A new ethnographic biography recounts how Salatiel Ailonga, a Swapo chaplain, and his Finnish wife Anita spoke out against human rights violations within the anti-colonial resistance movement, providing shelter for victims and facing exile and social isolation for their moral stand. The book, launched in Helsinki in October 2025, explores the intersection of Christian faith and liberation in Namibian independence history, with the Ailongas' story serving as a reminder of the suppressed human costs of the struggle.
A new ethnographic biography recounts how Salatiel Ailonga, a Swapo chaplain, and his Finnish wife Anita spoke out against human rights violations within the anti-colonial resistance movement, providing shelter for victims and facing exile and social isolation for their moral stand. The book, launched in Helsinki in October 2025, explores the intersection of Christian faith and liberation in Namibian independence history, with the Ailongas' story serving as a reminder of the suppressed human costs of the struggle.
National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila told parliament's women caucus that parliamentary oversight must produce concrete results and implementation, not merely reports that "gather dust." She urged lawmakers to apply a gender lens to all legislation, policies, and budgets, and to ensure follow-through on recommendations through progress reporting and action on shortfalls.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah held consultations with the Affirmative Repositioning Movement at State House, part of her broader engagement with opposition parties on matters including economic development, governance, and institutional accountability. Both the President and AR leader Job Shipululo Amupanda characterised the dialogue as constructive and focused on strengthening governance and national progress.
O&L Leisure has appointed Maryke van Lill as managing director, effective 1 March, following more than 15 years of experience in marketing, brand strategy and client leadership. Van Lill, who previously served as general manager of marketing for the hospitality division, will join the O&L Group executive team and lead the business's strategic direction focused on sustainable growth and premium brand positioning.
Baierkraft, a German motorcycle manufacturer, has selected Namibia as its primary assembly facility for producing motorcycles designed for African emerging markets. The company expects to produce its first pre-series ORYX 300 model in August 2026 and anticipates employing over 200 Namibians by 2027, leveraging the country's climate advantages, landscape, logistics infrastructure, and port access for regional distribution.
The Namibia Power Corporation has submitted a bulk tariff application of 8.4%, raising the average tariff from 206.11 c/kWh to 223.40 c/kWh. The Electricity Control Board noted that while cost-reflectivity would require a 30.4% increase, NamPower has opted for a measured approach to balance tariff cost-reflectivity with affordability.
Namibia exported USD 13 million in goods to Russia in 2024 while importing USD 39.5 million, prompting the government to launch a business forum aimed at expanding Namibian exports and deepening economic partnerships in agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and other priority sectors.
Namibia's Revenue Agency has warned that mineral and petroleum licence transfers are subject to Namibian tax even when conducted abroad, with only 5% of companies currently complying. A tax amnesty expires in October, but industry representatives have raised concerns that the current tax regime discourages investment.
The Johanna Jacobs Vocational Training Centre at Gibeon is proposing a biodiversity and restoration programme to remove invasive prosopis (makarakasha) trees that consume large quantities of water and damage infrastructure. The centre plans to harvest timber for productive use and introduce fish farming and superfruit orchards to transform the area into an agricultural hub.
The One Economy Foundation equipped 90 young people in Groot Aub, Rehoboth, and Okahandja with entrepreneurship training and starter kits through its #EmpowerToEarn initiative, in partnership with FirstRand Namibia Foundation Trust. The two-day workshops, held between February and March, covered business set-up, financial literacy, and practical training in catering, hairdressing, and agriculture—areas identified through consultation with over 450 young people as having strong income-earning potential.
Residents of Omuthiya raised concerns at a public meeting about the council's failure to fix broken streetlights, clear overgrown areas, clean the town, collect household waste, and address unsanitary conditions at the open market. The mayor said the council is working with the Northern Regional Electricity Distributor to fix the lights and will investigate the market conditions, while noting that waste collection depends on residents placing bins outside their yards on designated days.
Erongo police have asked taxi and bus operators to serve as informants and join the police reservist programme to combat drug trafficking in the region. Police seized drugs valued at N$2.5 million between October 2025 and February 2026, and warned drivers that they may face legal consequences if found transporting illegal items unknowingly.
Beatus 'Tuna' Iiyambo went missing on 11 January after travelling to Windhoek for a job. His family has staged a demonstration demanding answers from police and the businessman who employed him, claiming discrepancies in accounts of his movements and noting his phone was last used on 11 January despite claims he called days later.
Opposition MPs and analysts have criticized the government's agreement to give China General Nuclear Power Group a 70% controlling stake in a N$3-billion coastal desalination plant while the state retains only 30%, raising concerns about water sovereignty and affordability for poor Namibians. NamWater and Swakop Uranium defended the joint venture structure as necessary to finance critical infrastructure while maintaining public sector participation.
A 40-year-old taxi driver was arrested in Windhoek's central business district for attempting to bribe a traffic officer to avoid a N$750 fine. Police urged motorists to refrain from bribery, warning that it undermines police performance.
Regional councillor Erastus Nekomba treated public servants to lunch from local market vendors to raise awareness and support for small-scale traders' livelihoods. The Oshikoto regional council says the initiative will be repeated quarterly.
Two suspects arrested in Katutura with large quantities of suspected stolen copper wire have been granted bail of N$3 000 each by Katutura Magistrate's Court. Police warned that copper wire theft damages critical infrastructure and disrupt essential services, and cautioned that offenders will face consequences under the law.
A manipulated video falsely showing Vice President Lucia Witbooi promoting an online money-making scheme promising up to N$18,800 daily earnings is circulating on social media. Authorities warn the deepfake is a common scam tactic used to impersonate public figures and defraud people, and the public is urged to report suspicious content and verify information through official sources.
NamWater has announced a scheduled maintenance shutdown of the Otjihase Pump Station on 19 March 2026 due to NamPower work on an electrical reticulation line, affecting some downstream customers in the Brakwater area; the City of Windhoek and major storage reservoirs will not be affected.
The Commissioner-General of the Namibian Correctional Service visited Katima Mulilo Correctional Facility to assess progress on seven centre-pivot irrigation systems being installed on farmland in the Zambezi Region, with completion targeted for end of March or early April. He urged staff at the facility to prioritize teamwork and collaboration for organizational success.
An 18-year-old learner has been arrested after allegedly stabbing another learner in the neck at De Duine Secondary School in Narraville, Walvis Bay. The victim, who intervened in a fight, was treated at hospital and discharged, while the suspect faces attempted murder or assault charges at the Walvis Bay Magistrate's Court.
A review of Emerald Fennell's film adaptation of Emily Brontë's *Wuthering Heights* finds it a bright, romance-focused interpretation that removes much of the novel's gothic and supernatural darkness, sanitises the morally complex characters (especially Heathcliff), and diverges significantly in tone and content from the book.
Diana Masters, who has appeared in local films and stage productions since childhood, says Namibian actors deserve fair rates and stronger support systems, including international exposure, collaborations, and training opportunities to raise standards and expand visibility of the country's film and theatre industries.
Namibian rapper and producer Sunny Boy, known for hits like "Balance" and "Summertime," discusses his journey from church choir singer to established artist, his creation of the hikwa genre blending hip-hop and kwaito, and upcoming album "The Kingdom of Yaziza." He encourages aspiring musicians to pursue their passion while ensuring music becomes central to their lives, and notes Namibian artists can compete internationally, citing TopCheri's recent award win in Rwanda.
Kimi Antonelli, the youngest pole-sitter in Formula One history, won his first grand prix in Shanghai, leading Mercedes to a one-two finish ahead of teammate George Russell. Both McLarens failed to start the race after separate technical issues.
Daniil Medvedev ended Carlos Alcaraz's 16-match winning streak with a 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) victory to reach the Indian Wells final, where he will face Jannik Sinner, who defeated Alexander Zverev 6-2, 6-4.
France retained the Six Nations title with a 48-46 victory over England, decided by a Thomas Ramos penalty kick after the final whistle. Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored four tries in a 13-try thriller in which the lead changed hands repeatedly.
Real Madrid defeated Elche 4-1 in La Liga on Saturday, with goals from Antonio Rudiger, Fede Valverde, Dean Huijsen, and Arda Guler. The victory moves Los Blancos within one point of Barcelona at the top of La Liga ahead of the Catalans' match against Sevilla.
Max Dowman, 16, became the Premier League's youngest ever goalscorer as Arsenal defeated Everton 2-0 to extend their lead over Manchester City to nine points. City drew 1-1 with West Ham, continuing their recent struggles in the title race.
Inter Milan drew 1–1 with Atalanta at home on Saturday after Nikola Krstovic's 82nd-minute equalizer, which Inter's coaching staff disputed, allowing AC Milan to close the gap in the title race. Napoli beat Lecce 2–1 with Scott McTominay returning from injury as a substitute.
Wales defeated Italy 31-17 in Cardiff on Saturday to end a 15-match losing streak in the Six Nations, with the Welsh dominant in the first half, scoring four tries for a 31-0 lead before Italy rallied late in the match.
Bayern Munich drew 1-1 with Bayer Leverkusen despite being reduced to nine men after two red cards in a Bundesliga clash on Saturday. Second-placed Borussia Dortmund defeated Augsburg 2-0, moving nine points behind the reigning champions with eight games remaining.
France's Dorian Godon won the shortened seventh stage of Paris-Nice after heavy snow and rain forced organisers to cut the planned route and alter the start. Two-time Tour de France winner Jonas Vingegaard maintains a commanding 3min 22sec lead heading into the final stage in Nice.
Ireland beat Scotland 43-21 at Lansdowne Road on Saturday to keep their Six Nations title hopes alive and win the Triple Crown for the fourth time in five years. The victory, featuring six tries from the Irish, extended their winning streak against Scotland to 12 games and left them three points ahead of France in the title race.
High school pupils and university students from across Namibia participated in the 4th Annual David Namwandi Trust Half Marathon in Windhoek, which featured a 21km race for tertiary students and a 10km race for high school pupils aged 16 to 19. The event aims to give young athletes from all 14 regions an opportunity to showcase their long-distance running skills and promote discipline, physical fitness, confidence and mental endurance.
Construction of a multi-purpose sport facility in Usakos has begun as part of the government's N$140-million national sport infrastructure programme directed by the president to develop facilities across all 14 regions. The project will include a football pitch, athletics track, spectator seating and changing rooms, with completion expected to enable the town to host regional sporting tournaments and support youth development.
Vetaruhe Kandorozu delivered an impromptu stand-up comedy special on the parliamentary floor titled 'Namibia Does Not Look Like That', featuring a joke about deputy minister Dino Ballotti that drew silence rather than laughs. The Namibian's opinion piece critiques the failed routine and suggests Kandorozu misunderstands both comedy and Namibia's multicultural identity.
An opinion piece argues that a directive from Omusati's education office banning teachers from running side businesses overlooks the economic hardship many educators face, with salaries insufficient to cover living costs. The author contends that such punitive measures risk demoralising teachers and suggests instead adopting balanced policies that formalise supplementary income opportunities or increase teacher salaries.