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namib times SERVING THE COASTAL COMMUNITY SINCE 1958 NO 6531 TUESDAY 23 FEBRUARY 2016 Tel: +264 64 - 205854 / +264 64 - 461866 /Fax: +264 64 - 204813 / 064 - 461824 / Website: www.namibtimes.net

Fuel station and convenience shop a inside reality for Long Beach by close of 2016 ALAN -

Better service

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Civil works officially commenced at the entrance of Long Beach yesterday, where developer, Tidle Waves Investments, will construct a fuel filling station and a convenience store in the months to come. Hopes are expressed that residents of Long Beach will have a fuel station and shop by year end. A second phase of the development includes more shops and a hotel. A third phase an apartment complex.

Electricity fingered as culprit for CBD inferno Liesl Losper An electricity short circuit, either to an air conditioner unit or to the light installations, are fingered as the main cause of an inferno in Walvis Bay's central business district on Saturday evening that reduced clothing retailer Fashion World and an adjacent cash loans outlet in charred ruins.

Members of the pub- flames that soon spread dential units that were lic reported seeing to the adjacent One occupied by tenants. southsmoke in Fashion Stop Cash Loans. The Downwind, World at around 18:30 roof of the building w e s t e r l y p r o p e r t y on Saturday. The collapsed and the buil- owners scrambled to smoke was confined ding and all content extinguish burning cinders that were drivto the ceiling and star- were reduced to ashes. ted to escape through Emergency services en by the wind. Palm the roof plates. The started to fear for ad- trees with dry leaves fire brigade and other jacent buildings which and felt-covered roofs emergency services included an internet were posing the bigwere contacted cafĂŠ, a cellphone ac- gest threat for buildShortly before 19:00 cessorie shop, a casino ings downwind from the shop erupted in as well as several resiContinues on page 2

New Pitbull show

Walvis Bay Airport boasts new airport manager The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has appointed Chrizelda Natasha George as the airport manager of the Walvis Bay International Airport effective from 8 February 2016.

A media statement issued by the NAC on Monday said George has eight years' experience in civil aviation, which includes working as a commercial pilot; in air traffic operations; airport certification and surveillance; and in the approval of airport manuals and safety management systems.

George, 29, worked for the International Civil Aviation Organisation as a senior aerodrome (airport) inspector from January 2015 and primarily assisted with

the implementation of the Namibia aviation regulatory provisions related to the operation and licensing of aero-

dromes and heliports.

She also worked for the Directorate of Civil Aviation between Continues on page 2 Page 3

Inferno in pics

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Chrizelda Natasha George

Etosha not for sale Page 7

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CBD inferno Continued from page 1 the inferno.

According to one member of the public at around 18:30 while he was in the internet cafe next to Fashion World he saw smoke coming from the ceiling. He is yet to make a statement to investigators, as he left for Cape Town on Sunday early on a business trip.

One of the firefighters on the scene on Saturday night explained there was little they could do to stop the fire from consuming the clothing shop and cash loans, as it would have been too dangerous due to extreme heat and danger of the roof collapsing. They concentrated saving the adjacent buildings and had to leave the fire from dying out by itself.

Four fire trucks were used to put the fire out, whilst a fire hydrant nearby provided the bulk of the water.

Fire consultant and training instructor, Mr Willie van Zyl, was contacted yesterday and confirmed he too visited the scene of the fire yesterday. He supported the current belief that an electricity short circuit in the ceiling of Fashion World started the fire. Van Zyl is the former fire chief of the municipality of Walvis Bay with more than three decades experience in this field.

Walvis Bay municipality's current fire chief, Dennis Basson, confirmed yesterday his investigation leans towards an electricity short circuit as the cause. He was critical of reports indicating arson and said his investigation is focusing on two possibilities but both concern electricity as the culprit Both van Zyl and Basson praised the fire brigade for their work to control the fire and prevent it from causing collateral damage to the central business district of the town or deliver harm or death to nearby residential abodes.

This building dates from 1964.

Airport manager

Public becoming furious over slow internet connection Madelaine Laubscher

Over a reasonable period of time the public inundated namib times with complaints over slow internet connections in the Erongo Region. The slow upload and download speeds interfere with the productivity of businesses and people demand an answer from Telecom Namibia which they feel is the responsible entity.

“Why is Telecom Namibia's Internet speed as Erongo Region,” he said. He later added the slow as a snail these past few weeks? More and Walvis Bay and Swa-kopmund areas will be more pages are not able to open as it cannot con- investigated as a pre-cautionary measure. nect to the server. Outgoing mail takes ages to “Some customers in Walvis Bay and Swakopsend, if sent out at all. We want to know why mund are experiencing slow internet speeds. Our this problem is not being solved,” a complainant technicians are investigating and we hope to said. restore normal performance as quickly as posThe newspaper sent inquiries to the public sible. We sincerely apologise to affected custospokesperson of Telecom Namibia, Mr Oiva mers for any inconvenience this may cause. I Angula. Angula requested more “specifics” wish also to encourage customers to please regarding problems experienced by net users. report slow internet speeds to Telecom Namibia “We need to know exactly where the problem is by calling our toll-free number at 1100, or by (the area) so that it can be investigated. Please visiting the nearest Teleshop to report the prospeak to us and tell us exactly in which area blem. This will help Telecom Namibia to act these problems occur, because we cannot do quickly in fixing things if they go wrong,” he much when we are told it is the whole of the concluded.

Local authorities should render effective services - ALAN

Local Authority leaders should ensure that national development agendas are met, predominantly in the areas of reducing economic inequality and enhancing social justice.

Oshakati Mayor Katrina Shimbulu said this during the Association of Local Authorities in Namibia's (ALAN) first management committee meeting for 2016 in Oshakati on Saturday.

“Our communities need our prompt intervention in the fight against poverty and in the provision of effective services to meet their needs,” she said.

Continued from page 1 September 2011 and December 2014 as an aerodrome inspector, and as an air traffic controller before becoming an inspector.

George was quoted as saying her appointment is another opportunity for her to grow in her career. She said the challenges ahead are encouraging her to work hard and “plant seeds of success”.

“My experiences from being a regulator will come in handy and I'm sure with all the necessary support, we can deliver for Namibia's prosperity,” she said.

George will be reporting to strategic executive Leonard Shipuata, who heads Business Unit Two at the NAC, which includes the Walvis Bay International, Ondangwa as well as the Eros, Rundu, Katima Mulilo, Keetmanshoop and Lüderitz airports.

Also quoted in the statement was NAC Chief Executive Officer Tamer El-Kallawi, who said: “We are excited about having her on our management team. She has over the years proven to be a reliable person and we are confident she can add value to our operations, especially at the Walvis Bay International Airport.”

The meeting, which was aimed at mapping out the way forward in the execution of the Local Authorities' duties, was attended by representatives of Local Authorities countrywide. In his remarks, the association's acting president Leonard Jona from the Eenhana Town Council said the only way ALAN's goals can be achieved is if its members are re-liable and ready to fight the battle against po-verty at both regional and local level.

“It is crucial for both board and staff members of ALAN to communicate well with the members to find out all their needs,” said Jona, who is the chairperson of the Eenhana Town Council management commit-

tee.

In his a speech read on his behalf at the event, Oshana Governor Clemens Kashuupulwa said it is imperative that ALAN be appropriately recognised in order for its mandate and financial sustainability to be enhanced.

“It would be important to follow this up with appropriate policy and legislative instruments to cement this relationship and properly recognise ALAN,” he said.

Kashuupulwa urged local authorities to debate issues of creation of employment, poverty reduction, revival and sustenance of economic growth, as well as reduction of inequality in income distribution.

He also encouraged members to find inno-

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A picture of the former terminal building of the Walvis Bay Airport. A modern, new terminal building that replaced this old building will be completed soon

Oshakati mayor Katrina Shimbulu

vative ways to rally their respective constituencies to become active participants in the improvement of people's living standards.

“It is high time we take a practical approach to addressing these issues now and put them in the past for good,” said the governor.

The association represents all Local Authority members in Namibia and provides a

platform where these members can air their grievances.

It also aims to protect, safeguard and enhance the image, interests, rights and privileges of Local Authorities.

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Pitbull - meet the softer side Liesl Losper With concerns growing rapidly that many Namibians are supporting the illegal sport of dogfighting, and the steady supply of dog breeds like the pitbull finding their way into this obscure world, either as specially bred puppies or a stolen animals, a new organisation has seen the light to counter this evil and create a healthy awareness and idea of owning a pitbull.

The organisation will host a number of shows each year to bring pitbull owners together and create a platform where owners can exchange ideas and to nurture a culture of responsible dog ownership.

Nam Show Pits, the second show body in Namibia after the Namibia Pitbull Association Show, says it wholly dedicates itself to showcase this dog breed in a more positive light. The organisation is totally against animal cruelty, against the idea of dogfighting and in favour of the law as a means to deal with people making themselves guilty of organising and attending dog fighting events or supplying and training dogs.

Shervin Paulse and Tommy-lee McNab launched Nam Show Pits in January this year. The organisation is affiliated to SA Show Pits. This show is aimed at showcasing the pitbull in a much more positive light. It allows owners and those thinking of getting a pitbull a platform to meet up and discuss the breed for what it really is.

Shervin Paulse, founder of the Nam Show Pits explained to namib times recently the main objective is to educate the general public on the ownership of pitbulls. “We strive to produce champion and grand champion show dogs.

We cater for both registered and non-registered pitbulls. We are striving to organise 6-8 shows

for this year alone. We tend to bring out the best in the American pitbull terrier by testing their muscle strength, endurance and mental ability,” Paulse explained. So far 34 entries had been received and these events are expected to bring pitbull owners together in a fun, yet challenging atmosphere and show off their animals in a responsible and animal friendly atmosphere.

Weight pulling [the first ever to be introduced in a dog show] and high jump are some of the competition activities. An accumulation of 1 000 points can ensure a dog the title of champion or grand champion (2 000 points).

Paulse admitted finding sponsorships for these shows are not an easy task. Unfortunately it is a reality that dog fighting gave responsible and accountable ownership of pitbulls a bad name. A perception Nam Show Pits would like to reverse.

Their first show will be hosted this coming Saturday at Jan Wilken Stadium. Strong rules and regulations will be in place. Paulse requests the public to attend this show and “meet the dogs.”

There are so many misconceptions about the pitbull dog species and through these events he wishes to turn the negative tide.

On the photo accompanying this article, Paulse with his pride - Paris, his Pitbull - a Namibian Champion.

Book on environmental law and policy launched The third fully revised edition of a book on environmental law and policy in Namibia was launched in the capital on Thursday.

The first edition of the book titled 'Environmental Law and Policy in Namib i a - To w a r d s Making Africa the Tree of Life,' was first launched in 2011, and the second in 2013.

The third edition includes some new chapters and sections on topics such as environmental management and disaster risk management.

Minister of Environment and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta said at the launch environmental law and policy have one common goal, which is to achieve environmental sustainability within the overall framework of sustainable development.

“Obviously environmental sustainability has not been a major concern in the past at global and national level, otherwise Namibia would not have to deal with a range of difficult environmental challenges, including amongst others land degradation; water

scarcity; pollution; deforestation; biodiversity loss; and climate change,” he said.

Addressing these challenges, he said, requires unimpeded determination on the

part of policy makers.

“Policy-makers need to make informed decisions that are just and sustainable, both for people and the environment. “The book offers a comprehensive collection of

policy areas where environmental concerns are crucial and supports policymakers by providing clear and accessible briefings.

(Nampa)

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Information on gang operations I want to bring to the attention of the coastal community about a gang operating here. This similar pattern happened to me twice this week.

I placed an advertisement in namib times when he arrives to view my house, he will about the houses I am selling. I received just deduct the amount. I became suspimany phone calls and among these calls, a cious and told the man not to call me again. very convincing caller impersonating a The caller with a German accent does not German accent and another caller imper- turn up on the appointed time but calls to sonating an Angolan accent . The Angolan say that he is in Brandberg and that his wife caller says he has a lot of cash and wants to who has a precious stone business will buy my house urgently and he is coming come to me with an envelope containing from Windhoek to the coast with his cash. precious stones and that I must give her We agreed an appointed time to view the N$8 000 in cash and I will deduct this when house. Shortly before viewing, the man he buys my house. calls back saying that he is now in Oka- I became suspicious and told him that I do handja and has a friend who is passing and not trust him. The same pattern happened to has to go to another town and he is giving my sister when she placed an advertisement an envelope containing his documents to to rent her flat. buy my house and the man will call me. This is just to warn the public who are The man calls saying that he needs a few advertising their properties in the newsthousand and has to go to another town paper to be aware of these scams. urgently. The supposed buyer to my house Kindly, if you publish this, I would like to calls that I must give him the money and be ANONYMOUS.

Walvis Bay Magistrate’s Court report Colonelia Michael (23) was accused of theft.

The accused is on bail and is warned to appear on 17 February for trial party to be heard.

Case dated CRM 697/2015 – February 2015 David David (30) was accused of malicious damage to property and in possession of housebreaking implements. The accused is on bail and must appear in court on 5 April.

Case dated CRM 1347/2015 – April 2015 Rasarus M Andreas (37) was accused of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor.

The accused is on bail and must appear in court on 17 May. Case dated CRM 2853/2015 – July 2015 Jereboian Kamulu (35) was accused of obstructing a member of police while executing their duties. The accused was found not guilty. Case dated CRM 4452/2015 – October 2015 Henry Abrahams (68) was accused of assault. The accused is on bail and is warned to appear on 5 April. Case dated CRM 148/2016 –January 2016.

Matias Fillemon (21) was accused of assault and malicious damage to property. The accused is on bail and is warned to appear on 17 March. Case dated CRM 151/2016 – December 2015.

Eva Shiimi (36 ) was accused of theft. The accused is on bail and is warned to appear in court on 12 April. Case dated CRM 229/2016 – January 2016.

Kaycee Martins (18) was accused of assault and assault by threat. The accused on bail and is warned to appear on 14 April. Case dated CRM 421/2016 – January 2016.

Richard Gawaseb (30) was accused of failure to pay maintenance. The accused is in custody and the matter was postponed to 23 February. Case dated CRM 819/2016.

Ndeitapo Uuyamba (19) was accused of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm. The accused is on bail and must appear in court on 16 June. Case dated CRM 2947/ 2014 – August 2014 Fillipus Kandenge (23) was accused of Robbery. The accused is on bail and msut appear in court on 23 June. Case dated CRM 3827/2014 – October 2014.

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Marius Amunyela (21) was accused of Robbery.

The accused is on bail and msut appear in court on 23 June. Case dated CRM 3827/ 2014 – October 2014.

A minor was accused of malicious damage to property.

The accused is detained in a place of safety and must appear in court on 22 March for plea and trial. Case dated CRM 2617/2015 – July 2015.

Sam Nekwaya (27) was accused of assault.

The case was withdrawn at the request of the complainants. Case dated CRM 3117/2015 – August 2015.

Jason Nambahu (32) was accused of assault.

The case was withdrawn at the request of the complainants. Case dated CRM 3117/2015 – August 2015.

Justin Visagie (26) was accused of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor. The accused was found guilty and sentenced to a fine of N$4 000 or 8 months imprisonment.

Case dated CRM 5678/2015 – December 2015 Johannes Elifas (21) was accused of theft.

The accused is on bail and the matter was postponed to 23 March. Case dated CRM 2/2016 – January 2015.

Mario Smith (18) was accused of theft. The accused is on warning to appear on 5 April.

Case dated CRM 438/2016 – January 2016 A minor was accused of theft. The accused was released in acre of a guardian. Case dated CRM 438/2016 – January 2016 Brendan Losper (28) was accused of theft.

The case was withdrawn. Case dated CRM 438/2016 – January 2016 Manfred Brown (38) was accused of theft.

The case was withdrawn. Case dated CRM 438/2016 – January 2016 Boois Mario Reginald (22) was accused of drugs – in the possession of methaqualone.

The accused is in custody and the matter was postponed to 5 April. Case dated CRM 818/ 2016 – February 2016.

A minor was accused of possession of drugs – in the possession of methaqualone. The accused was released in care of a guardian. Case dated CRM 818/2016 – February 2016.

Let them be caught It's strange that people complain about traffic officers not doing their work, yet the people warn other road users of speed cameras.

Why? Let negligent road users be caught because they're risking other people's lives. Recently four imported cars were speeding, overtaking on blind rises and into oncoming traffic, all using their cellphones. They have no regard for other's lives.

Anonymous

Wetgewing nodig vir hondetelery Mag ek hierdie klippies uit my skoen haal en in die samelewingsbos gooi?

Oorsee en elders het ‘n wonderlike beleid; hondetelers se hondetuistes moet aan baie hoë standaarde voldoen, en die telers is ware diereliefhebbers, om dit af te rond, alle diere wat te koop aangebied word, is die voorvereiste van teler, die dier is gesteriliseer. Die nuwe eienaar word aan baie streng keuring onderwerp. Namibia sal doen met so ‘n wet, dan sal ons beslis nie meer so ‘n ooraanbod van jaffies en flaffies hê nie, en elkeen wat hom of haar dan uitgee vir ‘n "teler" in haglike omstandighede en ‘n buite beheer teelproses aan die gang sit vir net geld en die wreedheid daarvan kan summier gestop word. Sal beslis na beide kante resultate lewer as die konsep ook op die "intelligente mens" van toepassing kon wees. Gewoonlik die met beperkte "middele" wat "te veel" kinders en diere het ! As my optelsom reg is, bring dit my by die S.P.C.A. en kindershuise. Die fynskrif hierby verstaan almal, of nie almal? Die S.P.C.A. die hondjies en katjies het eienaars! Jannie en Sannie is uitgekuier, die oulike kleintjie het intussen groot geword, en ‘n las. Die "speelding" word dan afgelaai, of weggegooi, of nog meer algemeen moet deur ‘n beskermengel verwyder word. Dit stem ooreen met die "slim onvolwasse ouers" wat hulle te vinnig opsaal met die grootste verantwoordelikheid in hulle lewe maar hoegenaamd nie in ag geneem het wat dit behels nie. Die blindheid en plesier neem oor.

Agterna is die vuishou besef, nie opgewasse vir hierdie taak nie, tog doen hulle presies dieselfde aan hulle kinders wat aan diere gedoen word. Los hulle!! Dis nie wesies nie, en so kry die S.P.C.A. en die kinderhuise gestalte en oorgeskuif na die gemeenskap. Die spreekwoord lui: dink is een van die moeilikste dinge om te doen, daarom doen so min mense dit!

Head-on collision on B2 A 25-year-old man died in an accident Thursday night after he was involved in a head-on collision with a pick-up on the B2 road between Karibib and Usakos.

The accident happened around 19:00, some eight kilometres west of Usakos. Detective Chief Inspector Erastus Iikuyu of the Namibian Police Force (NamPol) at Walvis Bay on Sunday identified the deceased as Marshellino Richard Isaaks. Iikuyu said Isaaks was driving a Toyota Corolla sedan towards Usakos when he collided with a Ford Ranger Pick-up occupied by a driver and passenger. Isaaks died while being transported to Windhoek for medical attention. The driver of the Ford Ranger, Uto Gonteb (age unknown) is currently in the Usakos State Hospital with a broken leg. His passenger, who was not identified, escaped the accident unhurt.

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Photos by Liesl Losper

Short circuit cause of Fashion World inferno

A crime scene investigator of the Namibian Police on the scene on Sunday morning. Rumours of foul play as a cause of the fire have been rubbished

The biggest part of the building is in ruins and would have to be torn down

The fire which started at around 18:30 on Saturday attracted many members of the public who could just stand in shock and disbelief as the building was turned into an empty shell. Some residents in the immediate area suffered smoke damage to their properties whilst the southwesterly wind also sent burning debris onto neighbouring properties increasing the danger of more fires

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The end nears for bulk fuel jetty Sunny weather and calm seas makes for a tranquil picture of the fuel jetty in the port of Walvis Bay where Namibia’s bulk national fuel are landed.

This fuel jetty is fast approaching the end of its lifespan, following the commencing of construction of a mega-fuel import hub north of Walvis Bay, a project by the Ministry of Mines and Energy. Chinese constructon giant China Harbour & Engineering (CHEC) is the main contractor of this massive project.

The new bulk fuel import hub is phase one of the SADC Gateway Port, an entire new port facility for Walvis Bay which is planned to realise within the next decade.

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Shifeta wants Muniaro to withdraw allegations of sale of Etosha National Park Sharlien Tjambari The Minister of Environment and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta have issued a letter on 18 February this year which was addressed to the President of the National Union of Namibian Workers (NUNW), Ismael Kasuto demanding Muniaro to withdraw his allegation about the sale of Etosha Pan. Last week the NUNW cies, distortions and threat to the stability of Secretary General, mythologies which the Namibian nation,” Job Muniaro called a may pose a serious warned Shifeta. press conference without consent from the president and vicepresidents of NUNW. During the conference Muniaro claimed that the government was trying to sell Etosha National Park.

In his letter to Kasuto, Shifeta said it is utterly devoid of any truth that the government is selling Etosha and that he categorically reject this irresponsible and damaging statement. Shifeta said he takes serious exception of such utterances of crude lies done with the intention to cause commotion and sow unnecessary confusion.

Shifeta described Muniaro's allegations as a conspiracy to corrupt public morals and thereby cause public resentment towards the government of Namibia. Shifeta also stressed out that the ministry of environment and tourism and the entire Namibian government has an open door policy. In his letter Shifeta also said that Muniaro failed to make any attempt to enquire from the ministry about the socalled sale/auction he alleged. “ I would like to put it on record and in no uncertain terms that the government of the Republic of Namibia has no intention or contemplation, now or in future, to dispose off Etosha National Park or any other Parks in Namibia for that matter,” said Shifeta in the letter.

The purpose of the letter to Kasuto was to demand that NUNW amplifies its basis or causes Muniaro to substantiate the allegations and amplify grounds of his action within five days or publicly withdraw them and Shifeta said if Muniaro fail to do so, he will hold the NUNW liable for Muniaro's allegations.

“I expect you in future to guard against falla-

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Dangerous practice Motorists want trucks to permanently get off the coastal road During the festive season the Roads Authority ordered truck drivers to use the road behind the dunes to reduce traffic loads between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. Motorists feel now this arrangement should continue on a permanent basis.

Boney Matz What is so special abaut swakop. .. Truck pass through every town, Karibib ,Ott, and many many more, with old people. How many accident caused by truck between Swkp and W/buy comparison to small cars... Trucks are involved in every day business activities, must not treated as peace disturber.

"Relocate the old age home to somwhere pretty quiet. And replace it with a TRUCK PORT. Matty Pandu If you divert trucks from passing through swakopmund due to the noise and so on, will you also build another road for trucks that does not pass through omufiya town?

Evgeny Demenkov I am not sure that wavy dirt road behind the dunes is suitable for cargo trucks, plus there is tourist area as well. The good solution will be to build circumferential road not for trucks only, but for other motorists, which heading to Windhoek from Walvis Bay or vice versa.

Bernd Bambi Marting You guys can rather answer the question wehter the idot drivers will drive more than pigs or will the other cars decide to drive for once faster than 80.its always the trucks that get blames and get knoked down by everybody and 99% of the time its not an truck but some idiot that cannot drive. good point thou with the old age home there i must agree Renate Schmidt Isn't the speed limit 80 on that road ?

Bernd Bambi Marting Egsactley, some parts are 100 and plus but then you get guys driveing less than 80 and people are not bitching because of that. the trucks are not the problem its the attitude of the drivers that needs to change.

Renate Schmidt O yes agreed on that Richard Klein Groot graap hy kan nie eers kry dat sy mense werk in plek van hul shopping te doen hoe wil hy iets an die probleme doen

Kotti Benjamen U guy's mus organise mura for car wash, cz that road z alwzy wet David Ghetto Child Daxa BULL..., I REPEAT, BULL....

Pieter Van Der Merwe Totally agree!

Truck got stuck as main water line ruptures An incident in Swakopmunds Vrede Rede Street now leaves the ancient question. which was first the chicken or the egg? A delivery truck drove along Vrede Rede Street when at around 14:00 the vehicle became stuck in a watery hole which was likely caused by a ruptured main water supply pipeline.

Andre Coetzee My bet is that the pipe was leaking long before the truck came past. That caused the ground to be washed away under the tar. If the truck was capable of damaging the pipe it would have happened long ago, and where would the sand have moved to this suddenly?

Rudi du Plessis Engineering work around the pipe not properly designed and not correctly constructed. driver cant be at error.

Homateni Shatsilika Unsafe act for the municipal technical department.

Krappies Bra Municipality do your work on time please. See now what happen, stop that thing of waiting for accident to happen do your job on time please.

Container terminal fully operational by mid-2018 The construction of a 40 hectare container terminal on reclaimed land on the southern end of the port of Walvis Bay is progressing on schedule. The construction work, carried out by China Harbour and Engineering Company (CHEC) is due for completion by October 2017, where after cargo handling equipment and other infrastructure would be installed.

Japie de Jager Cool.

Evgeny Demenkov Isn't that cool?

Frans Emosho Well done CHEC

A drain lid has been missing for many, many years on the corner of Sam Nujoma and Arandis Street in Kramersdorf. Although the side curbs are repainted every year this dangerous and primitive way of covering the drain is always overlooked.

Kramersdorf resident

Begin dink asseblief Ek moet weens my werk gereeld in Walvisbaai rondry en gebruik ook dikwels die kuspad. Ek word by die dag net meer verbaas oor die vlak van intelligensie wat verskeie motorbestuurders openbaar.

Ek wil nie veel uitbrei oor algemene padveiligheid nie, maar wel oor spoedbeperkings.

Spoedbeperkings is net daar oor twee redes. Eerstens word dit ingestel vir veiligheid. Met ander woorde om sestig kilometer per uur in 'n dorp te ry, word gereken die veiligste spoed in die geval van nood indien jy sou mos remslaan.

Die tweede rede is vir gladde verkeersvloei. Dit wil sê as die spoedbeperking sestig is, tagtig of honderd behoort die motoris so na as moontlik aan so 'n spoed te ry. Kom maak 'n voorbeeld.

As die spoedbeperking op die kuspad 100km/u is, behoort jy nie 60km/u aan te kruie nie. Allermins behoort jy teen 120km/u en vinniger te ry. Dit vat nie veel breinkrag om dit uit te werk dat iendien 'n klomp voertuie agter mekaar ry, en almal min of meer dieselfde spoed ry, dinge glad sal vorder nie.

Verder behoort dit ook nie veel dinkwerk te verg om te begryp sou van die voertuie in 'n 100km/u sone teen 40km/u aankruie en ander swape 130km/u [en vinniger!!] jaag, die gladde vloei by die venster uit sal wees nie.

Begin dink asseblief!

Mal in die kop?

Ek rig hierdie skrywe om voertuigbestuurders se aandag te vestig op die uiters onbedagsame gedrag wat verskeie bestuurders verlede week op die kuspad teenoor 'n ambulansvoertuig getoon het.

Met loeiende sirene en ligte wat flits was daar geen twyfel dat daar 'n pasiënt in die noodvoertuig was wat dringend by 'n hospitaal moes uitkom nie. Ten spyte daarvan het verskeie motoriste versuim om van die pad af te trek om die noodvoertuig die kans te gun om verby te kom.

Toe ek van die pad aftrek het die een motoris nog die arrogansie gehad om vir my met 'n handgebaar te wys dat ek mal in die kop is, want my motor sal klippers op sy voertuig gooi.

Die wet sê motorbestuurders moet ryvoorrang aan 'n noodvoertuig gee. Geen verskonings en geen arrogante handgebaartjies gaan die realiteit daaraan verander nie. Die enigste realiteit, meneer die handgebaarwyser, is dat jy of een van jou geliefdes op 'n dag in so 'n noodvoertuig om 'n lewe veg, en dan sal jy bitter graag wil hê dat voertuie daaraan ryvoorrang gee.

Mal in die kop?

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Henties Bay joins hands in masses for cleanup Sharlien Tjambari

The campaign was launch on Friday by the Mayor of Henties Bay, Clr Herman Honeb. Clr Honeb explained cleanliness is not only important for local hygiene and moral, but it is also a positive image for Henties Bay as a tourism destination.

Honeb explained that he proposed this clean up, “Even if every household had more than two and it is important for him for residents to make a toilets, people will still use bushes so it is not an mind-shift towards keeping Henties Bay clean issue that can be stopped overnight,” Honeb exand tidy. The Governor of Erongo, Mr Cleophas plained. Adding the community of Henties Bay Mutjavikua also recently touched on the issue of should stand together to uphold the basic stancleanliness and tidiness for Erongo towns and the dards of life.

Henties Bay local authority council took this to “We need to change the people's mind-sets. heart.

Educate and sensitise our citizens about hygiene, Areas worst affected by littering are along the sanitation and health issues,” he said. main road. The community contributes towards According to Honeb, Council has come up with a littering around this area, as the informal settle- long term program which include workshops, ment is in close proximity to the main road. awareness events, educational sessions and outTravellers, including tourists, are also contri- reach programs to schools and households to talk buting towards the unsightly main road by thro- to residents on the importance of hygiene and wing litter out of vehicles or stopping along the cleanliness. road and not cleaning up before leaving.

Amongst the group assisting with the cleanup was Sadly some community members are also using Namib Desert Environmental Education Trust the area when nature calls. When asked why (Nadeet) of whom members travelled from Swapeople use the area as a toilet, Honeb said it is not kopmund to assist with the cleaning campaign. a matter of people not having access to toilet The big group of 500 people were divided into facili-ties, but merely a bad habit people should smaller groups and were dispatched all over town get rid of. in order to clean Henties Bay.

Above: Henties Bay showed this week that peoplespower can shift mountains. Residents from all walks of life and professions joined hands to clean up the town from rubble and rubbish. The Mayor of Henties Bay, Clr Herman Honeb led this mass action

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4 Swakopmund dancers off to Spain Sharlien Tjambari Last year July Leanne Magson, Julian Lettenbauer, Jessica Strydom and Jelaine Strydrom competed in the International Fine Art Association Grand Prix dance competition that was held at the Swakopmund Dome. Little did these four dancers know their performance would land them a much sought after finals in Spain from 20 to 29 March this year.

Leanne (9) made it through dancing three duets and two solos. She is a Grade 4 learner of Pro-Ed Academy. Her hobbies are drawing, modelling, singing and cooking with her mum and the Little Bakers Club. Her inspiration comes from watching Jelaine at a dance show. Leanne performed after dancing only for 6 weeks and that inspired her to dance and be as good as Jelaine. She is so excited about the trip to Spain. She is also super excited about visiting the Euro Disney in Paris and meeting all her favourite Disney characters. She wants to do her very best in Spain and hopes to bring home medals and trophies. She would like to thank her family who has stood by her always and also a very big thanks to her teacher Kim Garny “the best dance teacher, she is the sweetest and most loving teacher,� she said. Leanne would be performing hip hop duet, hip hop solo, jazz solo and musical duet with Julian. Julian (8) made it through dancing two duets. He is a Grade 3 learner of Private School Swakopmund.

His hobbies are reading, piano, gymnastics, swimming, soccer, tennis, guitar, and TV and Computer games. His inspiration is the love he has for dancing and having fun while dancing and he has the best teacher in the world. He is super excited about Spain. He hopes to have loads of fun in Spain and of course to win. Julian is also really looking forward to touring Spain and visiting the water parks. Jelaine (15), a Grade 10 learner at Pro-Ed Academy made it through rapping, dancing hip hop and contemporary solo. Jessica made it through singing two songs in the open category with her sister Jessica (13) in Grade 8 in Pro-Ed Academy. Jelaine and Jessica both have the same hobbies as sisters and they both love to sing and dance. They are both very excited about Spain and looking forward to showing their talent to the world to see. Jelaine will be performing rap solo, contemporary solo and hip hop solo while Jessica will be singing two songs in the open category in Spain. The four would like to thank Kim Garny the dance teacher for Kim Dance and Fitness Studio and want every Namibian to keep them in their prayers and to support them.

Top picture: Leanne with Amelie.

Middle picture: Leanne middle, Julian front left, Jelaine back left and Jessica back right.

Picture right: Leanne with Trophy and certificates

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Where is Vivian these days?

Liesl Losper Vivian Molauly, the coastal music artists who jumped to fame in 2003 after winning KykNet's Zing along with coartist Johnny Davids, says he is immensely excited about the release of his first solo CD in the coming weeks.

Vivian, who lives in When asked about the to return to Namibia as months as residents of and lighting.

Swakopmund quite ex- Preceeding Zing, ViSwakopmund since CD, Molauley said this a solo artist. the beginning of the week he is working on He has been perfor- citing, but says Walvis vian has also conyear, says as with all a title for the album. ming at various events Bay and its com- solidated his music other aspects of his The songs are secular, ever since and the munities will always career success in 1999 release of his first solo stay close to their with the band Nu life he places his trust he explained.

100% in God. It is Since his fame in Zing CD is a highlight of his hearts.

Creation, he co-founhard work and many in 2003, Vivian shared career he very much Vivian says apart from ded with Joe Blom and hours of dedication to the stage with celebrity looks forward to. “This his performances at Johnny Davids. Nu release a music cd. artists like Dozi, Nia- is the best time of my c o r p o r a t e e v e n t s , Creations was not only which include high about gospel music but Especially if you fund nel and Kurt Darren. life,” he says. the project yourself, He appeared on vari- In 2011, Vivian got profilers like Skorpion it was a quest to spread according to Vivian ous television shows married to Carika and Zinc and Nampower, the Gospel through who says he performs such as Saturday Night the couple have 3 beau- he does his own sound their music. Nu Creaat corporate events Live with Jerry Spring- tiful sons, Enver, Viri- and lighting. tion was an instant and private events for er, Noot vir Noot on que en Carvin. Vivian He wants his shows to success. It won the funds to make this SABC2, Casper Ras- and his family moved be perfect and his National Male Choir to Swakopmund in De- music career also made Competition in 1999 CD's release a reality per Show and Pitstop. in the weeks to come. In 2008 Vivian decided cember. The family him an expert in his and did so for four f o u n d t h e i r f i r s t own right with sound consecutive years.

WALVIS BAY * Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday: Book Exchange at the Mission to Seafarers. All Welcome. * Every Tuesday: Blood clinic (NAMBTS) at Welwitschia Hospital next to indoor pool. * First Tuesday of every month: Charity Quiz Night at The Raft! Call 204877 for more info and reservations. * Every Sunday: Potjiekos available at MOTH Centre. * 26 & 27 Feb: Indoor Soccer Bonanza at Jan Wilken Indoor Complex. * 27 Feb: Cancer Association Walvis Bay Spray-A-Thon at Pick ‘n Pay Shopping (Seagulls) Mall, Protea Spar from 09:00 - 13:00. * 27 Feb: Vlooimark deur Gereformeerde Kerk

by MOTH terrein regoor WoermannBrock.

Kontak S Vermaak tel 202020. * 27 Feb: Laerskool Walvisbaai Kermis. * 1 Maart: Interkerklike Gebedskring biduur om 09:00 by Christen Gemeente, Narraville. * 9 March: MOTH meeting at Escarpment Shellhole at 19:00. * 17 - 19 March: Walfisch Karneval at Atlantis Sport Club. * 21 March: MOTH Parade at Jakkalswater.

2 April: Canoe Combat and Festival at the Lagoon. * 5 April: Interkerklike Gebedskring biduur om 09:00 by Volle Evangelie Kerk, Narraville. * 13 April: MOTH meeting at Escarpment Shellhole at 19:00. * 24 April: MOTH Parade at Trekkopje. * 3 Mei: Interkerklike Gebedskring biduur om 09:00 by A.M.E. Kuisebmond. * 11 May: MOTH meeting at Escarpment Shellhole at 19:00. * 7 Junie: Interkerklike Gebedskring biduur om 09:00 by My Fathers House. * 8 June: MOTH meeting at Escarpment Shellhole at 19:00. *5 Julie: Interkerklike Gebedskring biduur om 09:00 by Evangeliese Sending Kerk, Narraville. ***************

Clockwise: Vivian and his wife Carike on their wedding day.

A family picture and left - the days of Nu Creation.

SWAKOPMUND * Bridge: The Swakopmund Bridge club meets every Monday evening at 19:00 at Lions Old Age Home. Contact: Ed Barbour 064-405 604. * Swakopmund Toastmasters: Meet every first and third Monday of the month at the Europa Hof Hotel, Bismark Str 39, Swakopmund, Namibia from 19:00 - 20:30. * Every Saturday: Flea Market & fresh produce outside Wild Rocket Cafe Kriess Arcade from 08:30 - 12:00. * 23 Feb: “Die endlose Fahrt der Liemba” Alex Capus” Afrikaroman “Eine Frage der Zeit” Vortrag von Hans-Volker Gretschel at 19:00 in the Swakopmund Museum.

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ErongoRED and media reconnect on action-packed media day........

Liesl Losper The role of the coastal media in educating and informing the public has been under the spotlight on Friday by regional electricity distributor ErongoRED at its annual media day. The namib times was represented at this event by reporter Liesl Losper and Shadeen Klein.

The Chief Executive views the media as a Walvis Bay to the Officer of Erongo- partner. “Your report- national grid.

R E D , M r R o b e r t ing on matters at It was also not only Kahimise expressed ErongoRED has pro- work, but play too. The his respect for the role vided us the opportu- media were then treatthe media plays as nity to re-look at the ed on a once-in-a-lifewatchdog and report way we operate and time four wheel drive on matters of public m a k e a d j u s t m e n t s excursion to Sandwich interest and where pu- where necessary,” he Harbour and the day ended with a superb blic awareness is nee- explained. ded.

Members of the media braai at Dolphins ResErongRED as a critical were among others taurant where manageor strategic service taken on a guided tour ment of ErongoRED provider to the public of the new high tech and the invited media of the Erongo Region substation which links had the opportunity for networking.

ErongoRED’s Mr Vermaas Bisset explaining the workings of the new substation

A look into ErongoRED’s call centre - soon to become a 24/7 operation

Immer Wes ‘n ware lekkerlees roman Immer Wes is 'n groot roman wat handel oor die twee Wêreldoorloë en uiteindelik via SuidAfrika in Namibië (toentertyd Duitswes en Suidwes) eindig.

Oor die boek: 'n Dogtertjie uit die Oos-Pruisiese adel, 'n liefdelose ma, 'n pa wat omgee – wel, meestal. Só begin Hildegard se verhaal … In 1914, toe die donker wolke wat oor Europa saamgetrek het, uiteindelik in die Groot Oorlog uitbreek, leer Hildegard vir die eerste keer hoe lelik die lewe daar buite is, hoe afskuwelik oorlog, en wat 'n misleidende woord “oorlogshelde” is. Haar kinderlike verering van die Duitswester Gustav los op in die vlaktes van sy geliefde land waarheen hy terugkeer. Sy trou met 'n man – haar vader se keuse, as mens dit 'n keuse kan noem – wat min vreugde in haar lewe bring.

Teen die tyd wat die Tweede Wêreldoorlog ten einde loop, is sy intiem vertroud met die pyn van verlies en onderdrukking, armoede en hongersnood, en meer as ooit haat en verag sy oorlog. Maar dit is nie die einde van die reis nie. Dit besef sy eers toe sy en haar kind hulle weens omstandighede waarvan niemand sou kon droom nie, in Duitswes bevind. Wat môre sal bring en waar sy en haar dogtertjie 'n heenkome sal vind, weet niemand. Soms weet sy nie of God haar nog hoor wanneer sy bid nie.

Hierdie lekkerlees roman beloof om Irma Joubert se lesers weer weg te voer na lande en tye wat nie aan ons bekend is nie. Soos altyd is die styl maklik, maar soos soveel keer te vore, wys Joubert ook die donker kant van die mens. Oorlog is verskriklik. Gelukkig is daar altyd hoop in al Irma Joubert se romans.

Immer Wes is die eerste boek in haar nuwe trilogie. Al drie verhale het as kern die lyding van vroue en kinders. Joubert sê “dit maak nie saak wie die vyand is nie, die vergrype teen die mens is dieselfde.

Sodra honger oorneem, word die mens soos 'n dier.”

Immer Wes is Joubert se tiende boek. Sy het ongekende welslae in die buiteland behaal met ses van haar boeke wat reeds in Nederlands vertaal is. Dit sluit Ver wink die Suiderkruis, Tussen stasies, Tolbos, Anderkant Pontenilo, Pérsomi en Kronkelpad in.

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PAMS reunion dance 2016 ErongoRED media excursion Continues from page 12....

Primêre Afrikaansmedium Skool Swakopmund (PAMS) now known as Swakopmund Primary School will be having a reunion dance on the school premises on 26 March as part of fundraising for upgrading the school facilities.

According to Annemarie Mater, a teacher of SPS and organiser of the dance, there is no maintenance budget from the government side and the parents are not able to turn this around.

Mater explained many years ago (since 1979 until 90s) parents showed own initiative to keep the school in a good condition.

These parents were from the higher-income salaries group.

“We have tried for a few years now to get contri-

Riding in the dunes can be scary stuff. Shadeen Klein having a good laugh at Monia Tjongarero (ERED-HR) in her moments of sheer fear

Satisfaction after the action. Tour leader Mike Lloyd and Rudi Haass packing out the bubbly, oysters and brötchens. Looking on are ErongoRED’s Mr Robert Kahimise (left), Freddie Vries (front right) and Nico Niemand

The gecko is one of the most fascinating of the animal life to be found in the Namib Desert.

Theoline Cooksen of NBC’s Afrikaans Radio having a closer look.

butions from parents, but they are just not able to help,” said Mater. SPS is trying to get donations from ex-learners and local companies before the reunion in order to buy the poly filler, sanding paper, oil paint, brushes.

The holes in the corridors must be filled a week in advance to dry and they place the paint and brushes at the various areas for reunion attendants to work in groups.”

Mater added the dining-

room does not meet standards and they would like to upgrade it as well. The renovation and upgrade will be done at the school during the day and there will be a cowboy dance for fundraising with lots of surprise elements.

To give back as much as possible to help with the big holes in the school budget, the school would like to try to get some of the ingredients of the meals of the day sponsored.

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Duneside Private High School News Acknowledgements On behalf of the Executive Council of 2015, the Head Boy (E van Reenen) and Head Girl (T Shonhiwa) would like to thank all the generous sponsors who have made their projects for the year a huge success. They would also like to thank the students of Duneside PHS who have selflessly contributed to each and every project. Their support was paramount through each and every venture!

Alleta’s Uniform and Sportwear CC

Executive Council 2015 Shirts (XCO)

Atlantic Hotel

Namib Times Matric 2015 Jackets (Aletta)

Executive Council Charity Outreach With the financial success of each fund-raising project and huge support from the pupils of Duneside, the Executive Council gave back to the community of Walvis Bay to further uplift their community. The council allocated funds raised to various humanitarian and charity programs in Walvis Bay namely: The Cancer Association of Namibia (N$5 000); Walvis Bay Kids Haven (N$1 000) and The Kuisebmond Constituency (numerous items of cloths and food). The Executive Council is proud of their work and would like to thank all their fellow students for their contribution

The Kuisebmond Constituency

The Cancer Association of Namibia

Walvis Bay Kids Haven

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NAMIB TIMES 15 All of this is Namibian money. The Namibian listed assets available to invest this money in are listed in the following table in NAD:

Market report The NAD is pegged to the ZAR for a few good reasons In the press and on social media there have been calls for the Namibia dollar (NAD) to de-peg from the South African Rand (ZAR) due to the ZAR's recent depreciation. The question of why the Botswana Pula can be “on its own” is also asked often. In this newsletter we explore the reasons why the NAD remains to be pegged to the ZAR. Trade deficit Part of the value of a currency is determined by the demand for products exported from that country. Foreigners need NAD to buy our export products and Namibians need foreign currency to buy imported products. A currency strengthens when there is more demand for its products.

The Namibian current account surplus seen in the late-1990s and most of the 2000s switched to a deficit in 2008 and has recorded a shortfall since then. This trend is not expected to reverse soon. So capital leaves Namibia to buy these foreign goods and less capital flows back to buy Namibian goods.

Availability of local assets The other reason why capital leaves Namibia, is due to the scarcity of Namibian assets to buy. The capital in Namibian retirement funds and insurance assets exceeds NAD 135 billion.

The Pula Myth There is a prevailing myth in Namibia that the Pula is a free-floating currency, depegged from the ZAR. The arguments are that if the Botswana Pula can be “on its own”, why can the Namibian Dollar not be?

The exchange rate regime in Botswana is a crawling peg. This means that the exchange rate is pegged to its important trading partners. It is, therefore, tied to the ZAR and the Special Drawing Rights currencies or SDR. It is not “on its own” at all.

The SDR is a basket of currencies which is put together to reflect movements in the Pound Sterling, the US dollar, the Euro, Japanese Yen and recently the Chinese Yuan. Hence the effective exchange rate index is calculated based on a weighted average of these currencies. The appreciation or depreciation of the local currency (the Pula) will then vary in tandem with the changes in these currencies. One can see this in the below graph, how the value of the Pula falls between that of the ZAR and the SDR currency basket.

This means that more than NAD 90 billion has to find another home, because there are no assets, besides cash, for it to be invested in Namibia.

Emerging market exposure The next important point is that the value of the ZAR or NAD has a lot more to do with how much appetite foreign investors have for risky assets than what actually happens in SA. The basket of emerging markets like Brazil, Russia, India, China, Mexico, Iran, Colombia, Poland, Kenya and yes, South Africa is regarded as a “risky asset”. That means, when investors gets spooked for whatever reason (weak economic prospects, terrorist attacks anywhere, equity markets plummet, surprises in statistical data, unrest in the Middle East etc.) they withdraw from emerging markets and run to the “safe havens” of the US and Europe. The ZAR just gets swept along in the tide of foreigners selling off emerging market assets. See the below chart of emerging market currencies against the USD over the last 5 years. They all follow the same pattern, regardless of the individual factors in each country.

Namibian trading partners In terms of the current trade statistics data for 2015, it does not look like there is much point in pegging the NAD to any other currency. South Africa and Botswana (currency tied to ZAR) constitute 66.3% of Namibia's imports and 44.4% of our exports.

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Get your life back

Dear Candidate, We are growing and have the following career opportunities.

Please hand deliver your CV to J&B Estates, 149 Sam Nujoma Ave Walvis Bay before 1 March 2016.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Thursday at 18:30 at the Roman Catholic Church Swakopmund.

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“We Provide Homes” NOTICE CONSENT USES, ERECTION OF BUILDING AND USE OF LAND IN TERMS OF TOWN PLANNING SCHEME REGULATIONS Notice is hereby given in terms of Clause 6 of the Swakopmund Town Planning Scheme Regulations that the Town Council considers the following consent uses, erection of buildings and use of land, details of which are obtainable from the General Manager: Engineering Services.

Erf 15, (19 First Avenue) Vineta: Special permission for Building Height Relaxation from 8m to 10m.

Contact Person: Mr. A. van der Westhuizen (Manager: Town Planning) Tel: +264 (64) 4104403.

Any person having any objections to the proposed steps may lodge such objections, duly motivated in writing, with the Chief Executive Officer until 8 March 2016.

WALVIS BAY TOWN PLANNING SCHEME CONSENT: Place of Instruction (Day-Care Centre) ON ERF: 2487 TOWNSHIP: Walvis Bay STREET: Tom Swemmer Street.

In terms of the above-mentioned Scheme, notice is hereby given that I/we, undersigned, have applied to the Walvis Bay Municipality for permission to erect/establish a Day Care Centre on the site.

Plans may be inspected or particulars of this application may be obtained at Town Planning, First Floor, Rooms 101 & 119, Civic Centre.

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, Walvis Bay and undersigned, in writing, not later than 8 March 2016.

NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT(S): Sonia Grünschloss, P. O. Box 1880, Walvis Bay

VACANCY His House Care Centre in Walvis Bay has a vacancy for a

Registered Nurse Main Duties and Responsibilities: · General Nursing duties · Administering of medicines · Training of care givers · No Shifts or weekends Qualifications: · Qualified as Professional Registered Nurse · Currently registration with Namibian Nursing Board · Minimum of 5 years experience · Experience in geriatric care is advantageous · Fluent in English and Afrikaans (German added advantage) · Valid drivers license and own transport Personal Requirements: · Good interpersonal skills · Passionate about elderly people · Honest and reliable · Sober habits · High level of confidentiality · Namibian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Namibia Forward complete CV with references to: e-mail: hishouse@iway.na or fax to 088647240 Closing Date for Application: 3 March 2016 Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

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3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large open plan, 2 garages, yard, safe, near private school. N$1.6mil.

WE HAVE CLIENTS, WANTING TO PURCHASE: *Large house with 3 garages. *2 Bedroomed flats (4) *Family home on the beach.

Contact JP van der Walt: 081 127 2736 CAPRICORN ESTATES www.realestatesnamibia. com

TO LET Narraville Flat to let A big one-bedroom flat is immediately available to rent. The flat is situated at Pleinstreet 87 [behind Narraville Primary School] The flat has an open plan kitchen and sitting room. There are cupboards in the kitchen and in addition there is a gas stove. Big space in front of the flat for kids to play. N$3400 p/m [water included] Prepaid electricity installed.

Photo’s available on whatsapp.

Contact : 081 455 4176

FOR SALE SWAKOPMUND 3 Bed, 2 Bath Open Plan Kitchen/ Living Area, Indoor BBQ, Scullery/Laundry.

Guest & Outside Toilet Double Garage.

N$ 1 985 000-00 (CC Registered) SWAKOPMUND 3 Bed, 2 Bath, Kitchen, Lounge & Double Garage. PLUS: 2 Bed Flat.

N$ 2 400 000-00

FOR SALE Fine & Country Kuisebmond, New Development Fox Village 28 x 2 Bedroom units with parking area N$ 595 000.00 each Meersig Newly built 3 bedroom house 2 bathrooms, 1 guest toilet Open plan kitchen / lounge Double garage.

N$ 2 350 000.00 Henties Bay Plot for sale 559m² N$ 420 000.00 Arandis Plot for sale 450m² N$ 150 000.00 I am urgently looking for properties for sale and for rent in Walvis Bay. Contact Glenda: 081 147 5143

HENTIES BAY 4 Bed, 3 Bath with Indoor & Outside BBQ's & Double Garage.

N$ 1 365 000-00 SWAKOPMUND 1088m² Vacant Erf N$ 1 175 000-00 (CC Registered) TANIA 081 297 9704 +264 64 464 033 www.remax.na tania@remaxcoastline .com

PRIVATE SALE Swakopmund Near Ocean View Shell Newly build house with the option of a flat at back of erf. Erf 800sqm; Squares under roof = 300sqm. Main house 253 sqm; garage 47.7sqm. Four bedroom house, each with ensuite shower, toilette and hand washbasin rooms 4x4m.

Main bedroom 4m x 5.2m with dressing room with build in cupboards and big mirror. Main bathroom ensuite with corner bath, big shower, two handwash basins and toilette. Guest toilette and toilette for gardener. Open plan living/kitchen. Living area 7m x 9.6m.

Separate scullery.

Braai / family room 6m x 4m. Double garage 6x7m. Alarm system.

Main house already build.

Selling for N$2,65mil.

N$2,65mil.

OPTION 2!!!

Approved plans for flat with garage, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen/living, if interested wed can build it at an extra cost ± 78sqm.

Main house with garages and flat with garage totals 378sqm.

Selling for N$3mil.

Call: 081 128 4612 / 081 691 1368

TO LET - WALVIS BAY MEERSIG N$ 12 500 - Upmarket 3 Bed, 2 bath with double garage KUISEBMOND N$ 2 700 – Bachelor flat with own bathroom N$ 3 630 – 2bed,1bath flat INDUSTRIAL N$ 11 310 – 174m² warehouse with 1 office N$ 10 650 excl VAT – 71 m² Office 16 885 incl VAT – 260 m² Warehouse with office N$ 12 500 – office 145m² near syncrolift incl water N$ 66 500 excl VAT – New 1445m² warehouse with big offices N$ 10 890 excl VAT – 180m² Warehouse with 1 office N$ 100 010 excl VAT– 1953m² warehouse with 800 m² office appr 15 offices N$ 100 003 excl VAT– Appr 5000 m² warehouse / offices / yard sapce N$ 95 000 excl VAT– Appr 3000m² warehouse / offices/yard space Please call Rhoda 081 413 1313 Or Talitha 081 337 3669

SWAKOPMUND VINETA NEW RELEASE 6 x 3 bedroom houses on large erven Each for less than N$1,600,000 Take this opportunity to create your dream home.

Be Quick Christine 081 128 2402

FOR SALE: Karibib - Plot & Plan Very nice and modern 3 bedroom house, fitted kitchen, lounge, own erf, garage. Choose from different designs.

From N$ 520 000.00 Pamela: 081 237 0448 Nicolas: 081 470 5719

KUISEBMOND 2 x Townhouse for sale!

3 bed, 2 bath With Kitchen, Lounge & garage.

Boundary walls N$ 675 000.00 & N$ 705 000-00 Claudia 081 169 6227 Karibib Sole & Exclusive Mandate 127 freestanding 2 - 3 bed houses with or without garage.

Registration & completion in 12-18 months. Provide Your guarantee now and only pay in only 12 months and watch your investment grow interest free!!

Selling from N$ 450 000-00 Claudia 0811696227 Walvis Bay Industrial SOLE & EXCLUSIVE MANDATE Prime Warehouses for SALE OR TO RENT! Ranging from 165 - 412m² Selling from N$ 1 505 000-00 and renting from N$ 60-00 per m² excluding VAT, W & E. Don't delay, phone today!!

Claudia 081 169 6227 Walvis Bay This spacious 3 bed, 2 bath unit situated Centrally. Open plan kitchen to lounge Small courtyard & Single Garage Located in complex.

N$ 1 530 000-00 including furniture.

Claudia 081 169 6227 P.A.M TREE VILLAS SOLE & EXCLUSIVE MANDATE Free-standing houses located 5km from the Walvis Bay City Centre Choose your own house & plot!

Selling from N$ 615 000-00.

Claudia 0811696227

TO RENT: 1 room, kitchen, toilet, shower with geyser.

N$ 2 200.00 p/m Water incl.

Electricity is pre paid.

New NHE Kuisebmond Contact: 081 309 1912

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR

TO LET WAREHOUSES & OFFICES Office space behind Welwitchia Hospital @ N$5 4000 (Alarm System and Burglar Bars) Offices in Meersig (De Water Kant) N$6 050 – Pre Paid Electricity Offices in Meersig (De Water Kant) N$4 807.00 – Pre Paid Electricity

TO LET Swakopmund Garages/Storage rooms 56m². N$1600.00, excl VAT. Contact: 081 124 2915 / 064 462 276

WALVIS BAY 20 4505

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR

WAREHOUSES 160m² Newly build Warehouses – N$13 853 incl vat 188m² Newly build Warehouses – N$15 974 inl vat 159m² Warehouse + Office – N$9053.00 incl vat

TO RENT STUDIO APARTMENT Central Walvis Bay close to all amemties with a double garage and a big garden. Rent N$ 4800.00 p/m Deposit N$4800.00 Excluding electricity Available : 1st March 2016 Contact SHIPPIE 081 24 8783

Walvis Bay

PROPERTY IS WEALTH PROPERTY IS WEALTH PROPERTY IS WEALTH PROPERTY IS

Kuisebmund - Bachelor flat – N$2920 (water & electr incl - 1 bedroom flat – N$2904 - 2 bedr flat, 1 x bathroom, open plan kitchen / lounge.

N$3850 (Available 1 April)

TO LET Ocean View, Swakopmund Modern, Spacious & Quality 3 Bedroom House 3 En-suite bedrooms, Large Open plan living room & Dinning with inside braai, Kitchen Scullery, Guest bathroom & outside toilet Double Garage.

Very Good security with alarm & outside yard beams. Unfurnished N$11 500 p/m, excl water, negotiable Available 1st March 2016 Contact 081 147 5487

PROPERTY IS WEALTH PROPERTY IS WEALTH PROPERTY IS WEALTH PROPERTY IS

Walvis Bay TO LET - Longbeach – Fully furnished Seafront house, 4 bedr, 2 bathr, open plan kitchen / lounge, double garage. N$38 000.00 - Central – Newly build 2 bedr flat, 1 bathr, open plan kitchen / lounge, 1 garage.

N$6500 - Central – 2 bedr flat, 1 bathr, open plan kitchen / lounge, single garage.

N$6561 (Available 1 May) - Central –3 bedr townhouse 2 bathr, open plan kitchen / lounge, double garage.

N$8890

PROPERTY IS WEALTH

*Workshop and office space 114m² to rent as from 1st March 2016. *Warehouse and office space 445m² to rent as from 1st March 2016 Please contact Charmaine: Tel: 064 221 343

MEERSIG Modern 3 bedr duplex 2 bath double garage N$ 1 800 000 FAIRWAY ESTATE Beautiful position in quiet area. 3 bed. house 2 bathr, 3 garages N$ 1 890 000 cc Reg

Olga 081 853 1654

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR

WALVIS BAY – NEWTON COURT NEWLY BUILT 2 BED FLAT WITH SPACIOUS OPEN-PLAN LOUNGE/KITCHENWITH A SINGLE GARAGE. N$ 995 000-00 JOEY 0812780518 CLAUDIA 0811696227 Walvis Bay CBD – PRICE REDUCED!!

Sole & Exclusive Mandate Spacious 160m² 3 bed, 1 ½ bath townhouses.

A rare find at N$ 855 000-00 each!

Selling out fast – Only 5 left!

Claudia 081 169 6227 Joey 081 278 0518

One Bedroom Flat to Let in Walvis Bay, Hermes Area One bedroom with BIC Spacious Living room Bathroom with Shower Kitchen with BIC Built in Alarm No pets Sober habits Suitable for one or two persons only Rent: N$ 4,250.00 p/m + Deposit Including electricity Excluding Water Flat is in a safe & secure complex.

Available beginning of April 2016 Open for viewing after 17:00 during weekdays Contact 0811517474 / 0812712625

SOLE & EXCLUSIVE MANDATE HENTIES BAY "HUISIE BY DIE SEE" 139 FREESTANDING 2&3 BED HOUSES! CHOOSE FROM 4 DIFFERENT HOUSE TYPES TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS BEST! GET YOURS FROM ONLY N$ 500 850.00 Emily 081 293 0335

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PROPERTY TIMES Fine & Country Coastal Swakopmund To Let – Ocean View Modern 3 Bedroom House 3 Bathrooms Double Garages N$ 15,000 (neg) / month To Let – Mile 4 Fully Furnished 3 Bedroom Apartment Single Garage N$ 16,000 / month For Sale: Ocean View Newly Build & Modern 3 Bedroom House 3 Bathrooms Spacious Open Plan Kitchen / Lounge / Dining Scullery Double Garages N$ 2,2 Mil For Sale: Ocean View Newly Build 4 Bedroom House 3 Bathrooms Study Spacious Open Plan Kitchen / Lounge / Dining Double Garages N$ 2,7 Mil Walvis Bay: To Let – Walvis Bay Central Fully Furnished 3 Bedroom Apartment Single Garage N$ 9,900 / month For Sale Walvis Bay – Central 2 Bedroom Apartment Bathroom Kitchen Lounge Single Garage N$ 990,000 (x2) Sole & Exclusive Mandate: Walvis Bay – Fairway Estates Plot & Plan Urbane Double Storey 3 x 3 Bedroom Houses 3 Bathrooms N$ 2,3 Mil – N$ 2,5 Mil Contact: Hannelie @ 081 124 2292 Email: hannelie.s@fineandcount ry.com TO RENT: 55m² Office in Industrial Area, Newly renovated Double office with store room, kitchen, private toilet and reception area.

Immediately available N$ 3 800.00 p/m all included.

Contact Andre: 081 602 2981

Walvis Bay Meersig FOR RENT Luxurious Double Storey 3 bed Townhouses With designer open plan Kitchen, Lounge/ Dining Area, BIC, Indoor Bbq & Double Garage.

N$ 12 500-00p/m excl. W & E. Don't delay - phone today!

Talitha 0813373669 / +264 64 212 440

WANTED: We are urgently looking for houses, townhouses, flats for sale or to let!

For our clients Any price range Please contact us for prompt and efficient service.

Pamela: 081 237 0448 Nicolas: 081 470 5719

To Let Mondesa Hada ma /hao court Flats 1bedr,bathr, kitchen ranging from N$ 3500 -3700.00 W/L Incl 1person /young couple Lapaloma flats no 1 Bachelor flats N$ 2060.00 W/L Incl 1person Bachelor flat N$ 3650.00 W/L Incl 1person Mahetago Outside room with bathr N$ 2200.00 W/L Incl 1person 2Bedr house,bathr,open plan kitchen N$ 5500.00 W/L Incl Mile 4 Fully furnished 3bedr flat,3bathr (bic )in all bedrooms open plan kitchen, double garage N$ 12 000.00 W/L Excl All these properties are immediately available viewing can be secured on strictly appointments during office hours Mondays to Fridays.

Call Tel: 064-402112 Fax: 064-403396 Matty: 081 244 6995

TO RENT: 1 bedroom flat with own shower. Available for rent ASAP in Kuisebmond, near Independence Beach.

N$ 2 000.00 p/m W/E incl.

Deposit N$ 1 000.00 Contact: 081 211 7804 TE HUUR: Narraville 1 slaapkamer woonstel te huur Oop plan kombuis + badkamer, diefwerings, sekuriteits deur N$ 3 000.00 p/m Geen deposito.

W/L ingsl.

Vir enkel persone of twee.

Kontak: 081 327 9800 To Let: Huis Palms Old Age Home One bedroom flat with enclosed courtyard, water and electricity included.

One bachelors flat with enclosed courtyard, water and electricity included.

Contact 081 203 3437 / 081 128 8875

Walvis Bay 1½ Bedroom flat for rent for N$4 800.00 p/m No pets. Single Garage for small car.

Prepaid electricity. Water excluded.

Suitable for single person or senior couple.

Available immediately 081 454 9300. "'TO LET - Ocean View, Swakopmund " Modern, Spacious & Quality 3 Bedroom House 3 En-suite bedrooms, Large Open plan living room & Dinning with inside braai, Kitchen, Scullery, Guest bathroom & outside toilet Double Garage.

Very Good security with alarm & outside yard beams.

Unfurnished - N$11 500 p/m, excl water, negotiable Available 1st March 2016 Contact 081 147 5487 TO RENT: Omgulugombashe Circle House no 4584 1 bedroom flat N$ 2 700.00 p/m N$ 2 900.00 W/E incl.

Contact: 081 236 0908 TO RENT: Swakopmund 3 bedroom house, 2 bathrooms, kitchen with BIC and stove, dining room, living room, laundry room. Huge erf that would be great for a family with kids and pets.

Tandem garage, secure neighbourhood.

Vineta, Swakopmund.

N$ 9 500.00 p/m Contact: 081 856 3916 TO RENT: 1 Bachelor flat available consist of 1x bedroom. 1x toilet & shower.

Alarm system and spacious parking area.

Located in Fairways, Suburb in Town.

N$ 3 500.00 p/m Including water.

Electricity pre paid.

Deposit negotiable.

Florence: 081 760 1704 Hadley: 081 246 5411 TE HUUR: Enkel persoon Geen diere + kindrs W/L ingsl.

N$ 3 800.00 p/m Meersig.

Kontak: 081 311 2692 081 285 9657 TO RENT: Bachelor flat available for rent in Narraville Own toilet and shower Its own open plan N$ 3 000.00 p/m W/E incl.

N$ 1 000.00 deposit N$ 250.00 extra for a garage Available as from 1 March Contact: 081 124 8493 TO RENT: Bachelors flat for rent Meersig, Walvis Bay W/E incl.

N$ 3 000.00 p/m Contact: 081 658 8889

TO RENT: Walvis Bay 2 bedroom flat with cupboards.

Open plan sitting room with kitchen and bathroom.

Small courtyard with interlocks. No garage. But have an open space parking at the back.

W/E incl.

N$ 6 000.00 p/m N$ 4 000.00 deposito Can be arranged over 2 months Contact: 081 376 2436 064 220 948 TO RENT: Walvis Bay, Office space / two bedroom flat Great location! neat 2 bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, open plan sit/lounge. Indoor braai.

Remote garage and gate.

Alarm system. Pre paid electricity.

Water excl.

Sorry no children.

Furnished flat Price on request Unfurnished N$ 7 000.00 p/m Plus deposit Contact: 081 250 4694 203 342

CARS FOR SALE 2014 Toyota Hilux Xtra Cab, 38 000 km Lots of extras N$ 360 000 Call: 0812055520

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

CRAZY SALE 2nd Hand Shop We buy and sell anything of value only ID required 0811475475 0811475333 064220387 bayauctions@iway.na

FIND US @ 97 Sam Nujoma Str Walvis Bay

FOR SALE: 1x Gas stoof N$ 8 000.00 1x Dubbel Bed N$ 2 000.00 1x Lolly masjien N$ 9 000.00 2x Lesenaars N$ 300.00 / N$ 500.00 1x Toonbank / kombuis kas N$ 2 000.00 1x Langsmal linnekas N$ 300.00 1x bank N$ 300.00 1x Deepfreezer N$ 3 000.00 Soek ook iemand vir Franse Poedel Kontak: 081 203 3343

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Mirco light Quad city challenger ii: 2 seater Airframe; 60 hours Engine: 60 hours Rotax 503 Stall speed: 43 mph (2up) Cruise: 85 Mph Vne: 100 mph Display: Stratomaster Radio MGL V10 All paperwork up to date: Endurance 3.5 hours N$120 000.00 Contact: 081 124 8283 / 081 335 0015

VACANCIES

VACANCIES

VACANCY:Are you interested in driving a taxi on contract. Once contract ends you keep the car.

Contact: 081 249 5707

WANTED: Junior IT Coordinator Must be computer literate, with comprehensive knowledge of all computer equipment (PC & Mac), managing domains, restoring data and troubleshooting workstations.

Must be able to build and maintain databases, website, provide client support, manage servers, create networks and more.

Must be fluent in English and German will be an advantage.

A working knowledge of photo processing and image database organisation, as well as a Diploma in IT, with 2 years work, experience will be an advantage.

Please send applications with full CV to: cv@imwe.com.na before the 12th March 2016 to start work if chosen on 1st April 2016

Looking for long distance truck driver.

Requirements: Code CE and PDP Sober habits Minimum of 5 years experience driving Scania with interlink trailer Mechanical knowledge will be an advantage Please send CV with References to waterbay@iway.na VACANCY: Taxi Driver needed as soon as possible.

Call: 064 220 236

FORSALE 6m Container FORSALE N$12,000 in Swakopmund Contact: Joubert 081 127 4697

HOUSEHOLD/ FURNITURE FOR SALE 1 x KIC 210lt Fridge 1 x Electronic keyborad 1 x Rotel travel cooler & warmer 12v &lt capacity.

1 x L.G. Airconditioner 1 x Chip-Fryer Professional 1 x Shower Atachemnt new in the box 1 x Poloni Slicer Professional 1 x Nokia Asha 303 Touch Phone Contact 081 567 4522

This 'n That We buy and sell second hand & new furniture and household appliances.

We offer good money on quality.

Sam Nujoma Town Square.

La Paloma Building Walvis Bay. Els 081 255 5809 or Lawrence 081 324 1285.

WANTED: Looking for reliable & energetic male and female with Grade 8/12 who are interested in selling Hollard Policies in Swakopmund and Arandis.

Contact: 081 330 3169 REE Field Services CC We are looking for an Boiler maker with at least 5 years' experience and must be willing to work at the coast.

Email CV to adminree@iway.na or Fax to 064 - 200732 Vacancy: Sales Position in Swakopmund Dynamic Company in Swakopmund looking for a Salesman.

Specifications: -Must be a Namibian -Must have a valid driver license -Knowledge of pastel will be a advantage -Knowledge of electrical material will be an advantage -Good people skills -Must be able to work under pressure Please e-mail your CV and a copy of your ID to hr.walvisbay@gmail.co m Closing date: 29 February 2016

VACANCIES We are looking for a technician for Automation of garage doors & Roller Shutters.

Minimum requirements: 1 year experience.

English & afrikaans (Read & Write).

Email CV to: loukonbr@gmail.com WANTED AFRORES & TRINIDAD CONTRACTOR NAMIBIA is looking for an Office Administrator. Duties include general admin, stock control, Issue of PPE and more. Email Cv’s to documents@afrores. co.za

Name: Micro Electronic Engineer Type: Contract Closing Date: ASAP Availability: ASAP Location: Walvis Bay Salary: Market related Qualifications: Micro Electronic Degree Experience: 15 years Skills Required: Micro Electronics knowledge, advanced IT Knowledge, all types of Gambling machine Programing and Repairs, Good Communication skills, Customer service, Team work, work extra hours, Flexible and willing to relocate, respect safety.

Contact: Izzy Haishonga / Mike Haishonga, +264 64 200024

Sylver Engineering CC 2 x Diesel Mechanic Location: Walvis Bay Qualification: Valid and registered Trade Certificate Experience: 5 Years experience in Marine Industry Language requirements: English and Spanish (read and write) Skills required: Willing to work overtime, Work under pressure, Good communication skills, people skills, excellent customer service, Handson attitude Responsibilities: Estimations, Job Costing, Overhauling of engines, repairing of fuel separators, reconditioning of Turbo's, Governor, water pumps, cylinder heads, liners, gearbox & fuel pumps and injectors.

Fault finding on machines Market Related Salary Closing date: 8 March 2016 Email:grandjp@iway.na We are looking for a Receptionist in the construction industry.

Must have previous experience and knowledge of Quick books Vibrant personality.

Call: 081 678 9299

TO HIRE TO RENT: Looking for a taxi licenst to rent as from 1 March 2016.

Contact: 081 249 5707 Tipper Truck for hire 10 m 3 Tipper Truck for hire Contact Kenny: 081 158 3299 TO RENT: 6m containers to rent Phone Chandre / Nicole / Bonita 064 209 166 064 209 167

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Classifieds E-MAIL: smalls@namibtimes.net OR shene@namibtimes.net

NOTICES “HOLY ROSARY”

Roman Catholic Church Swakopmund HL Mass Every Saturday 18:00

GEBED

Vir enige gebed wat u nodig het 24-uur per dag 7 Dae per week Kontak: PETRUS KLEIN 081 417 5441 GARAGE SALE Saturday 27/02 from 09:00 Camping and kitchen gear, books, woman clothes 71 Sam Nujoma Avenue Contact: 081 828 3713 VRYHEID IN JESUS CHRISTUS BEDIENING Handeling 16.31 Hulle antwoord hom glo in die Here Jesus en jy sal gerêd word, jy en jou huisgesin.

Vir geëstelike hulp en berading.

Kontak: 081 306 5140

TRAINING NAIL TRAINING SNT Offer a high quality nail training 3 days training N$ 1 500.00 with full kit & certificate UV machine incl.

Start your business upon completing the course.

We sell all colour gel and clear gel and nail products We do nails too.

Book your space now!

Quality at its best!

Contact: 081 233 2893

EDUCATION Presenting homework assistance for grade 1 till 7.

Location: Hermes, Walvis Bay Monday till Thursday (Fridays is optional) Time: 13:30 - 17:15 We provide homework assistance and help with subjects regarding what the child is struggling with. Assistance with study techniques, summarizing, assignments, and orals.

Contact me by: 081 359 7626

CLOSING TIME: 10:00 day prior to publication

EDUCATION

SERVICES

SERVICES

SERVICES

SERVICES

SERVICES

MATHEMATICS & ACCOUNTING TUTOR CLASSES At Kuisebmond NAMSOV centre Accounting Gr 9 - 10 Mondays (15:00 - 17:00) Mathematics Gr 10 - 12 Wednesdays (15:00-17:00) Cost per subject: N$ 200.00 per day Contact Acc: 081 262 6055 Math: 081 322 2828 Starting date 29 February

KUS RENOVATIONS Call: 081 560 0292 Henk: Renovate of buildings Tilling painting Wood pacisides Carports Plumbing free quotations no job is too small.

TRADITIONAL DOCTOR Dr Lovemore Banda The Old Man Walvis Bay, Now Oupa Ben Banda, specializing in various problems and diseases... lost lovers to come back.

Protection of houses and bodies from witch craft, removal of any type of bad luck, complicated of court cases, binding your lover to be yours only.

Promotion at work, to get a new job, win contracts, to have more power during sex.

Pregnancy problems, all types of diseases except HIV. Come and see wonderful miracles happening in your life.

Your life will never regret.

Contact: Oupa Ben Banda 081 764 6937 Consultation fee is N$100.00.

TRADITIONAL DOCTOR DR. CHIMBO ANNAN. For the first time he is here in Walvis Bay (Namport) with very powerful medicine for any type of problems: Did you know that problems has an expiry date?

This is your time to finish up your problems.

Dr. Chimbo is challenging for penis enlargement, to win casino, love problems, to get a new job promotion, wife/husband to be yours alone, bring back lost lover, clean out bad luck, to be liked with people, to win serious court cases, protec-tion of witches, to win tenders and many more...

Contact 081 305 2058 you will never regret with Dr.Chimbo BP & Diabetes welcome....

SWAKOPMUND TRANSPORT SERVICES Do you have a load? I HAVE A TRUCK!!!

Whether you are moving or have rumble or rubbish at your house, delivery of goods, we go where you go.

Contact: 081 595 1433 / 081 286 8685

DR MISOYA Traditional Doctor Old Malawian man is in Namibia for the first time Specializing in problems and diseases.

Removal of bad luck, lost over to come back in 4 days Removal of bad luck Complicated court cases Binding your lover to be yours only Job and promotions Wining tenders and contracts To write of debts Pregnancy problems Projection of houses and body from witchcraft Rejuvinate mens power during weak erection Gambling, penis enlargement All types of diseases.

We don't try “but we just do it” Contact the Old man: 081 359 9319

Lindley Education Presents High School Math and Accounting Extra Classes Grade 8-12 WE DO OUR BEST TO MAKE SURE KIDS PASS THE TEST happytohelp@lindleye ducation.com 081 497 2195 www.lindleyeducation.com

Traditional Doctor Mama Fatima Is here to help with problems like, get a job, bring back lost lover, court cases, man power, take out bad luck, job promotion, tightening virgin. Mama Fatima is here to help you with real tradition medicine, pregnancy.

Just call: 081 363 2967 VALUATION SERVICES OFFERED: Both Property & Commercial Also for Insurance valuation 40 years experience M. Mansfeld: 064 461 075 081 127 6169

COURSES NAHOTA HOTEL SCHOOL Vocational Hospitality Certificate Courses: · Waiters/Waitresses · Hotel Barmen/Bar lady · Cleaner/Housekeeper Each 2xMonths N$2000 · Events Décor (Practical) Only 1xMonth N$3000 · Chef/Food Preparation · Receptionist / Front Office Each 3xMonths N$5000 No Qualification needed open for everyone.

Full time, Part time, Distance Class: Morning & Evening Register anytime: 50% deposit & I.D Copy.

SMS your name and the course to 081 462 8224

COURSES PPT & BEAUTY CENTER IN HAIR LOUNGE Walvis Bay Special every Monday and Thursday Manicure overlay gel N$ 100.00 Pedicure gel N$ 70.00 Eyelashes N$ 100.00 Eyebrow tint & shape N$ 50.00 Nail training N$ 1 200.00 Eyelashes training N$ 700.00 Includes kits & certificates We sell on wholesale/retail Virgin brazilian hair.

Nails products & indian wear. Available upon orders only We are in Town next to Swakop Sport Hair Lounge We do all types of hairstyles Call Betty: 081 605 9205 064 221 940

TRADITIONAL DOCTOR: Dr. S Jeke (The Best).

Bad Luck - Luck Muti Love Problems Marriage to keep your lover just for yourself Work problems Promotions - To get tenders and to boost your business - People don’t want to pay you back Pregnancy Problems Protection of Farms, Houses, Cars and Animals - Sexual transmitted sickness - all sickness Asthma, BP Remove to-koloshi from bodies, houses - Men’s power se-xuality Spiritual doctors in need of more spiritual powers, etc.

House Nr.(79) 3191D Johanna Benson Street Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay. Cell: 081 303 3149.

TRADITIONAL DOCTOR KALENGA: He can help you through: Pregnancy - Education Court Cases - Love Affairs - Marriage Problems - Bad Luck - Businesses - Protection at Home - Removal of Tokoloshi - Mens’ Power Sexuality - Exams Job Problems etc.

Walvis Bay & Swakopmund.

Cell:081 201 7887.

OFFICE & HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE REMOVAL SPECIALISTS Over Namibia Household & Office.

Mobile: 0814093522 email: neilnkt@iway.na

WANT TO BE YOUR OWN BOSS??

Now is the right time!!!

Let us do your: !Company registration !Business plan !Financial projections !Loan applications !(DBN, SME, BANK etc..) !Tax solutions !Tender documents !Good standing / fitness certificates and so much more...

Call the Professional business Consultants 081 144 2738 064 207 897 COASTAL BUILDING SPECIALISTS: For all your: !Building construction !Renovations !Project costing (bill of quanities) !concrete mixer rental (N$ 200/d) Contact: 081 365 1917 081 699 2441 WC CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATION We offer: - Construction - Painting - Paving - Slasto - Lapas - Plumbing - Tiling - Electrical and all types of roof structures - Maintenance on all buildings & structures 24/7 service Contact: 081 211 6686 064-205470

VEHICLE ASSIST No Queues, No Stress !Natis Consultant !Vehicle Service !Rust Proofing Contact Angelo: 081 498 6051 Email: vla.namibia@gmail.com

EUGENE CONSTRUCTION + RENOVATION + INTERLOCKING We specialize in house renovations+ interlocking For quotations Eugene: 081 705 5147 Best price in Town EUGENE SHUTTLE & TRANSFERS Walvis Bay Swakopmund We specialize in: -Daily shuttle Walvis Bay - Swakop - Whk -Shuttle Walvis Bay Swk working class - Private transfers in and around Namibia - Airport transfers Walvis Bay Airport & Whk International Booking essential Contact: 081 705 5147 EUGENE “Safe, Reliable, Comfortable” JJC Renovations & Electrical 24/7 Walvis Bay Johan 081 471 6553 Computers & Surveillance Support for hardware, software and network problems.

Supply and installation of surveillance equipment (CCTV).

Marius 081 766 6524 TRADITIONAL DOCTOR - PHIRI: Powerful doctor with spiritual powers. helps with witchcraft problems, helps remove evils, tokolosh. Helps diseases.

Pregnancy problems.

Brings back your lost lovers, Marriages, Court cases, Penis enlargement, Business booster, Customer attraction, protection of property. revenge and send back the witches to the owners.

Call Dr Phiri: 081 716 4758

H.S Aluminium Glass & Steel worx cc For all your aluminium needs such as; windows & doors garage doors; gates (all sizes) etc.

For all your steel worx: handrails, balcony rails ballustrades Henne: 081 276 7661 Office: 064 200 802 Email: hsalusteel@iway.na

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We are not throwing in the towel: Jacobs It was disappointing to collect only two points over the weekend but they have not thrown in the towel in the Namibia Premier League (NPL) title race, Black Africa coach Woody Jacobs says.

Jacobs said this on Sunday after his team played to a goalless draw with Tura Magic at the Sam Nujoma Stadium. On Saturday they also drew 2-2 against UNAM. Black Africa are currently nine points behind current NPL log leader Tigers, who are on 51 points from 21 NPL games played thus far, while Black Africa are on 42 points from the same amount of games.

Speaking to the media after his team's clash against Tura Magic, Jacobs said the pressure is mounting on them and it is beginning to affect his players' performance on the field of play.

“We played two strong teams over the weekend and collecting two points is a disappointing result, but we need to respect our opponents who also came to the games well prepared.

“I think the pressure is mounting on us and it is about time we stop putting this much pressure on the players so they can start enjoying the game. We are continuously telling them to win so we can reduce the deficit with Tigers, and that is really putting them under pressure. Credit should also be given to them for giving it their best every time they

step onto the field,” said Jacobs.

He added that with nine games still left in the NPL a lot of things can happen and Black Africa can close the gap plus win the title possibly in the last games if the team's fortunes change in the upcoming games.

“We still have 27 points to play for in the remaining nine games and the coming weekend will be very crucial for us because we are playing Tigers, the log leaders, and then Africa Stars, the current defending champions.

“If we are to still have hope of winning the league, we then need to start collecting maximum points starting next week and closing the gap with Tigers. I want my players to start enjoying themselves on the field and the results will come,” he reiterated.

Tigers are the only team in the NPL to have not lost one of the last 21 games they have played. The team drew six times and won 15 of their games.

This coming weekend they will face another title contender Black Africa on Saturday at the Sam Nujoma Stadium.

Another opponent that Black Africa will be playing over the weekend of 27 and 28 February will be NPL defending champions African Stars on Sunday. Stars are currently fourth on the log with 29 points from 20 games.

(NAMPA)

Walvis Bay Private High School

Narraville Primary School Inter-house Athletics On Friday 12 and Saturday 13 February the Narraville Primary School held their annual Inter-house Athletics on the school grounds.

The Inter-house Athletics was a huge success. The teams gained the following points: Blue team 828, Red team 920, Yellow team 935 and the Green team 1 001 (winners). We want to thank the following people who contributed to the success of both the days: All parents for their support and contribution, the Schoolboard members for their involvement, the teachers for their commitment and the learners for their participation. The School Team is announced and they will be part of the Zonal competition on 5 March in Swakopmund. Please parents, let us go to the Zonals and support our team – they are all winners.

Best Boy and Girl in age group: Front row (fltr) U/6 Marchelo van Wyk and Emurelda Kambanda, U/7 Miché Maree and Jossandro Hudson, U/8 Raquel Hardnick and Stefan Kamulu, U/9 Baron van Wyk and Winnelee Oliver. Back row (fltr) U/10 JayMay Croza and Ruan van den Heever, U/11 Michelle Maclobo and Abisai Shatonaka, U/12 Nelly Sheehama and Rozario Combrinck (absent), U/13 Amy Maclobo and Esau Kayata. Open: Ntomzanelle Bacela and Ashley Maclobo.

Congratulations to each athlete for achieving these wonderful awards. Well done! Thank you to each supporter, parent and staff member for a wonderful Interhouse Athletics meeting.

PRIMARY SCHOOL Girls u/7 - Alisha Derks Boys u/7 - Gino Cloete Girls u/8 - Simoné van der Merwe Boys u/8 - Guanito Noble Girls u/9 - Cheyenne Turner Boys u/9 - Cristiano Bampton Girls u/10 - Cayla Fourie Boys u/10 - Zander Julie Girls u/11 - Britney Botha Boys u/11 - Ian Steyn Girls u/12 - Jade Fourie Boy u/12 - Jurenzo Julius Girls u/13 - Janique Buys Boys u/13 - Drian Derks Best field item: Throws - Luaan Karsten Best field item: Jumps - MeaganLouise le Roux Beste track item: Juanito Noble Junior Victrix Ludorum - Alisha Derks Junior Victor Ludorum - Guanito Noble Senior Victrix Ludorum - Janique Buys Senior Victor Ludorum - Drian Derks Winning Team for Junior & Senior Primary: DOLPHINS

(Fltr) Junior Victrix Ludorum -Raquel Hardnick, Junior Victor Ludorum-Stefan Kamulu, Senior Victrix Ludorum-Amy Maclobo and Senior Victor Ludorum-Esau Kayata

Last week for our competition

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Rossmund Golf News

Send your sports news to sport@namibtimes.net Winners of Club sponsored Betterball Stableford, Marina Loubser; Zelda Nel; Achmet Abrahams; Fanus Jordaan(Acting RGC Cpt): Willie Van Zyl; Kevin Wentzel; Warren Theron

Saturday we played a Betterball Stableford Competition, and it just goes to show how popular this format is with the players, both young and old as a field of 36 players took to the fairways in excellent golfing weather conditions.

Inline Hockey Youth Development Camp and Goalie Clinic Over the weekend, thirty-eight young inline hockey players from the various clubs across the country attended the first Youth Development Camp of the year.

It was held at the Swakopmund Indoor Sport Centre and run by Matt Wojcik, the Kamikaze Club coach, assisted by Brian Sobel, the Coastal Pirates Club coach and Namibia's Head Coach. The focus was on improving skating skills, puck handling and shooting abilities. Aside from learning a great deal, the kids also enjoyed playing the various games designed to improve their abilities, and got to know kids from the other clubs. At the same time, on the second court, seventeen goalies of varying skill levels from beginners to advanced Namibian national team players, attended a Goalie Clinic.

This was run by Nick Marrone, who has recently arrived from America to be the coach for the Scorpions Club in Otjiwarongo. He has years of experience in goalie training and is a goaltender himself. Focusing on each individual's ability, he helped to develop and refine their skills, improving agility and hand-eye co-ordination, and training the mind and body, by means of repetition, to develop sound muscle memory.

Rukoro suspension lifted The suspension of Namibia Football Association (NFA) SecretaryGeneral Barry Rukoro has been lifted by the NFA Executive Committee.

The decision was taken during an NFA executive committee meeting held in the capital on Saturday.

NFA president Frans Mbidi suspended Rukoro on 10 February, citing gross insubordination. A media statement issued on the same day as Rukoro's suspension said it would be in place until the disciplinary process was completed. A statement availed to Nampa on Saturday said the executive committee deliberated on the suspension of the SG and decided to lift the suspension with immediate effect. It said the NFA will follow the internal disciplinary procedures to determine the magnitude of Rukoro's alleged transgression, as stated by the president, to pave the way forward.

(NAMPA)

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Narraville Primary School

Walvis Bay Private High School

During the prize-giving Fanus welcomed the visitors from across the river (especially Kevin who was celebrating a birthday that cost him a bob or two) plus the ladies quartet who made their fair share of the clubhouse buzz and ended up being the last to go home. We had 2 x 2-clubs from Marco Swarts and Bertie Saunderson both on Number 3. Scores were close and count outs were needed. Winners - Willie van Zyl/Kevin Wentzel 42pts; 2nd, Zelda Nel/Marina Loubser 41pts; 3rd, Achmet Abrahams/Warren Theron 40 pts (c/o). Thanks again to all the players for supporting the club.

Sunday was the Monthly SAGES Competition, sponsored this time around by Cornerstone Guesthouse, with Pete Bassingthwaighte being on hand to assist at the prize-giving. As always with the "ou manne" the field was good, early bird catches the worm, or something like that. Tony Boesch surprised himself by winning the competition on 37pts after having been 4 over par thru the first 5 holes he finished his round at 1 under par. Well done Tony, you are a master at the game. Results - Nearest to the Pin on No 7, Mark; No12, Willie. Winners Tony 37pts; 2nd, Werner winning the count out over Bertie and Mark on 35pts; 5th, Hans winning the count out over Chris and Willie on 33pts. Thanks again Pete and Margot for your ongoing support of SAGES. The AGM took place after the competition.

The following committee was elected for 2016 – Chairman, Achmet; Secretary/Treasurer, Mark; Additional Members, Lynne and Bertie.

We had a good number of golfers enjoying themselves out on the course on Wednesday 10 February - the day was sponsored by Fritz Coetzee/ Prestige Accounting with some excellent Spar Vouchers on offer. Rina Knight took home the 9 hole prize with a well-played 18pts over the back nine.

The 18 hole prizes went to Bertie Saunderson with 36pts and Athol McLean on 35pts winning on a count out from Tony Boesch.

On Saturday 13 February there was a small turnout for the Club sponsored Individual Stableford Competition. There was only one 2-club

by Marco on Number 3 but unfortunately he forgot to enter. Desmond Benson was the winner with Bertie Saunderson coming in second, winning the count out over George Murasiki.

On Wednesday 17 February the turnout was good with a few players joining us from across the river.

The sponsor was Marco Swarts/Proshop. It was great to see our cricketing star, Fritz Coezee Jnr back on the course as well as Andre Schmidlin after a successful performance at the U19 Cricket World Cup. Our 9 hole winner this week was Eddie Van Wyk with a great 21pts over the front nine whilst first prize in the 18 hole competition went to Joggie van Schalkwyk with 38pts - second spot went to Willie van Zyl, 37pts - winner on a count out from Athol McLean.

Coming Events: Wednesday 24 February sponsor Ruheleben Olive Oil/Olives/Coral van der Plas. Saturday 27 February we will play the Monthly Medal sponsored by Novanam.

NAGU Fees 2016 - There are still a number of players who have not paid. Those who wish to keep their names on the handicap system should please make their payment of N$300 on or before Saturday 27 February, failing which your name will be deleted. Please contact Bill Birch at 081 275 7656 or Lynne van der Walt at 081 129 7762 should you have any questions or wish to make arrangements.

Thought for the week: "Every day I try to tell myself this is going to be fun today. I try to put myself in a great frame of mind before I go out - then I screw it up with the first shot".