Minister of Works and Transport Veikko Nekundi said government house tenants must either purchase their properties or move out by the end of June, citing poor maintenance of the housing stock. He stated that civil servants who remain in government homes after the deadline will face eviction, and vacant properties will be offered to other public employees or sold on the open market.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister of Works and Transport Veikko Nekundi said government house tenants must either purchase their properties or move out by the end of June, citing poor maintenance of the housing stock. He stated that civil servants who remain in government homes after the deadline will face eviction, and vacant properties will be offered to other public employees or sold on the open market.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian government, Napwu, and Nantu have signed a salary adjustment agreement granting civil servants a flat N$700 monthly increase for grades 14–15 in 2026/27 and 5% increases for grades 13–1 across both 2026/27 and 2027/28, along with a 7% transport adjustment and removal of the 5% medical aid levy.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Roads Authority is investigating senior executive Christopher Mayumbelo following allegations that he conducted private legal work during office hours. A law firm inquiry into potential conflicts of interest sought verification of leave dates between June 2022 and April 2024, but the RA found no approved leave entries for those dates in its electronic records.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah's two sons have rejected opposition leader Panduleni Itula's allegations that they are involved in Namibia's oil sector through their private businesses. The brothers, who operate a farming business and a logistics company respectively, issued a detailed rebuttal denying any interest in oil and characterizing Itula's claims as lies intended to discredit the first family.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Landless People's Movement has criticized a presidential directive requiring state employees under government medical aid to use public health facilities from April, questioning whether it will be applied equally and citing a pattern of government policies failing during implementation.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Elifas Dingara, a Swapo parliamentarian of 16 years, has resigned from the National Assembly and defended his 2023 proposal to allocate N$1 million to each Namibian as economically grounded, arguing it would convert natural resource wealth into citizen holdings before minerals lose relevance. Dingara is leaving for the agriculture sector, and analysts suggest his departure may reflect internal party dynamics.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Legal experts say engaging senior private practitioners to prosecute the Fishrot fraud case would cost the government at least N$6 million annually, far more than the state advocates currently handling it—though prosecutors benefit from job security and pension entitlements unavailable in private practice.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Public servants will receive a 5% salary increase from 1 April 2026 under a new salary adjustment agreement signed by the Government Negotiation Team and recognised trade unions. Grades 15 and 14 will receive a flat N$700 monthly increase, while Grades 13 to 1 receive 5%, with a further 5% increase for all grades from April 2027 and a 7% transport allowance increase from April 2027.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah is presenting Namibia's 2026–2027 National Budget to Parliament as the country faces structural revenue challenges, rising public debt, and fiscal constraints. Government revised its revenue forecast downward to N$89.4 billion, while public debt is projected to reach N$177 billion (about 60% of GDP), with fixed costs consuming roughly 60% of expenditure.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
Windhoek Magistrate Immanuel Undjambala has warned of a final postponement in the alleged bribery case involving former Minister Mac-Albert Hengari, ordering the State to provide an update on the Prosecutor General's decision on whether the matter will proceed to prosecution or be struck off the roll. The case was postponed to 10 March 2026.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
As Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah tables the national budget, analysts warn that rising debt-to-GDP ratios and constrained fiscal space pose sustainability challenges, while economists call for policy clarity, strategic investment in education and infrastructure, and balanced spending to address unemployment and weak growth.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
PDM leader McHenry Venaani met President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to press for transparency in the petroleum sector and focus on youth unemployment—estimated at over 40%—housing, agriculture, and economic stimulus ahead of Namibia's first oil production. Venaani stressed that oil revenues must not distract from structural reforms and called for government to concentrate on addressing the unemployment and housing crisis.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Mac-Albert Hengari's defence team opposed the State's request for a further postponement in his bribery case, arguing that repeated delays amount to persecution rather than prosecution and that the case lacks sufficient evidence. The magistrate ordered a postponement to 10 March 2026, ruling it would be the final extension.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
The Ohangwena Regional Council failed to submit required financial statements and supporting documentation for the years ended 31 March 2020–2022, prompting the Auditor General to issue a disclaimer of opinion due to insufficient audit evidence. The audit also found shortcomings including missing environmental clearances for waste facilities, undocumented property and equipment purchases, and unverified rates and taxes contributions.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
The Meat Corporation of Namibia earned 84% of its beef revenue from international markets in 2024/25, with 80% of that coming from the European Union, 18% from Norway, and 2% from China. Despite a slight decline in realisation prices, the company managed to secure decent prices across international and regional markets, reporting N$1.514 billion in direct sales from its Windhoek factory.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Kavango West leaders have accused the Northern Regional Electricity Distributor (Nored) of failing to provide reliable electricity to the region, citing constant power cuts and slow restoration times. The criticism came during a stakeholder engagement hosted by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, where local officials and businesses, including telecommunications operators and a tourism lodge, expressed concern about the outages and their economic impact.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has launched a report on value addition and diversification within the energy transition mineral value chain, aimed at moving the economy beyond an extractive model toward sustainable industrialisation. Minister Ashipala-Musavyi emphasised that diversification must extend to small and medium-sized enterprises, and that regional integration through SADC, SACU and the African Continental Free Trade Area is critical to scaling production and accessing markets.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
Security company G4S Namibia says it is only liable to pay N$4 200 in damages in a lawsuit by state-owned Namdia over a January 2025 heist in which 446 parcels of diamonds worth N$314 million were stolen, citing a contractual liability limitation clause. Namdia claims G4S was negligent in failing to prevent the theft despite being present when an employee of G4S participated in the armed robbery.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
Chery Group completed a three-day technical training programme for service personnel from 18 countries, with a focus on its new energy vehicle models. The automaker plans to establish four regional training centres in 2026 to strengthen its after-sales service capabilities across global markets.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Mitsubishi has launched the Outlander Edition 25, a limited-run collector's model with unique design features, premium interior technology, and all-wheel-drive capability, priced at N$819,995 with only 10 units available in southern Africa.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Standard Bank has launched the 2026 Blue Growth Series Informal Sector Activation in partnership with the Namibia Investment and Finance Academy, aiming to help informal traders transition towards formalization and financial inclusion by providing practical training, mentorship, and market access. The bank's head of enterprise noted that many informal entrepreneurs lack access to funding not from ambition deficits but from missing formal structures and financial discipline, while officials stressed that the informal sector contributes an estimated 26–27% to Namibia's GDP but remains largely outside formal systems.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
The Roads Authority has resumed accepting vehicle registration applications from Hong Kong imports after a temporary suspension, while implementing enhanced verification measures to prevent fraud involving falsified manufacturing dates. Minister Nekundi said investigations are ongoing to determine how many vehicles were registered with altered dates, and that law enforcement will hold those responsible accountable while protecting innocent buyers.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia is set to pioneer Africa's first salmon farming industry with a N$41 million aquaculture farm at Lüderitz, backed by Norwegian company African Aquaculture Company. The project aims to produce 1,000 tonnes of Atlantic salmon annually in its first phase, scaling to 51,000 tonnes, while creating over 5,000 jobs and positioning Namibia as a leader in sustainable blue economy development.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's environment ministry will base its decision on a proposed uranium mining project in Omaheke on scientific findings, not politics, the government said. The project—an in-situ leach mining operation by Headsprings Investments (under Russian state-owned Rosatom)—has raised concerns about contamination of the Stampriet aquifer, which supplies water to the region and neighbouring countries. The government has requested a technical assessment from the International Atomic Energy Agency, which will deliver its report in March.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Beifang Mining Services dismissed 11 employees at Husab Uranium Mine following weeks of dispute over a new shift schedule that complied with labour ministry guidance but reduced days off from five to four. The workers' union and company have begun discussions on resolving the conflict, with Beifang indicating willingness to seek a fresh exemption application backed by union support.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
According to a Chevening alumnus writing for The Namibian, while fossil fuels remain crucial for energy access in sub-Saharan Africa and developing regions, the oil and gas industry must innovate through carbon capture, natural gas as a transition fuel, and emissions-reduction technologies to coexist with renewables and meet net-zero climate commitments.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Canadian mining company Koryx Copper has announced positive results from 13 drill holes at its Haib Copper Project in southern Namibia, with infill holes showing intersection widths and copper grades exceeding expectations. The company is conducting a 55,000-meter drill programme to be completed by end of July 2026, aiming to support a pre-feasibility study update in the second half of 2026.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Bannerman Energy's project chief Gavin Chamberlain has advised Namibia to target investment in a uranium conversion facility as the most realistic next step in value addition, though he warns that such a facility would require extremely high uranium volumes to be economically viable and would face contractual hurdles from international utilities that currently dictate delivery destinations under existing contracts.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's livestock industry has warned that vaccinating against foot-and-mouth disease would severely damage the sector by making the country ineligible for premium markets such as the EU, UK, and US, which collectively import the majority of Namibian beef at high-value prices. Officials stress that Namibia's status as "FMD-free without vaccination" is crucial for market access, and any vaccination south of the veterinary fence is illegal; the Directorate of Veterinary Services has warned it will confiscate and cull illegally vaccinated cattle.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's key dams have surged dramatically over the past year, with the Tilda Viljoen Dam rising from empty to over 50% capacity and other major dams more than doubling their storage levels, according to the Hydrological Services of Namibia.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
A former Ministry of Gender and Child Welfare official and his girlfriend were arrested for allegedly converting child grant applications into disability payments without beneficiary consent and depositing fraudulently obtained funds into personal bank accounts. Both were granted combined bail of N$315,000 and are set to reappear on 3 June.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Roads Authority has temporarily closed several roads in the ||Kharas region following heavy rainfall, including district roads 1077, 1088, and 1075, and part of main road 25. Motorists are advised to use designated alternative routes and avoid flooded roads.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Health Minister Esperance Luvindao told parliament that public servants including MPs are not compelled to use public hospitals under a new directive effective 1 April, and can opt out to use private facilities instead. The presidential directive aims to direct government medical aid funds toward developing state health infrastructure, which has been financially neglected while private facilities have received support.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
According to the Namibia Informal Settlements Baseline Report, Khomas accounts for 150 of 419 informal settlements nationwide (35.8%), with 86.4% lacking formal sewerage and 70.4% without water and electricity access. Only 16 of 419 informal settlements have achieved full service coverage and secure land tenure.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Concerns about working conditions in Namibia's judiciary highlight a broader crisis of psychological strain across professions, where employees struggle with burnout and stress that organizations often fail to address through structural change. The author argues that well-being must be embedded in workplace design through manageable workloads, psychological safety, and supportive leadership, rather than treated as an afterthought intervention.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
David Mbinda (39), a bouncer and bricklayer known as 'The Lion', was shot and killed during an altercation at a Wanaheda bar after a dispute over an entrance fee. His fiancée said the couple was planning to marry this year, and his family expressed grief over the loss of their breadwinner, describing the shooting as tragic over such a small sum.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Windhoek-based freelance chef Idhogela Patrick argues that professional chefs are undervalued in Namibia's event industry, where catering is often treated as a minor service despite being central to events. Patrick says independent chefs must cover multiple costs and often accept underpaid work, while estimating that catering a wedding requires about N$10,000 to fairly compensate preparation and labour.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
A detainee at Katutura Police Station was reportedly forced to urinate in public due to lack of toilet facilities, prompting calls for investigation by the Ombudsman and Prosecutor-General into alleged breaches of basic human dignity and safety standards.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian Police Force has raised concern over a sharp increase in road crashes and deaths, with statistics for January to February 2026 showing a 50% rise in fatalities and 23% increase in injuries compared to the same period in 2024. Police attribute crashes to speeding, driving under the influence, fatigue, and reckless driving, and say they will intensify enforcement and awareness campaigns while emphasizing road safety as a shared responsibility.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Home Affairs is wrapping up a nationwide NAMPOL Career Fair series this week in Ondangwa, where hundreds of police cadets are receiving training on civil registration, immigration services and customer care standards. The initiative, which began in February and visited multiple locations, aims to strengthen professionalism and service excellence among future police officers.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
The Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested former Administrative Officer Kelenose Mbathera and his girlfriend Belinda Mbaindjikua in connection with alleged fraudulent disability grant applications. The pair allegedly solicited personal documents under the pretext of applying for vulnerable children's grants, then changed applications to disability grants without beneficiaries' knowledge and deposited funds into accounts belonging to the girlfriend.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
The Windhoek City Police Service emphasizes that proper taxi registration is mandatory and warns against operating vehicles with incomplete, expired, or unmatched documentation. Registration requires vehicle screening, roadworthiness inspection, driver licensing with Professional Authorisation, and verification against multiple systems to ensure public transport safety and legal compliance.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
The World Bank reports that complete workplace equality does not exist anywhere globally, and enforcement of equality laws occurs in only about half of cases. The bank calls for reforms as 1.2 billion young people, half female, will enter the workplace over the next decade, particularly in regions where women face the greatest barriers.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah reported at the African Peer Review Mechanism Summit that the National Youth Development Fund, established in 2025 with N$500 million capitalisation, created over 700 jobs in the 2025/26 financial year through loans and grants without collateral requirements. Namibia is also addressing youth unemployment through free tertiary education, mandatory internship programmes, and vocational training centres across all 14 regions.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Street vendors operating at Windhoek's Shoprite supermarket and taxi rank have been forcibly evicted by City Police following warnings to vacate the area. The vendors, who claim to hold valid permits and have paid the municipality, say they have no alternative legal trading spaces and face an uncertain future as they struggle to provide for their families.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Jandre Dippenaar, sentenced to 15 years for causing a fatal 2014 road crash that killed six people, has been ordered by the High Court to pay N$4.7 million in loss of support to surviving victim Antonia Joschko, plus N$116,556 for funeral costs and N$200,000 in general damages.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Minister of Health says a directive moving civil servants' medical care from private facilities to State hospitals will create at least 2,000 health sector jobs, with 1,262 positions already filled as of mid-January 2026. The reform, launching 1 April 2026 in seven facilities, is part of a broader effort to strengthen public health infrastructure and address a two-tier healthcare system where the majority of citizens rely on public facilities while senior officials access private services.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
The Cancer Association of Namibia has opened a 10-bed palliative care facility in Swakopmund to serve cancer patients in the Erongo region, providing pain management, wound care and psychosocial support without requiring costly trips to Windhoek. The centre was established with support from donors and corporate partners including Langer Heinrich Uranium mine, which contributed over N$2 million.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Musicians have until Sunday, 1 March to enter season five of the Next Ma/Gaisa Star talent competition, Namibia's premier cultural music search. Applicants must submit a two-minute a cappella video of themselves singing any ma/gaisa song, with entries open free to Namibian citizens aged 18 and above.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Franco Namibian Cultural Centre hosts a Namibia-Japan dance exchange tonight, while the National Art Gallery displays children's artwork until April. The weekend features an Easter night market, a 5km–20km night race, and a children's Disney-themed fashion show at Wanderers sport grounds.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian musicians earn as little as N$2 per broadcast play, a rate unchanged since independence, according to MP Frederick Shitana. He called for a national International Standard Recording Code (ISRC) system to help local artists earn from digital platforms and said Namibia's reliance on South Africa for ISRC registration disadvantages creators.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian students studying in Nantong, China participated in the 2026 Spring Festival celebrations alongside international peers, engaging in traditional activities such as dragon dancing and paper-cutting as part of the city's broader cultural programming.
26 February 2026 · Informanté →
Blue Waters Sport Club has relieved head coach Uerikondjera 'Mammie' Kasaona and assistant coach Steven Damaseb, replacing them with former striker Armando Pedro until the end of the football season. Kasaona, who had helped the club avoid relegation, acknowledged the results-based nature of coaching appointments.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian boxer Flame 'Special One' Nangolo will defend his WBO Africa super featherweight title against experienced Zimbabwean Tinashe Mwadziwane on 2 May at the Roman Catholic Hall. The fight, part of a boxing event called 'May Day', forms part of Nangolo's campaign to break into the WBO's Top 10 world rankings.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Cricket Namibia president Rudi van Vuuren says the team's winless T20 World Cup campaign reflects disappointing senior player performances and gaps in competitiveness, and calls for changes to the Sports Act to allow foreign residents (after three years rather than ten) to represent the country, bringing Namibia in line with other Associate nations.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Vinicius Junior scored the decisive goal as Real Madrid defeated Benfica 2–1 in the Champions League knockout play-off on Wednesday, progressing 3–1 on aggregate. The match followed a racism incident in the first leg involving Vinicius and Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni, who remains banned pending a UEFA investigation.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Atalanta overcame a 2-0 first-leg deficit to eliminate Borussia Dortmund 4-1 in a stoppage-time comeback, advancing to the Champions League last 16 with a 4-3 aggregate victory. A penalty from Lazar Samardzic in the 98th minute, awarded after Ramy Bensebaini was sent off for a high boot on Nikola Krstovic, sealed the dramatic win for the Italian club.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
New Zealand knocked out co-hosts Sri Lanka with a 61-run victory in Colombo, restricting them to 107-8 while posting 168-7. A New Zealand win against England on Friday would secure their semi-final qualification and top the Super Eights group.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia qualified for the semifinals of the Hollywoodbets Cosafa Women's Championship 2025 after Mozambique defeated Madagascar 2–0 in their final Group C match. Namibia will face defending champions Zambia in the first semifinal on Friday.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Secondary Schools Rugby league unveiled its new kit for the 2026 season during a sponsorship engagement at Hage Geingob Stadium, with 12 teams set to compete in the Premier League alongside teams in the B, C and D leagues. Players expressed optimism about the coming season, with last year's winning captain and other team leaders highlighting expectations for increased competition and personal development.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Riya Usurua became a goalkeeper after saving a penalty during a youth match and has since represented Namibia's national futsal team, competing in AFCON qualifiers against Tanzania and scoring against Egypt and Afghanistan. He now plays for Quality FC while pursuing an accounting degree and coaches youth football, with ambitions to help Namibia qualify for the Futsal World Cup.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibian boxer Flame 'Special One' Nangolo will defend his World Boxing Organisation Africa Super Featherweight Championship against Zimbabwe's Tinashe Mwadziwana on 2 May at the Roman Catholic Hall in Windhoek. The undefeated fighter, promoted by AC Promotions, aims to advance his world rankings and pursue international glory.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Education Minister Sanet Steenkamp commended Bank Windhoek for its sustained investment in sports development at the official opening of the NASFED 2026 National Long Course Championships, emphasising the importance of corporate partnerships in creating opportunities for young athletes. The championships brought together 231 swimmers from eight clubs and produced several new records, highlighting growing competitiveness in Namibian swimming.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Temminck's ground pangolins in Namibia are facing extinction from poaching driven by Asian markets, with at least 650 confirmed cases since 2018 and the true toll likely far higher. The Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation has improved rescue survival rates from 40% to over 90% through veterinary care and tracking, and is calling for broad support to expand protections and establish a dedicated rehabilitation centre.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's 2007 Policy on Tourism and Wildlife Concessions aims to empower formerly disadvantaged Namibians and rural communities while conserving biodiversity and generating employment. However, the policy's success depends on transparent, competitive award processes free from personal relationships and political influence, with proper governance frameworks and independent institutions to ensure fairness.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
A military conflict between China and Taiwan could disrupt Namibia's economy given that China is its second-largest trading partner and largest source of foreign direct investment, particularly affecting mining, trade, and infrastructure funding. The article argues that Namibia should diversify its trade partnerships to reduce vulnerability to external shocks in East Asia.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Cross-border drivers operating the Walvis Bay–Zambia corridor say Zambia's transit permit fees have risen dramatically from K1,500 in 2021 to K11,250 in 2023, forcing many out of work or requiring them to hire Zambian drivers when they cannot afford entry, and undermining regional trade and free movement of goods.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Ethiopia's Media Authority revoked the licence of independent online outlet Addis Standard on 24 February, citing violations of media ethics and endangerment of national interests. The action is part of a broader crackdown on press freedom ahead of legislative elections in June, with journalists from Reuters, Deutsche Welle, and BBC also having credentials denied or not renewed in recent months.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
A US-imposed oil blockade on Cuba, intensified after the fall of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro in January, has triggered severe fuel shortages and rolling blackouts, forcing workers to abandon cars and change jobs, with 96.4% of private businesses reporting severe or catastrophic impacts and food imports crippled by diesel shortages.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
South Korea recorded its biggest annual birth rate increase in 15 years, with yearly births rising more than 6% between 2024 and 2025, largely driven by couples who delayed marriages during the Covid-19 pandemic finally having children. However, the fertility rate remains at 0.8 per woman, well below the 2.1 threshold needed to maintain the country's population of 51 million.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
The number of Somalis experiencing crisis-level food insecurity has nearly doubled in the past year to 6.5 million people, driven by conflict, failed rainy seasons, and reduced international funding. More than two million people are now in the "emergency" category, and the UN World Food Programme warns it will halt operations by April without new funding.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Three opinion pieces debate the government's plan to redirect Public Service Employee Medical Aid Scheme members to public healthcare facilities, weighing concerns about private sector job losses, the fairness of restricting access for those paying contributions, and whether equalisng access will worsen already strained public hospital capacity.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
A young Namibian argues that social media and competitive lifestyle trends are pressuring youth to prioritise image over financial stability and long-term growth. The writer calls for young people to resist these pressures and focus instead on education, discipline, and genuine skill-building to sustain national development.
26 February 2026 · The Namibian →
An executive from the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia argues that continuous monitoring of an organisation's external attack surface—all internet-facing digital assets and entry points—is essential to modern security. The article outlines key components to monitor including public-facing infrastructure, cloud assets, third-party connections, digital certificates, and exposed credentials.
26 February 2026 · New Era →