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Photo contributed Eba Kandovazu and that professional hunters, master hunting guides andAN attempt by members of the banned United Democratic Party (UDP) to referred to an earlier incident A MEETING between the hunting guides should engagestoke new fires of unrest from the embers of the failed 1999 Caprivi rebel- of incitement when a group Namibia Professional Hunt- in the ministry’s annual eth-lion failed, leading to the arrest of six ringleaders at an illegal meeting just representing Dukwe refugees ing Association (NAPHA) ics course, where attendantsoutside of Katima Mulilo on Sunday. also agitated for the secession and environment minister, would be given credit points. of the Zambezi Region. Pohamba Shifeta, yesterday Eba Kandovazu enforce the ban of the activities police will not allow the consti- concluded that trophy hunters “This point system could of the UDP which changed its tutional rights of any Namibian The UDP members at their can still post pictures of dead serve as a penalising system,The six, Aldrin Mahulilo, name to the Caprivi Concerned being threatened by groups, meeting at Liselo village, some animals on social media. where points could beBraster Kakula, Chrispin Kaku- Group to evade the restrictions however small they might 10 kilometers outside Katima deducted by the ministryla, Event Linyando, Edwin placed on the banned rebels. seem,” said Ndeitunga. Mulilo, demanded the prosecu- This is despite Shifeta’s for any transgressions bySamati and Thomas Mulonga One of the alleged rebels is tion of the arresting officers of public announcement a week the participants. If a certainwere separated to different a member of the Namibian The six accused, using the the first secessionists in 1999 ago that the revised national amount of points are not ob-holding cells in Katima Mulilo, Defence Force, while another is urban Katima Mulilo town as in which a civilian was killed policy on human wildlife tained, such hunter or guideKongola in the Western Caprivi a teacher and one a government cover to organise themselves, when an ill-equipped group conflict management will cannot register for a year. Weand Ngoma in the Eastern driver. Ndeitunga said the in- were warned in an earlier letter stormed the NBC. not allow people to post also propose a generic wellCaprivi after they were denied tention is to expose and unravel by Ndeitunga denying their pictures with dead animals worded professional write-upbail. the group, which is now just a request to hold a meeting at the The suspects will return to on social media and other that can serve as a response “rabble”. town. He at the time warned court on 20 September for the public platforms. Shifeta on any criticism on hunting The Inspector-General of the them to desist from their status on further investigations said the ministry is work- on social media platforms.Namibian Police, Lieutenant “Namibia is a unitary state activities as it might disturb and legal representation. ing on repealing the Nature We will never succumb toGeneral Sebastian Ndeitunga, to which the leaders like the the peace and reminded them Conservation Ordinance pressure from anyone to stopsaid he is in Katima Mulilo to exiled Mishake Muyongo were that the UDP is not a recog- Magistrate Boyd Namushin- 4 of 1975, to prohibit and advertising our services, constitutional signatories. The nised, nor registered party. He ga is presiding, with Esther punish people posting such wildlife and country by way Japheth prosecuting. pictures. NAPHA President, of legal hunting,” Van der Danene van der Westhuyzen, Westhyzen said. The suspects range between confirmed that the implemen- the ages of 34 and 46. tation of the condition on the Environment ministry restriction of the posting of spokesperson, Romeo Mu- images of trophy animals on yunda, said that the social social media is for now on media ban currently has no hold until the ministry pro- legal bearing, but that the poses guidelines for ethical condition will be attached marketing practices for the to the new hunting permits. hunting community. He stated that hunters who violate the condition will be This follows widespread backlisted for future hunting concern by disgruntled permits. “This is a moral hunters, as well as public issue. Posting dead animals criticism for the suggestion is in no way regarded as an made by Shifeta. 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2 NEWS 12 July - 18 July 2018IUNSSETPELAADSOTFICCASHElectronicbanking toreducecrimerisk FNB accused thief denies guilt despite CCTV evidence Maria DavidRISK: Tourists at the Etosha entrance. Photo contributed THE Oshakati Magistrate's Court has postponed the bail application hear-WITH crimes like robbery and theft perpetrated against tic clients to make use of alternative ing of a First National Bank (FNB)tourists visiting Namibia on the increase, Namibia Wildlife payment methods as this reduces their Oshakati branch employee, who hasResorts (NWR), as one of the main stakeholders in the transactional costs as well as the risk been accused of stealing N$800 000tourism industry, has introduced new measures to mini- of theft,\" she said. According to Horn, in cash from the bank.mise risk to visitors. with the increase of tourists travelling to the country's main tourist attrac- George Shivute, 29, who is em- Niël Terblanché barked on this campaign after noting tions and establishments, the NWR ployed as an ATM custodian at the PLEADING IGNORANCE: George the risks associated with carrying cash team is working tirelessly to ensure Oshakati main branch, was arrested Shivute. Photo: Maria DavidNWR has started a sensitisation around to make payments, as well that there are sufficient card terminal on 26 June on a charge of theft andcampaign to encourage tourists to as an increase in crimes perpetrated points where payments can be done. made his second court appearance onmake use of debit or credit cards when against visitors, said NWR Chief Wednesday for a formal bail hearing.making payments for bookings or Financial Officer, Talita Horn. \"We hope that with these terminalsany services provided at the facilities and pay points being placed at critical Shivute appeared before Oshakatiunder its management. \"We do realise that we cannot areas, our visitors will never have to Magistrate Liwena Walter Mikiti entirely operate without cash being carry cash to make use of our services on a charge of theft and attempting The state owned enterprise em- a means of payment, but we would or any purchases at our camps or re- to obstruct the course of justice and encourage international and domes- sorts,\" said NWR Information Officer, pleaded not guilty on the said charg- Martin Kantika. es. According to Shivute, he was not aware of the crime he had committed and does not understand what he has done wrong. Shivute denied tempering with the CC Camera kept in the ATM room, despite camera footage seen by the investigating officer showing otherwise. Prosecutor Mpule Siyomunji said that investigations are still ongoing. She, however, requested that no bail be given to Shivute due to the seriousness of the matter and because the accused might interfere with investigations. Mikiti postponed the bail judgment to Friday, with bail request submission set for Thursday. Defence lawyer, Marcia Amupolo, requested Shivute to be released, stating that there is no strong case against the accused. Public input needed for oil drilling Niël Terblanché EXPLORER: The Ocean Rig Poseidon. 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12 July - 18 July 2018 NEWS 3 CAPITAL: Meatco is ready ex- SLAETNDFOCRONOCFETROBENERCEVexing, complex and emotive matter port. Photo contributed THE second Land Conference, which was last year post- and the entire month of July will be land conference, Khomas governor, poned, is set to take place in October – 27 years after the dedicated to regional conferences, Laura McLeod Katjirua, said thatNamibian first one was held in 1991. where stakeholders will be given the land has been a fundamental issue inbeef to hit opportunity to present their position the struggle for liberation and is theUS shelves Marthina K Mutanga high level coordinating committee papers. fundamental basis of all wealth. She made up of 32 members from and noted that power is the ownership and Eba Kandovazu According to Prime Minister, Saara consisting of people from govern- The upcoming conference will acquisition of leasehold title to land. Kuugongelwa- Amadhila, after ment, farmers’ unions, trade unions, seek to address the structure of land STARTING August, Namibian wider consultations, it was decided academics, civil society, traditional ownership and debate on the willing- Meanwhile, President Dr Hage beef will be made available in that the Land Conference will take authorities, churches, non- gov- seller, willing-buyer principle; Geingob said that the country’s land grocery stores across the United place from 1 to 5 October at the Sa- ernmental organisations, political ancestral land claims for restitution; question remains a vexing, complex States of America. fari Court Hotel in Windhoek. parties and individuals with experi- expropriation in public interest with and emotive matter. ence or expertise relevant to the land just compensation, as provided for in This follows a long process of She added that to ensure inclusivity conference. our constitution; urban land reform According to the president, the negotiations and investigations in the preparation for the confer- and resettlement criteria as well as ‘willing buyer, willing seller princi- to ensure that the Namibian meat ence, government has established a The consultations are expected to the Veterinary Cordon Fence. ple’ adopted after independence by industry and Meatco meet all the kick off next week in the regions the government has not produced the standards. The approval of ex- In 2017, at a workshop on the required results. ports was already done in 2016, but the labelling of exports had Another power hike to comply with the US require- ments. A first for Africa, it is ex- Aili Iilonga sary commodity in every Namibian SHOCKING: The poor will be the hardest hit by the increase.  Photo contributed pected that the first consignment household. of beef will be shipped to the THE time is now for Namibian to or all of these costs to its customers,” operating costs, and ultimately fulfil States towards the end of July. tighten their belts. “People will just have to deal with said Van Zyl. its financial obligations, including pay- the 5% as it is a reasonable increase. ments to the local independent power According to Meatco spokes- This is according to Secretary Gen- Unfortunately we all need electric- At the time of the increase, the ECD producers and ensure a continued sup- person, Rosa Tobias, the labels eral for Namibia’s Employers Federa- ity, so we have to tighten our belts noted that the approved 5% tariff ply of electricity. for export to that country and tion, Tim Parkhouse, who insists that when it comes to spending,” said increase would cover NamPower’s price negotiations with logistics people cannot afford to spend their Parkhouse. ship-liners are in place. hard earned money recklessly during the economic recession facing the IJG’s Financial Analyst, Eric van “Under the US export rules, country. Zyl, said that because the country Namibia is eligible to export to imports close to 60% of its electricity, the US boneless, not ground, His remarks come in the wake of the cost of generating it is subjected to beef, raw products such as primal NamPower announcing yet another current fluctuations, thus the need to cuts, chucks, blade, and beef electricity hike. increase the tariffs to customers. trimmings,” Tobias said. The Electricity Control Board (ECB) “As Namibia imports roughly Meatco intends to export 860 has approved a 5% tariff increase, 60% of its electricity, the cost of 000 kilograms of beef in the first translating into an effective bulk tariff this electricity in Namibia is largely year and increase to 5,7 million increase, moving from N$1.61 per dependent on the cost of generation kg by the fifth year. kilowatt-hour from the previous finan- in the countries that supply Namibia, cial year to N$1.69 per kilowatt-hour. subject to currency fluctuations. This Namibia’s beef will, accord- basically means that NamPower itself ing to the US Ambassador, Lisa The increase, according to the ECB, is subject to increased costs of import- Johnson, be Namibia’s main is reasonable as electricity is a neces- ing electricity and has to pass on some export to America because the majority of products are ineligi- Paul Helmuth to be ble for the market, as required by laid to rest the African Growth and Op- portunity Act, which promotes Marthina K Mutanga A memorial service will be programmes of the Namibian duty-free market access to the US held at the St Georges Cathe- Broadcasting Corporation and to help African countries improve LEGENDARY social com- dral on Thursday. Base FM community radio, economic relations between them mentator and activist well where he raised and com- and America. known for making various Prayer sessions will be held mented on social and political appearances on television and at the Helmuth residence issues of concern. radio shows, Paul Helmuth, before and after the memo- will be laid to rest on Satur- rial service. Uncle Paul, as he Angelo confirmed that his day in the capital. was affectionately known by father became sick since last many, died at the age of 89 on year August and has been in Confirming this, fam- Friday in the Roman Catholic and out of hospital before his ily spokesperson, Angelo Hospital in Windhoek. death. Helmuth, said Paul will be laid to rest at the Pionierspark Born on 14 February 1929 Uncle Paul is survived by Cemetery. in Walvis Bay, Uncle Paul his wife, Ella, six children, gained a reputation as an ar- five siblings and ten grand- dent contributor to the call-in children.INTERNATIONAL TRAINING COLLEGE - LINGUA ENROLL FOR ACCREDITED COURSES TODAY!!ACCOUNTING & FINANCE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYHUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TRAVEL & TOURISMBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION OFFICE ADMINISTRATION COURSES AVAILABLE TO GRADE 10 & 12 STUDENTS ALSO OFFERED: MATURE AGE ENTRY,SINGLE SUBJECT, SHORT COURSES, VOCATIONAL COURSES, GRADE 10 & 12 TUTORIAL CENTRETEL: (061) 301032/4/5; FAX: (061) 301033; EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: WWW.COLLEGELINGUA.COM

4 NEWS 12 July - 18 July 2018NAM, BOTS JOINTBattalion level Peace Support Operation MILITARY EXERCISEAccording to a press state- Republic of Botswana to participate in Roster of the African Standby Forcement, the Ministry of De- the combined military exercise. The known as the African Standby Capac- ALL SET: NDF officers at an earlier exercise. Photo contributedfence the Namibian Defence exercise will simulate a battalion level ity (ASC), which was developed byForce (NDF) and the Bo- Peace Support Operation,” he said. the Africa Union in collaboration withtswana Defence Force (BDF) Regional Economic Communities andwill hold a combined bilat- The overall objective of the exercise other Regional Mechanisms.eral battalion level peace is to enhance interoperability betweensupport operation (PSO) BDF and NDF in a PSO context at The ASC is a recruitment tool toexercise from 16 to 30 July regional level by employing SADC enable rapid deployment of civilianin the general area of Kang Standby Force within the broader experts to Peace Support Operationsin the Kgalakgadi District of SADC Peace and Security Architec- once the missions are mandated, eitherBotswana. ture in mind. The peace support opera- by the SADC Summit or the Afri- tion dubbed “Exercise Tshwaragano can Union. The roster is also being Niël Terblanché II” is reciprocal to Exercise Hanganee populated with civilian experts from I, which was held in the Omaheke different professions which are mostMilitary spokesperson, Major Petrus region in Namibia in 2016. It is also relevant to a multi-dimensional PSO,Shilumbu, said the move is part of the the third exercise of this nature that such as civil affairs, political affairs,preparations by the two nations ahead the countries will hold. Shilumbu said legal affairs, public information, hu-of the SADC standby force assuming the exercises are aimed at enhancing man rights, gender, and humanitarianits command on the duty roster from 1 further organisational and operational relief liaison, to name but a few.January to 30 June, 2019. development of training, procedures and multi-dimensional capacities of Shilumbu said in the statement “In this regard the NDF will send a the SADC Standby Force. He revealed that the NDF convoy will departMotorised Infantry Company to the that about 1 200 troops from BDF and from Gobabis on 16 July via the NDF are expected to take part in the Trans-Kalahari Border Post and that exercise. members of the public must not panic when encountering large numbers of The SADC SF Civilian Roster is a NDF vehicles along the Trans-Kalaha- component of an integrated Civilian ri Highway to Botswana. Veterans urged to be cautious of scammers Marthina K. Mutanga invitation by the Ministry of Fisher- Nicanor. She added that the only ies and Marine Resources calling recognised mouthpiece on the is- THE deputy minister of veteran for application of fishing rights sues affecting veterans’ welfare is affairs, Hilma Nicanor, has strongly by Namibians and veterans of the the Namibian National Liberation condemned the group that calls liberation struggle are equally eli- Veterans Association (NNLVA). itself Reparation, Rehabilitation and gible,” she said. Nicanor reminded Resettlement (RRR) that has been the RRR group that all programmes “This is the only organisation calling meetings around the country and activities related to the welfare through which veterans can discuss under the pretext of serving the of the veterans of Namibia’s libera- issues pertaining to veterans mat- interests of veterans of the libera- tion struggle are and remain the ters. The department of the veteran tion struggle. responsibility of Veterans Affairs, affairs is therefore calling on the and as such, they will not tolerate RRR group to stop engaging the The group is requesting veterans any person or any group interfering veterans of the national liberation to provide copies of their identity with their mandate. struggle with immediate effect,” she documents or make payments, stated Nicanor cautioned veterans purportedly for the purpose of “The veterans affairs department of the liberation struggle to remain registering them as beneficiaries of would like to urge all veterans of vigilant and to refrain from accept- fishing rights. the liberation struggle to refrain ing unwarranted invitations from from the activities of the RRR persons not mandated to deal with “We are aware of the public group as their agenda,” stated issues. Alleged pedophile gets trial dates Aili Iilonga SOUTH AFRICAN national, Mar- CHILD TRAFFICKERS: Marthinus Pretorius and Johanna Lukas. thinus Pretorius, who was in 2012 Photo contributed charged with child rape and human trafficking in Swakopmund, finally that in 2012 while Pretorius was by Lukas. He allegedly raped both received a state-funded lawyer with employed by a mining company girls on a number of occasions. his trial dates set for October. in the Erongo Region, he arranged with a Namibian woman, Johanna Pretorius was arrested in South Standing before Deputy Judge Lukas, to recruit underage girls Africa in March 2016 and was President Josea Angula, State with whom he could commit sexual deported back in December 2017 lawyer Zagrys Grobler stated that acts. to face charges. Pretorius remains he was instructed by legal aid to in custody at the Windhoek Cor- represent Pretorius. It is further alleged that during rectional Facility’s section for April, May and June 2012, Preto- trial-awaiting prisoners. Angula then announced that rius allegedly received two girls, the trial dates are set for 22 to 26 aged 13 and 14, who were lured Felicitas Sikerete-Vendura will October 2018. Pretorius, 47, is prosecute. charged with six counts of traffick- ing in persons, which is an offence under the Prevention of Organised Crime Act, seven counts of rape, and six alternative charges of com- mitting or attempting to commit a sexual act with a child under the age of 16. The State is alleging A member of “You helped me beat cancer.”Abraham Baseko Buy your apple for N$5 at any Bank Windhoek branch, or(CAN beneficiary participating school, before Tuesday, 31 July 2018.and cancer survivor) Eat Healthy | Live Healthy | Prevent Cancer SOLITAIRE PRESS printing & publishing

12 July - 18 July 2018 ADVERT 5 Trustco Junior Board The Junior Board consists of four external young Namibian candidates and five internal (Trustco-employed) candidates. Trustco Group Holdings Limited (“Trustco”) - in a groundbreaking initiative to acknowledge and develop skills of talented and potential The external junior board members consist of: Namibian female leadership in business and State Owned Enterprises -- appointed its much anticipated Junior Board. • Loide Ndahafelao Angula – age 26. Loide has a Trustco decided on a Junior Board mentorship programme after the B.Juris and a LLB from the University of Namibia. She overwhelming interest shown by young professionals in response to the is busy with her final year at University of South Trustco board member recruitment campaign that was run over a very Africa for a Master of Law (LLM) in Corporate Law. short period of time in March 2018. She is employed as a senior legal o cer at the The sheer weight of talented individuals on an extended short list Ministry of Justice and an admitted Legal practitioner compelled Trustco to recognize their skills and reward their enthusiasm. of the High Court of Namibia. The skills development, training and mentorship of the junior board members aims to also benefit any other business in future and will be • Kristofina Shimpanda (Kristofine) – age 35. conducted in accordance with the very best international practices that Kristofina has a Master of Business Administration the main board of Trustco set as benchmark. With a need for high level (MBA), degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil exposure identified amongst the Namibian youth and the pressure of Engineering (Honours), Degree of Bachelor of consistent performance required for sustainable success, the Trustco Education and is registered as engineer in training Board of Directors approved the appointments and also availed their with the Engineering Council of Namibia. She time, expertise and experience to mould the Namibian business leaders currently works at Roads Contractor Company as a of tomorrow. Civil Engineer. Confirming the appointment of the Junior Board, Adv. Raymond Heathcote, chairman of the board of directors of Trustco Group • Tulimekondjo Ruben Iishitle– age 37. Tulimekondjo Holdings, said that this initiative endeavours not only to empower has a Master of Philosophy in Future Studies (long young Namibian women, but to assist in fast tracking a female board term strategic planning) from the University of presence in the boardrooms of the nation. “I want to welcome the newly Stellenbosch and a Bachelor Degree in Economics appointed members for both our main and junior boards to the hub of from the University of Namibia. She is currently Trustco innovation, entrepreneurship and strategic transformation. This employed by the Khomas Regional Council as a unique set of challenges and opportunities will surely produce Deputy Director: Rural Services and is responsible for individuals that will have the strength of will and sense of commitment the implementation and management of income to forge a successful nation and private sector with e cient governance generating and livelihood improvements projects. on all levels. They will follow in a legacy of a long line of Trustconians who broke convention in propelling this group to where it is today, ‘’ Adv. • Lydia Mbahepa – age 35. Lydia has Master of Heathcote said. Business Administration from Bremen University and The newly appointed Junior Board will be tasked, trained and tested on a a Bachelors degree in Business Administration – series of responsibilities and challenges which will require research Strategic marketing management. She is employed capabilities, practical problem solving capacity and the encouragement at the International University of Management as a of strategic thinking. lecturer. The training of young talent for the demanding board room environment already commenced and the intensive Trustco mentorship The Internal Trustco junior board members are: programme will continue at least until May 2019. Their induction and first lesson was conducted by Prof Lana Weldon and encompassed the • Hipa Murangi – age 33. Hipa has a Diploma in principles of King IV and its importance to good corporate governance. Personal Computers Engineering (NQF:6) and a Bachelors degree of Business management (NQF7) www.tgh.na first year. He is currently COO of ICT Learning and Distribution at Trustco and is a member of the Top 40 employees of Trustco. • Jaco Klynsmith – age 33. Jaco has a Diploma in Professional Acting for Camera and BTech Degree (Cum Laude) in Public Relations Management from Cape Peninsula University of Technology. He is appointed as Head of Media at Trustco and serves as a Top 40 member. • Elizabeth Lukas – age 31. Elizabeth has a National Diploma and Bachelors of Technology in Natural Resource obtained from the Polytechnic of Namibia (now NUST) and Nelson Mandela University (NMU) (previous NMMU), South Africa, respectively as well as a Certificate in ISO 14001: Environmental Management System from FIRI. She is currently completing her Masters of Science at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT). She currently holds the position of Environmental O cer at Trustco. • Marlida Jacobs – age 34. Marlida commenced employment at Trustco more than 12 years ago as a debtors clerk. The growth opportunities and challenges at Trustco has made her whole career an exciting and enriching journey. Marlida was appointed to the Trustco Top 40 and has now served 3 consecutive years. Marlida holds the position of acting Head: Treasury. • Katrina Basson – age 34. Katrina is currently enrolled for a Bachelor of Business Administration and holds the position of COO of the regional o ces. She manages and oversees the operations of all the regional o ces in Namibia, is a Top 40 member and has been in the employ of the group for more than 13 years. Trustco would like to take this opportunity to wish its Junior Board all the best for the 12 months ahead. “Being elected as the future custodians of a promising and vibrant Namibian economy will require that you must fly to where there is no limits, in order to reach the greater heights. You will ensure that more individuals share in the growing wealth and improvement of the Namibian House,” Adv. Heathcote said.

6 EDITORIAL 12 July - 18 July 2018 FROM THE NEWS DESK MERJA IILEKAPolicing the police POLICE boss, Lieutenant-General Sebastian Ndei- PIC OF THE DAY tunga, has given his officers a rap on the knuckles, effectively calling for a purge within the Namibian Kurashiki, Japan; A small horse is stranded on a rooftop after floodwaters subsided in the Mabicho district of Kurashiki, Japan. police that will see the weeding out of corrupt and tardy law enforcement agents. THEORY OF INTEREST DESMOND P VAN HEERDEN Ndeitunga has gone on record warning that derelic- tion of duty is an offence that can and will lead to A LOOK AT A WARMER EARTH dismissal from the police force, as those abusing the public trust bestowed on them are tarnishing the im- WE’VE all heard the stories In terms of polar ice sheets, dioxide, nature will amplify Alan Mix of Oregon State age and reputation of the force. about climate change. The Par- they found a significant re- it. A large amount of carbon University. “We can expect While I take my hat off to Ndeitunga for finally pull- is Climate Change conference treat of the Greenland and is currently preserved in peat that sea-level rise could be- ing out the baton, especially in the wake of growing remained in the news over the Antarctic ice sheets during – partly decomposed plant come unstoppable for millen- public concerns and reports of bad service, laziness last two years, first as it aimed those times, giving a global matter. Large peatlands are nia, impacting much of the and the unethical behaviour of some police officers, to limit global temperature in- sea level 6 to 9 meters higher maintained in forests and trop- world’s population, infrastruc- a complete overhaul of the security force can only be creases to 2°C, and again when than currently. In terms of sea ical climates as old plants died ture and economic activity.” achieved if emphasis is placed at the recruitment pro- President Trump withdrew ice, it appears that a reduction and form layers upon layers of “Climate models appear to be cess, while at the same time ensuring that those in the from the accords. Yet even by of more than 50% was seen, them. This makes it the larg- trustworthy for small changes, system receive comprehensive and ongoing sensitisa- the Paris Conference stand- which would indicate much est carbon sink on the planet. such as for low emission sce- tion training. ards, this temperature increase warmer waters. These warmer Peat, however, mostly forms narios over short periods, say In identifying members prepared to safeguard soci- could result in sea level rises temperatures caused changes where it’s wet – it’s a wetland over the next few decades out ety at large, as well as willingness to take a bullet to of between 3 and 6 meters by to the marine plankton eco- phenomenon, after all – and to 2100. But as the change gets protect civilians, religious leaders, the community po- 2100. As it turns out, those cli- system, with a rearrangement with the increase in tempera- larger or more persistent, either licing groups and traditional authorities should be al- mate models may have failed of the surface-level habitat. tures… Well, in the north, peat because of higher emissions, lowed to recommend people from their communities to account for some things… Plankton started to migrate is usually protected by perma- for example a business-as-usu- who possess these qualities. Two weeks ago, a team of re- poleward, and experienced frost in the coldest climates. al-scenario, or because we are As well as conducting a thorough examination of the searchers from 17 countries blooms in surface waters. With widespread permafrost interested in the long term re- candidates’ backgrounds to ensure better performers published a paper in Nature On land there were large thaw, the peat will release sponse of a low emission sce- join the force, new requirements aimed at ridding po- Geoscience, entitled “Palae- changes as well. Most regions more carbon than it absorbs, nario, it appears they underes- lice recruitment of corruption and nepotism must also oclimate constraints on the experienced a poleward shift accelerating global warming. timate climate change,” said be introduced. impact of 2°C anthropogenic of their biomes, as moisture In tropical regions, climates co-author Prof Katrin Meiss- These requirements should not only include mental warming and beyond.” Essen- regimes changed. The Sahara will move, and savannahs will ner, Director of the University and physical fitness training, but should study the tially, what these researchers of New South Wales Climate character formation of the recruits for effective, re- did was study the changes in desert greened, and eventual- expand. Fine-leaved savan- Change Research Centre. sponsive and preventative policing. the paleontological record of ly vanished. The Great Plains nah that’s quite flammable, We here in Namibia have al- While the issue of dirty cops is limited to a small per- the earth (fossils) before and of North America grew arid. especially in warmer weath- ready experienced stranger centage, it is systemic. during the last three times the The tundra and forest bound- er, and will release massive and stranger weather patterns If inherent prejudices, beliefs, stereotypes, attitudes planet experienced climate aries in the Americas and Asia amounts of carbon into the over the last decade. We’ve and biases towards complainants are not removed, it change due to temperature shifted northward by about atmosphere in continent-wide often heard of the so-called will inevitably create a hostile environment that ena- increases in the same range. 200 kilometres. Even here in wildfires if it burns over for- butterfly effect in weather bles a citizens-versus-police mentality. The researchers looked at the Africa, the Nama Karoo and mer peatlands. These fires forecasting – how a butter- Reports currently indicate that most of these biases Holocene Thermal Maximum fine-leaved savannah expand- will devastate the edges of fly flapping its wings in To- are either against women, victims of gender-based (HTM) which occurred be- ed. Across the globe, tropi- tropical forests, slowly turning kyo can cause a rainstorm in crimes, the impoverished or those suffering from tween 5 000 and 9 000 years cal climates and savannahs the entire area into fire-main- Johannesburg – and how it mental illness. ago, the Last Interglacial Pe- expanded as deserts shrunk. tained savannah and grassland shows that long-term weather The police is often the first point of contact for the riod (LIG), occurring about Just these changes could have ecosystems in the wake of forecasting is a pipe dream. distressed. Their role and handling thereafter is criti- 129 000 and 116 000 years profound effects for our cur- natural deforestation. A rap- In more manageable terms, it cal in preventing an escalation of a potential harmful ago, and the Mid-Pliocene rent nations – farmland becom- id run-away change towards explains how small changes situation and restoring order. Warm Period (MPWP), which ing unviable as other countries treeless landscapes will result. in initial conditions can result Sensitisation training should, therefore, focused on occurred about 3.3 to 3 mil- gain them, seafront property in “Even with just 2°C of warm- in widely different outcomes mental health, forensic science, psychology, conflict lion years ago. The HTM and danger – but the fossil record ing -- and potentially just in future. This paper shows resolution and criminology to develop in them the LIG events occurred due to shows the real danger. While 1.5°C -- significant impacts another side to that – small required professionalism, knowledge, skills and atti- changes in the earth’s orbit, humans may be causing an in- on the Earth system are pro- changes now can have dras- tudes in dealing with cases. but the MPWP had occurred crease in atmospheric carbon found,” said co-author Prof tic effects on our planet in As it stands, the law enforcement agencies still re- due to atmospheric carbon future. Yet it also gives us a mains, in the minds of Namibians, a place for those dioxide concentrations of bit of hope. Maybe, by mak- with low education and whose employment options about 350 to 450 parts per ing small changes now to our are limited. million – or about the same world, we can flap our wings, Reforms are needed to change these perceptions and as we have today. Of course, and change the outcome for bring glory back to the once most respected profes- it took quite a bit longer for our planet, and ourselves. sion, as the nation’s law enforcement is crucial in nature to reach those levels. building community trust and reducing crime. By combining data from ice Desmond P van Heerden, cores, fossil records, sediment HonsBComm (Stell) is the EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER layers, radiometric dating Chief Analytics Officer of and other paleoclimate meth- Trustco Group Holdings Ltd.• The newspaper’s views are not necessarily those of our ods, they were able to paint Previous articles available a picture of what a warmer online at http://toi.hopto. advertisers and the views aired in letters are not necessarily earth will look like once glob- org/. He can be contact- al warming has stabilised. ed at [email protected] those of the newspaper.• Informanté publishes all advertisements in good faith and cannot be held liable for any misrepresentation, losses or injury to any reader making use of the products or services advertised.• Newspaper registration: 06/01/119• Printed by Word Press, Windhoek, Office +264 83 100 1000• 260 000 copies distributed monthly to all major Namibian towns­• Headquarters: Trustco House, 2 Keller Street, Windhoek, Namibia• Contact: Tel. 061 275 4102/8 Fax. 061 275 4090 Email. editor@ tgh.na• Electronic: www.informante.web.na

12 July - 18 July 2018 EDITORIAL 7 FlipsideONE ECONOMY CHRIS JACOBIEFOUNDATION TAKESCENTRE STAGE Cross Red LineThe Fundraising Dinner takes place at atime when the national debate around Courses on Offer THOSE who insist that the Red Line regulates animal health between theinequality and the draft Black Economic northern frontier communities and the rest of Namibia, as well as those whoEmpowerment Framework has become persist to politically abuse the fence to demonise the northern communities,increasingly divisive. are both wrong.This year, we aim to rural and lacks access to WelCome to ConfuCius institute at unam The line must go! ensure that we bring the networks, technol- Registration: Chinese Proficiency Courses Communities experience it differently, it is divisive and does more harmtogether a collective ogy and capital required than good.of successful industry to succeed in the first Mandarin course offered by Confucius Institute at UNAM has become The problem with the Red Line is that it is only red for those who want toleaders to highlight and economy. The majority a credit bearing course under the UNAM academic system from 2015. cross into greater Namibia, but invisible for greater Namibia who can crossshed light on what the of Namibians operate in the frontier to do business at will, acquire cattle and live where they will beFoundation has been the second economy or on Applicants who are not UNAM students are also encouraged to take welcomed as Namibians.able to achieve with their the peripheries of the first the course either in the morning or in the evening for non-degree There is hardly a Namibian who has never been stopped at animal healthsupport. The concept and economy. Our intention is purposes. control points to be searched for meat or meat products. Apart from thetheme is centred around to shape our interventions Food and Mouth Disease breakouts due to the buffalo migration in the Northbeing a “Star” who sheds in a manner where we Registration Semester 2: East there is also no evidence of animal diseases that caused breakouts southstardust on the less fortu- act as a bridge for second Registration dates: 09 - 13 July 2018 of the Red Line.nate, through meaningful economy participants to Registration time: 09:00 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 17:00 Animal health therefore cannot be the only consideration. The most of-change. access the first economy Course starts on: 16 July 2018 fensive part of the fence is that anyone who passes the Mururani, Werda or through structured and Oshivello gates cannot help but be reminded of the dark days of war when itONE is registered as a targeted interventions. Duration: was to control people and movement. Independence is now longer than theSection 21 Company in 6 hours per week, 13 - 14 weeks per semester. struggle has been, but the fence cannot block the images and memories ofterms of the Namibian  The One Economy the contract labour system or erase the memories off the dark days of bloodyCompanies Act. Due to Foundation has been in Courses on Offer: conflict.our community work, existence for two years • Basic Mandarin Chinese Level 1 / Level 2 / Level 3 / Level 4 The Red Line is unjust and unfair. If Namibians did not know better,we are also registered and we believe we have • Bank Training Course they could have suspected that it is deliberate and a protection of ancientas a Social Welfare made a significant impact Students who complete the course successfully will be awarded economic interests.Organisation (WO468). in the thinking around certificates as follows: If the veterinary fence protects the lucrative export markets for NamibianONE concerns itself sustainable measures to beef, those farmers locked out from the export and markets south of the Redwith the dual economy remove those stuck in the Certificate Test HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) and Levels Line, because of stringent international veterinary regulations, are surelyin Namibia, where one vicious cycle of poverty also entitled to protection.economy is prosperous which is increasingly be- Courses HSK Vocabularies CEF* Duration/hours A form of protection could be to reserve tenders for meat and meat prod-and urban, with ready coming generational. The BMC 1 HSK Level 1 150 A1 84 ucts to schools, hospitals, and the various institutions of the state exclusivelyaccess to a developed One Economy Foundation BMC 2 HSK Level 2 300 A2 168 for the northern producers that are locked out from the lucrative marketseconomic, physical and (ONE), therefore, aims to BMC 3 HSK Level 3 600 B1 252 available to the southern producers.technological infrastruc- play its part in contribut- BMC 4 HSK Level 4 1200 B2 336 The Red Line hampers the optimal development of the national animalture. The second economy ing towards the National resource.is informal, township or agenda in addressing More worrying is that Namibia’s sovereignty can be compromised, social inequality. because there is no incentive to secure the border fences with especially An- gola. The Red Line stands in the way of a unitary, sovereign and independ- BMC: Basic Mandarin Chinese, CEF: The Common European Framework ent Namibia. Surely, Namibia and Angola -- with new governments and leaders with Registration fee: overwhelming support -- can come to an agreement on buffer zones on both UNAM students is N$ 500 per semester sides of the borders that will not impact on normal people’s movement, but Non-UNAM students N$ 750 per semester will act as a screen for animal movement. NB: Tuition is free Moreover, a bi-partite animal health programme on the frontiers will improve the health of all livestock and push disease-prone areas and animals Registration: Mandarin Chinese for the Bankers/Banking Officials back into the countries of origin and in the end wipe out illnesses that do not have to pose a danger to national herds or markets. Duration and pricing: It is an open secret that subsistence and communal farmers in Namibia, north of the Red Line, are importing cattle from south of the Red Line to im- Packages Durations Total hours Price prove the quality of their herds, but receive little reward for improving the national stock and their own. Package1 8 hours /per week, 4 weeks 32 N$2 560 Life in the frontier provinces of Angola, Zambia and Botswana and the rest of the Namibian regions is different from the rest of the country, but not so Package 2 8 hours/ per week, 8 weeks 64 N$5 100 different that the meat that is consumed every day in one region cannot be eaten in another. Prime Namibian beef is the nations pride from whatever Package 3 8 hours/per week, 12 weeks 96 N$7 500 corner of the country. Beef for some is beef for none. The Red Line should vanish. The “why” of the Red Line cannot be How to apply: changed, but the future of it must, because it does matter on so many fronts. • Certified copy of student card if you are a UNAM Student or your ID. Namibians must find common ground on how soon practical measures • Complete an application form in the office N107 at the Main can be implemented to tear down that fence and erect proper fences on all Namibian borders. Campus. One of the reasons of failing to have a proper Namibian/Angolan border For more information, please contact: fence might be that it was always unilateral and ignoring local knowledge and Tel: +264 (0) 61 206 3193 / 3955 or +264 (0) 61 206 4762 support throught consultations and respect for tradition and a way of life. E-mail: [email protected] ; or [email protected] The Angolan neighbours should be thanked for availing grazing and water to northern Namibian communities during the devastating drought that hit www.unam.edu.na Namibia the past three years and might surface again. More cattle were saved by the rangelands of Southern Angola than died in the Northern grazing lands of Namibia, and more lives were saved by Namibian clinics and hospitals than Angolans who died because of a lack of clinics in regions of the northern neighbour. This need not to be disrupted. While the younger generation might not know the Red Line, the older generation despises it, because of the indignity it presents in the 28th year of a hard won Indpendence, to live behind a fence. The Red Line cuts the Namibian population in half, right through the heart of nationhood. The Red Line creates a false perception of animal health control, but hides division and tribalism that lurks amongst communities. The horrible truth is that cattle regarded as inferior, because they are from north of the Red Line, leave their owners feeling just as inferior. The Red Line should move to the Angolan border so that the last vestiges and temptations to retreat into reservations in the rest of the traditional areas south of the Red Line are dismantled. A free Namibia is where people can move freely with their most valuable possession, even if it is only a cow. It will take money and time, but it is time to start, because Namibia is one.

8 BUSINESS 12 July - 18 July 2018BUSINESSMARKET RECAP WEEKLY market review International Commodity prices on slope 04 July to 10 July 2018 MINING A SERIOUS NSX STOCKS CODE PRICE % VOLUME VALUE MARKET CAP CONCERN – BON TRUSTCO GROUP TUC/TTO 9.97 5.06% 149 1 417 8 285 HOLDINGS LTD NAMIBIA BREWERIES NBS 45.00 0.04% 16 719 9 315 LETSHEGO HOLDINGS - NAM LHN 4.00 - 147 588 2 000 NAMIBIA ASSET NAM 0.64 - - - 136DOWN UP MANAGEMENT LTD STIMULUS INVESTMENT SILP 121.29 - - - 564 LIMITED NIMBUS INFRASTRUCTURE NUSP 11.01 - - - 116 LIMITED AGRA LTD AGR 1.48 - 49 72 151 NICTUS HOLDINGS - NAM NHL 1.80 - 2 4 95 FIRSTRAND NAMIBIA FNB 44.97 (0.02%) 3 132 12 052 LIMITED ORYX PROPERTIES LTD ORY 20.19 (0.05%) 67 1 356 1 575 BIDVEST NAMIBIA LTD BVN 7.77 (0.13%) 2 12 1 647 CAPRICORN INVESTMENT CGP 17.17 (0.35%) 3 44 8 877 GROUPCOMMODITIES PRICE % GLOBAL INDICES PRICE %BRENT CRUDE OIL 78.88 1.44% NSX LOCAL 620 (0.05%)GOLD 1 256.40 0.38% NSX ALL SHARE 1 312 1.90%PLATINUM 846.00 0.23% JSE TOP 40 51 561 0.97% S&P 500 2 794 2.97%FOREIGN EXCHANGE PRICE % UK FTSE 100 7 692 1.30% EURO STOXX 50 3 473 1.97%N$ PER US$ 13.33 (2.56%) HANG SENG 28 682 0.48% Zorena Jantze to cease production completely as growth rates to the fact that variousN$ PER £ 17.78 (1.44%) their operations remain unprofit- subsectors such as gold and copperN$ PER € 15.76 (1.14%) THE Bank of Namibia (BoN) has able. With regard to diamond are currently operating around their voiced concern over the diamond mining, the report stated that design capacities, leaving the zincTHE local market was active this Pound, to close at N$17.78 per GBP. It and uranium mining industries, the industry grew by 10.9% in and lead subsector to drive thisweek, with the NSX Local index down closed at N$15.76 against the Euro, a as outlined in its July economic 2018, which is a slowdown from growth during 2018 and 2019.0.05% at 620, and the NSX Overall loss of 1.14%. outlook report, which noted that 12.0% in 2017. This sector is thenIndex up 1.9% to close at 1312. As at Bank of Namibia released its July 2018 risks to domestic growth include expected to contract by 5.3% in Commenting on the overall10 July, FNB Namibia was the largest Economic Outlook last week, indicat- a slow recovery in international 2019 due to lower production from performance of the economy, thelocal company on the exchange, with ing that they believe the Namibian commodity prices, and expected onshore mines during that year. The report stated that Namibia’s realmarket capitalization of N$12 billion, economy will grow by 0.6% in 2018, slow demand from Namibia’s key lowered production levels emanate GDP growth is projected to im-followed by Namibia Breweries with before improving further in 2019. They trading partners. from the expected closure of Eliza- prove from -0.8% in 2017 to 0.6%N$9.3 billion, Capricorn Investment expect the recovery in 2018 will be beth Bay mine near Lüderitz by the in 2018.Group with N$8.8 billion, and Trustco mainly due to projected improvements The report detailed that uranium end of this year.Group Holdings with N$8.2 billion. in transport and communications, mining is projected to grow by The growth projections areTrustco Group Holdings lead the mar- electricity and water and manufactur- 7.5% in 2018, down from 23.4% The report, however, stated that weaker than the 1.4% and 2.1%ket this week, with growth of 5.06% ing, coupled with slower contractions in 2017. DebMarine Namibia is expected to forecasted during February 2018,to close at N$9.97 per share. Namibia for the construction and the wholesale increase output significantly in the reflecting the disappointing growthBreweries took second place, closing and retail trade sectors. The mining The estimated slowdown during medium term, keeping the growth rate for 2017 that was published inat N$45.00, with growth of 0.05%. In sector is also projected to continue 2018 is attributed to the halting outlook for diamond mining posi- the Preliminary National Accountsterms of volume, Trustco Group was supporting the domestic economy, of production at Langer Heinrich tive from 2021 going forward. for 2017.in the lead with N$1.4 million worth albeit with less vigour than in the prior uranium mine, which has been putof shares traded, with Oryx Properties years. However, a slow recovery in Na- under care and maintenance. Also feeling the brunt of eco- The report further deliberated thatgrabbing second place with N$1.3 mil- mibia’s trading partners, low uranium nomic headwinds, growth for the earlier expectations about growthlion worth of shares traded. The local prices, the undue volatility of the The report further stressed that metal ores sector is projected at in the uranium sub-sector have alsocurrency gained 2.56% against the US Namibia Dollar and uncertainty about the persistently low international 7.6% in 2018, which is a slowdown been lowered, given the sustainedDollar, to close at N$13.33 per USD, weather conditions could still stymie price of uranium may cause more from 9.9% recorded in 2017. weakness in the international ura-and gained 1.44% against the British growth going forward. uranium mines to either reduce or nium prices and domestic produc- The report attributed the slower ers’ response to it. Vendors selling at night menaced by copsRELENTLESS: Vendors at the Havana informal settlement. Photo: Zorena Jantze Zorena Jantze Sarah Siame, one such vendor, search for a job. Shiwedha added however, noted that despite their that he makes a minimum of N$40 WHILE many residents of Wind- hardships, life isn’t so bad as she a day selling sausages he cuts into hoek close for business as the sun is able to put bread on the table by pieces, for N$1 per piece. “I came sets, vendors selling at the Havana selling uncooked Mopani warms. here because I didn’t want to sit informal settlement have been around and depend on my elders braving cold Namibian nights, Siame explained that she arrived back home, or be considered as sometimes till 22:00 to make ends from Zambia two years ago, and unemployed. This is work for me,” meet. that she now lives alone in a shack Shiwedha remarked. she erected at the settlement, When Informanté visited the adding that her quality of life has According to the Namibian scene, some of the vendors took drastically improved compared to Statistics Agency (NSA), about being approached by media fear- in Zambia, and that Namibians are 10.7% of Namibia’s total popula- fully, as they relayed that the generally not xenophobic. tion live below the poverty line, police sometimes chase them away earning less than N$389 per as their stalls have been illegally Another vendor, Michael Shi- month, an amount unadjusted to erected. wedha, age 19, explained that he Namibia’s rising food inflation came to Windhoek from Rundu levels. after dropping out of school in ONGWEDIVA ANNUAL TRADE FAIR Special Informanté Rates, EXCEACLULTOIVUERSSTAOLDEASY! 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12 July - 18 July 2018 BUSINESS 9RED LINE PUSHESEconomist weigh in on cordon fence removal Add security to protectBUTTONS informationRECENT comments by President Dr Hage Geingob that the removal of the redl ine orVeterinary Cordon Fence (VCF) could maximise Namibia’s beef exports, especiallywith the recent signing of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), hasevoked debate within industry that this could be both detrimental and positive tothe Namibian beef industry. Zorena Jantze their cattle. “Cattle is still often new fence along the Angolan SECURITY FIRST: André le Roux, Public Relations Manager at Bank Windhoek. seen as an asset in itself and not a border will prevent Namibian Photo contributedLocal economic analyst, Klaus product that is being sold to gener- communal farmers from accessingSchade, said that removing the ate a cash income. grazing areas in Southern Angola Business Reporter account. This ensures that your onlinered line could potentially open which is a wide-spread practice account stays within your control,” saysmarkets with stringent veterinary Additional supply of cattle from especially during the dry season, IN the digitally connected era, hack- André le Roux, Public Relations Man-requirements, such as the EU , the northern communal areas which would increase the pressure ers are always on the lookout to gain ager at Bank Windhoek.China and the USA, to farm- will support the meat processing on the grazing areas in Northern access to valuable private information.ers from north of the red line as industries (abattoirs, etc.) and can Namibia. For safety and security of information, He added that Bank Windhoek’s iBankcurrently these lucrative markets result in new business opportuni- it is always a good idea for people to be platform also employs an additional layeraccept only meat from the foot- ties, such as canned meat or ready- “It could require the reduction in proactive by adding an extra layer of pro- of protection with its E-Secure Token.and-mouth disease free areas south made foods,” Schade stated. the number of livestock in order tection to their online accounts. This device provides a “One-Time-PIN”of the cordon fence. to avoid an increase in overgraz- (OTP), which should be used to access He stressed that removing of the ing and degradation of the grazing Since passwords are not entirely reli- the Internet Banking site, together with a He, however, stressed that it fence implies that a new fence will areas. Agricultural extension able, protective tool such as a Two-Step username and password.has to be ensured that the quality be erected along the border with services need to be extended to verification or authentication can guardof the meat is in line with the Angola in order to prevent the inform communal farmers for in- information. Each OTP is only valid for a singleexpectations in these markets and spread of foot-and-mouth disease stance about market opportunities, session. Therefore, the E-Secure Tokenmoreover, farmers north of the and other livestock diseases to quality standards and the livestock A Two-Step authentication process asks should be used to generate an OTP withfence have to be willing to sell south of the fence, which would breeds. This would ensure that for more than just a password. It requires every login. jeopardise the livestock sector. farmers produce what the market information only privy to clients such as demands and hence farmers will a password or a personal belonging. Services which offer Two-Step veri- Schade further noted that the generate an income,” Schade fication include Google/Gmail ; Apple; stressed. “Two-step, or two-factor authentica- Facebook; Twitter; Dropbox; Evernote; tion protects your accounts by requiring Microsoft Accounts; Yahoo! Mail; Already making strides in you to provide an additional piece of LinkedIn and WordPress etc. procuring its beef to dominating information after you give your password world markets, Meatco spokesper- to get access to your account. In the most “This list is not exhaustive, but if you son, Rosa Tobias stated that under common implementation, after cor- are aware that some of your online ac- the US export rules, Namibia is rectly entering your password, an online counts offer this service, it would be in eligible to export to the US bone- service will send you a text message your best interest to do so. If you don’t less, not ground, beef raw products with a unique string of numbers that you already have two-step authentication such as primal cuts, chucks, blade, will need to slot in to get access to your enabled on your all your accounts, you and beef trimmings. really need to turn it on for all sensitive data stored online,” Le Roux concluded. She added that currently the la-INTRICATE MATTER: Photo for illustrative purpose only. Photo contributed bels for export to that country and City of Windhoek price negotiations with logistics ship-liners are in place and cur- Vision: To be a SMART and Caring City by 2022 rently underway. PUBLIC NOTICE Tobias stated that Meatco intends BUS FARE INCREASE to export 860 000 kilograms of beef in the first year and increase to 5,7 million kg by the fifth year. Namibia’s beef will, according to the US Ambassador, Lisa Johnson, be Namibia’s main export to America because the majority of products are ineligible for the market, as required by the African Growth and Opportunity Act, which promotes duty-free market access to the US to help African countries improve economic rela- tions between them and America.Business Climate slightly contracts Business Reporter deficit for the second quarter of The City of Windhoek hereby informs the public, municipal bus commuters and entire residents of 2018, driven by reduced imports Windhoek that as from 9th July 2018, the Municipal Bus Fare will increase as follows:THE IJG Business Climate Moni- and strong earnings from primarytor declined slightly in May 2018, sector exports such as minerals and • Smart card fare per trip N$ 6.50falling from 51.94 to 51.53 points. fish. • Cash fare per trip N$ 7.50The leading indicator declined for athird consecutive month, dropping Hopwood also noted that a All Passengers travelling with Municipal buses are required to obtain receipts from bus drivers everyfrom 43.75 to 39.58 points. gradual decline in the number of time they enter the bus in exchange of their payments with immediate effect. Namibian cattle marketed was Despite a brief recovery early witnessed, although year-to-date Any passenger not in position of a receipt will be regarded as an illegal passenger in the bus andin 2018, the leading indicator has figures are up 14%. the Bus Inspectors or City Police Officers will demand payment for the trip or he/she will ask you tobeen under the 50-point line for leave the bus.the past 21 months, indicating eco- “Almost three quarters of mar-nomic contraction. The leading in- keted cattle continue to be exported In cases where the drivers refuse to provide a passenger with a receipt, he/she should be reporteddicator last recorded a value above live to South Africa, a significant to the inspector or city police officer at the nearest checkpoint.50 points in September 2016. loss of value addition that could be captured in the domestic value Your cooperation is highly appreciated. Of the 31 indicators monitored, chain. Growth in private sector13 showed an improvement, while credit extension remains weak, TOUGH TIMES: Graham Hopwood Issued by: Enquiries:the remaining 18 indicators con- with month-on-month household from the IPPR. Photo contributedtracted. mortgage loans contracting,” Hop- Office of the Chief Executive Officer Department of Urban & Transport Planning wood stated. Corporate Communication, Marketing and Public Participation Officer: Customer Care Graham Hopwood, Director Engelard Nowasebof the Institute for Public Policy He further expanded that month- Tel: +264 61 290 2365 / 2044Research (IPPR), stated that the on-month household and business Fax: +264 61 290 2344 Tel: +264 61 290 3378ongoing depreciation of the Rand instalment credit contracted as E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] stronger commodity prices well, reflected in new vehicle salescontinue to benefit the local mining that remain low, which is indica-industry, particularly diamonds, tive of consumers holding on togold and copper. He added that the vehicles they own and generalpreliminary trade data indicates net repayments of debt rather thanthe likelihood of a narrower trade taking on new debt.

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12 July - 18 July 2018 ADVERT 11 NEWSFLASH - INDUCTION RUNDU - The Institute for Open Learning’s regional office in Rundu is hosting an induction session on Saturday 21 July. All study courses and the newly established IOL Vocational Training Centre will be discussed and you have the opportunity to learn so much more about the advantages of distance learning. Contact Priscah Simasiku to reserve a space: RUNDU 066-255 066 Keep your eye out for upcoming events in next week’s Focus.WALVIS BAY INDUCTION - FAQsQuestion 1: Should the students do students have enough time to plan and book credits. You have two examination creditsobservation of the School Based Studies according to the dates on the examination for each subject. You will be allowed a freeduring their first week of their SBS? timetable. Booking to write the examinations examination re-write if you fail a subject. YouAnswer: It is advised that students observe should be done immediately within one week will have to apply and pay to re-write for thatduring the first week of SBS, especially if in of the assignment results being released. You specific subject should the examination betheir first phase of SBS. This is also the time will receive a sms notification as soon as the failed for the second time. Rewrite applicationto complete page 8 and 9, number 7.1 and booking period opens; it will contain end dates forms are available at all IOL offices.7.2 namely ‘Effective learning environment of when you will be able to book. All bookings Supplementary Examinations may only beobservation sheet’ in two (2) different classes should be done via the Student Portal. The written if you provide a Medical Certificateand to ask the teachers questions with regards registration period will be closed after a week. (in the case of absence during the Augustto some of the topics. You risk forfeiting one examination credit per examination) or if you obtained 45% or 49% subject should you, after booking, fail to turn in the examinations. Should you not write aQuestion 2: Is it possible for IOL to present the up to write the subject without a valid reason. subject/subjects due to medical reasons ortimetable to students before the booking? Valid reasons are authenticated only by the due to a close relative passing on, you willAnswer: A draft timetable will be made submission of a Medical Certificate. be required to submit a Death Certificateavailable to all the regional offices at least four within three days after your last subject wasweeks before the examination. The timetable Question 3: Does the Supplementary written. Close relatives include your mother,will be available on the Student Portal as soon Examination also use credits? father, sibling, own child, spouse, or immediateas the examination booking period opens. 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12 ENTERTAINMENT 12 July - 18 July 2018ENTERTAINMENTGHOST TOWNSArcheological wonders in the Land of the BraveINSPIRE EXHIBITIONIN Helga Kohls’ latest exhibition titled‘Perspectives’, derelict buildings anddeserted desert towns become the pho-tographer’s muse, with buildings longdecayed and crumbling casting rays ofsunlight through broken spaces, and wallswith eroded doorways leading to aridmonochromatic vistas. Zorena Jantze to West Germany in 1958, ABANDONED: Some of the photograph from Helga Kohls exhibition, ‘Perspectives’. where she obtained herThe exhibition, which Diploma in Photography. Atlantic Coast of Namibia adorns the viewer with sweeping the gaze through the rainy season because I like, I go at different will be on show until She has been actively and works on contempo- light photography as many the building to a source of the light is softer and we times to look at the site.14 July, forms part of the engaged in the realm of art rary architecture. works are composed to be luminous sunlight. have more clouds. When I then think about how toworld-renowned analogue in Namibia since 1970. viewed from left to right I find a building which document it before I shootphotography series. Through her lens, Kohl “In Namibia, I prefer the photograph,” Kohl In the Perspectives ex- explained. Born in Silesia, Poland hibition, Kohl showcasesin 1943, Kohl immigrated two series of photographs Although they have of ghost towns on the been long abandoned, the inside of buildings in Yes, she can Kolmanskop stand stark with bright hues against From the bank that is dedicated to building a better the ocean of sand that Namibia, comes Women in Business Banking. threatens to drown them, evoking traces of the A unique financial solution created to recognise vibrant lives that once Namibian women entrepreneurs in the SME and inhabited the town. Commercial markets. This solution is designed to support women as they lead the way to a better In addition, Kohl also features photographs of future for all. Elizabeth Bay, a mining town abandoned in 1931. To find out more, go to www.bankwindhoek.com.na It. however, had all build- or SMS “women” to 29462 and a consultant ings maintained until 1940 will call you back. with doors and windows stripped away. #OwnIt Kohl mused that this de- struction, together with the erosion of the walls into a threadbare lattice, has a harrowing impact as it reveals the inequities of the facilities of the mine work- ers, which had once been kept from view by solid walls and closed doors. She added that this is reinforced by the light streaming through por- tions of the roof which had been stripped bare. Destitute and reminis- cent of shipwrecks with rotten sails that linger on the horizon, Kohls exhibi- tion showcases to viewers the archeological wonders the Land of the Brave has to offer.TUNE IN FORCOMMUNITY CHAT:10:30 - Thursdays on In the MixRegional Frequencies Dirk Kleinschmidt: Bertha Vatileni Clyde Siririka Luisa Nghidengua105.6FM - Oshana Region Presenter Ongwediva Gobabis Walvis Bay105.9FM - Otjiwarongo, Outjo104FM - Mariental88.2FM - Keetmanshoopwww.mixedradio.naOshana Region: Eenhana, Epuku, Oshikango, Okalongo, Ongongo,Oshikuku, Okahao, Olukonda, Ondangwa, Ongwediva, Oshakati

12 July - 18 July 2018 ENTERTAINMENT 13 ENTERTAINMENT NEVILLE BASSON STRIKE A POSE: From left to right: Contestants Anna Shiweda, Miss Namibia 2018, Selma Kamanya and Wilri van Taak.  Photo: Marthina Mutanga Flenkie Flenkie!GMEISTSTINNAGMTIOBKIAN2O0W18Encouraging education for women is a personal goalCROWNED Miss Namibia 2018, 21-year-old Selma Kamanya stole the hearts As opposed to ending the obliga- In the voice of Sam Nujoma: “On behalfof the crowd and judges at a fully-packed Country Club Resort in Windhoek tion I have toward the develop- of the Swapo Party, the President ofon Saturday. ment in the country after the first Namibia, the armed forces of the Namibian year, I plan on continuation and government, Ndilimanii, the brave Plan Zorena Jantze never refused anyone that has that evoke progression. I am pas- expansion even after my reign Fighters of the liberation struggle, Iipumbu asked him to help them, even if he sionate about artistic expression. I ends. Making sure attention is ya Shilongo, the Ongulumbashe base ofAstudent at the Namibia didn’t have very much. He sees am passionate about conversations paid to areas such as educa- 1966, we want to congratulate comrade University of Science and the best in people and often push- that inspire, and that bring about tion, through more allocation of Frankie Fredericks on his achievements inTechnology (NUST), Kamanya es them to see the potential within change and innovation. I value donations to vocational centers, becoming a national hero of Namibia .”will represent Namibia at the themselves. Although betrayed by learning from people that have a as well as free primary, second- Yes, if Tate Kulu was to send FrankieMiss Universe and Miss World many, he still has the courage to ary and tertiary education. I plan a congratulatory message for all hispageants. Clarise van der Vyver forgive and to love again. lot to teach in terms of their to help women by encouraging achievements, that is definitely what heand Kabuba Namukokoba were experiences in life. education amongst women and would have said today. Kyk sowaar, as adeclared the first and second Q: If you were able to meet any Q: What are your providing them the knowledge Namibian I am extremely proud today torunners-up, respectively, while one person in the world, who plans for the next of the tools they need in order to see that Frankie’s contribution towards thisAlexis van der Merwe and Wilri would it be and why? five years and how make better lives for themselves. country is finally recognised! This man hasvan Taak made it to the top five. do you plan to I plan on raising awareness on done so much, and what I’m mostly happy A: I would love to have met achieve them? the topic of climate change, for is the fact that finally, finally, finally The young and vibrant Kamanya Nelson Mandela. Firstly, I would A: For the next encouraging individuals to someone who has nothing to do with politics,shared a bit about who she is, love to thank him. Thank him for five years I plan take heed to their own moral nor the liberation struggle is recognised asher passions and plans during the sacrifices he has made, sac- to make the footprints and understanding the a national hero with a statue to pay homageher reign as Miss Namibia with rifices he made that now enables most out of impact that we all have toward to his achievements. We will forever beInformanté. me, a person with my heritage, to my reign. the deterioration of the planet, grateful to all Namibians who fought during take part in a competition such as and in doing so, encourage the liberation struggle, mara sowaar, after Q: Who is Selma Kamaya? this one. He is the true mean- healthier lifestyles and more 28 years acknowledging someone outside A: I am a 21-year-old mul- ing of altruism, and the manufacturing altogether. Apart those perimeters is just a breath of fresh air.tifaceted individual far from ultimate example to me, from the philanthropic aspect, I I remember him as a teenager as we werehaving arrived at my goals, and a of humanitarianism plan to further my education, by running around the streets of Katutura, thecontinuous work-in-progress. I do, and philanthropy. obtaining my Honours degree guy was always just fast, fast, fast. Duringhowever, strive toward excellence He forgave in economics and eventually my school athletics meetings we made surein all I do and have a teachable without being Masters degree. that you had Frankie in your team, want diespirit, meaning that I am willing bitter, even bliksem doen alles. High jump, verspring,and ready to learn. I was raised in though he Q: What is your message to 100m, 200m, gewigstoot, javelin. Some of usPort Nolloth. right- young girls and women in Na- stripped our moer so much because he would Q: Who is your role model and fully could mibia? dominate events so much, ons kry nie kanswho has inspired you and why? have, and nie ti’tse. Ja mara sobiso, enough with this A: My father. Growing up, relinquished his A: Above all else, value your- Frankie, Frankie, praise singing. Sobiso, Imy father has been the biggest right to hurt people, because self. Believe that you are worth should have beaten him last year when I raninspiration to me, as well as my they have hurt and disadvantaged it and act accordingly. Your the 100m race against him...he pushed mebiggest influence. My father is an him and his people. He is the true dreams are valid, and are just that moegoe! En ja, I went through emotionaluneducated man, however, I’ve embodiment of power, grace and as important as anybody else’s. issues also, the bank repossessed my car, mynever lacked. He is aware of this humility, as well as love and Follow them. Mentally emanci- side chick had a pregnancy scare, I had foodsystematic ‘disability’ that he has, compassion. He is a revolution- pate yourself from oppression poisoning from a certain kapana spot! Takingand because of this has always ary icon, never to be forgot- and the titles society has labeled into account all these things, how can I runpushed me to be better. He values ten. you, you are not the perspective a proppa race against Frankie!? I think therethe respect of his elders so much. of everyone else. You are queens are events and people in our history whoHe has the biggest heart, and has Q: What are you passionate and gems, the mothers of the equally needs a statue as recognition to what about? they have achieved in this country. Ja ek sê earth, please make it a priority so, Frankie se hele heupe, hy moenie kom I am passionate about things to know your worth. alleen shine vang hierso nie! Joseph Kauandenge: Frankie will never be able not match the versatility of this man. From employee at a local hotel, getting fired for sending a fax, becoming a politician, backtracks to rather become an award winning music artist called “Jossy “, leaving that and going back to politics, joining the DTA, then Nudo, back to DTA and then Nudo...ja, ja, ja, whatever...he needs a statue at Herero Mall at the Kommando! Siwelewele: Now this song came out just after Independence. That prison guard in that song almost lost his job doing a Wamboe pantsula in that video. A Siwelewele statue must be erected at the entrance of Gobabis. Haal daai Brahman bul k*k weg daarso! Hadino Hishongwa glasses: Those glasses are legendary, they could spot Koevoet fighters at a range of 200km. Google that name, if you see his glasses with that “warm kam” hairstyle you would understand why he needs a statue! This country would never have achieved independence without those glasses! Statue please! So Frankie, moet jou nie kom warm hou hieso nie, Kauandenge is my hero!

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16 SPORT 12 July - 18 July 2018 SPORTTHE ROCK HYPEDDeterminedto bringtitlehomeFOR ASIA FIGHT NAMIBIA’S former world champion, Paulus ‘The Rock’ Ambunda, has been given a second chance in boxing after it was an- nounced that he will soon step into the ring to fight for the vacant IBO super bantamweight world title. Aili Iilonga The fight, considered the biggest fight of his boxing career, will take place in Singapore in 29 September against Muhamad ‘The Chosen One’ Rid- hwan.Informanté exclusively spoke to Ambunda, who promised his fans that he will bring the title back home. “I am very happy and excited about the fight. It is every boxer’s dream to fight for a world title and I am very confi- dent that I will win the title,” he said. He added that though his opponent is much younger and looks hungrier for success, he knows the endurance needed in preparing for a world title. “I will not leave any stone unturned and I must make sure that I win that title as I know the pain and hard work that goes into preparing for a world title,” he said. The 37-year-old former WBO bantam- weight champion holds a record of 26 wins and two losses with 11 of those by knockout.bAethrleewteasrdteod tTeruamstco supports Craven Week Eba Kandovazu THE Under-13 Namibian Craven Week rugby team received a sponsorship in the form of T-shirts from Trustco Group Holdings (TGH) in support of their participa-CABINET on Wednesday approved the National tion in the renowned Craven Week in Kimberly, South Africa. The Craven WeekSports Reward Policy. The new policy provides is the greatest annual rugby tournament for schoolboys in South Africa’s foura reward to Namibian athletes who participate in provinces, as well as Namibia and Zimbabwe, since July 1964. It is named after thelocal and international sport events, through the legendary Springbok rugby union player and coach Dr Danie Craven. In the photo isNamibia Sports Commission. Neville Basson, Head Communication for TGH, handing the T-shirts to Rialdo van Wyk, the team manager. Information Minister, Stanley Simataa, saidthat funds will be used for the preparation ofathletes, participation and rewards for athleteswho have won. The policy covers the Olympicsand Paralympics, world championships, Com-monwealth Games, All Africa Games, AfricanChampionships and Special Olympics competi-tions. “Individual athletes who win Gold medals inboth the Olympic and Paralympic games willget N$200 000, Silver medalists will receiveN$150 000 and Bronze medalists, N$100 000.The coaches of these athletes in the two cat-egories will get N$80 000, N$60 000 and N$40000,” Simataa said. The minister noted that the new policy willabandon the system of government promisingathletes rewards, but that they would only getthem after long periods. The rewards, he said,will be for amateur athletes because profession-als are paid through another system. Professional athletes who win Gold med-als will receive N$800 000, with the coachesreceiving N$400 000 and silver medalists willreceive N$500 000, while the coaches getN$200 000. Bronze medalists will get N$350 000, whilethe coaches get N$100 000. According to Simataa, the bestowment oforder of merit is for those who are deserving, inline with the national honours system.

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Photo contributed Eba Kandovazu and that professional hunters, master hunting guides andAN attempt by members of the banned United Democratic Party (UDP) to referred to an earlier incident A MEETING between the hunting guides should engagestoke new fires of unrest from the embers of the failed 1999 Caprivi rebel- of incitement when a group Namibia Professional Hunt- in the ministry’s annual eth-lion failed, leading to the arrest of six ringleaders at an illegal meeting just representing Dukwe refugees ing Association (NAPHA) ics course, where attendantsoutside of Katima Mulilo on Sunday. also agitated for the secession and environment minister, would be given credit points. of the Zambezi Region. Pohamba Shifeta, yesterday Eba Kandovazu enforce the ban of the activities police will not allow the consti- concluded that trophy hunters “This point system could of the UDP which changed its tutional rights of any Namibian The UDP members at their can still post pictures of dead serve as a penalising system,The six, Aldrin Mahulilo, name to the Caprivi Concerned being threatened by groups, meeting at Liselo village, some animals on social media. where points could beBraster Kakula, Chrispin Kaku- Group to evade the restrictions however small they might 10 kilometers outside Katima deducted by the ministryla, Event Linyando, Edwin placed on the banned rebels. seem,” said Ndeitunga. Mulilo, demanded the prosecu- This is despite Shifeta’s for any transgressions bySamati and Thomas Mulonga One of the alleged rebels is tion of the arresting officers of public announcement a week the participants. If a certainwere separated to different a member of the Namibian The six accused, using the the first secessionists in 1999 ago that the revised national amount of points are not ob-holding cells in Katima Mulilo, Defence Force, while another is urban Katima Mulilo town as in which a civilian was killed policy on human wildlife tained, such hunter or guideKongola in the Western Caprivi a teacher and one a government cover to organise themselves, when an ill-equipped group conflict management will cannot register for a year. Weand Ngoma in the Eastern driver. Ndeitunga said the in- were warned in an earlier letter stormed the NBC. not allow people to post also propose a generic wellCaprivi after they were denied tention is to expose and unravel by Ndeitunga denying their pictures with dead animals worded professional write-upbail. the group, which is now just a request to hold a meeting at the The suspects will return to on social media and other that can serve as a response “rabble”. town. He at the time warned court on 20 September for the public platforms. Shifeta on any criticism on hunting The Inspector-General of the them to desist from their status on further investigations said the ministry is work- on social media platforms.Namibian Police, Lieutenant “Namibia is a unitary state activities as it might disturb and legal representation. ing on repealing the Nature We will never succumb toGeneral Sebastian Ndeitunga, to which the leaders like the the peace and reminded them Conservation Ordinance pressure from anyone to stopsaid he is in Katima Mulilo to exiled Mishake Muyongo were that the UDP is not a recog- Magistrate Boyd Namushin- 4 of 1975, to prohibit and advertising our services, constitutional signatories. The nised, nor registered party. He ga is presiding, with Esther punish people posting such wildlife and country by way Japheth prosecuting. pictures. NAPHA President, of legal hunting,” Van der Danene van der Westhuyzen, Westhyzen said. The suspects range between confirmed that the implemen- the ages of 34 and 46. tation of the condition on the Environment ministry restriction of the posting of spokesperson, Romeo Mu- images of trophy animals on yunda, said that the social social media is for now on media ban currently has no hold until the ministry pro- legal bearing, but that the poses guidelines for ethical condition will be attached marketing practices for the to the new hunting permits. hunting community. He stated that hunters who violate the condition will be This follows widespread backlisted for future hunting concern by disgruntled permits. “This is a moral hunters, as well as public issue. Posting dead animals criticism for the suggestion is in no way regarded as an made by Shifeta. 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2 NEWS 12 July - 18 July 2018IUNSSETPELAADSOTFICCASHElectronicbanking toreducecrimerisk FNB accused thief denies guilt despite CCTV evidence Maria DavidRISK: Tourists at the Etosha entrance. Photo contributed THE Oshakati Magistrate's Court has postponed the bail application hear-WITH crimes like robbery and theft perpetrated against tic clients to make use of alternative ing of a First National Bank (FNB)tourists visiting Namibia on the increase, Namibia Wildlife payment methods as this reduces their Oshakati branch employee, who hasResorts (NWR), as one of the main stakeholders in the transactional costs as well as the risk been accused of stealing N$800 000tourism industry, has introduced new measures to mini- of theft,\" she said. According to Horn, in cash from the bank.mise risk to visitors. with the increase of tourists travelling to the country's main tourist attrac- George Shivute, 29, who is em- Niël Terblanché barked on this campaign after noting tions and establishments, the NWR ployed as an ATM custodian at the PLEADING IGNORANCE: George the risks associated with carrying cash team is working tirelessly to ensure Oshakati main branch, was arrested Shivute. Photo: Maria DavidNWR has started a sensitisation around to make payments, as well that there are sufficient card terminal on 26 June on a charge of theft andcampaign to encourage tourists to as an increase in crimes perpetrated points where payments can be done. made his second court appearance onmake use of debit or credit cards when against visitors, said NWR Chief Wednesday for a formal bail hearing.making payments for bookings or Financial Officer, Talita Horn. \"We hope that with these terminalsany services provided at the facilities and pay points being placed at critical Shivute appeared before Oshakatiunder its management. \"We do realise that we cannot areas, our visitors will never have to Magistrate Liwena Walter Mikiti entirely operate without cash being carry cash to make use of our services on a charge of theft and attempting The state owned enterprise em- a means of payment, but we would or any purchases at our camps or re- to obstruct the course of justice and encourage international and domes- sorts,\" said NWR Information Officer, pleaded not guilty on the said charg- Martin Kantika. es. According to Shivute, he was not aware of the crime he had committed and does not understand what he has done wrong. Shivute denied tempering with the CC Camera kept in the ATM room, despite camera footage seen by the investigating officer showing otherwise. Prosecutor Mpule Siyomunji said that investigations are still ongoing. She, however, requested that no bail be given to Shivute due to the seriousness of the matter and because the accused might interfere with investigations. Mikiti postponed the bail judgment to Friday, with bail request submission set for Thursday. Defence lawyer, Marcia Amupolo, requested Shivute to be released, stating that there is no strong case against the accused. Public input needed for oil drilling Niël Terblanché EXPLORER: The Ocean Rig Poseidon. 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12 July - 18 July 2018 NEWS 3 CAPITAL: Meatco is ready ex- SLAETNDFOCRONOCFETROBENERCEVexing, complex and emotive matter port. Photo contributed THE second Land Conference, which was last year post- and the entire month of July will be land conference, Khomas governor, poned, is set to take place in October – 27 years after the dedicated to regional conferences, Laura McLeod Katjirua, said thatNamibian first one was held in 1991. where stakeholders will be given the land has been a fundamental issue inbeef to hit opportunity to present their position the struggle for liberation and is theUS shelves Marthina K Mutanga high level coordinating committee papers. fundamental basis of all wealth. She made up of 32 members from and noted that power is the ownership and Eba Kandovazu According to Prime Minister, Saara consisting of people from govern- The upcoming conference will acquisition of leasehold title to land. Kuugongelwa- Amadhila, after ment, farmers’ unions, trade unions, seek to address the structure of land STARTING August, Namibian wider consultations, it was decided academics, civil society, traditional ownership and debate on the willing- Meanwhile, President Dr Hage beef will be made available in that the Land Conference will take authorities, churches, non- gov- seller, willing-buyer principle; Geingob said that the country’s land grocery stores across the United place from 1 to 5 October at the Sa- ernmental organisations, political ancestral land claims for restitution; question remains a vexing, complex States of America. fari Court Hotel in Windhoek. parties and individuals with experi- expropriation in public interest with and emotive matter. ence or expertise relevant to the land just compensation, as provided for in This follows a long process of She added that to ensure inclusivity conference. our constitution; urban land reform According to the president, the negotiations and investigations in the preparation for the confer- and resettlement criteria as well as ‘willing buyer, willing seller princi- to ensure that the Namibian meat ence, government has established a The consultations are expected to the Veterinary Cordon Fence. ple’ adopted after independence by industry and Meatco meet all the kick off next week in the regions the government has not produced the standards. The approval of ex- In 2017, at a workshop on the required results. ports was already done in 2016, but the labelling of exports had Another power hike to comply with the US require- ments. A first for Africa, it is ex- Aili Iilonga sary commodity in every Namibian SHOCKING: The poor will be the hardest hit by the increase.  Photo contributed pected that the first consignment household. of beef will be shipped to the THE time is now for Namibian to or all of these costs to its customers,” operating costs, and ultimately fulfil States towards the end of July. tighten their belts. “People will just have to deal with said Van Zyl. its financial obligations, including pay- the 5% as it is a reasonable increase. ments to the local independent power According to Meatco spokes- This is according to Secretary Gen- Unfortunately we all need electric- At the time of the increase, the ECD producers and ensure a continued sup- person, Rosa Tobias, the labels eral for Namibia’s Employers Federa- ity, so we have to tighten our belts noted that the approved 5% tariff ply of electricity. for export to that country and tion, Tim Parkhouse, who insists that when it comes to spending,” said increase would cover NamPower’s price negotiations with logistics people cannot afford to spend their Parkhouse. ship-liners are in place. hard earned money recklessly during the economic recession facing the IJG’s Financial Analyst, Eric van “Under the US export rules, country. Zyl, said that because the country Namibia is eligible to export to imports close to 60% of its electricity, the US boneless, not ground, His remarks come in the wake of the cost of generating it is subjected to beef, raw products such as primal NamPower announcing yet another current fluctuations, thus the need to cuts, chucks, blade, and beef electricity hike. increase the tariffs to customers. trimmings,” Tobias said. The Electricity Control Board (ECB) “As Namibia imports roughly Meatco intends to export 860 has approved a 5% tariff increase, 60% of its electricity, the cost of 000 kilograms of beef in the first translating into an effective bulk tariff this electricity in Namibia is largely year and increase to 5,7 million increase, moving from N$1.61 per dependent on the cost of generation kg by the fifth year. kilowatt-hour from the previous finan- in the countries that supply Namibia, cial year to N$1.69 per kilowatt-hour. subject to currency fluctuations. This Namibia’s beef will, accord- basically means that NamPower itself ing to the US Ambassador, Lisa The increase, according to the ECB, is subject to increased costs of import- Johnson, be Namibia’s main is reasonable as electricity is a neces- ing electricity and has to pass on some export to America because the majority of products are ineligi- Paul Helmuth to be ble for the market, as required by laid to rest the African Growth and Op- portunity Act, which promotes Marthina K Mutanga A memorial service will be programmes of the Namibian duty-free market access to the US held at the St Georges Cathe- Broadcasting Corporation and to help African countries improve LEGENDARY social com- dral on Thursday. Base FM community radio, economic relations between them mentator and activist well where he raised and com- and America. known for making various Prayer sessions will be held mented on social and political appearances on television and at the Helmuth residence issues of concern. radio shows, Paul Helmuth, before and after the memo- will be laid to rest on Satur- rial service. Uncle Paul, as he Angelo confirmed that his day in the capital. was affectionately known by father became sick since last many, died at the age of 89 on year August and has been in Confirming this, fam- Friday in the Roman Catholic and out of hospital before his ily spokesperson, Angelo Hospital in Windhoek. death. 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4 NEWS 12 July - 18 July 2018NAM, BOTS JOINTBattalion level Peace Support Operation MILITARY EXERCISEAccording to a press state- Republic of Botswana to participate in Roster of the African Standby Forcement, the Ministry of De- the combined military exercise. The known as the African Standby Capac- ALL SET: NDF officers at an earlier exercise. Photo contributedfence the Namibian Defence exercise will simulate a battalion level ity (ASC), which was developed byForce (NDF) and the Bo- Peace Support Operation,” he said. the Africa Union in collaboration withtswana Defence Force (BDF) Regional Economic Communities andwill hold a combined bilat- The overall objective of the exercise other Regional Mechanisms.eral battalion level peace is to enhance interoperability betweensupport operation (PSO) BDF and NDF in a PSO context at The ASC is a recruitment tool toexercise from 16 to 30 July regional level by employing SADC enable rapid deployment of civilianin the general area of Kang Standby Force within the broader experts to Peace Support Operationsin the Kgalakgadi District of SADC Peace and Security Architec- once the missions are mandated, eitherBotswana. ture in mind. The peace support opera- by the SADC Summit or the Afri- tion dubbed “Exercise Tshwaragano can Union. The roster is also being Niël Terblanché II” is reciprocal to Exercise Hanganee populated with civilian experts from I, which was held in the Omaheke different professions which are mostMilitary spokesperson, Major Petrus region in Namibia in 2016. It is also relevant to a multi-dimensional PSO,Shilumbu, said the move is part of the the third exercise of this nature that such as civil affairs, political affairs,preparations by the two nations ahead the countries will hold. Shilumbu said legal affairs, public information, hu-of the SADC standby force assuming the exercises are aimed at enhancing man rights, gender, and humanitarianits command on the duty roster from 1 further organisational and operational relief liaison, to name but a few.January to 30 June, 2019. development of training, procedures and multi-dimensional capacities of Shilumbu said in the statement “In this regard the NDF will send a the SADC Standby Force. He revealed that the NDF convoy will departMotorised Infantry Company to the that about 1 200 troops from BDF and from Gobabis on 16 July via the NDF are expected to take part in the Trans-Kalahari Border Post and that exercise. members of the public must not panic when encountering large numbers of The SADC SF Civilian Roster is a NDF vehicles along the Trans-Kalaha- component of an integrated Civilian ri Highway to Botswana. Veterans urged to be cautious of scammers Marthina K. Mutanga invitation by the Ministry of Fisher- Nicanor. She added that the only ies and Marine Resources calling recognised mouthpiece on the is- THE deputy minister of veteran for application of fishing rights sues affecting veterans’ welfare is affairs, Hilma Nicanor, has strongly by Namibians and veterans of the the Namibian National Liberation condemned the group that calls liberation struggle are equally eli- Veterans Association (NNLVA). itself Reparation, Rehabilitation and gible,” she said. Nicanor reminded Resettlement (RRR) that has been the RRR group that all programmes “This is the only organisation calling meetings around the country and activities related to the welfare through which veterans can discuss under the pretext of serving the of the veterans of Namibia’s libera- issues pertaining to veterans mat- interests of veterans of the libera- tion struggle are and remain the ters. The department of the veteran tion struggle. responsibility of Veterans Affairs, affairs is therefore calling on the and as such, they will not tolerate RRR group to stop engaging the The group is requesting veterans any person or any group interfering veterans of the national liberation to provide copies of their identity with their mandate. struggle with immediate effect,” she documents or make payments, stated Nicanor cautioned veterans purportedly for the purpose of “The veterans affairs department of the liberation struggle to remain registering them as beneficiaries of would like to urge all veterans of vigilant and to refrain from accept- fishing rights. the liberation struggle to refrain ing unwarranted invitations from from the activities of the RRR persons not mandated to deal with “We are aware of the public group as their agenda,” stated issues. Alleged pedophile gets trial dates Aili Iilonga SOUTH AFRICAN national, Mar- CHILD TRAFFICKERS: Marthinus Pretorius and Johanna Lukas. thinus Pretorius, who was in 2012 Photo contributed charged with child rape and human trafficking in Swakopmund, finally that in 2012 while Pretorius was by Lukas. He allegedly raped both received a state-funded lawyer with employed by a mining company girls on a number of occasions. his trial dates set for October. in the Erongo Region, he arranged with a Namibian woman, Johanna Pretorius was arrested in South Standing before Deputy Judge Lukas, to recruit underage girls Africa in March 2016 and was President Josea Angula, State with whom he could commit sexual deported back in December 2017 lawyer Zagrys Grobler stated that acts. to face charges. Pretorius remains he was instructed by legal aid to in custody at the Windhoek Cor- represent Pretorius. 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12 July - 18 July 2018 ADVERT 5 Trustco Junior Board The Junior Board consists of four external young Namibian candidates and five internal (Trustco-employed) candidates. Trustco Group Holdings Limited (“Trustco”) - in a groundbreaking initiative to acknowledge and develop skills of talented and potential The external junior board members consist of: Namibian female leadership in business and State Owned Enterprises -- appointed its much anticipated Junior Board. • Loide Ndahafelao Angula – age 26. Loide has a Trustco decided on a Junior Board mentorship programme after the B.Juris and a LLB from the University of Namibia. She overwhelming interest shown by young professionals in response to the is busy with her final year at University of South Trustco board member recruitment campaign that was run over a very Africa for a Master of Law (LLM) in Corporate Law. short period of time in March 2018. She is employed as a senior legal o cer at the The sheer weight of talented individuals on an extended short list Ministry of Justice and an admitted Legal practitioner compelled Trustco to recognize their skills and reward their enthusiasm. of the High Court of Namibia. The skills development, training and mentorship of the junior board members aims to also benefit any other business in future and will be • Kristofina Shimpanda (Kristofine) – age 35. conducted in accordance with the very best international practices that Kristofina has a Master of Business Administration the main board of Trustco set as benchmark. With a need for high level (MBA), degree of Bachelor of Science in Civil exposure identified amongst the Namibian youth and the pressure of Engineering (Honours), Degree of Bachelor of consistent performance required for sustainable success, the Trustco Education and is registered as engineer in training Board of Directors approved the appointments and also availed their with the Engineering Council of Namibia. She time, expertise and experience to mould the Namibian business leaders currently works at Roads Contractor Company as a of tomorrow. Civil Engineer. Confirming the appointment of the Junior Board, Adv. Raymond Heathcote, chairman of the board of directors of Trustco Group • Tulimekondjo Ruben Iishitle– age 37. Tulimekondjo Holdings, said that this initiative endeavours not only to empower has a Master of Philosophy in Future Studies (long young Namibian women, but to assist in fast tracking a female board term strategic planning) from the University of presence in the boardrooms of the nation. “I want to welcome the newly Stellenbosch and a Bachelor Degree in Economics appointed members for both our main and junior boards to the hub of from the University of Namibia. She is currently Trustco innovation, entrepreneurship and strategic transformation. This employed by the Khomas Regional Council as a unique set of challenges and opportunities will surely produce Deputy Director: Rural Services and is responsible for individuals that will have the strength of will and sense of commitment the implementation and management of income to forge a successful nation and private sector with e cient governance generating and livelihood improvements projects. on all levels. They will follow in a legacy of a long line of Trustconians who broke convention in propelling this group to where it is today, ‘’ Adv. • Lydia Mbahepa – age 35. Lydia has Master of Heathcote said. Business Administration from Bremen University and The newly appointed Junior Board will be tasked, trained and tested on a a Bachelors degree in Business Administration – series of responsibilities and challenges which will require research Strategic marketing management. She is employed capabilities, practical problem solving capacity and the encouragement at the International University of Management as a of strategic thinking. lecturer. The training of young talent for the demanding board room environment already commenced and the intensive Trustco mentorship The Internal Trustco junior board members are: programme will continue at least until May 2019. Their induction and first lesson was conducted by Prof Lana Weldon and encompassed the • Hipa Murangi – age 33. Hipa has a Diploma in principles of King IV and its importance to good corporate governance. Personal Computers Engineering (NQF:6) and a Bachelors degree of Business management (NQF7) www.tgh.na first year. He is currently COO of ICT Learning and Distribution at Trustco and is a member of the Top 40 employees of Trustco. • Jaco Klynsmith – age 33. Jaco has a Diploma in Professional Acting for Camera and BTech Degree (Cum Laude) in Public Relations Management from Cape Peninsula University of Technology. He is appointed as Head of Media at Trustco and serves as a Top 40 member. • Elizabeth Lukas – age 31. Elizabeth has a National Diploma and Bachelors of Technology in Natural Resource obtained from the Polytechnic of Namibia (now NUST) and Nelson Mandela University (NMU) (previous NMMU), South Africa, respectively as well as a Certificate in ISO 14001: Environmental Management System from FIRI. She is currently completing her Masters of Science at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT). She currently holds the position of Environmental O cer at Trustco. • Marlida Jacobs – age 34. Marlida commenced employment at Trustco more than 12 years ago as a debtors clerk. The growth opportunities and challenges at Trustco has made her whole career an exciting and enriching journey. Marlida was appointed to the Trustco Top 40 and has now served 3 consecutive years. Marlida holds the position of acting Head: Treasury. • Katrina Basson – age 34. Katrina is currently enrolled for a Bachelor of Business Administration and holds the position of COO of the regional o ces. She manages and oversees the operations of all the regional o ces in Namibia, is a Top 40 member and has been in the employ of the group for more than 13 years. Trustco would like to take this opportunity to wish its Junior Board all the best for the 12 months ahead. “Being elected as the future custodians of a promising and vibrant Namibian economy will require that you must fly to where there is no limits, in order to reach the greater heights. You will ensure that more individuals share in the growing wealth and improvement of the Namibian House,” Adv. Heathcote said.

6 EDITORIAL 12 July - 18 July 2018 FROM THE NEWS DESK MERJA IILEKAPolicing the police POLICE boss, Lieutenant-General Sebastian Ndei- PIC OF THE DAY tunga, has given his officers a rap on the knuckles, effectively calling for a purge within the Namibian Kurashiki, Japan; A small horse is stranded on a rooftop after floodwaters subsided in the Mabicho district of Kurashiki, Japan. police that will see the weeding out of corrupt and tardy law enforcement agents. THEORY OF INTEREST DESMOND P VAN HEERDEN Ndeitunga has gone on record warning that derelic- tion of duty is an offence that can and will lead to A LOOK AT A WARMER EARTH dismissal from the police force, as those abusing the public trust bestowed on them are tarnishing the im- WE’VE all heard the stories In terms of polar ice sheets, dioxide, nature will amplify Alan Mix of Oregon State age and reputation of the force. about climate change. The Par- they found a significant re- it. A large amount of carbon University. “We can expect While I take my hat off to Ndeitunga for finally pull- is Climate Change conference treat of the Greenland and is currently preserved in peat that sea-level rise could be- ing out the baton, especially in the wake of growing remained in the news over the Antarctic ice sheets during – partly decomposed plant come unstoppable for millen- public concerns and reports of bad service, laziness last two years, first as it aimed those times, giving a global matter. Large peatlands are nia, impacting much of the and the unethical behaviour of some police officers, to limit global temperature in- sea level 6 to 9 meters higher maintained in forests and trop- world’s population, infrastruc- a complete overhaul of the security force can only be creases to 2°C, and again when than currently. In terms of sea ical climates as old plants died ture and economic activity.” achieved if emphasis is placed at the recruitment pro- President Trump withdrew ice, it appears that a reduction and form layers upon layers of “Climate models appear to be cess, while at the same time ensuring that those in the from the accords. Yet even by of more than 50% was seen, them. This makes it the larg- trustworthy for small changes, system receive comprehensive and ongoing sensitisa- the Paris Conference stand- which would indicate much est carbon sink on the planet. such as for low emission sce- tion training. ards, this temperature increase warmer waters. These warmer Peat, however, mostly forms narios over short periods, say In identifying members prepared to safeguard soci- could result in sea level rises temperatures caused changes where it’s wet – it’s a wetland over the next few decades out ety at large, as well as willingness to take a bullet to of between 3 and 6 meters by to the marine plankton eco- phenomenon, after all – and to 2100. But as the change gets protect civilians, religious leaders, the community po- 2100. As it turns out, those cli- system, with a rearrangement with the increase in tempera- larger or more persistent, either licing groups and traditional authorities should be al- mate models may have failed of the surface-level habitat. tures… Well, in the north, peat because of higher emissions, lowed to recommend people from their communities to account for some things… Plankton started to migrate is usually protected by perma- for example a business-as-usu- who possess these qualities. Two weeks ago, a team of re- poleward, and experienced frost in the coldest climates. al-scenario, or because we are As well as conducting a thorough examination of the searchers from 17 countries blooms in surface waters. With widespread permafrost interested in the long term re- candidates’ backgrounds to ensure better performers published a paper in Nature On land there were large thaw, the peat will release sponse of a low emission sce- join the force, new requirements aimed at ridding po- Geoscience, entitled “Palae- changes as well. Most regions more carbon than it absorbs, nario, it appears they underes- lice recruitment of corruption and nepotism must also oclimate constraints on the experienced a poleward shift accelerating global warming. timate climate change,” said be introduced. impact of 2°C anthropogenic of their biomes, as moisture In tropical regions, climates co-author Prof Katrin Meiss- These requirements should not only include mental warming and beyond.” Essen- regimes changed. The Sahara will move, and savannahs will ner, Director of the University and physical fitness training, but should study the tially, what these researchers of New South Wales Climate character formation of the recruits for effective, re- did was study the changes in desert greened, and eventual- expand. Fine-leaved savan- Change Research Centre. sponsive and preventative policing. the paleontological record of ly vanished. The Great Plains nah that’s quite flammable, We here in Namibia have al- While the issue of dirty cops is limited to a small per- the earth (fossils) before and of North America grew arid. especially in warmer weath- ready experienced stranger centage, it is systemic. during the last three times the The tundra and forest bound- er, and will release massive and stranger weather patterns If inherent prejudices, beliefs, stereotypes, attitudes planet experienced climate aries in the Americas and Asia amounts of carbon into the over the last decade. We’ve and biases towards complainants are not removed, it change due to temperature shifted northward by about atmosphere in continent-wide often heard of the so-called will inevitably create a hostile environment that ena- increases in the same range. 200 kilometres. Even here in wildfires if it burns over for- butterfly effect in weather bles a citizens-versus-police mentality. The researchers looked at the Africa, the Nama Karoo and mer peatlands. These fires forecasting – how a butter- Reports currently indicate that most of these biases Holocene Thermal Maximum fine-leaved savannah expand- will devastate the edges of fly flapping its wings in To- are either against women, victims of gender-based (HTM) which occurred be- ed. Across the globe, tropi- tropical forests, slowly turning kyo can cause a rainstorm in crimes, the impoverished or those suffering from tween 5 000 and 9 000 years cal climates and savannahs the entire area into fire-main- Johannesburg – and how it mental illness. ago, the Last Interglacial Pe- expanded as deserts shrunk. tained savannah and grassland shows that long-term weather The police is often the first point of contact for the riod (LIG), occurring about Just these changes could have ecosystems in the wake of forecasting is a pipe dream. distressed. Their role and handling thereafter is criti- 129 000 and 116 000 years profound effects for our cur- natural deforestation. A rap- In more manageable terms, it cal in preventing an escalation of a potential harmful ago, and the Mid-Pliocene rent nations – farmland becom- id run-away change towards explains how small changes situation and restoring order. Warm Period (MPWP), which ing unviable as other countries treeless landscapes will result. in initial conditions can result Sensitisation training should, therefore, focused on occurred about 3.3 to 3 mil- gain them, seafront property in “Even with just 2°C of warm- in widely different outcomes mental health, forensic science, psychology, conflict lion years ago. The HTM and danger – but the fossil record ing -- and potentially just in future. This paper shows resolution and criminology to develop in them the LIG events occurred due to shows the real danger. While 1.5°C -- significant impacts another side to that – small required professionalism, knowledge, skills and atti- changes in the earth’s orbit, humans may be causing an in- on the Earth system are pro- changes now can have dras- tudes in dealing with cases. but the MPWP had occurred crease in atmospheric carbon found,” said co-author Prof tic effects on our planet in As it stands, the law enforcement agencies still re- due to atmospheric carbon future. Yet it also gives us a mains, in the minds of Namibians, a place for those dioxide concentrations of bit of hope. Maybe, by mak- with low education and whose employment options about 350 to 450 parts per ing small changes now to our are limited. million – or about the same world, we can flap our wings, Reforms are needed to change these perceptions and as we have today. Of course, and change the outcome for bring glory back to the once most respected profes- it took quite a bit longer for our planet, and ourselves. sion, as the nation’s law enforcement is crucial in nature to reach those levels. building community trust and reducing crime. By combining data from ice Desmond P van Heerden, cores, fossil records, sediment HonsBComm (Stell) is the EDITORIAL DISCLAIMER layers, radiometric dating Chief Analytics Officer of and other paleoclimate meth- Trustco Group Holdings Ltd.• The newspaper’s views are not necessarily those of our ods, they were able to paint Previous articles available a picture of what a warmer online at http://toi.hopto. advertisers and the views aired in letters are not necessarily earth will look like once glob- org/. 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12 July - 18 July 2018 EDITORIAL 7 FlipsideONE ECONOMY CHRIS JACOBIEFOUNDATION TAKESCENTRE STAGE Cross Red LineThe Fundraising Dinner takes place at atime when the national debate around Courses on Offer THOSE who insist that the Red Line regulates animal health between theinequality and the draft Black Economic northern frontier communities and the rest of Namibia, as well as those whoEmpowerment Framework has become persist to politically abuse the fence to demonise the northern communities,increasingly divisive. are both wrong.This year, we aim to rural and lacks access to WelCome to ConfuCius institute at unam The line must go! ensure that we bring the networks, technol- Registration: Chinese Proficiency Courses Communities experience it differently, it is divisive and does more harmtogether a collective ogy and capital required than good.of successful industry to succeed in the first Mandarin course offered by Confucius Institute at UNAM has become The problem with the Red Line is that it is only red for those who want toleaders to highlight and economy. The majority a credit bearing course under the UNAM academic system from 2015. cross into greater Namibia, but invisible for greater Namibia who can crossshed light on what the of Namibians operate in the frontier to do business at will, acquire cattle and live where they will beFoundation has been the second economy or on Applicants who are not UNAM students are also encouraged to take welcomed as Namibians.able to achieve with their the peripheries of the first the course either in the morning or in the evening for non-degree There is hardly a Namibian who has never been stopped at animal healthsupport. The concept and economy. Our intention is purposes. control points to be searched for meat or meat products. Apart from thetheme is centred around to shape our interventions Food and Mouth Disease breakouts due to the buffalo migration in the Northbeing a “Star” who sheds in a manner where we Registration Semester 2: East there is also no evidence of animal diseases that caused breakouts southstardust on the less fortu- act as a bridge for second Registration dates: 09 - 13 July 2018 of the Red Line.nate, through meaningful economy participants to Registration time: 09:00 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 17:00 Animal health therefore cannot be the only consideration. The most of-change. access the first economy Course starts on: 16 July 2018 fensive part of the fence is that anyone who passes the Mururani, Werda or through structured and Oshivello gates cannot help but be reminded of the dark days of war when itONE is registered as a targeted interventions. Duration: was to control people and movement. Independence is now longer than theSection 21 Company in 6 hours per week, 13 - 14 weeks per semester. struggle has been, but the fence cannot block the images and memories ofterms of the Namibian  The One Economy the contract labour system or erase the memories off the dark days of bloodyCompanies Act. Due to Foundation has been in Courses on Offer: conflict.our community work, existence for two years • Basic Mandarin Chinese Level 1 / Level 2 / Level 3 / Level 4 The Red Line is unjust and unfair. If Namibians did not know better,we are also registered and we believe we have • Bank Training Course they could have suspected that it is deliberate and a protection of ancientas a Social Welfare made a significant impact Students who complete the course successfully will be awarded economic interests.Organisation (WO468). in the thinking around certificates as follows: If the veterinary fence protects the lucrative export markets for NamibianONE concerns itself sustainable measures to beef, those farmers locked out from the export and markets south of the Redwith the dual economy remove those stuck in the Certificate Test HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) and Levels Line, because of stringent international veterinary regulations, are surelyin Namibia, where one vicious cycle of poverty also entitled to protection.economy is prosperous which is increasingly be- Courses HSK Vocabularies CEF* Duration/hours A form of protection could be to reserve tenders for meat and meat prod-and urban, with ready coming generational. The BMC 1 HSK Level 1 150 A1 84 ucts to schools, hospitals, and the various institutions of the state exclusivelyaccess to a developed One Economy Foundation BMC 2 HSK Level 2 300 A2 168 for the northern producers that are locked out from the lucrative marketseconomic, physical and (ONE), therefore, aims to BMC 3 HSK Level 3 600 B1 252 available to the southern producers.technological infrastruc- play its part in contribut- BMC 4 HSK Level 4 1200 B2 336 The Red Line hampers the optimal development of the national animalture. The second economy ing towards the National resource.is informal, township or agenda in addressing More worrying is that Namibia’s sovereignty can be compromised, social inequality. because there is no incentive to secure the border fences with especially An- gola. The Red Line stands in the way of a unitary, sovereign and independ- BMC: Basic Mandarin Chinese, CEF: The Common European Framework ent Namibia. Surely, Namibia and Angola -- with new governments and leaders with Registration fee: overwhelming support -- can come to an agreement on buffer zones on both UNAM students is N$ 500 per semester sides of the borders that will not impact on normal people’s movement, but Non-UNAM students N$ 750 per semester will act as a screen for animal movement. NB: Tuition is free Moreover, a bi-partite animal health programme on the frontiers will improve the health of all livestock and push disease-prone areas and animals Registration: Mandarin Chinese for the Bankers/Banking Officials back into the countries of origin and in the end wipe out illnesses that do not have to pose a danger to national herds or markets. Duration and pricing: It is an open secret that subsistence and communal farmers in Namibia, north of the Red Line, are importing cattle from south of the Red Line to im- Packages Durations Total hours Price prove the quality of their herds, but receive little reward for improving the national stock and their own. Package1 8 hours /per week, 4 weeks 32 N$2 560 Life in the frontier provinces of Angola, Zambia and Botswana and the rest of the Namibian regions is different from the rest of the country, but not so Package 2 8 hours/ per week, 8 weeks 64 N$5 100 different that the meat that is consumed every day in one region cannot be eaten in another. Prime Namibian beef is the nations pride from whatever Package 3 8 hours/per week, 12 weeks 96 N$7 500 corner of the country. Beef for some is beef for none. The Red Line should vanish. The “why” of the Red Line cannot be How to apply: changed, but the future of it must, because it does matter on so many fronts. • Certified copy of student card if you are a UNAM Student or your ID. Namibians must find common ground on how soon practical measures • Complete an application form in the office N107 at the Main can be implemented to tear down that fence and erect proper fences on all Namibian borders. Campus. One of the reasons of failing to have a proper Namibian/Angolan border For more information, please contact: fence might be that it was always unilateral and ignoring local knowledge and Tel: +264 (0) 61 206 3193 / 3955 or +264 (0) 61 206 4762 support throught consultations and respect for tradition and a way of life. E-mail: [email protected] ; or [email protected] The Angolan neighbours should be thanked for availing grazing and water to northern Namibian communities during the devastating drought that hit www.unam.edu.na Namibia the past three years and might surface again. More cattle were saved by the rangelands of Southern Angola than died in the Northern grazing lands of Namibia, and more lives were saved by Namibian clinics and hospitals than Angolans who died because of a lack of clinics in regions of the northern neighbour. This need not to be disrupted. While the younger generation might not know the Red Line, the older generation despises it, because of the indignity it presents in the 28th year of a hard won Indpendence, to live behind a fence. The Red Line cuts the Namibian population in half, right through the heart of nationhood. The Red Line creates a false perception of animal health control, but hides division and tribalism that lurks amongst communities. The horrible truth is that cattle regarded as inferior, because they are from north of the Red Line, leave their owners feeling just as inferior. The Red Line should move to the Angolan border so that the last vestiges and temptations to retreat into reservations in the rest of the traditional areas south of the Red Line are dismantled. A free Namibia is where people can move freely with their most valuable possession, even if it is only a cow. It will take money and time, but it is time to start, because Namibia is one.

8 BUSINESS 12 July - 18 July 2018BUSINESSMARKET RECAP WEEKLY market review International Commodity prices on slope 04 July to 10 July 2018 MINING A SERIOUS NSX STOCKS CODE PRICE % VOLUME VALUE MARKET CAP CONCERN – BON TRUSTCO GROUP TUC/TTO 9.97 5.06% 149 1 417 8 285 HOLDINGS LTD NAMIBIA BREWERIES NBS 45.00 0.04% 16 719 9 315 LETSHEGO HOLDINGS - NAM LHN 4.00 - 147 588 2 000 NAMIBIA ASSET NAM 0.64 - - - 136DOWN UP MANAGEMENT LTD STIMULUS INVESTMENT SILP 121.29 - - - 564 LIMITED NIMBUS INFRASTRUCTURE NUSP 11.01 - - - 116 LIMITED AGRA LTD AGR 1.48 - 49 72 151 NICTUS HOLDINGS - NAM NHL 1.80 - 2 4 95 FIRSTRAND NAMIBIA FNB 44.97 (0.02%) 3 132 12 052 LIMITED ORYX PROPERTIES LTD ORY 20.19 (0.05%) 67 1 356 1 575 BIDVEST NAMIBIA LTD BVN 7.77 (0.13%) 2 12 1 647 CAPRICORN INVESTMENT CGP 17.17 (0.35%) 3 44 8 877 GROUPCOMMODITIES PRICE % GLOBAL INDICES PRICE %BRENT CRUDE OIL 78.88 1.44% NSX LOCAL 620 (0.05%)GOLD 1 256.40 0.38% NSX ALL SHARE 1 312 1.90%PLATINUM 846.00 0.23% JSE TOP 40 51 561 0.97% S&P 500 2 794 2.97%FOREIGN EXCHANGE PRICE % UK FTSE 100 7 692 1.30% EURO STOXX 50 3 473 1.97%N$ PER US$ 13.33 (2.56%) HANG SENG 28 682 0.48% Zorena Jantze to cease production completely as growth rates to the fact that variousN$ PER £ 17.78 (1.44%) their operations remain unprofit- subsectors such as gold and copperN$ PER € 15.76 (1.14%) THE Bank of Namibia (BoN) has able. With regard to diamond are currently operating around their voiced concern over the diamond mining, the report stated that design capacities, leaving the zincTHE local market was active this Pound, to close at N$17.78 per GBP. It and uranium mining industries, the industry grew by 10.9% in and lead subsector to drive thisweek, with the NSX Local index down closed at N$15.76 against the Euro, a as outlined in its July economic 2018, which is a slowdown from growth during 2018 and 2019.0.05% at 620, and the NSX Overall loss of 1.14%. outlook report, which noted that 12.0% in 2017. This sector is thenIndex up 1.9% to close at 1312. As at Bank of Namibia released its July 2018 risks to domestic growth include expected to contract by 5.3% in Commenting on the overall10 July, FNB Namibia was the largest Economic Outlook last week, indicat- a slow recovery in international 2019 due to lower production from performance of the economy, thelocal company on the exchange, with ing that they believe the Namibian commodity prices, and expected onshore mines during that year. The report stated that Namibia’s realmarket capitalization of N$12 billion, economy will grow by 0.6% in 2018, slow demand from Namibia’s key lowered production levels emanate GDP growth is projected to im-followed by Namibia Breweries with before improving further in 2019. They trading partners. from the expected closure of Eliza- prove from -0.8% in 2017 to 0.6%N$9.3 billion, Capricorn Investment expect the recovery in 2018 will be beth Bay mine near Lüderitz by the in 2018.Group with N$8.8 billion, and Trustco mainly due to projected improvements The report detailed that uranium end of this year.Group Holdings with N$8.2 billion. in transport and communications, mining is projected to grow by The growth projections areTrustco Group Holdings lead the mar- electricity and water and manufactur- 7.5% in 2018, down from 23.4% The report, however, stated that weaker than the 1.4% and 2.1%ket this week, with growth of 5.06% ing, coupled with slower contractions in 2017. DebMarine Namibia is expected to forecasted during February 2018,to close at N$9.97 per share. Namibia for the construction and the wholesale increase output significantly in the reflecting the disappointing growthBreweries took second place, closing and retail trade sectors. The mining The estimated slowdown during medium term, keeping the growth rate for 2017 that was published inat N$45.00, with growth of 0.05%. In sector is also projected to continue 2018 is attributed to the halting outlook for diamond mining posi- the Preliminary National Accountsterms of volume, Trustco Group was supporting the domestic economy, of production at Langer Heinrich tive from 2021 going forward. for 2017.in the lead with N$1.4 million worth albeit with less vigour than in the prior uranium mine, which has been putof shares traded, with Oryx Properties years. However, a slow recovery in Na- under care and maintenance. Also feeling the brunt of eco- The report further deliberated thatgrabbing second place with N$1.3 mil- mibia’s trading partners, low uranium nomic headwinds, growth for the earlier expectations about growthlion worth of shares traded. The local prices, the undue volatility of the The report further stressed that metal ores sector is projected at in the uranium sub-sector have alsocurrency gained 2.56% against the US Namibia Dollar and uncertainty about the persistently low international 7.6% in 2018, which is a slowdown been lowered, given the sustainedDollar, to close at N$13.33 per USD, weather conditions could still stymie price of uranium may cause more from 9.9% recorded in 2017. weakness in the international ura-and gained 1.44% against the British growth going forward. uranium mines to either reduce or nium prices and domestic produc- The report attributed the slower ers’ response to it. Vendors selling at night menaced by copsRELENTLESS: Vendors at the Havana informal settlement. Photo: Zorena Jantze Zorena Jantze Sarah Siame, one such vendor, search for a job. Shiwedha added however, noted that despite their that he makes a minimum of N$40 WHILE many residents of Wind- hardships, life isn’t so bad as she a day selling sausages he cuts into hoek close for business as the sun is able to put bread on the table by pieces, for N$1 per piece. “I came sets, vendors selling at the Havana selling uncooked Mopani warms. here because I didn’t want to sit informal settlement have been around and depend on my elders braving cold Namibian nights, Siame explained that she arrived back home, or be considered as sometimes till 22:00 to make ends from Zambia two years ago, and unemployed. This is work for me,” meet. that she now lives alone in a shack Shiwedha remarked. she erected at the settlement, When Informanté visited the adding that her quality of life has According to the Namibian scene, some of the vendors took drastically improved compared to Statistics Agency (NSA), about being approached by media fear- in Zambia, and that Namibians are 10.7% of Namibia’s total popula- fully, as they relayed that the generally not xenophobic. tion live below the poverty line, police sometimes chase them away earning less than N$389 per as their stalls have been illegally Another vendor, Michael Shi- month, an amount unadjusted to erected. wedha, age 19, explained that he Namibia’s rising food inflation came to Windhoek from Rundu levels. after dropping out of school in ONGWEDIVA ANNUAL TRADE FAIR Special Informanté Rates, EXCEACLULTOIVUERSSTAOLDEASY! 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12 July - 18 July 2018 BUSINESS 9RED LINE PUSHESEconomist weigh in on cordon fence removal Add security to protectBUTTONS informationRECENT comments by President Dr Hage Geingob that the removal of the redl ine orVeterinary Cordon Fence (VCF) could maximise Namibia’s beef exports, especiallywith the recent signing of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), hasevoked debate within industry that this could be both detrimental and positive tothe Namibian beef industry. Zorena Jantze their cattle. “Cattle is still often new fence along the Angolan SECURITY FIRST: André le Roux, Public Relations Manager at Bank Windhoek. seen as an asset in itself and not a border will prevent Namibian Photo contributedLocal economic analyst, Klaus product that is being sold to gener- communal farmers from accessingSchade, said that removing the ate a cash income. grazing areas in Southern Angola Business Reporter account. This ensures that your onlinered line could potentially open which is a wide-spread practice account stays within your control,” saysmarkets with stringent veterinary Additional supply of cattle from especially during the dry season, IN the digitally connected era, hack- André le Roux, Public Relations Man-requirements, such as the EU , the northern communal areas which would increase the pressure ers are always on the lookout to gain ager at Bank Windhoek.China and the USA, to farm- will support the meat processing on the grazing areas in Northern access to valuable private information.ers from north of the red line as industries (abattoirs, etc.) and can Namibia. For safety and security of information, He added that Bank Windhoek’s iBankcurrently these lucrative markets result in new business opportuni- it is always a good idea for people to be platform also employs an additional layeraccept only meat from the foot- ties, such as canned meat or ready- “It could require the reduction in proactive by adding an extra layer of pro- of protection with its E-Secure Token.and-mouth disease free areas south made foods,” Schade stated. the number of livestock in order tection to their online accounts. This device provides a “One-Time-PIN”of the cordon fence. to avoid an increase in overgraz- (OTP), which should be used to access He stressed that removing of the ing and degradation of the grazing Since passwords are not entirely reli- the Internet Banking site, together with a He, however, stressed that it fence implies that a new fence will areas. Agricultural extension able, protective tool such as a Two-Step username and password.has to be ensured that the quality be erected along the border with services need to be extended to verification or authentication can guardof the meat is in line with the Angola in order to prevent the inform communal farmers for in- information. Each OTP is only valid for a singleexpectations in these markets and spread of foot-and-mouth disease stance about market opportunities, session. Therefore, the E-Secure Tokenmoreover, farmers north of the and other livestock diseases to quality standards and the livestock A Two-Step authentication process asks should be used to generate an OTP withfence have to be willing to sell south of the fence, which would breeds. This would ensure that for more than just a password. It requires every login. jeopardise the livestock sector. farmers produce what the market information only privy to clients such as demands and hence farmers will a password or a personal belonging. Services which offer Two-Step veri- Schade further noted that the generate an income,” Schade fication include Google/Gmail ; Apple; stressed. “Two-step, or two-factor authentica- Facebook; Twitter; Dropbox; Evernote; tion protects your accounts by requiring Microsoft Accounts; Yahoo! Mail; Already making strides in you to provide an additional piece of LinkedIn and WordPress etc. procuring its beef to dominating information after you give your password world markets, Meatco spokesper- to get access to your account. In the most “This list is not exhaustive, but if you son, Rosa Tobias stated that under common implementation, after cor- are aware that some of your online ac- the US export rules, Namibia is rectly entering your password, an online counts offer this service, it would be in eligible to export to the US bone- service will send you a text message your best interest to do so. If you don’t less, not ground, beef raw products with a unique string of numbers that you already have two-step authentication such as primal cuts, chucks, blade, will need to slot in to get access to your enabled on your all your accounts, you and beef trimmings. really need to turn it on for all sensitive data stored online,” Le Roux concluded. She added that currently the la-INTRICATE MATTER: Photo for illustrative purpose only. Photo contributed bels for export to that country and City of Windhoek price negotiations with logistics ship-liners are in place and cur- Vision: To be a SMART and Caring City by 2022 rently underway. PUBLIC NOTICE Tobias stated that Meatco intends BUS FARE INCREASE to export 860 000 kilograms of beef in the first year and increase to 5,7 million kg by the fifth year. Namibia’s beef will, according to the US Ambassador, Lisa Johnson, be Namibia’s main export to America because the majority of products are ineligible for the market, as required by the African Growth and Opportunity Act, which promotes duty-free market access to the US to help African countries improve economic rela- tions between them and America.Business Climate slightly contracts Business Reporter deficit for the second quarter of The City of Windhoek hereby informs the public, municipal bus commuters and entire residents of 2018, driven by reduced imports Windhoek that as from 9th July 2018, the Municipal Bus Fare will increase as follows:THE IJG Business Climate Moni- and strong earnings from primarytor declined slightly in May 2018, sector exports such as minerals and • Smart card fare per trip N$ 6.50falling from 51.94 to 51.53 points. fish. • Cash fare per trip N$ 7.50The leading indicator declined for athird consecutive month, dropping Hopwood also noted that a All Passengers travelling with Municipal buses are required to obtain receipts from bus drivers everyfrom 43.75 to 39.58 points. gradual decline in the number of time they enter the bus in exchange of their payments with immediate effect. Namibian cattle marketed was Despite a brief recovery early witnessed, although year-to-date Any passenger not in position of a receipt will be regarded as an illegal passenger in the bus andin 2018, the leading indicator has figures are up 14%. the Bus Inspectors or City Police Officers will demand payment for the trip or he/she will ask you tobeen under the 50-point line for leave the bus.the past 21 months, indicating eco- “Almost three quarters of mar-nomic contraction. The leading in- keted cattle continue to be exported In cases where the drivers refuse to provide a passenger with a receipt, he/she should be reporteddicator last recorded a value above live to South Africa, a significant to the inspector or city police officer at the nearest checkpoint.50 points in September 2016. loss of value addition that could be captured in the domestic value Your cooperation is highly appreciated. Of the 31 indicators monitored, chain. Growth in private sector13 showed an improvement, while credit extension remains weak, TOUGH TIMES: Graham Hopwood Issued by: Enquiries:the remaining 18 indicators con- with month-on-month household from the IPPR. Photo contributedtracted. mortgage loans contracting,” Hop- Office of the Chief Executive Officer Department of Urban & Transport Planning wood stated. Corporate Communication, Marketing and Public Participation Officer: Customer Care Graham Hopwood, Director Engelard Nowasebof the Institute for Public Policy He further expanded that month- Tel: +264 61 290 2365 / 2044Research (IPPR), stated that the on-month household and business Fax: +264 61 290 2344 Tel: +264 61 290 3378ongoing depreciation of the Rand instalment credit contracted as E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] stronger commodity prices well, reflected in new vehicle salescontinue to benefit the local mining that remain low, which is indica-industry, particularly diamonds, tive of consumers holding on togold and copper. He added that the vehicles they own and generalpreliminary trade data indicates net repayments of debt rather thanthe likelihood of a narrower trade taking on new debt.

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12 July - 18 July 2018 ADVERT 11 NEWSFLASH - INDUCTION RUNDU - The Institute for Open Learning’s regional office in Rundu is hosting an induction session on Saturday 21 July. All study courses and the newly established IOL Vocational Training Centre will be discussed and you have the opportunity to learn so much more about the advantages of distance learning. Contact Priscah Simasiku to reserve a space: RUNDU 066-255 066 Keep your eye out for upcoming events in next week’s Focus.WALVIS BAY INDUCTION - FAQsQuestion 1: Should the students do students have enough time to plan and book credits. You have two examination creditsobservation of the School Based Studies according to the dates on the examination for each subject. You will be allowed a freeduring their first week of their SBS? timetable. Booking to write the examinations examination re-write if you fail a subject. YouAnswer: It is advised that students observe should be done immediately within one week will have to apply and pay to re-write for thatduring the first week of SBS, especially if in of the assignment results being released. You specific subject should the examination betheir first phase of SBS. This is also the time will receive a sms notification as soon as the failed for the second time. Rewrite applicationto complete page 8 and 9, number 7.1 and booking period opens; it will contain end dates forms are available at all IOL offices.7.2 namely ‘Effective learning environment of when you will be able to book. All bookings Supplementary Examinations may only beobservation sheet’ in two (2) different classes should be done via the Student Portal. The written if you provide a Medical Certificateand to ask the teachers questions with regards registration period will be closed after a week. (in the case of absence during the Augustto some of the topics. You risk forfeiting one examination credit per examination) or if you obtained 45% or 49% subject should you, after booking, fail to turn in the examinations. Should you not write aQuestion 2: Is it possible for IOL to present the up to write the subject without a valid reason. subject/subjects due to medical reasons ortimetable to students before the booking? Valid reasons are authenticated only by the due to a close relative passing on, you willAnswer: A draft timetable will be made submission of a Medical Certificate. be required to submit a Death Certificateavailable to all the regional offices at least four within three days after your last subject wasweeks before the examination. The timetable Question 3: Does the Supplementary written. Close relatives include your mother,will be available on the Student Portal as soon Examination also use credits? father, sibling, own child, spouse, or immediateas the examination booking period opens. Answer: Yes, any examination including grandparents.The booking period is at least a week, so that Supplementary Examination uses examination In depth presentations were delivered The SBS Tutor engaging with students Students receiving promotional items Opening of the Walvis Bay Induction Ceremony Students enquiring about courses WALVIS BAY INDUCTION Thank you to the over 60 students who attended the Walvis Bay Induction on 7 July 2018. We are encouraging all students and non–students to come in numbers for upcoming Inductions. Residents of the Walvis Bay area are all invited and welcome to visit our office for more information. Here’s what’s in store for you at the InductionThe purpose of the Induction initiative is to take all As an IOL student, attendance to Inductions is at no extra • Student PortalIOL students through the IOL processes. You will be charge. 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12 ENTERTAINMENT 12 July - 18 July 2018ENTERTAINMENTGHOST TOWNSArcheological wonders in the Land of the BraveINSPIRE EXHIBITIONIN Helga Kohls’ latest exhibition titled‘Perspectives’, derelict buildings anddeserted desert towns become the pho-tographer’s muse, with buildings longdecayed and crumbling casting rays ofsunlight through broken spaces, and wallswith eroded doorways leading to aridmonochromatic vistas. Zorena Jantze to West Germany in 1958, ABANDONED: Some of the photograph from Helga Kohls exhibition, ‘Perspectives’. where she obtained herThe exhibition, which Diploma in Photography. Atlantic Coast of Namibia adorns the viewer with sweeping the gaze through the rainy season because I like, I go at different will be on show until She has been actively and works on contempo- light photography as many the building to a source of the light is softer and we times to look at the site.14 July, forms part of the engaged in the realm of art rary architecture. works are composed to be luminous sunlight. have more clouds. When I then think about how toworld-renowned analogue in Namibia since 1970. viewed from left to right I find a building which document it before I shootphotography series. Through her lens, Kohl “In Namibia, I prefer the photograph,” Kohl In the Perspectives ex- explained. Born in Silesia, Poland hibition, Kohl showcasesin 1943, Kohl immigrated two series of photographs Although they have of ghost towns on the been long abandoned, the inside of buildings in Yes, she can Kolmanskop stand stark with bright hues against From the bank that is dedicated to building a better the ocean of sand that Namibia, comes Women in Business Banking. threatens to drown them, evoking traces of the A unique financial solution created to recognise vibrant lives that once Namibian women entrepreneurs in the SME and inhabited the town. Commercial markets. This solution is designed to support women as they lead the way to a better In addition, Kohl also features photographs of future for all. Elizabeth Bay, a mining town abandoned in 1931. To find out more, go to www.bankwindhoek.com.na It. however, had all build- or SMS “women” to 29462 and a consultant ings maintained until 1940 will call you back. with doors and windows stripped away. #OwnIt Kohl mused that this de- struction, together with the erosion of the walls into a threadbare lattice, has a harrowing impact as it reveals the inequities of the facilities of the mine work- ers, which had once been kept from view by solid walls and closed doors. She added that this is reinforced by the light streaming through por- tions of the roof which had been stripped bare. Destitute and reminis- cent of shipwrecks with rotten sails that linger on the horizon, Kohls exhibi- tion showcases to viewers the archeological wonders the Land of the Brave has to offer.TUNE IN FORCOMMUNITY CHAT:10:30 - Thursdays on In the MixRegional Frequencies Dirk Kleinschmidt: Bertha Vatileni Clyde Siririka Luisa Nghidengua105.6FM - Oshana Region Presenter Ongwediva Gobabis Walvis Bay105.9FM - Otjiwarongo, Outjo104FM - Mariental88.2FM - Keetmanshoopwww.mixedradio.naOshana Region: Eenhana, Epuku, Oshikango, Okalongo, Ongongo,Oshikuku, Okahao, Olukonda, Ondangwa, Ongwediva, Oshakati

12 July - 18 July 2018 ENTERTAINMENT 13 ENTERTAINMENT NEVILLE BASSON STRIKE A POSE: From left to right: Contestants Anna Shiweda, Miss Namibia 2018, Selma Kamanya and Wilri van Taak.  Photo: Marthina Mutanga Flenkie Flenkie!GMEISTSTINNAGMTIOBKIAN2O0W18Encouraging education for women is a personal goalCROWNED Miss Namibia 2018, 21-year-old Selma Kamanya stole the hearts As opposed to ending the obliga- In the voice of Sam Nujoma: “On behalfof the crowd and judges at a fully-packed Country Club Resort in Windhoek tion I have toward the develop- of the Swapo Party, the President ofon Saturday. ment in the country after the first Namibia, the armed forces of the Namibian year, I plan on continuation and government, Ndilimanii, the brave Plan Zorena Jantze never refused anyone that has that evoke progression. I am pas- expansion even after my reign Fighters of the liberation struggle, Iipumbu asked him to help them, even if he sionate about artistic expression. I ends. Making sure attention is ya Shilongo, the Ongulumbashe base ofAstudent at the Namibia didn’t have very much. He sees am passionate about conversations paid to areas such as educa- 1966, we want to congratulate comrade University of Science and the best in people and often push- that inspire, and that bring about tion, through more allocation of Frankie Fredericks on his achievements inTechnology (NUST), Kamanya es them to see the potential within change and innovation. I value donations to vocational centers, becoming a national hero of Namibia .”will represent Namibia at the themselves. Although betrayed by learning from people that have a as well as free primary, second- Yes, if Tate Kulu was to send FrankieMiss Universe and Miss World many, he still has the courage to ary and tertiary education. I plan a congratulatory message for all hispageants. Clarise van der Vyver forgive and to love again. lot to teach in terms of their to help women by encouraging achievements, that is definitely what heand Kabuba Namukokoba were experiences in life. education amongst women and would have said today. Kyk sowaar, as adeclared the first and second Q: If you were able to meet any Q: What are your providing them the knowledge Namibian I am extremely proud today torunners-up, respectively, while one person in the world, who plans for the next of the tools they need in order to see that Frankie’s contribution towards thisAlexis van der Merwe and Wilri would it be and why? five years and how make better lives for themselves. country is finally recognised! This man hasvan Taak made it to the top five. do you plan to I plan on raising awareness on done so much, and what I’m mostly happy A: I would love to have met achieve them? the topic of climate change, for is the fact that finally, finally, finally The young and vibrant Kamanya Nelson Mandela. Firstly, I would A: For the next encouraging individuals to someone who has nothing to do with politics,shared a bit about who she is, love to thank him. Thank him for five years I plan take heed to their own moral nor the liberation struggle is recognised asher passions and plans during the sacrifices he has made, sac- to make the footprints and understanding the a national hero with a statue to pay homageher reign as Miss Namibia with rifices he made that now enables most out of impact that we all have toward to his achievements. We will forever beInformanté. me, a person with my heritage, to my reign. the deterioration of the planet, grateful to all Namibians who fought during take part in a competition such as and in doing so, encourage the liberation struggle, mara sowaar, after Q: Who is Selma Kamaya? this one. He is the true mean- healthier lifestyles and more 28 years acknowledging someone outside A: I am a 21-year-old mul- ing of altruism, and the manufacturing altogether. Apart those perimeters is just a breath of fresh air.tifaceted individual far from ultimate example to me, from the philanthropic aspect, I I remember him as a teenager as we werehaving arrived at my goals, and a of humanitarianism plan to further my education, by running around the streets of Katutura, thecontinuous work-in-progress. I do, and philanthropy. obtaining my Honours degree guy was always just fast, fast, fast. Duringhowever, strive toward excellence He forgave in economics and eventually my school athletics meetings we made surein all I do and have a teachable without being Masters degree. that you had Frankie in your team, want diespirit, meaning that I am willing bitter, even bliksem doen alles. High jump, verspring,and ready to learn. I was raised in though he Q: What is your message to 100m, 200m, gewigstoot, javelin. Some of usPort Nolloth. right- young girls and women in Na- stripped our moer so much because he would Q: Who is your role model and fully could mibia? dominate events so much, ons kry nie kanswho has inspired you and why? have, and nie ti’tse. Ja mara sobiso, enough with this A: My father. Growing up, relinquished his A: Above all else, value your- Frankie, Frankie, praise singing. Sobiso, Imy father has been the biggest right to hurt people, because self. Believe that you are worth should have beaten him last year when I raninspiration to me, as well as my they have hurt and disadvantaged it and act accordingly. Your the 100m race against him...he pushed mebiggest influence. My father is an him and his people. He is the true dreams are valid, and are just that moegoe! En ja, I went through emotionaluneducated man, however, I’ve embodiment of power, grace and as important as anybody else’s. issues also, the bank repossessed my car, mynever lacked. He is aware of this humility, as well as love and Follow them. Mentally emanci- side chick had a pregnancy scare, I had foodsystematic ‘disability’ that he has, compassion. He is a revolution- pate yourself from oppression poisoning from a certain kapana spot! Takingand because of this has always ary icon, never to be forgot- and the titles society has labeled into account all these things, how can I runpushed me to be better. He values ten. you, you are not the perspective a proppa race against Frankie!? I think therethe respect of his elders so much. of everyone else. You are queens are events and people in our history whoHe has the biggest heart, and has Q: What are you passionate and gems, the mothers of the equally needs a statue as recognition to what about? they have achieved in this country. Ja ek sê earth, please make it a priority so, Frankie se hele heupe, hy moenie kom I am passionate about things to know your worth. alleen shine vang hierso nie! Joseph Kauandenge: Frankie will never be able not match the versatility of this man. From employee at a local hotel, getting fired for sending a fax, becoming a politician, backtracks to rather become an award winning music artist called “Jossy “, leaving that and going back to politics, joining the DTA, then Nudo, back to DTA and then Nudo...ja, ja, ja, whatever...he needs a statue at Herero Mall at the Kommando! Siwelewele: Now this song came out just after Independence. That prison guard in that song almost lost his job doing a Wamboe pantsula in that video. A Siwelewele statue must be erected at the entrance of Gobabis. Haal daai Brahman bul k*k weg daarso! Hadino Hishongwa glasses: Those glasses are legendary, they could spot Koevoet fighters at a range of 200km. Google that name, if you see his glasses with that “warm kam” hairstyle you would understand why he needs a statue! This country would never have achieved independence without those glasses! Statue please! So Frankie, moet jou nie kom warm hou hieso nie, Kauandenge is my hero!

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16 SPORT 12 July - 18 July 2018 SPORTTHE ROCK HYPEDDeterminedto bringtitlehomeFOR ASIA FIGHT NAMIBIA’S former world champion, Paulus ‘The Rock’ Ambunda, has been given a second chance in boxing after it was an- nounced that he will soon step into the ring to fight for the vacant IBO super bantamweight world title. Aili Iilonga The fight, considered the biggest fight of his boxing career, will take place in Singapore in 29 September against Muhamad ‘The Chosen One’ Rid- hwan.Informanté exclusively spoke to Ambunda, who promised his fans that he will bring the title back home. “I am very happy and excited about the fight. It is every boxer’s dream to fight for a world title and I am very confi- dent that I will win the title,” he said. He added that though his opponent is much younger and looks hungrier for success, he knows the endurance needed in preparing for a world title. “I will not leave any stone unturned and I must make sure that I win that title as I know the pain and hard work that goes into preparing for a world title,” he said. The 37-year-old former WBO bantam- weight champion holds a record of 26 wins and two losses with 11 of those by knockout.bAethrleewteasrdteod tTeruamstco supports Craven Week Eba Kandovazu THE Under-13 Namibian Craven Week rugby team received a sponsorship in the form of T-shirts from Trustco Group Holdings (TGH) in support of their participa-CABINET on Wednesday approved the National tion in the renowned Craven Week in Kimberly, South Africa. The Craven WeekSports Reward Policy. The new policy provides is the greatest annual rugby tournament for schoolboys in South Africa’s foura reward to Namibian athletes who participate in provinces, as well as Namibia and Zimbabwe, since July 1964. It is named after thelocal and international sport events, through the legendary Springbok rugby union player and coach Dr Danie Craven. In the photo isNamibia Sports Commission. Neville Basson, Head Communication for TGH, handing the T-shirts to Rialdo van Wyk, the team manager. Information Minister, Stanley Simataa, saidthat funds will be used for the preparation ofathletes, participation and rewards for athleteswho have won. The policy covers the Olympicsand Paralympics, world championships, Com-monwealth Games, All Africa Games, AfricanChampionships and Special Olympics competi-tions. “Individual athletes who win Gold medals inboth the Olympic and Paralympic games willget N$200 000, Silver medalists will receiveN$150 000 and Bronze medalists, N$100 000.The coaches of these athletes in the two cat-egories will get N$80 000, N$60 000 and N$40000,” Simataa said. The minister noted that the new policy willabandon the system of government promisingathletes rewards, but that they would only getthem after long periods. The rewards, he said,will be for amateur athletes because profession-als are paid through another system. Professional athletes who win Gold med-als will receive N$800 000, with the coachesreceiving N$400 000 and silver medalists willreceive N$500 000, while the coaches getN$200 000. Bronze medalists will get N$350 000, whilethe coaches get N$100 000. According to Simataa, the bestowment oforder of merit is for those who are deserving, inline with the national honours system.