constructed, owned and operated by NamPower, along with Anixas I and two other power stations,contributingtoacombinedinstalledcapacityof459.5MW AnixasIandAnixasIIcombined

willgiveatotalcapacityofapproximately75MW, whichwillmaketheAnixasplantsufficienttomeet thedemandoftheErongoregioninitsentirety The purposeoftheAnixasIIPowerStation,inaddition totheexisting22,5MWAnixasPowerStation,is to provide firm, dispatchable and reliable generation capacity to the Namibian grid and thereby improvingsecurityofsupplyandself-sufficiency, accordingtoNamPower Additionally,AnixasIIis expectedtosupportNamibia'stransitiontorenewable energy by serving as a dispatchable power station,helpingtomitigatetheintermittencychallenges associated with renewable energy sources. This power station could also be dispatched to caterforRenewableEnergiesintermittencyevents andtherebyindirectlysupportNamibia'scommitmentstoincreasetheirshareofrenewableenergy The facility aims to enhance energy security and self-sufficiency, ensuring stable power supply across the country The power station will further allowNamibiatointegratemorerenewableenergy projects in future by serving as a dispatchable power station to support the intermittency of renewable energy facilities as needed, it elaborated.

Rudi Bowe

Eileen van der Schyff

Walvis Bay Man Convicted in Fatal Stabbing Case

Eileen van der Schyff and Marshallino

Beukes

Inadramaticconclusiontoacasethathasgrippedthecommunity,59year-oldRobinMontgomerywasfoundguiltyofmurderandattempted murder by the Erongo Regional Court on Tuesday this week. The court, presided over by Magistrate Vicky Nicolaidis, delivered the verdict after a detailed examination of the events that unfolded in February2023nearRooibank,justoutsideWalvisBay

Montgomery was acquitted of the additional charge of obstruction of justice. The case stems from a violent incident in which Montgomery stabbed twowomen,resultinginthedeathofone andsevereinjurytotheother

Thevictimswerehissister-in-law,Erika Montgomery,whoiswheelchair-bound, and her cousin, Hester Maria van Zyl. Van Zyl tragically died from a stab woundtothechest,whileErikasurvived the attack despite being stabbed in the arm. According to earlier reports, the altercation began with a heated argumentbetweenMontgomeryandhis sister-in-law

The situation escalated when Erika chased him away from the premises. Undeterred, Montgomery allegedly left thescenebutreturnedshortlyafterward, this time armed with a knife concealed underhisclothing. Inafrenziedattack, hestabbedErikainherrightarm. When

Van Zyl attempted to intervene and push him out of the room, Montgomery turned on her, inflicting fatal woundstoherchest and hand. Despite the victims' efforts to lock themselves in for safety, Montgomery forced his way back in by breaking the door and continued his assault, stabbing them multiple times.

VanZylsuccumbedtoherinjuriesatthe sceneduetotheseverityofherwounds.

During the trial, Montgomery claimed heactedinself-defence,arguingthathe feltthreatenedbythewomen. However, the court found his explanation unconvincing,leadingtohisconviction on the murder and attempted murder charges.Theincident,whichoccurredin February 2023, initially shocked the community and led to widespread calls for justice. Montgomery's first court appearancetookplacein2023,wherehe was denied bail by Magistrate John Sindano at the Walvis Bay Magistrates Court. At that time, the case was postponed to April 13 for further investigations, setting the stage for the detailed proceedings that followed. A policereportdetailedthebrutalityofthe assault.

N$1.7 million Upgrade for

“Notorious” DRC-road

Marshallino Beukes

Regenstein Street in Swakopmund's DRC suburbhasbecomenotoriousforroadaccidents, involvingpedestriansovertheyears.

Namib Times recently reported on an accident where a lady was bumped by a taxi on a Friday night. The residentsonthescenedemandedfortheMunicipalityto putspeedbumpsinplace,assomevehicledriversonthis road apparently have no consideration for pedestrians crossingthebusyroad.

Thisweek,NamibTimesobservedthattheMunicipality is busy putting up two speed humps in the street. An unofficialsourcerevealedthatthiswasonlythestarting phase of Regenstein Street's upgrading. Namib Times

also observed that workers are busy putting up road kerbings,whenvisitingthesite.

According to the Swakopmund Municipality's spokesperson Linda Mupupa, the project will also include streetlight installations in the area around the speedhumps.

ThisN$1.7million-projectcommencedon10February and is expected to be completed on 25 March, Ms Mupupa noted. During this period, there will be temporarytrafficdisruptionsincludinglaneclosuresand possible detours. The Municipality urges road users to exercisecaution,adheretotemporarytrafficsignageand reducespeedwhentravellingthroughtheworkzone.

1. This bid is open to all eligible Namibian entities or persons (“Bidders”). All Bidders must comply with the requirements outlined in the bidding document.

2. Interested eligible bidders are requested to visit the Namport website at https://www.namport.com.na/procurement for details of the bidding requirements. Bidders must register as suppliers, express interest in a specific bid, make a payment of the (non-refundable) bid levy of N$300.00 and submit the proof of payment in order to be granted access to the bidding documents. The Namport Banking Details are available on the link: https://www.namport.com.na/procurement/banking-details/558/

3. A Non-compulsory Virtual Pre-Bid meeting is scheduled for 27 February 2025 AT 10H00AM Bidders should take note that the meeting link is available on the website.

4. A Non-compulsory Physical Site Visit is scheduled for 03 March 2025 AT 10H00 AM Bidders should take note that the site venue is at the Port of Lüderitz, Hafen Street, Lüderitz

5. Bids must be delivered to: The Tender Box, Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) Reception, No. 17 Rikumbi Kandanga Road, Walvis Bay

ALL enquiries related to these bids must be directed in writing by email to the following contact details:

Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) hereby invites bids through Open

Bidding (ONB) procedures for the Removal of Shipwrecks from Waterside, Break-Up and Disposal

Oranjemund on Exploration and Environmental Concerns

A crucial conversation on the environmental and social risks of offshore oil and gas explorationtookplaceinOranjemund,asthe Legal Assistance Centre (LAC) hosted a Community and Stakeholder Dialogue at the OranjemundRecreationClub.

Theeventfocusedonthe Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for Block 2914 A,raisingconcernsover its approval despite expert reviews highlighting major deficiencies.

WithNamibia'soffshore oil and gas industry rapidly expanding, the dialogue served as a platform for key stakeholders, environmental experts, and community members to discuss the potential threats to marinebiodiversity,coastal ecosystems, and local livelihoods. The morning session brought together stakeholders to assess the risks of offshore exploration, while the evening public talk allowed the broader community to voice theirconcerns.

However, a recurring issuewasraised,noneof the participants recalled being consulted before the ESIA for Block 2914A was approved in October2024. Thislack of public participation contradicts the Environmental ManagementAct (EMA), which guarantees communities the right to engage in decisions that affect theirenvironment.

“Transparency and accountabilityareessential if we are to balance economic development with environmental protection,” a participant remarked. A key focus ofthediscussionwasthe shortcomings of the ESIA for Block 2914A. Anindependentstudyby the Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide (ELAW) identified se-

rious gaps in the assessment, including Inadequate oil spill response plans that fail to address potentialdisasters; Outdated biodiversity data, ignoring current marine life risks; Economic risks for fishing communities, whose livelihoods depend on a healthy marine ecosystem. Oneofthemost compelling examples shared during the event was SouthAfrica's legal battle against Shell, where a court ruled against the oil giant's seismictestingduetoits potentialharmtomarine life.Thiscasewashighlighted as a model for how public intervention and legal action can influence environmental decisions. Beyond the main event, the LAC extended its outreach through a mobile legal advice clinic in front of the Youth Centre, offering free legal consultations to Oranjemundresidents. Additionally, the team visited Oranjemund Private School, engaging students in discussions about environmental law and advocacy The dialogue highlighted the urgent need for communities to actively engage in Namibia's energy development decisions Calls weremadefor: Stronger public consultation processes before approving major projects; Improved environmental safeguards to mitigate risks; Greater transparency and policy accountability from government and corporations.

Capricorn Foundation Invests N$2.6 million in Education

TheCapricornFoundationhasinvestedN$2.6millionineducationandtraininginitiativesacrossNamibiaoverthepastfour months. Thisfundingisfocusedonimprovinginfrastructure,providingstudymaterials,trainingteachers,andbridgingthe rural-urbaneducationgap.

In a recent media release, Capricorn Foundation Coordinator, Veripura Muukua stated,“asaConnectorofPositive Change, the Capricorn Foundation takes pride in bringing positive change through projects andprogrammesacrossNamibia. By investing in education and training programmes, we empower Namibian learners, setting them on a path toward career success and personal development.” Several projects have benefited from this investment, including early childhood development, youth empowerment,adulteducation,andonline learninginitiatives.

In Swakopmund, the DRC Women's Community, ECD Project received N$300 000 to support education and skills training for women while

providing daily meals and education to 140 children from impoverishedhouseholds.

The Amos Meerkat Syllabus (AMS), which helps children in ruralareasprepareforschool,was

allocated N$582 000 to print studymaterialsfor5235children and 263 teachers across the country

The One Economy Foundation received N$300 000 for the #BeFree Youth Campus, which equips young Namibians with skillsfortheirfuture. TheHatika Adult Education Centre, which offers literacy programmes and vocational training to people in informalsettlements,wasgranted N$28 774 to support 100 adult students.

In the digital learning space, the EduVision project continues its work in online education. The FoundationhascommittedN$670 000 to two schools, Pioneer Secondary School in Schlip and C //Oaseb Senior Secondary School in Gibeon. The Foundation has also stepped in to support bursaries at Karstveld AcademyinGrootfontein. Atotal of N$412 450 has been allo-

cated to cover school and hostel fees for six Grade 11 learners for the 2025 academic year For primary school learners, Meerkat Learning (Teaching at the Right Level – TaRL), a programme designed to improve literacy and numeracy, will receive N$300 000.

Thisfundingwillexpanditsreach to10schools,200teachers,and1 000 learners in the Kunene Region. “In the media release, Muukua stated, “the Capricorn Foundation'ssupportgoesbeyond financial contribution towards projects. We believe it is pivotal for the Foundation to remain relevant and address the communitiesfacingthemostchallengesanddiresituations.”

Sheaddedthatarecentvisittothe Meerkat Learning Project in Khorixas with the Education Director for the Kunene Region, SophiaFrederick,highlightedthe importance of seeing first-hand the challenges communities face and finding ways to collaborate. The Capricorn Foundation, established by the Capricorn Groupin2020,iscelebratingfive years of positive change in Namibiathisyear

To date, it has invested N$37.4 million in corporate social responsibility projects The Foundation also expressed its gratitude to Bank Windhoek, Capricorn Asset Management, and Entrepo for their ongoing support. Formoreinformationon the Foundation's initiatives, visit www.capricorn.com.na.

Eileen van der Schyff

NOTICE

CONSENTUSES,ERECTIONOFBUILDING ANDUSEOFLANDINTERMSOF SWAKOPMUNDZONINGSCHEME REGULATIONS

Notice is hereby given in terms of Clause 7.2 of the Swakopmund Town Planning Scheme Regulations that the Municipal Council considers the following the relaxation of building lines details of which are obtainablefromtheGeneralManager:Engineering andPlanningServices.

Mental Training herewith intends to apply to the MunicipalityofSwakopmundforaSpecialConsentto operate a Resident Occupation: Administrative Office from Unit No 10 on Erf 1339, (Kraal Street) Swakopmund.

Any person having any objections against such applicationshouldlodgesuchobjection/sinwritingand within 14 days of the last publication to the Swakopmund Municipality and the applicant, during normalbusinesshours.

th Closingdateforobjectionsorcommentsis17 March 2025

Contactperson:Ms.MonikaWalter,Cell:0816627970 Email:monikawalter10@gmail.com

Mr J.Heita(Manager:TownPlanning)

Tel:+264(64)4104403

NOTICES

Omaruru-houtskoolfabriek Glo Gesondheidsrisiko

“Fabriek verskaf meer as 90 werksgeleenthede,

Marshallino Beukes

Omaruru inwoners het hul ontevredenheid rakende die houtskoolfabriekindiedorp uitgespreek en gee te kenne dat dit 'n gesondheidsrisiko virmensendierinhou.

“Almal se huise en swembaddens is toe onder die swart poeier wat 24uur,7dae'nweekoordiedorp hang. Dit hou 'n groot gesondheidsrisiko vir ons as inwoners vandiedorp,sowelasonsdierein.

Onssukkelmetonsdiereseoëwat heeltyd dra en ontsteek, sowel as hul drinkwater wat heeltyd swart poeierinhet,”luidieinwonersse klagtes.

Nog 'n probleem wat die ontevrede inwoners het, is die feit dat die fabriek se kole blykbaar gereeld aan die brand slaan, met die brandweer en tuinslange wat dan ingespan moet word om die vlamme onder beheer te bring, en dit terwyl die dorp reeds met waterprobleme opgeskeep sit, sê dieOmaruruiwoners.“Onshetal gekla by die munisipaliteit, maar niks word daaraan gedoen nie.

“Hoe is dit in elk geval moontlik dat'nhoutskoolfabriekindiedorp gestasioneer mag wees, terwyl al die ander dorpe se houtskoolfabriekebuitediedorpis?”wildie inwonersweet.

Namib Times het die eienaar van diehoutskoolfabriek,meneer

PieterScottindieverbandgekontak.Scotthetaangeduidatdiearea waar die fabriek geleë is, wel 'n nywerheidsgebied is Hy het voortsverduidelikdathybelasting betaalop'nindustriëlesoneendat aldienodigedokumenteinordeis. Hyhetvoortsverduidelikdathulle (fabriek) voortdurend besoeke deur die dorp se gesondheidsinspekteur kry en dat hul gesondheids-sertifikaatasbewysdaarvan dien. “Houtskool is vuil ja, maar nie skadelik vir mense, plante of dierenie.Ditkanskadelikweesvir mense wanneer hulle oormatige hoeveelhede(houtskool)stof

inasem, maar dit het slegs betrekkingopmensewatnabymasjiene werkenelkedagblootgestelword sonder die nodige beskerming soosstofmaskersensovoorts,”het meneerScottverduidelik.Volgens hom gaan hul meer as 90 personeelledeelkejaarvirx-strale en mediese ondersoeke, ter versekering van die werknemers se veiligheid en beskerming “'n Stofwolk,24/7oordiedorpisglad nie regverdig om te sê nie. Ons werknieeens24/7nie.”ismeneer Scottsemening. Hy het verder aangedui dat hulle stofversamelaarsgeïnstalleerhet

enbeplanommeerindietoekoms te installeer Scott het verduidelik dat soms, afhangend van hoe die wind waai, dit waarskynlik kan veroorsaakdatsommigestofhuise watnabydienywerheidsgebiedis bereik, wat onafwenbaar is, maar hylêegterklemopdiefeitdatdie fabriek wel in 'n nywerheidsgebied geleë is. “Die gebou wat ons gekoop het is (oorspronklik) opgerig vir 'n marmerfabriek, dit wasookdieredewaaromekhierdie gebou gekoop het aangesien ditgrootisenin'nindustriëlesone is. Om na 'n plek buite of op die grens van die dorp te verhuis, sal nie net duur en onbekostigbaar weesnie,ekbesithierdieeiendom enditsalleegstaanaangesiendaar geennuwenywerheidinOmaruru is nie,” sê meneer Scott. Ter afsluitinghethydiefeitdatdiefabriek tot voordeel van die plaaslike gemeenskap is, in die sin dat dit werk en 'n vaste inkomste aan talle inwoners verskaf benadruk. Scott het ook genoem dat al die regte prosedures gevolg was en steeds gevolg word, aangesien hulle 'n maatskappy is wat alles ernstig opneem en aangedui dat NamibTimesenigetydwelkomis om hul dokumente persoonlik te gaanbesigtig. (Fotoverskaf)

Swakopmund Taxi-halte 'n Wit Olifant

Klagtes stroom in rakende huurmotors (taxis) in Swakopmund wat nie gebruik maak van die munisipale taxi-halte in Mondesa wat spesiaal vir hulle daargestel is nie. Hierdie taxis wat daagliks tussen Swakopmund en Walvisbaai pendel het nou hul eie taxi-halte oorkant Mondesa Shell en KFC Mondesaingerig,regindiestraat.

NOTICEOFTHECONSENTAPPLICATIONIN TERMSOFTHEWALVISBAYTOWN PLANNINGSCHEME

CONSENT: ON Home School/Homework Classes ERFNO TOWN-SHIP/AREA: :419 Meersig,Walvis Bay 4thRoadMeersig, No.7 STREETNAME&NO: WalvisBay

In terms of the Walvis Bay Town Planning Scheme, noticeisherebygiventhatI/we,theundersigned,have appliedtotheWalvisBayMunicipalityforpermission to erect/establish on the site a/an: Home School/HomeworkClasses.

Plansmaybeinspectedorparticularsofthisapplication maybeobtainedatTownPlanning,FirstFloor,Rooms 101&105,CivicCentre.

Anypersonhavinganyobjectiontotheapprovalofthis application, must lodge such objection, together with groundsthereof,withtheGeneralManager:Roadsand BuildingControl,(TownPlanning),PrivateBag5017, WalvisBayandtheapplicant,inwriting,notlaterthan7 March2025.

NAME AND ADDRESS OFAPPLICANT: Nadja Oosthuizen,POBox3804,WalvisBay email:oosthuizennadja@gmail.com

Dit is nie duidelik wat presiesdieredevirhierdie wendingisnie,maarander padverbruikers en voetgangers kla dat dit verkeersopeenhopings veroorsaak en ook gevaar inhouvirvoetgangers.

“Ditis'ngrootwonderdat daar nog nie 'n ongeluk gebeur het nie, want dit is een groot gemors daar,” het een Mondesa inwoner aangedui. Namib Times is nie-amptelik ingelig dat dieSwakopmundmunisipaliteit bewus is van die scenario en dat hulle besigisomaan'noplossing te werk. Intussen staan die pragtige taxi-halte soos 'n groot wit olifant, onderworpe aan wind en weer

Marshallino Beukes

Foto: Marshallino Beukes

SCHOOL NEWS

Thusanang Fishing Extends a Helping Hand to 25 Bright Young Girls

Community Angel Sheelagh BagotSmith's Compassionate Mission

Ineverycommunitytherearequietheroeswhosededication andkindnessmaketheworldabetterplace.

The Swakopmund Municipality proudly recognises Sheelagh Bagot-Smith as the first “Community Angel”of2025forher exceptional volunteer work with the Have-aHeartSpayandNeuter ProjectNamibia.

Have-a-Heart is a nonprofit organisation providing free spay and neuterservicestopetsin low-income communities.

Through her commitment, Sheelagh has played a vital role in controlling the stray

animal population, improving pet health, and fosteringaspiritofcare and responsibility amongpetowners.

The Swakopmund Municipality shared that on Spay Days, Sheelagh is at the heart oftheoperation,coordi-

Thusanang Fishing CC, extended a helping hand to 25 bright young girls at M'KataPrimarySchoolintheTsumkweConstituencyoftheOtjozondjuparegion.

Thedonationisatestimonyoftheircommitmentto supporting girls in this area through their “Catch ThemYoung” initiative consisting of shoes, shirts, shirts,jacketsandtoiletriesto25girls,tothetuneof overN$24000. ThusanangFishing,a65%womenowned company, is committed to contributing toward the economic emancipation of our country by joining forces together They believe that Namibians themselves, especially women, have to play a leading role in the industrialisation of Namibia. Their 'Catch Them Young' initiative is targeted at identifying young school-going girls from the San Community and providing them with financial and mentorship programs. Benjamin Nangombe a Director at Thusanang Fishing said thattheyareverymuchawarethatitisnotalwaysan easy task, especially when you have hundreds of children at the school.” Nangombe said, “We are committed to long-term sustainable investment in the Namibian business through retained earnings and subsequent re-investment of profits into business expansion activities. Whilst also giving backtothecommunity.” Hestatedthatwhenthey applied for the fishing quota, one of the commitmentstheymadetothemselveswasthat“if weareselected,wewilldoeverythinginourpower togivebacktothecommunity Iamhappytosaythat wehavebeendoingthatoverthepastfewyears,and we will continue to do so as long as the circumstancesallow,”headded. AccordingtoNangombe the objective of this initiative is to ensure that young girls from the San Community receive a decenteducation.Theprojectwillsupportselected girls financially during their schooling years. He noted that for this year, selected girls from Mkata PrimarySchoolwereidentified.Nangombefurther stated thatThusanang Fishing has also committed tosupport“SmartKiddos,”apartnershipinitiative with Stepping Stone (a special education school) that offers special education to children with special needs. “This school is one of the few schools in Namibia that provides specialized, tailor-made education to children with special needs. Last year, Thusanang Fishing contributed over N$ 20 000 to that school” he added. Nangombe said, “I hope that this donation today willhelpimprovethelivesofthe25girlsandthatit will encourage them to focus on their studies and not worry about what to wear.” He stated that ThusanangFishingareextremelydelightedtohave made a difference towards 25 girls at Mkata Primary School through this donation. “We at ThusanangFishingarethankfulandapplaudtothe principal his management and staff at Mkata Primary School for the hard work that they are doing in shaping these girls into future leaders of thiscountry,”Nangombesaid.

nating efforts, assisting veterinarians, and offering reassurance to pet owners “She brings warmth, understanding, and a deep love for animalsthatresonateswith everyoneshemeets. Theimpactofherefforts is felt in every wagging tail, every grateful pet owner, and every life changed through the project's outreach Bagot-Smith embodies the spirit of community service, and Swakop-

mund is richer for it. She is truly an unsung

Rudi Bowe

Eileen van der Schyff

hero, and this recognition as a “Commu-

nity Angel” is well deserved.”

Oruuano Church Brings Joy to Kuisebmond Seniors with a Special Meal

ResidentsoftheKuisebmondOldAgeHomeweretreatedto a heartwarming surprise recently when members of the Oruuano Church, Kuisebmond congregation, visited to shareamealandspendtimewiththem.

ElderMalcolmTjiute, before delivering a message from 1 Corinthians 13:1-8, explainedthechurch's intention behind the visit. “We came here today to show our love and support to ourelders.Itisimportant that we remind them that they are valued and not forgotten,”hesaid.

His message, which focused on love, was followed by uplifting hymns sung by the congregation while they served a threecourse meal to the

residents. The seniors enjoyed a generous meal of roast chicken, boerewors, mixed vegetables, and macaroni, followed by sweet melon and juice. For dessert, they were delighted with jelly and chocolate pudding, a raretreatformany One of the elderly residents expressed deep gratitudeforthegesture.“It's noteverydaythatweget such a nice meal. They truly listened to the voiceofGodandtookit to heart to come and visit us,” she said Churchmember,Gersoline Tjiueza, one of the

event's organisers, explainedthatthecongregation is in the process of building a new church in the Namport residential area of Kuisebmond. She shared that the visit was about giving back and about receiving blessings from the elderly “We believe that when we seektheblessingsofour elders, God will also bless our endeavours. The event left a lasting impression on the seniors, bringing them joyandremindingthem oftheloveandcarethat stillsurroundsthem.”

N O T I C E S & V A C A N C I E S

NOTICEOFSALEIN EXECUTION: MOVABLE PROPERTY

In the Magistrate's Court for the District of WindhoekheldatWindhoek.

CaseNo:1076/2022

Inthematterbetween:

SharedAdvertisingCC

t/aSharedPetroleum ExecutionCreditor and LeeTECTruck& TrailerRepairsCC

FirstExecutionCreditor

CharlesStephanLee

SecondExecutionDebtor

ElizabethLee

ThirdExecutionDebtor

KindlyTakeNoticeThat pursuant to a Judgement granted by the above HonourableCourtonthe6 June 2022, in the above matter the following goods will be sold by public auction on 28 March 2025 10h00 at at Unit 11, Factory Park, C/O10thStreetEastand Grand Avenue, Old Industrial Area, Walvis Bay, by the Messenger, WalvisBay:

Inventory

2xBrownofficedesks

1xBigbluecompressor

1xWhitetoolcabinet

1xRedtwodoorsteel cabinet

1xBlacktoolcabinet

1xRedSandBlasting cabinet

4x4Shelvesteelshelves

2xBigblacksteelshelves

1xBluesteelworkbench

1xBigjack–Wheels–Grey

1xWhitePanelvanwith Registration nr: N24214WB

VariousTools

ConditionsOfSale:

1. The sale will be held without reserve and the goods will be sold to the highestbidder

2.Thegoodswillbesold “voetstoots”

3 Payment shall be made in cash or by electronic transfer payable to the Messenger of the Courtimmediatelyafter thesale.

Dated at Windhoek on 17 January2025.

HOHNE&CO LegalPractitionerfor ExecutionCreditors No.295,SamNujoma Drive KleinWindhoek Windhoek

Ref:8SHA263/IH/SL

CONSENTUSES,ERECTIONOFBUILDING ANDUSEOFLANDINTERMSOF SWAKOPMUNDZONINGSCHEME REGULATIONS

Skyshield Health & Safety Solutions herewith intends to apply to the Municipality of Swakopmund for a Special Consent to operate a Resident Occupation: Administrative Office on Erf 170, (Goshwak Street) Vogelstrand.

NOTICEOFSALEIN EXECUTION: MOVABLE PROPERTY

InThe Magistrate's Court For The District Of Windhoek Held At Windhoek.

CaseNo:850/2023

Inthematterbetween SharedAdvertisingCC t/aSharedPetroleum ExecutionCreditor and RashadInvestments CC

FirstExecutionDebtor EvaneDarrelVanWyk

SecondExecutionDebtor KindlyTakeNoticeThat pursuant to a Judgment granted by the above Honourable Court on 7 April 2023, in the above matter the following goods will be sold by public auction on 28 March 2025 at 10h00 at Unit 11, Factory Park, C/O10thStreetEastand Grand Avenue, Old Industrial Area, Walvis Bay, by the Messenger, WalvisBay: Inventory

1xBrown3piecelounge suite

4xGreybarchairs

1xSamsungmicrowave

1xGreyDefyoven/stove

4xGreySamsung2door fridge

2xSamsungtelevisions

1xGreyDefydeepfridge

1xDefytoploader washingmachine

ConditionsOfSale:

1. The sale will be held without reserve and the goods will be sold to the highestbidder

2.Thegoodswillbesold “voetstoots”

3 Payment shall be made in cash orby electronic transfer payable to the Messenger of the Courtimmediatelyafter thesale.

Dated atWindhoek on 17 January2025.

HOHNE&CO

LegalPractitionerfor ExecutionCreditors No.295,SamNujoma Drive KleinWindhoek Windhoek

Ref:8SHA260/IH/SL

Closingdateforobjectionsorcommentsis th17 March 2025

Contactperson:Mr MichaelLouw,Cell:0814812610 Email:michael.louwsky@gmail.com

Mr J.Heita(Manager:TownPlanning) Tel:+264(64)4104403

MUNICIPALITYOF WALVISBAY

Notice is hereby given in terms of section 63(2)(b) of the Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act 23/1992), that the Municipality of Walvis Bay intends to lease by private transaction, a PortionofFarm37We CareYouth.

Description

PortionofFarm37

Aream²

100000

Lease Amount excl 15%VAT(N$) N$15312.80

Full particulars pertaining to the lease willlieforinspectionby interested persons until *Tuesday, 4 March 2025 at room 45, Municipal Offices, Kuisebmond.

For more information

Mrs Merinda /Keis can be contacted at telephone (064) 2013235 during office hours.

Anypersonobjectingto the proposed sale, may in writing lodge an objection together with the gounds/motivation thereof,totheManager: Housing and Properties at the above address to Private Bag 5017, WalvisBaybeforeoron *Friday,7March2025 at12:00.

JackManale Manager: Housing and Properties

Tel:(064)2013338

Email: jmanale@ walvisbaycc.org.na

LIQUORACT,1998 NOTICEOF APPLICATIONTOA COMMITTEEIN TERMSOFTHE LIQUORACT,1998 (Regulations 14, 26 & 33) Notice is given that an application in terms of the Liquor Act, 1998, particulars of which appear below, will be made to the Regional Liquor Licencing Committee, Region Erongo.

1 Name and postal address of applicant: S h o a E m p i r e Investmentcc.

2. Name of business or proposed business to which application relates:La-Patrona.

3 Address/location of premises to which application relates: Erf 2153 Agaat Street, Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay.

4. Nature and details of application: Application forapermanentSpecial LiquorLicence.

5.ClerkoftheCourtwith whomapplicationwillbe lodged:Swakopmund.

6.Dateonwhichapplication will be lodged: 18 February2025.

7. Date of meeting of Committee at which applicationwillbeheard: 9April 2025. Any objection or written submission in terms of section 28 of the Act in relationtotheapplication mustbesentordelivered to the Secretary of the Committee to reach the Secretarynotlessthan21 days before the date of the meeting of the Committee at which the applicationwillbeheard.

Eileen van der Schyff

VACANCIES VACANCIES VACANCIES VACANCIES

CORRIDOR LOGISTICS HAVE A VACANT POSITION IN WALVIS BAY

FREIGHT AND CLEARING AGENT

Minimum Requirements:

· Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent

· Prior working knowledge of Asycuda & Tariff Classifications

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy

· Should have a valid driver's license

· Minimum of 3 years' experience in similar role within the freight forwarding or logistics industry

· Proficiency in MS Office and Asycuda.

· Excellent Communication Skills and Customer Relations

· Organizational and Administrative Skills

· Strong team player, but able to work independently

Main Responsibilities:

· Prepare and submit accurate and timely customs documentation for import and export shipments.

· Stay updated on customs regulations and policies.

· Ensure compliance with local and international trade laws.

· Liaise with various stakeholders, including clients, NamRA Authorities, Shipping Line, Namport & Internal Divisions.

Remuneration:

· Industry related competitive salary

· Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

· Only applications submitted via EMAIL will be considered.

E-mail: cfvacancycl@gmail.com

Closing Date: 28 February 2025

Tel: +264 64 214 800 Fax: +264 64 214 820 Email: sales@seapride.com.na Reg F/92/05700/07

VACANCY: Operations Adminstrator BASED IN: Walvis Bay REPORTING TO: Operations Manager: Seapride Foods Coastal

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Purpose

To fulfil all operational administrative requirements of Sea Pride Food Services, to work with, client / customer satisfaction, reduced risk, profitability and compliance to relevant policies and regulatory requirements DUTIES

· Service & Maintain fleet as per requirements,

· Control and track fuel consumption for all vehicles,

· Action & schedule warehouse maintenance,

· Assist Warehouse manager with administrative requirements

· General admin duties

· Operate and demonstrate use of specialized warehouse equipment as necessary

· Implementation for Warehouse Tracking system and Scanner systems.

· Implement methods of receiving, inspecting and issuing materials

· Manage overtime to ensure optimum efficiency whilst staying in line with budget.

· Coordinate activities with other departments.

· Stock taking and general stock related duties.

· Monitoring and managing the procedural process of all inward stock for the company into the various warehouses and stores.

· Reporting on vehicle status and running costs.

· Drafting of a drivers and van assistance performance scorecard to aid the service levels of drivers and company objectives.

· Debriefing drivers and capturing, assessing and reporting trip data after each route trip.

· Attending to small repairs, tightening of bolts, changing filters, belts hoses checking oil and grease lubrication levels, tyre pressures and battery functions.

· Monitoring service intervals, keeping and managing MDC logbooks

· Keeping all equipment clean, tidy as well as workshops, washing area and tools

· Fleet; Licencing, Tracking, Services, Fuel and Maintenance

OTHER

· Always act as an ambassador for DP World when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours in harmony with DP World's Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World's Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

· Grade 12 certificate

· Related qualification will be an added advantage

· Basic understanding of Warehousing & Fleet

· 2-3 years' experience in related fields

Required Skills / Competencies:

· Namibian citizen or valid work permit

· Analytical, with a meticulous and thorough nature and a keen Attention to detail;

· An ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure;

· Available to work overtime, during peak seasons and public holidays as needed;

· Good people skills, Relationship and People Management skills;

Closing date:

· Email Letter of application & updated CV with detailed previous work experience to The vacancy must be indicated in the subject line of the e-mail.

· or hand delivered to Sea Pride Foods attention the Manager - The vacancy to be indicated on the CV

Please note:

· All applications must be accompanied by a certified copy of a Police Clearance Certificate not older than 12 months.

· CV must include COVID-19 Vaccination status.

VACANCY: Operations Manager BASED IN: Walvis Bay REPORTING TO: General Manager: Seapride Foods Coastal

Purpose

To manage the processes, teams and resources for stock management and on-time and in-full delivery of stock as well as transport operations, contributing to operational effectiveness, client / customer satisfaction, reduced risk, profitability and compliance to relevant policies and regulatory requirements

DUTIES

· Define standard operating procedures and implement and manage end-to-end processes

· Manage operational risk and risk mitigation initiatives.

· Monitor and report on progress against operational plans and adjust where required.

· Implement and manage workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, performance management, reward and recognition and employee relations to ensure an optimal working environment.

· Create an engaging, enabling and productive work climate aligned to the employee value proposition by demonstrating leadership through personal commitment to organisational values.

· Manage, monitor and report on budget variances in order to maximise financial performance.

· Plan, manage and monitor initiatives to ensure customer service excellence.

· Lead, manage and motivate a team consisting of Supervisors, Invoicing Clerks, Delivery Vehicle Operators, Vehicle Assistants and Stores Assistants, co-ordinating daily operations and communications while identifying opportunities to streamline operational practices develop consistency, increasing capacity and explore potential expenditure savings.

· Motivate internal relations and skills development.

· Strategic focus input to branch strategy ensuring alignment to group strategy

· Monitoring all inward stock from suppliers for the division into the various warehouses and stores allocated

· Managing outward bound stock on Picking Slips, organizing routes and loading trucks in accordance with company policy and driver code of conduct. Own as well as third party trucks.

· Maintenance and housekeeping of all warehouses and stocks

· Maintain warehouse in a clean, safe and orderly condition

· Organise and maintain inventory and storage area

· Stock Inventory Management

· Warehouse admin eg. prep work for monthly stock takes

· FIFO with regular Stock Rotation.

· Ensuring that stock is rotated according to set standards.

· General admin duties

· Operate and demonstrate use of specialized warehouse equipment as necessary

· Implementation for Warehouse Tracking system and Scanner systems.

· Implement methods of receiving, inspecting and issuing materials

· Manage overtime to ensure optimum efficiency whilst staying in line with budget.

· Coordinate activities with other departments.

· Lead, manage and motivate a team of employees consisting of Assistant Managers, Supervisors, Invoicing Clerks, Forklift Operators, Stores Assistants and Office Support. Co-ordinating daily operations and communications while identifying opportunities to streamline operational practices develop consistency, increasing capacity and explore potential expenditure savings.

· Picking outward bound stock off Picking Slips and Goods Issued Vouchers from various warehouses and loading into own and thirdparty delivery trucks.

· Maintenance and housekeeping of warehouse and stock.

· Managing operations and maintenance of delivery vehicles.

· Manage operational risk and risk mitigation initiatives.

· Monitor and report on progress against operational plans and adjust where required.

· Stock taking and general stock related duties.

· Monitoring and managing the procedural process of all inward stock for the company into the various warehouses and stores.

· Managing the process to ensure reconciling of CGI's, GRV's and adjustments to supplier's delivery notes and recording all shortages, damages and claims.

· Managing outward bound stock with regards to Picking Slips, loading trucks in accordance with company policy and driver code of conduct. Own as well as third party trucks. Ensuring efficient picking of orders for Despatch.

· Maintain HACCAP and Health & Safety Standards.

· Drafting of a comprehensive check list of all distribution vehicles, plants and equipment to aid maintenance and running costs of these assets.

· Maintaining vehicles in line with above checklists and EQSTRA requirements and guidelines

· Reporting on vehicle status and running costs.

· Drafting of a drivers and van assistance performance scorecard to aid the service levels of drivers and company objectives.

· Debriefing drivers and capturing, assessing and reporting trip data after each route trip.

· Attending to small repairs, tightening of bolts, changing filters, belts hoses checking oil and grease lubrication levels, tyre pressures and battery functions.

· Monitoring service intervals, keeping and managing MDC logbooks

· Keeping all equipment clean, tidy as well as workshops, washing area and tools

OTHER

· Responsible for the management and leadership of an engaged team, promoting collaboration and ensuring that each is developed and evaluated against goals and objectives which are aligned, specific, measurable, attainable yet challenging, realistic and time bound.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

· Grade 12 certificate

· Related qualification will be an added advantage

REQUIRED SKILLS

· Up to 8 years of experience in a similar environment, with at least 5 years operational leadership / specialist experience

Required Skills / Competencies:

· Namibian citizen or valid work permit

· Analytical, with a meticulous and thorough nature and a keen Attention to detail;

· An ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure;

· Available to work overtime, during peak seasons and public holidays as needed;

· Good people skills, Relationship and People Management skills;

Closing date:

· Email Letter of application & updated CV with detailed previous work experience to The vacancy must be indicated in the subject line of the e-mail.

· or hand delivered to Sea Pride Foods attention the Manager - The vacancy to be indicated on the CV

Please note:

· All applications

MINISTRYOFTRADE &INDUSTRY

LIQUORACT,1998

NOTICEOF APPLICATIONTOA COMMITTEEIN TERMSOFTHE LIQUORACT,1998

(Regulations 14, 26 & 33)

Notice is given that an application in terms of the

Liquor Act, 1998, particulars of which appearbelow,willbemade to the Magistrate of the Districtof Erongo.

1.Nameandpostaladdress of applicant: DNS-KaCing Betting and Entertainment, PO Box

Responsibilities:

3190,Vineta.

2. Name of business or proposed business to which application relates: MottoBar.

3 Address/location of premises to which application relates: 1215 Mandume Ya Ndemufayo street, Mondesa, Swakopmund.

4. Nature and details of application: Application for a Special Liquor License.

5. Clerk of the court with whom application will be lodged: Swakopmund MagistrateCourt.

6 Date on which applicationwillbelodged: 26February2025.

7. Date of meeting of Committee at which

VACANCY

Driver/Runner

• Ensure documents are delivered to customs/customers and service providers timeously

• Arrange customs inspections, keep customs acquittals and bond record up to date.

• Follow-up by customs for the documents to be released and collected on time.

• Deliver/Collect documents - any shipment related inspections and any other protocol to be obtained.

• Deliver/Collect parcels with customs documents & obtain relevant signatures.

• Adhoc duties as may be required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Namibian Citizen

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent

• Valid Driver’s License

• Computer Literate (Microsoft office)

• 1 – 2 years’ freight, cargo, customs and forwarding experience.

• Knowledge in sea and road freight industry

• No criminal record

Closing Date: 28.02.2025

Please send CV to joleen.zephyr@iway.na or admin.zephyr@iway.na

NOTICES & VACANCIES

applicationwillbeheard: 9April2025. Any objection or written submission in terms of section 28 of the Act in relation to the application must be sent or delivered

to the Secretary of the Committee to reach Secretary, not less than 21 daysbeforethedateofthe meeting of the Committee at which application will beheard.

Vacancy

Requirements:

- Namibian Commercial Pilot License

- Multi-engine IF

- Turbine rating

- 1000 Hours total time

- Radio Telephony

- CRM, DG, SEPT required

Preference given to Namibian Citizens and Permanent Residency holders.

Send CV to chiefpilot@bay-air.com

NAMWATER Approves 100% Irrigation Supply

In a move to support the local agricultural sector and improve livelihoods, NamWater, in collaboration with the Ministry ofAgriculture, Water and Land Reform, has approved the Hardap Farmers Association's request to increasetheirrigationsupplyattheHardapSchemeto100%.

This decision follows a successful dry-run analysis and positiveinflowsinto theHardapDam. Recent inflows have significantly boosted the dam's capacity to 23.9%. The decision to increase the irrigation supply willhelpsustainjobs inMarientalandsurrounding areas, thereby benefiting the region's agriculturalproductivity and overall economy The approval . sets the irrigation supply at 100% of

the irrigable land, with the following conditions: Total supply volume: 48 million m³ per annum (4 million m³ per month); Irrigation water availability: Sufficient to meet needs until the end of September 2025; Potable water security: Adequate supply for domestic use until February 2027; Ongoing monitoring: NamWater will continue conducting regulardry-runanalysesto ensure sustainable water management, even in the absence of further inflows for two consecutive rainyseasons. NamWater emphasises the importance of sustainable water use, urging farmers to adopt water-efficient irrigationpractices. While the 100% irrigation supply brings immediate relief and boosts local agriculture, responsible water management remains crucial for long-term water security

VACANCIES & NOTICES

SENIORACCOUNTANTPOSITION–WALVISBAY

Introduction

VenmarFishing(Pty)Ltdislookingtofillthefollowingposition.

The position reports to the Financial Manager and will have a finance team reportingtohim/her

ThisSeniorAccountantpositionwillberesponsibleforthefinancialreporting & governance of companies operating within the fishing industry of Walvis Bay

MinimumRequirements

∙Atleast3to5years'experienceasanAccountantorequivalentarticles experience.

∙BComdegree+articles/NIPAregistrationorequivalentrequired.

∙FishingIndustryspecificexperiencewillbetoyouradvantage.

∙Goodcommunicationskills–writtenandoral(English&Afrikaanswillbean addedbenefit)

∙Mustbecomputerliterate(Excel,PastelEvolution,orsimilarERPsystem)

∙Abilitytoprioritizetheirownandtheirteamsworkwithexcellentattentionto detail.

∙Abletodrivethemselvesandtheirteamtoreportonstrictdeadlinesand keepatteamaccountabletowardstheirdeadlines.

∙Soundknowledgeofdirectandindirecttaxcompliance

∙Namibiancitizen

Forjobspecificationoftheadvertpleasevisit: www.facebook.com//77consultorhttp://venmar.com.na/contact-us.html

Applicants meeting the requirements are invited to send their CV and supportingdocumentsasonePDFattachmenttothefollowingemailwiththe relevantreference:

Email:recruitment@seventy7consulting.com

Reference:77Rec304

Contactperson:KarolinaNamaweorChristophinaIikwa Contactdetails:0814423206

Closingdateforapplications:07March2025

Eileen van der Schyff

SS Dolphin Honours Top

Performers

Rudi Bowe

RomarioJangaandEugeniaMollerwalkedawaywiththetopRugbyand Netball awards respectively when Simonis Storm Dolphin Sport Club celebratedtheirbestofthebestannualawardseveningatthecoastaltown ofSwakopmund.

SimonisStormDolphin Sport Club has named

R o m a r i o J a n g a Sportsman and Players' Player of the Year, whilst Eugenia Moller has been named Sports Woman of the Year for rugby and netball, respectively SS Dolphin Club who was newcomers to the NRU Premier and Reserve league as well as the Erongo Netball league last year, will this year again compete in both rugby and netball national and regional leaguesrespectively

The Black & White squads proved why

they're dynamite against the netball powerhouses and rugby warriors of the country

The Dolphin Rugby Club will kick off their 2025 NRU Leagues season with the coastal derby away against FNB Kudus on 15 March in Walvis Bay

The SS Dolphin Sport Club gives a huge

thankstoalltheplayers, coaches,andsupporters

for making 2024 unforgettable, with a specialshoutouttotheir incredible sponsors for believingintheirvision and backing off the club,yoursupportfuels ourpassionandhelpsus reachgreaterheights.

RUGBYAWARDS

Most Devoted Player –

GregoryCoetzee

Top Try Scorer –

JenneryXamaseb

Top Point Scorer –

JenneryXamaseb

Best Defender –

GregoryCoetzee

Most Improved – Louis vanZyl

MostConsistent–Tiaan

Strauss

Upcoming Back –

KevinAbrahams

BackoftheYear–Zaino

vanWyk

Upcoming Forward –ShaunUseb

Forward of the Year –

SheitonBesser

TommyForbesForward oftheYear–SeanDeKl

JuniorPlayeroftheYear

Golf Day in Honour of Founding President

Rudi Bowe

–ShaunUseb

Reserve League Player

–ZenowaneGoliath

Management of the Year–JohnSteenkamp

Rugby Coach of the Year–EugeneJantjies

NETBALLAWARDS

MostImprovedPlayer

DolphinBlack–Deidre Cloete

Dolphin White –

TiffanyDeWaal

Commitment to ExcellenceAward

Dolphin Black – Jorita Alberts

Dolphin White –

DeclorenciaHoeses

Outstanding VersatilityAward

Dol

BatsebaKazuvira

ImereldaSande

Award

Dolphin Black – Angy Uumati

Dolphin White – Kerth

HarvestIthana PlayeroftheYear

Dolphin Black – Rose Kanji

Dolphin White –

ElreeseKauseb

Simonis Storm

Dolphin Sport Club

Sportswoman of the Year

Eugenia Moller with Director of Netball Juane Grobler

The Rossmund Golf Club hosted an Individual Stableford format Golf Day in honour of His ExcellencyDrSamNujoma,FoundingPresident of the Republic of Namibia who passed away at theageof95on8February

The low-key competition held last Saturday, 15 February, saw a small field of golfers enjoying their weekly dose of golf that was won by Wim Hollander on 41 points. Second was Justine Shikuloon38points,whilstthirdplacewaswonby wayofathreewaycountoutbyAchmetAbrahams, Mark Jacobs and John Horne on 36 points. Only one2-clubwererecordedatNumber12byMarco Swarts. Prior to prize-giving the Captain George Murasiki requested for a moment of silence in honour of the late Dr Sam Nujoma and passed on the Rossmund Golfing Community's condolences tohisfamilyandfriends.

FNB 5-on-5

Rudi Bowe

Basketball at the Coast

The second edition of the First National Bank (FNB Namibia) 5-on-5 Basketball championships hosted by the Erongo BasketballAssociation in conjunction with the Namibian Basketball Association (NBA) saw 12 regions competing for top honoursoverthepastweekendinWalvisBayandSwakopmund.

The Zambezi region won the men's title after beating Omusati region 59-52 in the final, whilst theKhomasregiondemolishedOshanaregion10616 to win the women's title.The men's third place went to the Kavango West region after securing a winoverthehost,Erongoregion.TheOhangwena region claimed the women's third place after beatingOmusati.FNBNamibiasponsoredthefirst ever FNB Namibia Basketball Federation 5-on-5 with a total of N$900 000. The partnership agreement between FNB Namibia and the NBA will run for three-years with N$300 000 annually The Namibia Basketball Federation's president, Nigel Mubita says the tournament serves as a platform to select the national teams that will compete in a joint tournament with Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia later in the year “We dedicatethe5-on-5Basketballchampionshipsand all 2025 games to Our Founding and Former President,Dr SamShafiishunaNujoma.RESTIN POWER,” Mubita remarked. Considering the nationalmourningperiodforthelateFoundingand FormerPresident,Dr Nujomawhopassedawayon 08February2025duetoillhealth,thetournament which saw 20 teams participating was played behindcloseddoors.

Thesemi–finalresults:

Men

Zambezi73:72Erongo

Omusati71:36KavangoWest

Ladies Oshana67:24Ohangwena

Khomas99:3Omusat

Simonis Storm Dolphin Sport Club Sportsman and Players' Player of the Year Romario Janga

From left to right, Elders in the House!! – Helmut Njendja (our oldest junior with the fastest swing in the west); Tienie Van Rensburg (78 years young); Graham Louw (98 years young); George Murasiki (our famous Captain – apparently not so old).

The Zambezi region, winners of the 5-on-5 FNB men's championship

The Khomas region, winners of the 5-on-5 FNB ladies' championship

The Erongo regions 5-on-5 Basketball team

namib times

NRU Pays Tribute to Late Dr Sam Nujoma

TheNamibiaRugbyUnion(NRU)expresseditssincerecondolencestothefamily, loved ones, and the entire nation on the death of the Founding- and Former PresidentDr.SamShafiishunaNujoma.

ThevicepresidentoftheNRU,JohanDiergaardtin astatementsaidthatthelateDr.SamNujomawas not only a pivotal figure in the fight for Namibia's independence, but also an architect of a nation defined by its diversity, inclusivity, and spirit of resilience. He further remarked that, “in the world ofsportandmorespecificallyrugby,Dr Nujoma's legacy reminds us of the transformative power of teamwork and community Dr Nujoma's vision extends beyond the political arena, impacting the social fabric of our nation. He understood the criticalvalueofsportinoursociety.”“Hisprofound commitment to the values of justice, equality, and nation-building inspired countless Namibians, instilling a sense of pride and purpose that continues to resonate in every corner of our society.”Diergaardtstated.Hecontinuedbynoting thatDr Nujoma'spassingmarksnotonlythelossof a remarkable leader, but also the end of an era characterised by unwavering vision, courage, and dedication to the ideals of freedom and unity Diergaardt said, “Under Dr Nujoma's leadership, we have seen rugby flourish as an avenue for nurturing talent, promoting discipline, and championing the spirit of fair play values that he held dear throughout his life.” “Dr Nujoma's vision extendedbeyondthepoliticalarena,impactingthe

social fabric of our nation. He understood the critical role of sport in society, recognising that it servesasaplatformforindividualexpressionand collective achievement,” he stated. According to him, the strides made by Namibian rugby on the internationalstageareatestamenttotheprinciples he advocated, helping to unify our diverse nation and providing hope and inspiration to young athletes dreaming of wearing the Namibian colours. “As we continue to honour and celebrate DrNujoma'sremarkablecontributions,wepledge to uphold his values within the Namibia Rugby Union.Wewillworkdiligentlytoensurethatrugby remains a source of pride and cohesion for all Namibians,echoinghisbeliefintheimportanceof fostering unity and resilience within our communities. In this time of sorrow, we pause to reflect ontheprofoundimpactDrNujomahadonourlives and the indelible mark he has left on our great nation,” the statement continues. “We extend our heartfeltgratitudeforhisunwaveringdedicationto Namibiaanditspeople,andweshallcarryforward hislegacywithhonour Farewell,DrSamNujoma. Yourspirit,wisdom,andvisionwillforeverguide us as we strive to make our nation proud,” Diergaardtconcluded

Welwitschias Set to Face Boland Kavaliers

TheNamibiaRugbyUnion(NRU)announcedtheWelwitschiassquadsettoface SouthAfrica'sBolandKavaliersinafriendlymatchtomorrowatHageGeingob StadiuminWindhoek.

Three players from Coastal Rugby giants FNBKuduRugbyClub arepartofthesquadthat were announced. The coastalplayersareFNB Kuduscaptainandflank

Cameron Langenhoven, loose head prop Sydney Halupe and fullback Aston Mukwilongo. Langenhoven is now newcomer in the national set up, as he represented Namibia before whilst Sydney Halupe and Aston Mukwilongo will be making their debut appearances for the

country. The squad consistsoflocalplayers only and this will be an opportunity for the Uniontoassessthelocal talent pool, in preparation for the 2027 Rugby World Cup qualification campaign. At the announcement event the NRU also signed a scout talent agreement with the NamibianSchoolSports Union(NSSU). The30man squad is Sydney Halupe, Edward Drotsky,JasonBenade(VC), Ruan Ludick, Diamando Tjombe, Cameron

Langenhoven, Bakkies Rossouw, Adriaan

Booysen, Jacques Theron, Denzo Bruwer, Jurgens Meyer, Danco Burger (C), Alcino Isaacs,OwenHawanga, Aston Mukwilongo

ThereservesareKevin Cloete, Wikus Jacobs, Renard Hattingh, Thiaart Lindtveldt, Joe Losper,GiladPlaatjies, Rowan Jansen, Kian Beyer, AJ Kearns, Geraldo Beukes, HillianBeukes,JDNel, Dylan Isaacs, Natie Janse van Rensburg, QuirioneMajiedt

Cameron Langenhoven

Sydney Halupe Aston Mukwilongo

Rudi Bowe