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Namibia in the lead

Controversy swells over Waterfront development Jade McClune

Despite a number of serious objections from residents and members of Council, Swakopmund Municipality has decided to sign an agreement with the developers of the Waterfront Development that will allow Safari Investments to integrate land reclaimed from the sea into Namibian land. The Waterfront Development project along the Vineta beach has been shrouded in controversy since it was first proposed in 1994. The project has passed through the hands of

several firms since it was first proposed and the design has also undergone a number of changes since it was approved. The construction project, which kicked off

in April 2012 is said to be valued at around N$55 million, but critics of the project argue that the environmental clearance certificate granted for the original plan does not cover the

new and more extensive development taking place. They hold that the project now extends beyond the boundaries of the municipality and infringes on state land. The reclaimed land

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Arbour Day

below the high water surrounding it,” but it mark is outside of the has since emerged that jurisdiction of the mu- the latest design “will nicipality and the con- exclude any harbour,” troversy thus centres on as originally propowhether Council had sed and “will allow the any right to sell that launching and recovery land, which belongs to of small craft during the State. Stubenrauch certain weather periods Planning Consultants only”. EES launches new full length Kwaito album (SPC), said in their According to a letter of submission to Council motivation submitted Page 7 on behalf of the deve- to Council by Safari lopers that the exten- Investments Namibia, sion has already been their proposal enjoys registered with the the “full support” of Deeds Office and is al- the Prime Minister and most fully developed. neither the ministry of It emerged at the last local government and Council meeting that housing, or the miniwhen the original stry of works and transagreement of sale was port raised any objecsigned, “no description tions. The ministry of of any development on fisheries would howBladsy 11 the reclaimed land, or ever require a further EES is back with that real fresh Kwaito maintenance of the thre- environmental impact Dolphins behou 2014, EES will be launching his long awaited new Kwaito album on have 7 November claimed land may assessment. trofee been discussed…” Architects and town If there is one thing that we can be certain of when it comes to this “NAM-Boy”, than it SPC said the area was planners in the know, most certainly deliver something that is fresher than fresh. And this time – believe it or originally to be used as say the development realness of Kwaito finallytook backplace again. “breakwaterThe associated on stateis land with a small craft boat without any approval; EES is all about breaking rules, since the day he entered the entertainment industry thi harbour and a section they also argue that the case – and now with even more experience and “rebel” in him – he has done it once ag of commercial erven municipality had no Bladsy 24

Ees is Back

An artist impression of the Waterfront development

mixing and masteringContinues a 22 new on Kwaito album with a strong blend of his own uniq pagetrack 2

EES carefully choose the album name “Authentic Rebel”, as this best describes him as a authentic and real – but a rebel to the music and lifestyle he lives. Whether overseas o or at home ine the Land of the Brave (Namibia), he stays the same supporting the push be worldwide recognized.

Just like most of EES albums – the “Authentic Rebel” is once again packed with the max that could possibly fit on a standard audio CD, without making it a double album. This s to give as much material to his fans and supporters.

Also known for his many collaborations – this album is no different, with the likes of Br PDK, Ongoro Nomundu, M-Poser, Qonja, Blacksheep, Spice, Fresh Family, Manas & the diverse and powerful.

EES has once again proven that no matter what background or culture one has – if you the passion – one can do any genre of music and be proud to bring back the realness to

EES Management / NAM FLAVA Music Office: +49 221 3553 124 (Germany) Office: +264 61 222 393 (Namibia) info@eesy-ees.com www.eesy-ees.com www.facebook.com/eesmusic www.youtube.com/eesyees www.instagram.com/eesmusic


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