Tag: Windhoek
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Unam Faces Student Housing Crisis as Applications Far Exceed Available Beds
Overview of the Crisis at Unam The University of Namibia (Unam) is facing a significant student housing crisis as demand for on-campus accommodation far outpaces supply. For the 2026 academic year, roughly 2,389 students have submitted applications for only 1,150 available beds at Unam’s Main Campus in Windhoek. This stark gap highlights the pressure on…
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Namibia Police Seek Public Help to Trace Suspect in Vehicle Theft Case and Missing Man
Police Request Public Assistance to Trace Wanted Suspect in Vehicle Theft Case The Namibian Police have issued a public appeal seeking information that could lead to the location and arrest of a suspect connected to a vehicle theft case in Windhoek. Law enforcement officials stated that the individual is considered dangerous and should not be…
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Namibian Police Seek Public Help: Vehicle Theft Suspect and Missing Man
Overview The Namibian Police are calling on the public to assist in two urgent cases: locating a suspect linked to a vehicle theft in Windhoek and tracing a man reported missing from Tsumeb earlier this month. Authorities stress that information from the community can significantly aid investigations and help bring both cases to a swift…
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Police Seek Public Help to Trace Suspect and Missing Man
The Namibian Police have issued a fresh appeal for public help in tracing two people connected by separate incidents this month: a suspect wanted in a vehicle theft case in Windhoek and a man reported missing in Tsumeb earlier this month. Police spokespersons emphasized that information from the public could prove decisive in resolving both…
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German Embassy Outsources Schengen Visas to TLS Contact
New Arrangement Aims to Speed Up Schengen Visa Processing The German Embassy in Windhoek has announced a major operational change for applicants seeking Schengen visas. Starting mid-January, the embassy will outsource the handling of visa applications to a private service provider, TLS Contact. The move is designed to streamline the process, reduce waiting times, and…
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German Embassy Outsources Schengen Visa to TLS Contact Windhoek
Overview The German Embassy in Windhoek is outsourcing the handling of Schengen visa applications to a private service provider, TLS Contact, starting in mid-January. This move aims to reduce waiting times, offer more predictable processing, and provide applicants with a clearer and more convenient path to obtain a German or Schengen visa from Namibia. What…
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German Embassy Windhoek Outsources Schengen Visa
Overview: Outsourcing Schengen Visa Applications in Windhoek The German Embassy in Windhoek has announced a significant change to how Namibian residents apply for Schengen visas. Starting mid-January, the embassy will outsource the handling of Schengen visa applications to a private service provider, TLS Contact. The move aims to reduce waiting times, improve appointment scheduling, and…
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Namibia Mourns Cindy the Baboon: Social Media Star Dies at 31
A beloved figure in Namibia’s online world The country is bidding farewell to Cindy, a Namibian baboon who rose to social media stardom and touched the hearts of thousands. Cindy died on Sunday at the age of 31, a remarkable lifespan for a wild primate that was nurtured into an extraordinary life alongside humans. Her…
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Cindy the Namibian Baboon: Social Media Star Remembered After 31-Year Life
Tributes Pour In for Cindy, a Global Social Media Sensation The Namibian baboon known to millions as Cindy has died at the age of 31, prompting an outpouring of tributes across social media and wildlife communities. Cindy wasn’t just a local curiosity; she was a symbol of how human and animal lives can intersect in…
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Windhoek Building Approvals Dip in November, Signals Slower Construction Momentum
November Building Approvals in Windhoek Fall Short of October Windhoek’s construction activity showed signs of cooling in November as the City Council approved 153 building plans valued at N$123.9 million. This marks a decrease of 33 approvals compared with October, underscoring a softer month for development activity in the Namibian capital. The month-on-month drop in…