SWAPO MP Gaudntia Kröhne has urged the National Assembly to support the 2026/27 national budget, emphasizing three pillars: N$54.3 billion in social investment covering education, health and pensions; productivity-focused spending on infrastructure and energy; and fiscal prudence to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio toward SADC standards while identifying N$2.3 billion in operational savings.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
SWAPO MP Gaudntia Kröhne has urged the National Assembly to support the 2026/27 national budget, emphasizing three pillars: N$54.3 billion in social investment covering education, health and pensions; productivity-focused spending on infrastructure and energy; and fiscal prudence to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio toward SADC standards while identifying N$2.3 billion in operational savings.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila announced a reshuffle of Swapo MPs across standing committees, parliamentary friendship groups and multilateral organisations, with several lawmakers removed from previous roles and reassigned with immediate effect.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
PDM leader McHenry Venaani told the National Assembly that Namibia must pursue fundamental economic reforms to expand productive capacity, including industrial transformation, agricultural development through irrigation, infrastructure investment, and improved project planning. He argued that the country needs capable state institutions, stronger education outcomes tied to labour market needs, and mobilisation of domestic capital for development priorities.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa addressed the Students Union of Namibia general assembly, encouraging young people to transcend organisational divisions and collaborate for national development. He emphasised that democracy requires active student participation, that youth should study relevant skills for market deployment, and that graduates should consider opportunities in rural areas to ensure inclusive development.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda tabled a motion in the National Assembly opposing the use of chief mourners at state funerals, arguing the practice is a foreign concept that disregards indigenous burial customs and creates cultural confusion. Amupanda cited examples from various Namibian traditions, including orientation of graves and gender-specific burial practices, and contended that state funerals fail to observe rituals that hold spiritual significance.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A Social Security Commission manager has formally requested an internal audit investigation into whether CEO Milka Mungunda improperly influenced procurement processes linked to the planned National Pension Fund and National Medical Benefit Fund. The investigation is expected to determine whether procurement procedures and governance rules were followed during preparations for implementing the two national funds.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Steve Biko Booys, a former National Council member, has filed a sixth bail application in connection with rape charges stemming from an alleged incident at his Okahandja home in January 2021. He has been in custody for five years; the prosecution argues there are no new facts in the application and cites DNA evidence and text message records as incriminating evidence, while the defence contends the state's case is weak.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Some Swapo members holding full-time government positions as councillors, governors and ministers are allegedly refusing to vacate their party leadership posts, defying a February directive by party secretary general Sophia Shaningwa requiring them to step down to prevent leadership vacuums and operational paralysis. Those refusing include Khomas governor Sam Nujoma (SPYL regional coordinator), Emma Muteka (SPYL district secretary), and Minister Indileni Daniel (party women's council coordinator), though some members have complied with the order.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's ruling party has filed a High Court application seeking removal of repatriated veterans who set up camp outside SWAPO's Windhoek headquarters, demanding release of funds and benefits allegedly promised over three decades ago. SWAPO's Secretary General said the party has found no UN documents proving funds were paid to SWAPO for distribution to returning exiles, and cited health and environmental hazards from the occupation.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia will mark its 36th Independence Day on Saturday, 21 March 2026, with coordinated celebrations across all 14 regions under the theme "Beyond 35: For a Prosperous Future." Events will feature regional leaders, cabinet ministers delivering keynote addresses, entertainment, and free transport arrangements for residents.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Ohangwena Regional Youth Forum chairperson Monica Ndeilenga said young people in the region have achieved political freedom since independence but face high unemployment and a mismatch between education and job opportunities. She called for youth integration into high-level decision-making on agriculture, infrastructure and macro-economic planning, and advocated for regional value chains, improved access to funding, and stronger youth participation in governance.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) disclosed a cybersecurity breach detected on 6 March involving unauthorised network access, though airport services have been restored and there is no confirmed data theft. The incident prompted the Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team to issue a public advisory and call on all organisations to strengthen cyber resilience through enhanced security measures.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
National Council chairperson Lukas Sinimbo Muha addressed members of the 7th National Council at an induction seminar in Swakopmund, urging them to strengthen their role in promoting inclusive development and participatory democracy as a constitutional imperative. He stressed that parliament must listen to citizens' voices and hold the executive accountable, while the NC serves as a bridge between regional and central government interests.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Gladice Pickering was sworn in as an Acting Judge of the High Court on Monday, serving from 16 March to 30 June 2026. Her appointment requires temporary replacement in her role as executive director at the Office of the Prime Minister, with Shivute Indongo taking over the position.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Savanna Beef Operations began trading slaughter rights on the Namibia Securities Exchange's over-the-counter platform on Monday, with 927 rights sold at N$300 each on the first day. The system grants shareholders priority access to slaughter capacity at the facility and is intended to provide market-based access to abattoir capacity for producers while awaiting full European Union export certification.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A pilot shipment of 24 tonnes of Zambian avocados has been exported through Walvis Bay to Rotterdam, marking a shift from traditional Cape Town routes. The initiative aims to position Namibia as a regional logistics hub, with potential for significantly larger volumes including citrus and blueberries in future seasons.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's active SIM card subscriptions rose to 2.788 million in the fourth quarter of 2025 from 2.674 million in Q3, driven largely by a 5% increase in prepaid services, according to communications regulator Cran. Mobile broadband subscriptions grew 4%, while fixed-line subscriptions continued to decline.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Windhoek High Court rejected an urgent application by Rossmund Golf Course CC to stop a judicial auction of the course near Swakopmund, with Judge Gabriel Komboni ruling the applicants had not met the requirements for urgent hearing. The 53.6-hectare golf course was set to be auctioned on Wednesday following a default judgment for N$19.9 million owed to the Development Bank of Namibia.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Nasan Energies is in final stages of acquiring 52 business units from Vivo Energy and Engen Namibia, a regulatory-mandated divestiture intended to increase market competition. The company has completed its retail identity, implemented new operational systems, and secured fuel supply contracts ahead of the Namibian Competition Commission's final decision.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A railway maintenance company argues that Namibia's ageing rail infrastructure, managed by TransNamib, requires proactive maintenance, clearer accountability, and closer partnership between government and private contractors to improve safety, reduce costs, and create skilled employment for young Namibians.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Central North Regional Electricity Distributor (Cenored) has announced a planned power interruption affecting several customers on the Uitkomst 11kV network at Grootfontein on 16, 18 and 20 March between 08h00 and 17h00, due to scheduled line maintenance aimed at improving electricity supply reliability in the area.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Swiss multinational PUMA Energy Namibia has filed an urgent application in the High Court seeking reinstatement at Eros and Ondangwa Airports after Namibia Airports Company locked it out, preventing it from providing aviation fueling services. The dispute stems from NAC's 2021 award of the fuel services tender to Central Oil Namibia, which PUMA claims violated procurement law; PUMA's appeal to the Supreme Court remains pending.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
NamPost reported progress in strengthening operations and advancing digital transformation at its AGM, declaring an N$8 million dividend to the government. The entity highlighted initiatives under its "Project Sky" digital programme, including digital money transfers and ATM rollouts, while expanding financial services access through its 148 nationwide service points.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
Dionisia Jonas of TouchbyDio launched her makeup artistry business from home in 2017 and is now expanding into beauty products through a partnership to launch Pureva Makeup Remover in 2026, while managing the venture as a second income alongside full-time work.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The OMDis SME Centre in Oranjemund provides training, mentorship, networking platforms and market exposure to help small businesses grow and diversify the town's economy beyond mining. The centre offers business training covering financial literacy, digital marketing and compliance, alongside one-on-one consultations and events like farmers markets and entrepreneurship expos.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Angola has launched full production at the Quiluma offshore gas field, marking the country's first development of a non-associated gas field and positioning it as a major LNG supplier to Europe and Asia. Operating at full capacity, the field is expected to produce approximately 330 million cubic feet of gas per day, or around 2 million tonnes of LNG annually.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
As global oil prices surge amid geopolitical instability in the Middle East, Namibia's National Oil Storage Facility provides strategic defence against supply disruptions and fuel price volatility. With 75 million litres capacity and three months of strategic reserves, the facility operated by Namcor centralises fuel imports and distribution while the National Energy Fund cushions consumers from rising global prices.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses has called for urgent review of Namibia's mining laws to address illegal mining and ensure residents benefit from the region's mineral resources. She highlighted that small-scale miners in the Daures constituency, many of whom have operated since the 1960s–70s, are now classified as illegal despite their long history, while poor enforcement has allowed this to continue for decades.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The expanded Otjiwarongo HopSol solar plant, upgraded at a cost of over N$200 million, was commissioned on Thursday and will now generate approximately 13 megawatts of electricity for the national grid. The upgraded facility includes modern battery storage capability, making it the country's first solar generation facility backed by such technology, allowing it to produce power at night and during cloudy conditions.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The government warns that invasive fruit fly species, particularly the oriental fruit fly, pose a growing threat to Namibia's horticultural sector and table grape exports along the Orange River. A workshop organised by the EU-funded Stosar II programme brought together stakeholders to strengthen pest surveillance, identification and control systems to meet international phytosanitary requirements and protect market access.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Katjinakatji Combined School in Kavango West has revived its garden to provide pupils with hands-on agricultural experience while working toward supplying vegetables to the school's hostel. Grade 11 and 12 pupils conduct practical exams and research the effectiveness of different fertilisers, though the project faces challenges including salty water and limited funding for resources like irrigation equipment.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A Ministry of Agriculture official has expressed concern about poor buyer participation at livestock auctions in northern communal areas, saying strong buyer numbers are essential for sustaining farmers' livelihoods. The official notes that auctions offer farmers fair prices and minimal travel costs, and suggests increased awareness campaigns to encourage both sellers and buyers.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Hydrological Services warns that the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo is rising toward the 7-metre mark and nearly double last year's level, with water overflowing into eastern floodplains. Communities in flood-prone areas across Namibia are urged to activate flood preparedness measures as thundershowers are expected to continue river rises.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
At Katjinakatji Combined School in Kavango West, a revived school garden serves as a hands-on learning space where Grade 11 and 12 learners plant tomatoes, onions and peppers while conducting investigations on fertiliser effectiveness as part of their agricultural science curriculum. The teacher notes the garden bridges theoretical and practical learning, though the project faces challenges including salty water and resource constraints.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Communities in Kabbe South and North have been isolated by swiftly rising floodwaters in early March, with the Zambezi River reaching seven metres and overflowing into surrounding plains. Residents are now reliant on costly and dangerous canoe transport, while access to healthcare, education, and food supplies has been severely disrupted, prompting calls for improved transport systems and elevated infrastructure.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Republic of South Korea has donated 4,896 tonnes of rice worth N$61 million to Namibia's Office of the Prime Minister for drought relief, with Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare highlighting the government's goal of food self-sufficiency and ongoing bilateral collaboration between the two nations.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The education ministry has distributed N$223,000 worth of mushroom production equipment to youth groups across the country as part of its self-employment programme aimed at creating economic opportunities and improving food security. Six youth-led projects received materials, and the ministry plans to expand the initiative in 2026/2027.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Walvis Bay municipality announced that Langstrand and Kuisebmond will experience a temporary water interruption from 17 to 19 March due to a supply disruption from the Swakopmund supply line. Residents are urged to use water sparingly and make preparations.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Mphonyana Verbeeck, a 39-year-old endometriosis advocate with stage four of the disease, shares her six-year ordeal of daily bleeding and subsequent loss of her uterus and ovary, while urging women to seek early medical help and raising awareness through an event at Namibia University of Science and Technology on 18 March.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Two doctors, several nurses, teachers, intern doctors and health ministry officials are implicated in a fraud scheme involving false medical insurance claims from Sanlam between 2020 and 2024, with accused individuals appearing in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court charged with submitting fraudulent claims. The scheme allegedly involved fake hospitalisations and medical results, with some perpetrators linked to the murder of a prosecutor.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Eileen Private School in Kavango East is offering Grade 10 classes despite a January directive from the regional education directorate to stop, as the school is only authorised to teach pre-primary through junior secondary. The school owner disputes the inspector's approach while the education directorate says the school violated the Basic Education Act by not submitting a required application for the new classes.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
IPC parliamentarian Lilian Lutuhezi has called for measures to stop the exploitation of children as labourers on farms, in villages, and as domestic workers, citing a recent case of an Angolan girl arrested from illegal employment. She said the practice violates the Child Care and Protection Act of 2015 and Namibia's international commitments to protect children from exploitation.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Burnout is an organisational risk characterised by emotional exhaustion and reduced effectiveness that often goes undetected as employees remain physically present but mentally depleted. Addressing burnout requires realistic workloads, clear roles, supportive leadership and psychological safety to maintain engagement and productivity.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The government has inaugurated a N$7.3-million dialysis unit at Keetmanshoop District Hospital and plans to upgrade it to an intermediate facility, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for treatment. The upgrade is part of a N$16-billion national health systems strengthening programme, with over N$100 million already invested in ||Kharas region health infrastructure since 2023.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A 15-member family in Havana informal settlement faces demolition of a partially-built house they invested N$500,000 in, after the City of Windhoek says it was constructed without proper municipal approval. The family claims they believed they could build after the land was demarcated in October, but the municipality says demarcation does not constitute a permit, and calls on them to demolish the illegal structure.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Naomi Fisch has been re-arrested by Namibian Police after allegedly being found with cocaine at her Rehoboth residence, a month after she was granted N$10,000 bail in a separate drug case.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's cybersecurity team detected 535,204 cyber vulnerabilities during October–December 2025, a 4.28% decrease from the previous quarter, though phishing scams and ransomware threats remain persistent concerns. The team has identified emerging ransomware groups and emphasises the need for continued vigilance in protecting critical infrastructure.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
Monica Geingos received an Honorary Doctorate in Philosophy from the University of Johannesburg in recognition of her work in social development, youth empowerment, and gender equity across Africa. The honour acknowledges her two decades in financial and investment sectors, her roles as founder of the One Economy Foundation and #BeFree Movement Project, and her service as UNAIDS Special Advocate and President of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
A 22-month-old boy died in Okathitukambanda village, Omusati Region, after twin brothers allegedly stuffed sand into his mouth, nose and eyes during unsupervised play with four minor children. The incident has raised fresh concerns about child safety and supervision in northern communities, where drowning incidents among unsupervised children have also been reported.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
A suspected food poisoning outbreak at Rundu Senior Secondary School has affected 283 learners, with four admitted to hospital and 11 under medical observation. The incident, linked to food consumed on Monday, comes as the Kavango regions have recorded 30 food poisoning deaths over the past three years, and at least five cases have been reported since the beginning of 2026.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
The annual Kunene Regional Career Fair 2026 concluded in Sesfontein after a week-long regional outreach targeting learners from Grade 4 to 12, connecting them with higher education institutions, vocational centres, government and private companies to explore career pathways and educational opportunities.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
University of Namibia students have relaunched the #LosDieChoef campaign to combat rising vape use among youth, citing increased complaints from teachers and a spread of vaping from secondary to primary schools. The nationwide effort, now in partnership with the City of Windhoek, aims to educate young people and adults about vaping's health risks while supporting enforcement of local regulations treating vaping like public smoking.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Monica Geingos was conferred with an honorary doctorate from the University of Johannesburg in recognition of her leadership and advocacy for social development across Africa. She dedicated the honour to her late husband, President Hage Geingob, saying it fulfills a promise to pursue her own PhD as they had planned together.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Government has expanded rural water supply across all 14 regions through drilling 94 new boreholes, installing 137 water units, rehabilitating 51 existing boreholes, and constructing 55 short pipelines. The efforts have increased rural access to safe drinking water from 83.5% to 84.9% and reduced distances families travel to access water.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Eighteen inmates at Windhoek Correctional Facility have sued the head of educational services after their daily study hours were reduced from six to two, arguing the decision violates the Correctional Service Act's rehabilitation objectives and was made without proper written directive or consultation.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia University of Science and Technology has rejected allegations of favouritism in its Emergency Medical Care programme, stating that all student appeals regarding academic outcomes are assessed individually on merit and in line with university policies. NUST also addressed student concerns about programme length, equipment quality, and make-up assessment opportunities, saying all decisions are guided by institutional regulations applied equally to all students.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
A 62-year-old woman arrested for allegedly employing a 16-year-old Angolan domestic worker and physically assaulting her was denied bail in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court. She faces charges including trafficking in persons and violations of the Childcare and Protection Act.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Kavango East governor Hamunyera Hambyuka handed over a newly constructed two-roomed house to Kapango Kavera and her family at Fumbe village, after her plight of sleeping on the ground with grandchildren under a tree became public. The corrugated zinc structure, built at a cost of N$30,000 using State funds through collaboration with Rundu Vocational Training Centre, provides immediate relief, and the governor pledged to furnish it with beds and blankets.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Omaheke Regional Council donated equipment and materials worth N$257,000 to schools in Epukiro constituency, including printers, kitchen parts, furniture, and IT equipment. The donations were funded through the ORC's VAT refund programme and distributed during Epukiro Secondary School's prize-giving ceremony.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Women of Purpose, a community-based organisation founded in 2022, is intensifying its work through education, community support and collaboration, having provided sanitary pads, school uniforms and food to vulnerable students and families, and hosted youth empowerment events on topics including education and mental health.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
A locally produced film titled 'Life – Living in Faith Everyday' has earned two nominations at the Lift-Off Global Network Sessions, signalling growing recognition for Namibia's film industry. The 58-minute drama, shot in Windhoek and released in 2024, explores themes of betrayal, resilience, and gender-based violence, and has already drawn strong response at local screenings and from international adjudicators.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ovambanderu Youth League president called on Ovambanderu youth to take pride in their history, culture and languages, and to decolonise their minds by learning from community elders and historians. The league plans to promote education, vocational training and community engagement while addressing youth unemployment and involvement in illegal activities.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Confederation of African Football has overturned the 2025 Afcon final result and declared Morocco winners 3-0 after Senegal's players temporarily refused to play during the match on 18 January, citing Article 82 of the competition regulations. Senegal, who had won the match 1-0, says it will appeal the decision at the Court of Arbitration for Sport, calling it "unfair" and "unprecedented."
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Football Association says the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, which reaches all 14 regions and 121 constituencies, is a key grassroots talent identification and player development programme that helps transition young players into national teams. The competition also emphasises referee training, strict medical protocols for player safety, and development-focused coaching over short-term winning.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Xavier Papo and Delsia Janse van Vuuren won the elite categories of the first cross-country Olympic race in the Rock & Rut series in Windhoek, with riders competing on a 4.3km lap route. The Rock & Rut Mountain Bike Club used the race to build fitness ahead of the UCI-sanctioned XC1 event scheduled for 18 April.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Aquatics Sports Federation sent four swimmers aged 17–18 to the South African National Youth Swimming Championships in Port Elizabeth this week to showcase their talent and gain exposure at international standard competitions.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Oshana finished third last year and has selected a 20-man squad for the Nedbank Namibia Newspaper Cup, with coach Hafuto Natanael saying they are well-prepared to advance from their challenging group featuring Khomas and Erongo.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Real Madrid defeated 10-man Manchester City 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium to complete a 5-1 aggregate victory and eliminate them from the Champions League for the fourth time in five seasons. City's captain Bernardo Silva was shown an early red card for handling the ball on his own line, and Vinicius Junior scored twice, including from a penalty, to seal Madrid's passage.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Confederation of African Football ruled that Senegal forfeited the African Cup of Nations final after players walked off the pitch in protest of a controversial late penalty award, declaring Morocco champions 3-0. Senegal's walkoff violated Afcon regulations stating that teams leaving the pitch before the scheduled end are deemed losers and eliminated from the competition.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The first leg of Namibia's national circuit racing championships attracted a record field of nine entries and was marked by fierce competition, though mechanical failures and high temperatures dampened the day. Rookie Ndapa Auala impressed in his first official tarmac outing, winning the beginners' Class X with 10 points.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Richard Slamet Jr won the Power Series at Cape Town's Killarney International Raceway after his bike suffered mechanical failure before the race. Fellow racer Wesley Hendricks donated spare parts so Slamet could compete, and despite starting last on the grid, Slamet worked his way up 20 places to claim victory.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Japandera Kamburona, newly elected president of the Namibia Rural Sport Development Federation, aims to collaborate with regional associations to nurture grassroots talent in football and netball across rural areas. Despite challenges including infrastructure deficits, equipment shortages, and limited funding, the federation runs year-long tournaments that have produced players competing in premier leagues in Namibia, South Africa, and Botswana.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Eight-time national chess champion Charles Eichab has been elected president of the Namibia Chess Federation and plans to expand the sport's reach across the country through grassroots development, stronger regional structures, and increased international participation. He aims to strengthen coaching and talent identification, attract sponsorship, and work toward integrating chess into government schools as an educational tool.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia National Olympic Committee hosted the AthleteMind Programme to strengthen the psychological preparedness of elite athletes, equipping them with practical mental performance tools to handle international and Olympic competition. NNOC leadership emphasized that mental strength is as vital as physical training when competing under intense global pressure.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Gobabis-based Young African sit 11th in the Namibia Premier Football League with 27 points and five matches remaining. Head coach and owner Marley Ngarizemo attributed the team's struggles to poor player discipline off the pitch but remains cautiously optimistic about surviving relegation through their remaining fixtures.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
A new black rhino calf has been born at the Gondwana ERP Black Rhino Sanctuary, marking a significant milestone for conservation efforts protecting the endangered species. The birth highlights the positive impact of de-fencing, rewilding and species reintroduction initiatives aimed at restoring natural habitats and supporting wildlife populations.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
Explosions were heard in Erbil, capital of Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region, on Wednesday, with journalists witnessing projectile interceptions over the city, which hosts a major US consulate and coalition troops. The strikes follow daily attacks claimed by Iran-backed groups against US interests in Iraq.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
An Electoral Commission commissioner argues that US and Israeli military strategy targeting Iran's leadership has backfired due to Iran's decentralized command structure and the religious significance of slain leaders as martyrs. He suggests Iran is pursuing a war of attrition, leveraging low-cost drone technology to impose unsustainable defense costs on its adversaries.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah met a high-level Russian delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister Yury Trutnev to reaffirm bilateral relations and discuss outcomes of the 11th Namibia–Russia Intergovernmental Commission session. The President said government remains committed to deepening cooperation in energy, agriculture, defence, education and people-to-people relations, while Trutnev noted the visit includes Russian business representatives expected to open opportunities for expanded economic cooperation.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah met with Russia's deputy prime minister Yury Trutnev, who led a delegation of about 30 Russian companies to explore partnerships in energy, mining, and agriculture. Despite long-standing diplomatic ties, current trade between the two countries is estimated at only about US$17 million, and the intergovernmental commission agreed to establish intermediary structures to facilitate business engagement and expand cooperation into joint ventures and technology transfer.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Graaff-Reinet, a historic South African town, has been renamed after anti-apartheid icon Robert Sobukwe in a government decree, sparking fierce community opposition with petitions and legal threats from residents who view it as divisive, while Sobukwe's family and liberation struggle advocates see it as overdue recognition of his role in the struggle against apartheid.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake hit off Cuba's coast early yesterday at a depth of 11.6 kilometres, about 49 kilometres south-southwest of Maisi, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage. The USGS alert level was set to green, indicating low likelihood for casualties and damage.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Explosions struck Tehran following a night of bombing as US President Trump pressed allies to help protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz; the conflict, now in its third week, has spread to Lebanon and Iraq, displaced millions, and driven oil prices up five percent, though major allies including Britain, Germany, Japan, and Australia have refused military involvement.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
An opinion piece argues that Namibian youth should use available funding to establish manufacturing industries in agro-processing, furniture, textiles, construction materials, and cosmetics, replacing imports and creating local employment rather than waiting for foreign-owned companies to provide jobs.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →