The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation has applied for a High Court interdict to stop the sale of its property following a dispute with former employee Johannes Gaseb, who won an arbitration award of N$295 026 for unfair dismissal. NBC claims Gaseb owes the company N$186 000 from a 2013 housing loan guarantee and seeks to set off this debt against the amount it owes him.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation has applied for a High Court interdict to stop the sale of its property following a dispute with former employee Johannes Gaseb, who won an arbitration award of N$295 026 for unfair dismissal. NBC claims Gaseb owes the company N$186 000 from a 2013 housing loan guarantee and seeks to set off this debt against the amount it owes him.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Former MP and Caprivi high treason trial convict Geoffrey Mwilima, who was released from prison on 24 December after serving more than 26 years, died on 12 February at a Windhoek hospital. Family members at his memorial service recalled how he spent his final 50 days dancing with his grandchildren and reconnecting with loved ones despite receiving dialysis treatment for kidney disease.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses has warned regional government employees against ignoring supervisors and misusing labour laws amid rising workplace conflicts. She criticised staff resistance to instructions, the conduct of shop stewards, and called for stronger work ethics to ensure service delivery.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Political analysts and opposition figures say proposed legislative changes—transferring petroleum sector control to the presidency and restructuring regional councils to report through governors to the president—could concentrate executive authority and undermine democratic checks and balances. Defenders including a Swapo MP argue the measures are necessary to manage Namibia's emerging oil industry, but critics warn the pattern signals democratic backsliding and erosion of decentralisation.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
An unfinished N$4.5 million house in Windhoek owned by Fishrot-accused Tamson Hatuikulipi is falling into disrepair, with structural damage and stolen materials, while court-appointed curators consider how to preserve the property's value under a 2020 asset restraint order related to the corruption case.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Three women implicated in a Namcor fraud, corruption and money laundering case — including a former Bank Windhoek sales manager and the mother and sister of fugitive Victor Malima — were each granted N$50,000 bail after the State prosecutor no longer opposed their release. They must report to the Anti-Corruption Commission weekly and stay within their residential districts.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
Environment and Tourism Minister Indileni Daniel has expressed support for placing petroleum oversight under the Presidency, arguing that the sector is a strategic national resource requiring supervision at the highest executive level to ensure coordinated leadership, protect national interests, and maintain investor confidence. Daniel told Parliament that the arrangement aligns with the Constitution and is necessary for coordinating international negotiations and inter-ministerial work on oil and gas projects.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi will represent President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and deliver a tribute at the military memorial service of former minister Erkki Dineinge Nghidipohamba Nghimtina on Friday in Ohangwena Region, joined by former presidents Nangolo Mbumba and Hifikepunye Pohamba. Nghimtina, a liberation struggle veteran who served as parliamentarian and minister for close to three decades, died earlier this month aged 78, with his burial scheduled for Saturday at Eenhana Memorial Shrine.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
The Economic Association of Namibia convened a public discussion on the upcoming National Budget, with economists emphasizing the need for growth to become more inclusive and highlighting the oil and gas sector's role in addressing unemployment and inequality. Panellists discussed tax incentives for venture capital and public-private partnerships as mechanisms to unlock investment and support entrepreneurship.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Memos from the Office of the Judiciary and Ministry of Justice confirm severe budget shortages: the legal aid travel budget is depleted and legal aid counsel must seek to postpone out-of-station hearings; magistrates are barred from travelling outside duty stations for cases between 15 March and 15 April. Chief Justice Peter Shivute warned that underfunding and staff shortages threaten judicial capacity, with civil judges' workload rising 60% despite fewer cases being filed.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Works minister Veikko Nekundi has warned civil servants who are receiving housing subsidies while occupying government-owned houses that the practice violates government policy. The ministry has issued a final call for illegal occupants to vacate government properties by 1 April 2026, with increased penalties and the threat of forced eviction for non-compliance.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The //Kharas Regional Council chairperson announced the appointment of Megameno Shikongo as acting chief regional officer following the arrest of the previous CRO on corruption charges. The council said it would ensure service delivery continues uninterrupted during the transition.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's cabinet approved the Angola-Namibia Interconnector project to support energy security and industrial development, and endorsed stakeholder recommendations from the festive season road safety campaign including increased traffic enforcement, driver education, and use of body-worn cameras by traffic officials. The cabinet also approved extension of a repatriation programme for persons of Namibian descent from Botswana and accepted Namibia's bid to host the Global Water Partnership Organisation Secretariat in Windhoek.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Councillors have been elected to lead Erongo region's seven constituencies for the next five years. The region, home to over 240,000 residents, is a key economic hub for mining, fishing, tourism and port services, but faces challenges including housing shortages, unemployment and water access in rural areas.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Rundu Town Council CEO Olavi Nathanael responded to the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development's rejection of his contract extension, citing achievements in water supply stabilization, road rehabilitation, and infrastructure development. Nathanael defended his performance as "competitive" despite financial constraints, and attributed service delivery challenges to structural limitations and funding shortages rather than poor management.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Local food manufacturer Namib Mills has warned of potential retrenchments if workers reject its latest offer, which includes salary alignment, 50% of December bonus, and five months' backpay. Union leaders are holding out for 100% of the bonus and seven months' backpay, saying they will not operate on the company's deadlines.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Micro, small and medium enterprises account for seven out of every ten income-earning jobs in Namibia and serve as the primary incubator for entrepreneurship and enterprise development, yet the sector remains under-resourced and under-recognised compared to foreign direct investment priorities.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
MTC and Botswana Fibre Networks signed an agreement to strengthen cross-border digital infrastructure between the two countries, establishing a framework for capacity exchange and Internet Protocol transit collaboration, with a focus on the Buitepos-Ngoma corridor to enhance network resilience and support regional connectivity.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Trustco Group Holdings is winding down its American Depositary Receipt programme with Bank of New York Mellon, effective March 23, 2026, as the company pursues a direct listing on a US stock exchange. The Namibian holding company launched its ADR programme in 2014 and traded on OTCQX since 2019, but says growing international investor interest in Namibia and shifts in its own shareholder base support the move to a primary US listing.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
The second Influencer Business Masterclass, hosted by media personality Pombili Shilongo in partnership with SanlamAllianz and the American Embassy, equipped Namibian content creators with business acumen, financial literacy, and PR fundamentals to monetise their influence and build long-term wealth.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area creates market access, but structural barriers like logistics costs, energy constraints, and limited industrial capacity will determine whether exporters can compete. Value addition and industrialisation require aligned government investment and private-sector readiness, not reliance on tariff elimination.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Veronica Haiputa established Mashao Canvas and Upholstery in Okurayangava after losing her job during Covid-19 in 2020, drawing on vocational training to produce and repair furniture, canvas goods, and travel items while employing staff and providing skills training to her community.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Informal traders met with ministries of urban and rural development to air complaints about confiscated goods, fines, and inadequate trading spaces. A deputy director acknowledged the concerns and said the government will continue engaging local authorities to provide suitable spaces for traders, though municipalities operate under their own bylaws.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Joseph Katjiri launched Joseph Pest Control after identifying an unmet demand for professional pest management services in Rundu, where homes and institutions faced persistent problems with cockroaches, rats and termites. Starting with limited capital, he invested in learning the trade, building trust with cautious clients, and now employs five young people.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi inaugurated the new Analytical Laboratory Services (ANALAB) building in the capital, highlighting how the institution's growth from four employees in 1997 to 34 staff (60% youth) reflects the development Namibia needs. Witbooi noted that the facility supports key sectors including agriculture, food production, water testing, and mining, and strengthens Namibia's capacity to meet international standards and diversify its economy as outlined in Vision 2030 and the Sixth National Development Plan.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy has told parliament that regulatory authority over mining and petroleum activities remains with the ministry, and that final decisions on petroleum licensing rest with the minister under existing law. The minister emphasised that the current assessment process—whereby applications are reviewed by the petroleum commissioner and management before recommendations reach the minister—does not require approval from advisory structures outside the ministry.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Kombat Mine in Otjozondjupa will resume operations later this year, with New Horizon Copper aiming to produce 60,000 tonnes of copper per month by year's end. UK-based Horizon Corporation has committed N$390 million to restart the mine after purchasing an 80% stake from Trigon in 2024.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Cabinet has approved accelerated development of the Angola–Namibia Interconnection Project, a power transmission infrastructure linking the two countries' electricity networks via the proposed Baynes Hydropower Plant in Lower Kunene. The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy is authorised to sign an intergovernmental Memorandum of Understanding with Angola and pursue bilateral agreements, with financing through the National Energy Fund.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
The UN Conference on Trade and Development launched a report identifying 353 products across 23 sectors that Namibia could produce using existing capabilities, with 165 products validated by the private sector potentially creating over 26,400 jobs. The report emphasises that moving beyond raw material exports through beneficiation in sectors like iron and steel, machinery, and copper processing could support industrial growth and skill development.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
NamWater and Swakop Uranium will jointly develop a new desalination plant in Erongo, with the government holding a 30% stake and the uranium miner 70%, at a cost of N$2.1 billion based on a 2021 feasibility study. Construction is expected to begin in June 2026 and be completed by mid-2028, adding 20 million cubic metres of water annually to meet growing demand from the mining sector.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Standard Bank Group has increased its continental sustainable finance commitment to N$450 billion, positioning renewable energy as a financial necessity rather than optional for Namibian businesses facing rising energy costs. The bank is offering financing for renewable energy projects of up to 10 years to help companies achieve long-term cost certainty against volatile grid tariffs.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The Ministry of Agriculture has warned that only state veterinary authorities may possess foot-and-mouth disease vaccines in Namibia's FMD-free zone, and any animals entering the country illegally will be culled. Officials say illegal vaccines and informal livestock movement pose major threats to Namibia's FMD-free status, which is critical for beef export access to international markets.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The University of Namibia's Rundu campus has adopted sustainable agricultural practices by cultivating 40 avocado trees to address climate change, enhance food security, and create economic opportunities for the local community. Once mature, the trees are expected to absorb approximately 22kg of carbon dioxide annually each.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Heavy rainfall in the Zambezi region is submerging crop fields in Katima Mulilo Rural and Linyanti constituencies, putting farmers' livelihoods at serious risk just before harvest. Farmers have lost substantial portions of their maize crops, with some constituencies reporting complete crop destruction affecting at least 12 families, while the region also faces concurrent locust and armyworm infestations exacerbated by wet conditions.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Meteorological Service has warned that severe thunderstorms are expected in central-north, Zambezi, Kavango, Otjozondjupa and Omaheke regions this week, with a risk of flash flooding, while isolated to scattered thundershowers are anticipated in central and southern regions. The Hydrological Services of Namibia has advised communities in flood-prone areas to exercise caution and activate multi-hazard contingency plans for flood risk mitigation.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
The European Union has donated nine vehicles valued at N$10 million to Namibia's Ministry of Agriculture, including eight Land Cruiser bakkies and two mobile veterinary clinics, to strengthen animal health surveillance and disease control in the Northern Communal Areas. The fleet will support efforts to combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease, improve traceability, and help farmers meet export standards.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare has empowered 1,485 women in entrepreneurial skills via the EntreprenHER programme, which provides digital and financial literacy training and market access support. The UN-funded initiative, now in phase 3, has supported over 2,400 micro-enterprises across Namibia, South Africa, and Botswana, with the ministry exploring partnerships for further expansion.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Eric Simataa, a 37-year-old police officer, was granted bail of N$3,000 after being arrested on suspicion of extortion and contravening the Anti-Corruption Act. He is alleged to have solicited payments from individuals with pending court cases, promising to withdraw their cases while threatening continued incarceration if they did not comply.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek has assured residents there will be no water supply interruptions on Friday despite planned maintenance at a Von Bach substation, saying measures are in place to ensure continuous supply, though residents are advised to use water sparingly.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Education has 508 capital projects underway nationwide, including 300 new classrooms and 168 pre-primary classrooms, as part of a national decongestion plan to address overcrowding in schools. Deputy minister Dino Ballotti reported that 29 major projects are in progress with a budget of over N$24 billion for the 2025/26 financial year, though three projects face slower progress.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Underground pipe leaks at City of Windhoek headquarters have left one building without water supply since last week, forcing staff to use mobile toilets. The city confirmed initial repairs were completed on 16 February, but a further leak was identified; partial water supply has been restored while repairs continue on portions of the building.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
According to Namibia Statistics Agency data, 3,088 women in the Khomas region are divorced, representing 63% of the region's total divorced population of 4,835. Analysts attribute the high female divorce rate to factors including marriages by foreign men for land acquisition or convenience, abuse of women, infidelity, and women divorcing to protect their mental health.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The education ministry is shifting focus toward inclusive education by integrating pupils with disabilities into mainstream schools rather than relying solely on special schools, citing improved access to education and proximity to family support. The move faces infrastructure and specialist training challenges, though the ministry plans feasibility studies and expanded facilities while disability advocates welcome the approach but emphasize the need for adequate support, smaller classes, and anti-bullying policies.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Since 2015, Standard Bank Namibia's Buy-a-Brick initiative has raised over N$27 million in partnership with the Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia, helping construct more than 7,000 brick homes that have improved living conditions for over 30,000 Namibians. In 2024, the bank contributed N$3.5 million to build 76 additional homes in the Erongo and Omusati regions.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
NamWater will shut off water supply to parts of Windhoek and surrounding areas from 07h30 to 16h30 on Friday due to planned maintenance at the Von Bach Booster 2 power station, which supplies a pump station that feeds water to the city.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
A military memorial service for former minister Erkki Nghimtina took place at his traditional homestead in Omahenge village, with mourners gathering despite difficult weather conditions. Learners from a nearby school lined the road to pay their respects as the body was transported from the mortuary to the deceased's residence.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
Police arrested a 57-year-old suspect in Omusati Region for allegedly raping a 24-year-old mentally challenged woman on multiple occasions at his Otamanzi home between November last year and this month.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
Unknown men robbed the Hakahana gas refill outlet at Onandjaba in Omusati Region, threatening a security guard with a pistol, binding him, cutting through the roof and stealing N$22,551 from the safe. No arrests have been made and the money has not been recovered.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
Police officers allegedly beat a group of male learners from Karundu Secondary School on a gravel road in Otjiwarongo on 16 February, reportedly in connection with a missing cellphone case. Some victims suffered broken ribs, knee injuries, and wounds; the Police Conduct and Investigation Directorate has launched an investigation, and an identification parade will be held.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
Three men were arrested for possession of cannabis valued at N$338,750 on the Trans Kalahari-Gobabis road on 18 February after police spotted a red sedan vehicle and pursued it. Following an intense chase involving multiple law enforcement units and K-9s, the third suspect was apprehended near Ernst Meyer with the recovered cannabis.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
NamWater has announced a scheduled water supply interruption on 20 February from 07:30 to 16:30 affecting Windhoek and surrounding areas including Finkenstein, Herbothsbrick, and Hosea Kutako International Airport, due to critical maintenance at the Von Bach Booster 2 Substation requiring a power outage.
20 February 2026 · Informanté →
A medical specialist argues that infertility, affecting equal proportions of men and women, remains stigmatized in Namibian communities. He calls for empathy and support, noting that limited access to fertility treatment in public healthcare and lack of medical aid coverage compound the emotional and financial burden on couples.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
A 33-year-old Walvis Bay resident was sentenced to 30 years' imprisonment by High Court Judge Naomi Shivute for the brutal assault and killing of his five-year-old stepson in January 2023. Judge Shivute said the accused, who suspected the boy's mother of infidelity, had no right to commit murder and noted his subsequent torment of the mother through text messages compounded the crime.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
According to the Namibia Statistics Agency's 2023 Census Regional Profile, 23% of urban residents in Khomas region do not have access to flushing toilets, with 16.9% practising open defecation. The NSA chief statistician attributed the sanitation challenges to rapid urbanisation increasing from 95.2% in 2011 to 98.3% in 2023, straining available amenities and infrastructure.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Health minister Dr Esperance Luvindao handed over 15,000 newly procured uniforms for state medical doctors and nurses across the country, manufactured by August 26 Manufacturing Company at a cost of about N$56 million. The uniforms—the first issued by the government since 2014—retain the traditional colours of white coats for doctors and navy blue and white for nurses.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Police in Erongo have arrested 221 suspects in drug-related cases since October 2025, confiscating narcotics and illicit substances valued at N$2.5 million, according to the regional NamPol commissioner. The force has registered 178 cases and appealed to the public to report suspected drug operations, noting that dealers often use vulnerable people to distribute drugs.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Three men accused of murdering Stanley Sebastian Cloete in Dorado Valley on 2 March 2024 made their first High Court appearance yesterday, facing charges of murder, two counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances, and defeating the course of justice. The State alleges they assaulted and killed Cloete by striking him with blunt objects and a knife, then suffocating him, before stealing items valued at approximately N$690,000 and his vehicle.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Health Minister Dr Esperance Luvindao has warned that poor leadership and weak management systems affecting service delivery will not be tolerated, citing instances of delayed procurement, idle ambulances, and missing queue management systems at health facilities. She stressed that accountability must begin at the operational level and that many regional complaints do not require national intervention but rather decisive local leadership.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Hilda Patricia van Nooten, a senior administrative officer at Erongo Regional Council since 2002, says her initial motivation of employment grew into genuine commitment to public service. Van Nooten emphasizes principles of integrity and transparency, and credits self-driven learning with mastering legal frameworks that ensure council operations comply with law.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The article argues that Namibia's literary traditions and emerging writers represent an untapped economic opportunity, and that the country must invest in education, publishing infrastructure, and international promotion to transform storytelling into a creative industry that can reach global audiences while preserving cultural identity.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian lists Windhoek and Swakopmund events for February, including a photography exhibition, beach volleyball tournament, chamber music concert, pregnancy educational day, acting masterclass, trail run, cycling challenge, visual art launch, dance performances, and recurring weekly activities across fitness, quiz nights, and dance classes.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Monika Amunyela Gonkenda Isai Sipunga, known as FortyEight (MoneyBagzz), is an emerging Namibian hip-hop artist from Tsumeb who grew up in a musical household and taught himself music production. His latest single, 'The Pressure', addresses the societal pressures of masculinity and expectations, inspired by personal struggles including job loss and homelessness, and he hopes vulnerable rap can find greater space in Namibia's music scene.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Chuckle Factory will host 'Laugh My Pain Away' on 7 March 2026 at the National Theatre of Namibia, featuring seven local comedians and a musical performance, marking the first time the venue will host an all-Namibian comedy lineup. The event uses comedy to address mental health, unemployment, and stress while celebrating Namibian talent on a premium platform.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The NBC has decided to bring the Miss Namibia and Miss Teen 2026 pageants to Gobabis, completing hosting of the event across all four corners of Namibia. The move is expected to boost local tourism and regional economy through increased visitor numbers and media coverage, while promoting youth empowerment and regional inclusivity.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Six films produced through MultiChoice Namibia's local content initiatives received 13 nominations at the Namibia Theatre and Film Awards, scheduled for 28 March, across categories including Best Feature Film, Best Script, and Best Editor. The awards are making a comeback after a six-year hiatus caused by the global Covid-19 pandemic.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The feature film 'Life', directed by Leonard Tshikesho and produced by Gustav Nuuyoma, has been nominated at the 2026 Lift-Off Filmmaker Festival in the UK in two categories: Feature Film Content and Audience Choice. The film explores socio-economic hardship and resilience in Windhoek communities, and its selection demonstrates how Namibian stories are connecting with global audiences.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick faces mounting pressure following two consecutive defeats to Girona and Atletico Madrid, as the Catalan club falls behind Real Madrid in La Liga. Flick acknowledged the team is not in good form due to injuries and fatigue, but resisted calls to adjust his ultra-attacking tactics ahead of Sunday's match against Levante.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal travel to Tottenham for the north London derby seeking to halt a slump that has seen them drop points in their last two matches, while Manchester City prepares to pile pressure on the leaders with a win against Newcastle. Bukayo Saka has pledged Arsenal will eventually "get over the line" after successive draws left them five points clear but vulnerable to City's challenge.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Karen Khachanov 6-7, 6-4, 6-3 in the Qatar Open quarter-finals to book a semi-final spot against Andrey Rublev. World number two Jannik Sinner was knocked out by Jakub Mensik 7-6, 2-6, 6-3 in his comeback tournament after reaching the Australian Open semi-finals.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Brave Warriors midfielder Ricardo Mannetti, who debuted for Namibia at 17 and went on to win the PSL with Santos in 2011 and the Cosafa Cup as coach in 2015, reflects on his playing and coaching career, crediting discipline and mental strength for his success and now serving as sporting director of Ongos Sport Club.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Swedish superstar Armand Duplantis will not compete at next month's Athletics Street Event in Windhoek due to other prior commitments, though organiser Henk Botha said Duplantis will aim to participate next year. The event on 27–28 March will still feature over 70 international athletics stars across multiple disciplines including shot put, distance running, sprints, hurdles, and jumping events.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Bank Windhoek National Swimming Championships opened with seven records broken on Wednesday, including records in boys and girls freestyle and medley relay events, with Aqua Swimming and Fitness Club accounting for several of the new marks.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Champions Zambia defeated Botswana 3-0 in their Group B opener, while Zimbabwe beat Eswatini 2-0 on the same day in the Hollywoodbets Cosafa Women's Championship 2025. Mozambique and Namibia begin Group C play on Friday.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
India advanced to the T20 World Cup Super Eights unbeaten but saying they have not yet peaked, with opening batsman Abhishek Sharma struggling in form. Their first Super Eights match is a rematch of the 2024 final against South Africa on Sunday in Ahmedabad.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The West Indies beat Italy by 42 runs in their final T20 World Cup group match, with captain Shai Hope scoring 75 and pace bowler Shamar Joseph taking 4-30 to help bowl out the opposition for 123. The West Indies will face Zimbabwe in Mumbai on Monday to begin their Super Eights campaign.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Zimbabwe defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets in Colombo to finish the group stage unbeaten and advance to the Super Eights, with captain Sikandar Raza scoring 45 and named player of the match. Sri Lanka managed 179, but Zimbabwe chased down the target in 19.3 overs with opener Brian Bennett remaining not out on 63.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia National Olympic Committee aims to send around 20 athletes to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, focusing on athletics, swimming, gymnastics, boxing, and lawn bowls, though so far only lawn bowls has secured qualification. The NNOC CEO expressed confidence that athletes will meet qualification standards ahead of the Games in July–August 2026.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The FootGolf Namibia Federation will hold an Open Day on 28 February 2026 at Rossmund Golf Course in Swakopmund to introduce the sport and promote the newly established federation, which is officially registered with the Namibia Sports Commission and affiliated with international footgolf bodies. The free event, open to all experience levels, aims to attract beginners and build partnerships with coastal golf clubs and communities.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Horse Racing Association will convene its annual general meeting in Windhoek on Saturday to address 2026 budget, rule changes, sponsorship challenges, and competition calendars. Key agenda items include prize money percentages, juvenile horses, horse passports and vaccinations, and entrance fees.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The Brave Gladiators play Mozambique today in their opening match of the HollywoodBets COSAFA Women's Championship in South Africa. Head coach Lucky Kakuva says the team is well prepared and confident, with no major injuries, and aims to make a strong impact in the tournament.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Samuel Shimbuli, born in Windhoek in 1955, was a celebrated lightweight boxer who won the South African Inter-Provincial Amateur Boxing Championship and served as a security officer and mentor at Rossing Uranium Boxing Club. The article eulogizes his achievements during the colonial era and his contributions to Namibian boxing.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Ghost gear—lost or discarded fishing equipment—persists in oceans for centuries, trapping and killing marine life including seals, dolphins, and whales. In Namibia, about half of the seals rescued by Ocean Conservation Namibia in 2025 were entangled in such gear, and globally approximately 640,000 tonnes of ghost gear enter the ocean annually, making up roughly 10% of all ocean plastic.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
South African police detained Bellarmine Mugabe (28), the youngest son of Zimbabwe's late former president Robert Mugabe, after a reported shooting at a property in Johannesburg left a 23-year-old man in critical condition. Police found bullet cartridges at the Hyde Park house but no firearm, and are questioning two people in connection with the attempted murder.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Following India's free trade agreement with the EU, the High Commissioner of India to Namibia outlines a proposed Preferential Trade Agreement between India and the Southern African Customs Union—of which Namibia is coordinator—that could significantly boost trade in minerals, energy, and agricultural goods while opening access to Indian pharmaceuticals, technology, and services.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Officials at the Namibia–Congo Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation in Windhoek say the two countries must move beyond rhetoric to realize economic benefits from their historical ties, with several pending agreements in health, tourism, fisheries, education, and ICT still awaiting implementation.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
British former Prince Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office during his time as a trade envoy, following an investigation into allegations stemming from the Jeffrey Epstein files. He is alleged to have shared confidential documents with the convicted sex offender Epstein while serving as a UK trade envoy, in apparent breach of official guidance requiring confidentiality.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Four South African men lured into fighting for Russian forces in Ukraine returned home Wednesday following talks between South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Vladimir Putin. The foreign ministry said the men had worked for private security companies in Russia and were released after their contracts were cancelled, with authorities working to secure the return of remaining men from a larger group of 17.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
The Diocese of Camden in New Jersey has agreed to pay US$180 million to settle over 300 claims of sexual abuse by priests dating to the 1970s and 1980s. The settlement, pending bankruptcy court approval, will be funded by the diocese and its insurers and supplements a prior 2022 settlement of US$87.5 million.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
A New Era opinion column argues that gender-based violence survives not just because of abusers, but because family, friends, and community members shield perpetrators through silence, loyalty, and pressure on victims to forgive—making everyone complicit in enabling abuse.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
A public servant argues that Namibia's development challenge stems not from lack of plans but from weak implementation caused by poor governance—including absent performance incentives, ineffective monitoring, centralised power without oversight, and merit undermined by favouritism. Restoring public trust requires political will to enforce existing rules and strengthen performance management rather than creating new policies.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia's heavy reliance on imported goods, particularly from South Africa, undermines economic resilience and job creation, and calls for government, business, and civil society to work together to develop locally owned industries in food processing, textiles, construction, and manufacturing, supported by investment in technical and vocational skills.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
A recruitment consultant argues that interview panels hire for job competence and value, not eloquence, and that confidence and preparation matter more than fluency. She urges panels to use structured, competency-based interviews and candidates to develop skills through intentional preparation rather than accept their background as a permanent limitation.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
A retired teacher reflects that despite modest financial compensation, the fulfillment of teaching comes from witnessing former learners' achievements and providing compassionate education to children facing difficult circumstances. The author argues that teachers should follow the principle of seeing no evil in children and that expulsion undermines education's transformative purpose.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
An opinion piece argues that while Namibia's Affirmative Action (Employment) Act remains legitimate, its current implementation has drifted from redress toward exploitation and patronage, with concerns that demographic characteristics are being prioritized over competence in critical sectors, potentially undermining service delivery and harming the groups it aims to empower. The author calls for a structured policy review to strengthen accountability, clarify eligibility criteria, and reinforce competency thresholds, while maintaining affirmative action's core purpose of addressing historical injustices.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
New Era's editorial argues that overcrowded and understaffed Namibian correctional facilities—where 52 crimes were recently confirmed in police holding cells—are functioning as incubators of criminality rather than rehabilitation institutions. The editorial calls for alternative sentencing for minor offences, behavioural programmes, and coordinated intervention from education, social services, and civil society to break the cycle.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
A film director argues that Namibia celebrates creative talent but fails to invest in it as a profession, resulting in brain drain and lost economic opportunity. The writer calls for a shift to treat creativity as infrastructure rather than a side hustle, citing global demand for African stories and the risk that others will profit from Namibian narratives if the country does not act.
20 February 2026 · New Era →