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What’s in a name?: 'Adolf Hitler' wins vote in Namibia
While many Namibians have names originating from the ex-colonial power Germany, a newly-elected municipal councilor has overnight romped to prominence, not because of his victory but because he is called Adolf Hitler.
Outgoing Namibian president wins $5 million Africa leadership prize
Namibia's outgoing president, Hifikepunye Pohamba, has won the Mo Ibrahim Foundation's $5 million African leadership prize, an award meant to recognise good governance that has been presented only three times in eight years.