A family of seven, who witnessed their home going up in flames on Sunday evening, say they believe the fire was started by a three-year-old child, who was playing with matches in one of the rooms.
When the media arrived yesterday at the five-bedroom house, situated in Oshakati West opposite the Independence Stadium, they were greeted by scenes of despair and destruction. Family members are now sleeping in tents.
According to 49-year-old Saara Iipoto Walende, who said she has lived at the house since 1983, the incident was shocking.
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