Politics
IPC urges Namibians to unite over Cassinga legacy
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The Independent Patriots for Change called on Namibians to safeguard the legacy of Cassinga by rejecting political division and embracing national unity.
5 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
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Politics
IPC urges Namibians to unite over Cassinga legacy
The Independent Patriots for Change called on Namibians to safeguard the legacy of Cassinga by rejecting political division and embracing national unity.
5 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Swapo's Hardap regional coordinator Joplin !Gontes dies
Joplin !Gontes, Swapo Party regional coordinator for Hardap since August 2022, passed away following an illness.
5 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibia resists international pressure for LGBTQ legal protections
Namibia has firmly pushed back against international calls to expand legal protections for LGBTQ individuals, with Minister of Justice and Labour Relations Wise Immanuel defending the government's position at a UN review.
5 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Petrus Sindimba transferred to Office of Prime Minister
Petrus Sindimba, Executive Director of the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development, has been reassigned to the Office of the Prime Minister, Cabinet Secretariat, as Executive Director Grade 1 without accounting responsibilities, effective 1 May 2026, following a Public Service Commission recommendation.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
President appoints Major General Nainda as Acting Inspector General
President Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Major General Anne-Marie Nainda as Acting Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, effective immediately, for a one-year term. She replaces Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo and is described as a seasoned law enforcement professional with extensive experience in senior command roles.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Road linking Omulonu to Oshuuli officially opened
The Minister of Works and Transport and Ohangwena Region Governor officially opened the 23 km district road D4119 from Omulonu to Oshuuli on 24 April 2026, funded through Namibian-German Development Cooperation at a contract value of N$53 million. The all-year-round road connects two schools, a heritage centre, and more than 2,000 people in a previously sandy-track area.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Cassinga commemoration must drive concrete national action
At the 48th Cassinga Day commemoration in Kavango West, MP Austin Samupwa called for the spirit of remembrance to guide the nation beyond symbolic ritual, urging leaders and citizens to address poverty, inequality, and poor service delivery, and to honour the fallen through unity and action against social ills.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for unity at Cassinga Day commemoration
At the 48th commemoration of the Cassinga massacre in Outapi, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called on Namibians to uphold unity and protect the country's independence, warning against corruption, nepotism and favouritism. The IPC stated that Cassinga Day should not be used for political purposes.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Supreme Court rejects LLPBN's wasted costs claim in redline dispute
The Supreme Court of Namibia ruled that the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia did not meet the legal standard to claim "wasted costs" in a dispute linked to the veterinary cordon fence. The court found that the Board's claim that changes to court papers caused it to incur unnecessary legal costs did not meet the threshold for wasted costs.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
IPPR calls for reforms to strengthen media sustainability and press freedom
The Institute for Public Policy Research has warned that financial pressure and digital disruption are weakening Namibia's media sector, calling for funding models such as grants, public interest funds, and tax incentives to sustain quality reporting, as well as transparent advertising policies from government and state-owned enterprises.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Defence minister denies military takeover of presidential security
Defence Minister Frans Kapofi denied reports that the Namibian Defence Force has assumed responsibility for protecting President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, saying the military could step in only if required. The denial comes after an alleged security breach at State House on Thursday, when an unidentified man allegedly entered the presidential residence and reached the private living area before being apprehended, though details of how he gained access and whether he was arrested remain unclear.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President urges fairness and respect in workplace relations
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for collective recognition of workers' efforts through fairness, respect, and accountability in workplaces during International Workers' Day celebrations in Opuwo. She emphasised that the true measure of work dignity includes the ability to remain relevant through continuous in-service training and capacity building to guarantee productivity and economic growth.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
Namibian deputy speaker leads Pan-African Parliament committee
Deputy Speaker Philippus Katamelo has been appointed chairperson of the Pan-African Parliament's Permanent Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution, a position that involves guiding the committee's work on foreign policy, diplomacy, and peace issues. Katamelo is heading Namibia's parliamentary delegation at the Extraordinary Session of the 7th Pan-African Parliament in South Africa.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
President calls for national unity to honour liberation heroes
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the best way to honour fallen liberation heroes is for Namibians to work together in unity for socio-economic development, speaking at the Cassinga Day commemoration in Omusati Region. The commemoration marked the 4 May 1978 attack on the Cassinga refugee camp in Angola, where more than 600 people reportedly died.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
Aruvita Kayoka named new chief of Gciriku Traditional Authority
Aruvita Kayoka has been named as the new chief of the Gciriku Traditional Authority, announced by urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa on Tuesday. The position had been vacant for nearly seven years following a dispute between two factions after the death of chief Kassian Shiyambi in 2019.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Workers' strike against contract labour shaped Namibia's independence fight
High school student expulsions in August 1971 sparked mobilisation against Namibia's contract labour system under the slogan 'Break the wire'. In December 1971, 16,000 contract workers across Namibia went on strike to protest the system, beginning with 3,200 workers at Walvis Bay fish canning factories.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister urges workers, employers, government collaboration
Justice and labour relations minister Wise Immanuel called for stronger collaboration between workers, employers and government during International Workers' Day commemorations in Opuwo, saying such partnerships are essential to drive Namibia's economic growth and social development. He stressed the importance of tripartism to address labour challenges, with each stakeholder playing a critical role in strengthening the economy and improving working conditions.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Five candidates shortlisted for Namibia's prosecutor general
Five legal professionals have been shortlisted for the position of prosecutor general as incumbent Martha Imalwa's tenure ends. The candidates include former deputy prosecutor general Taswald July, former prosecutor Salomon Kanyemba, chief prosecutor Lucious Matota, and deputy prosecutors general Henry Muhongo and Ruben Shileka.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
President removes police inspector general Shikongo
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has removed Namibian Police inspector general Joseph Shikongo from his post, with major general Anne-Marie Nainda appointed as acting inspector general for one year. No grounds for the removal were given, though it came four days after a security breach at State House where an intruder reached the president's private floor.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Former police chief slams security breach at State House
Former inspector general Sebastian Ndeitunga says the failure to detect a man who entered the presidential residence last week exposed weaknesses across the police chain of command. The breach has fuelled speculation about the status of police inspector general Joseph Shikongo and raised questions about the VIP Protection Unit's head Michael Abraham.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Business
Financial Institutions and Markets Act comes into force
Namibia's Financial Institutions and Markets Act (FIMA) and NAMFISA Act became operational on 1 May 2026, consolidating previously fragmented laws into a single regulatory framework governing non-banking financial institutions, insurance, retirement funds, medical aid funds, and financial markets. NAMFISA said the implementation marks a transition from legislation to active enforcement, with focus on strengthening consumer protection and financial stability.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia, South Africa partner on retirement fund training
The Retirement Funds Institute of Namibia and South Africa's Batseta Council have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen governance and skills in Namibia's retirement fund sector through training programmes for trustees, principal officers, and boards, including modules on environmental, social and governance matters and cybersecurity risks.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Bank of Namibia's reserves rise to N$51.8 billion in March
The Bank of Namibia's international reserves increased slightly to N$51.8 billion at the end of March, supported by strong inflows of South African rand from commercial banks and customer foreign currency placements. The reserves provided about 3.2 months of import cover and are seen as sufficient to support the Namibian dollar's peg to the South African rand and meet short-term international obligations.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's financial system stable despite global risks
The Bank of Namibia and Namfisa's April 2026 Financial Stability Report found the financial system remained stable in 2025, though external shocks, cyber threats and closer ties between government and the financial sector pose ongoing risks. The banking sector showed strong capital and liquidity, with the non-performing loan ratio declining to 4.3%, and Namibia addressed all 13 anti-money laundering deficiencies identified by the Financial Action Task Force.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Financial Institutions and Markets Act begins operation May 1
The Financial Institutions and Markets Act (Fima) came into operation on 1 May 2026, as announced by Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah in a government gazette issued on 30 April. Some provisions of the act have been excluded from the commencement.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia Health Plan faces trust crisis over managed care transition
Namibia Health Plan (NHP) experienced operational disruption when transitioning its managed care services to Universal Care (Pty) Ltd, leaving members confused and unable to access benefits as providers scrambled to switch claims systems by an April 1, 2026 deadline. The article argues the crisis stems not from the decision itself but from poor communication and a gap between announcement and implementation that eroded trust in the "proudly Namibian" medical aid fund.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Bank Windhoek programme trains youth for banking careers
Bank Windhoek's Capricorn Foundation is running an 18-month emerging bankers programme to help young people aged 19–25 transition from education to employment, with an initial N$1-million investment in 2024 and a further N$3.24-million commitment to expand the initiative and recruit 15 new emerging bankers. The programme provides structured learning and hands-on branch experience across rural and underserved communities.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mining & Energy
Windhoek Solar Centre opens to promote renewable energy adoption
The City of Windhoek has inaugurated the Windhoek Solar Centre, a knowledge hub offering consultations, training, and guidance on solar energy solutions with a focus on improving access to communities without electricity. The facility, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development at approximately N$4.3 million, was jointly opened by Berlin State Secretary Michael Biel and Windhoek Mayor Sakarias Uunona as part of a partnership between the two cities established in 2000.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President reaffirms support for Hyphen green hydrogen project
Vice President Lucia Witbooi visited the Hyphen green hydrogen project in Lüderitz to reaffirm government support for the initiative and highlight its role in economic transformation, job creation, and sustainable development. The project is structured as a public-private partnership with government holding a 24% stake under a concession agreement signed in June 2023.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Mining output falls 9.4% but sales reach N$64.2 billion
Namibia's mining sector contracted 9.4% in 2025 due to lower diamond output, reduced metal production, and weaker global demand, yet generated N$64.18 billion in sales revenue. The sector contributed about 14% to GDP, with uranium and gold growth offsetting declines in diamonds and base metals, while government mining revenue increased 39% to N$7.8 billion.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's oil discoveries offer chance to build local refining capacity
Recent oil and gas discoveries in the Orange Basin, with an over 80% exploration success rate, position Namibia to avoid reliance on imported fuel and build local refining capacity—a lesson highlighted by recent fuel price shocks tied to Middle Eastern conflicts.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Agriculture & Land
Cabinet clarifies recent decision on fishing regulations
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has issued a clarification following confusion over a recent Cabinet decision on fishing regulations.
5 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Hyphen hydrogen project offers water, farming opportunities for Aus
Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani says the Hyphen Green Hydrogen Project near Lüderitz could provide desalinated water to support farming in water-stressed Aus and enable a green scheme in the area, while also delivering wider economic benefits and requiring sector-wide adjustments.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Society
399 graduate from Correctional Service training course
The 32nd Basic Training Course Graduation Ceremony for Correctional Officers, Intake 1/2025, was held in Omaruru with 399 trainees graduating. Minister of Home Affairs Lucia Iipumbu emphasised the Correctional Service's mandate to provide safe custody, maintain order and security, rehabilitate offenders, and prepare them for reintegration into society while maintaining professional control without cruelty or abuse.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
President urges workers to develop skills through online training
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged Namibian workers to take initiative in improving their skills through available learning opportunities, including online courses, and stressed that capacity building has no age limit. She said the 2026 International Workers' Day theme on continuous in-service training highlights the need for a skill-driven workforce to ensure productivity and economic growth, and called for cooperation between workers and employers.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Iipumbu warns new officers against inmate abuse amid staff shortage
Home affairs minister Lucia Iipumbu urged newly graduated correctional officers to treat inmates with dignity and warned against abuse of power at the 32nd Basic Training Graduation Ceremony, where 399 recruits graduated. The Namibian Correctional Service operates at about 30% of its required staff and faces pressure from shortages, ageing facilities, and lack of specialists.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Angolan children on Namibia streets spark growing public tension
A growing presence of Angolan children at traffic lights, shopping centres and restaurants across Windhoek and other towns has evolved from initial sympathy into public frustration and social tension, with reports of children being chased away and threatened with assault at restaurants.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Road accidents kill over 20 during long weekend
A series of accidents during the Workers' Day and Cassinga Day Commemoration long weekend resulted in over 20 deaths across Namibia, including 11 people killed on the B1 road when a Health Ministry patient bus collided with a truck. Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba called for urgent road safety interventions and stronger preventive measures.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
Road crash claims eleven lives; dispute over victim identities
A minibus operated by the Ministry of Health and Social Services crashed between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo on Friday, killing eleven people including two nurses and a driver. Sources dispute the ministry's claim that eight victims were patients, alleging they were hitchhikers picked up along the route, which has complicated identification efforts.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
College law courses offer viable path to legal careers
College certificates and diplomas in law, offered by institutions like Lingua College at Level 5 and 6, provide a legitimate starting point for students unable to meet direct university entry requirements, teaching foundational legal skills needed for later LLB study.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
University of Namibia hosts media industry lecture day
The University of Namibia's media society held a lecture day on "The Reality of the Media Industry" for over 50 students. Keynote speaker Johnathan Beukes, editor of The Namibian, discussed systemic challenges in traditional journalism, including competition from social media platforms prioritizing speed over accuracy, financial pressures as newsrooms compete with global tech giants, and recovery from Covid-19 pandemic impacts and declining advertising revenue.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Ministry says trimester system improving learning outcomes
The Ministry of Education says the reintroduced trimester system is improving learning outcomes and follows requests from school management, parents and teachers for shorter learning cycles and better teacher focus. A school principal supports the system but notes concerns about children enrolling mid-year, particularly in urban areas.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Man shoots attacker pretending to be drunk in Omuthiya
An attempted murder case was opened in Omuthiya after a man shot an assailant who approached him and his girlfriend while pretending to be drunk; both the shooter and attacker sustained serious injuries and were admitted to hospitals.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Police intercept N$1 million cannabis shipment near Keetmanshoop
Police intercepted a truck carrying cannabis valued at over N$1 million on the Grunau road outside Keetmanshoop on Friday, resulting in the arrest of three men aged 36, 41, and 47.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Man charged with breaching State House security appears in court
Giano Seibeb (29) appeared in Windhoek Magistrate's Court charged with trespassing, housebreaking with intent to commit an offence, and contravening the Immoral Practices Act after allegedly breaching State House security and entering the presidential residence naked on 30 April 2026. The court postponed the matter to 22 June 2026 for a mental evaluation; Seibeb, who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, indicated he wishes to plead guilty.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
46-year-old man found dead on Windhoek railway line
Nangombe Martin Meduletu was found dead on railway tracks at Omutsegwonime village in the early hours of Saturday; police suspect he was struck by a train. A suspect has been taken into custody and investigations are ongoing.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
State House intruder appears in court on security breach charges
Giano Seibeb (29) appeared in Windhoek Magistrate's Court facing charges of trespassing, housebreaking with intent, and contravening the Immoral Practices Act after breaching State House security on 30 April. The court heard he had escaped from the mental health ward at Windhoek Central Hospital where he was diagnosed with schizophrenia; the state requested postponement to 22 June 2026 for a mental evaluation.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ministry health minibus crashes with truck, all occupants die
A Ministry of Health and Social Services 14-seater minibus collided with an oncoming truck on the Otjiwarongo-Okahandja road on Friday, killing all occupants including the driver and three nurses accompanying patients. The youngest victim was nine-year-old Lazarus Hamutenya, who was being transported to Katutura State Hospital from Khorixas District Hospital.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Trial set for couple in N$9.9 million fraud case
Amanda and Barnard Jantjies are scheduled to stand trial beginning 1 June in the Windhoek High Court on charges including fraud, theft and money laundering totalling N$9.9 million, allegedly committed while Amanda worked as a bookkeeper for bus transport service Ekonolux.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Gambling addict pleads for operators to bar him
Jason Kauhondamwa (37) says he submitted a formal request to the Gambling Board of Namibia last August to be barred from gambling establishments, but eight months later nothing has changed, and he is now publicly appealing to gambling operators to refuse him entry.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Sport
Arsenal seek first Champions League final since 2006
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal will play like "beasts" against Atletico Madrid in a Champions League semi-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, with the Gunners seeking to reach the final for the first time since 2006 after a 1-1 draw in the first leg.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
China's Wu Yize wins World Snooker Championship, beats Murphy 18-17
Wu Yize, 22, won the World Snooker Championship for the first time with a dramatic 18-17 victory over Shaun Murphy at Sheffield's Crucible Theatre, becoming the second Chinese player to win the title.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Bayern's Kompany vows attacking style for PSG semi-final
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has promised to maintain his team's high-octane, high-risk attacking approach in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg against PSG, despite criticism for defensive vulnerability. Bayern hold a 21-goal tally in their past six games but have conceded 16 goals in the same span, trailing PSG by one goal from the 5-4 first leg.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
African Stars, Chula Chula eliminated from Top 8 Cup
The Standard Bank Top 8 Cup quarter-finals at Swakopmund saw defending champions African Stars fall to Eleven Arrows in a penalty shootout (0-0 draw, 4-2 loss), and fan favourites Eeshoke Chula Chula knocked out. Four teams advanced to the semi-finals, with Eleven Arrows set to face Mighty Gunners at Outjo.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian teen Dowie wins first ITF U18 singles title
Israel Dowie, 15, won his first ITF U18 junior singles title in Windhoek on Saturday, defeating Poland's Juliusz Stanczyk 6-2, 7-5, breaking through after reaching 10 semi-finals in a row.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian Kamatuka wins Nedbank Cup with Durban City FC
Namibian winger Joslin Kamatuka won the Nedbank Cup in South Africa with Durban City FC following a 2-1 victory against TS Galaxy in the final, marking his first silverware in the South African top-flight premiership since moving to the country in 2018. The 34-year-old did not feature in the final as he continues recovery from a hamstring injury sustained last year.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
FC Ongos opens three-point lead in Women Super League
FC Ongos extended its lead over defending champion Mighty Gunners to three points after winning two matches over the weekend, while Gunners drew with Arrows Ladies. With five rounds remaining, FC Ongos leads on 44 points, three ahead of Gunners, and 10 ahead of third-place Unam Bokkies.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
African Stars, Eeshoke Chula Chula exit Standard Bank Top 8 Cup
The Namibia Premier Football League champions African Stars and runners-up Eeshoke Chula Chula both failed to advance from the Standard Bank Top 8 Cup in Swakopmund. Stars lost 2-4 to Eleven Arrows on penalties after a goalless draw, while Mighty Gunners defeated Eeshoke Chula Chula 1-0.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
Namibian wrestlers earn medals at African Continental Championships
The Namibian wrestling team competed at the African Continental Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, with Lisias Shipopyeni earning a silver medal in Greco-Roman 55kg and Calvin Dreyer finishing fourth in the U/20 category. Other wrestlers including Petrus Haimbodi and Henrico Durand also competed, with the federation noting the performances demonstrated technical ability and provided valuable experience for future development.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
Namibia wins four silver, one bronze at African Wrestling Championships
Namibian wrestlers earned four silver medals and a bronze at the African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, with Lisias Shipopyeni securing two silvers in Greco-Roman and beach wrestling, and Ester Abraham claiming silver in women's beach wrestling. Lazarus Haimbodi added a bronze in senior Greco-Roman 63kg.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Tourism & Environment
Frost forecast for central and southern regions Wednesday
The Namibia Meteorological Service predicts frost in central and southern regions on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to drop further. Cold and windy conditions are likely to persist and intensify, with some rain showers also expected in the southern and Zambezi regions.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
PM Ngurare opposes new Sossusvlei access restrictions
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has insisted that access to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei remain unrestricted, rejecting a new directive from the Ministry of Environment and Tourism that limits the final 4.5 km stretch to registered tour guides, self-driving 4×4 vehicles, and a concessionaire shuttle service while prohibiting buses and trucks. Since the start of the year, tour operators and the public have accused the ministry of creating a monopoly through exclusive concession arrangements that were initially presented as non-exclusive.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
World & Region
Nigerian opposition figures join Nigeria Democratic Congress ahead of 2025 election
Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who came third and fourth in Nigeria's 2023 presidential race, have switched to the Nigeria Democratic Congress, raising the possibility of a joint ticket to challenge President Bola Tinubu. The move comes nine months after the two joined the African Democratic Congress alongside Atiku Abubakar, but that alliance became mired in legal battles over party leadership.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Nigeria plans repatriation of nationals from South Africa
Nigeria is planning to repatriate its nationals in South Africa who wish to return home voluntarily, amid concerns over recent attacks on foreigners. Foreign Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu said 130 applicants had already registered, and Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting High Commissioner to express concern about the violence and xenophobic incidents.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Mali junta leader assumes defence minister role after predecessor killed
Mali's military leader Gen Assimi Goïta has taken over as defence minister after the previous defence minister, Sadio Camara, was killed in a suicide truck bombing during coordinated attacks by jihadists and separatist rebels. Goïta's appointment consolidates civilian and defence leadership during a security crisis that has led to a partial blockade of major cities and withdrawal of Malian and allied forces from the northern city of Kidal.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
IATA urges African governments to prioritise aviation for economic growth
The International Air Transport Association has called on African governments to treat aviation as core economic infrastructure rather than a tax source, citing its support for trade, tourism, jobs and regional integration. The association highlighted that while safety has improved, African accident rates remain above the global average, and implementation of international safety standards is below target across Sub-Saharan Africa.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Middle East conflict drives global air cargo demand down 4.8%
Global air cargo demand fell 4.8% year-on-year in March as Middle East conflict disrupted major Gulf transit hubs and raised fuel costs, the International Air Transport Association reported, though African airlines posted 7.0% growth and global trade indicators still point to cargo growth in 2026.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Opinion
Namibia must shift from reacting to preventing road deaths
An opinion piece argues that despite years of awareness campaigns and stricter laws, Namibia's roads remain dangerous and the country must move beyond reactive measures to preventative strategies.
5 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Editorial: What Cassinga victims would have wanted Namibia to become
An editorial examines what kind of Namibia the 1978 Cassinga victims would have wanted, arguing they sought a nation built on dignity, accountable power, historical honesty, and everyday justice rather than formal laws alone.
5 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibia's creative economy requires inclusive support for all workers
An opinion piece argues that Namibia must recognize and support its grassroots creative workers—photographers, filmmakers, and others working without formal employment—as essential to building a thriving creative economy, rather than waiting for individual talent to emerge.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Public holidays create mounting financial pressure through social expectations
An Windhoek Observer opinion piece argues that the run of public holidays has become an expensive period due to pressure from family expectations, community habits, and social media to spend on new outfits, travel, gifts and celebrations. The author contends that unnecessary spending during consecutive holidays in March and April, when households are already financially stretched, replaces rest with anxiety rather than making these moments more meaningful.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →