Minister of Information and Communications Technology Emma Theofelus has challenged young Namibians to embody the resilience, courage and spirit of resistance demonstrated by founding president Sam Nujoma, speaking at a commemoration event hosted by the Physically Active Youth Empowerment Organisation in Katutura.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Minister of Information and Communications Technology Emma Theofelus has challenged young Namibians to embody the resilience, courage and spirit of resistance demonstrated by founding president Sam Nujoma, speaking at a commemoration event hosted by the Physically Active Youth Empowerment Organisation in Katutura.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Thirty-six years after independence, Namibia has strong democratic institutions and laws but governance remains ineffective at local level, with power struggles in local authorities reflecting deeper failures in decentralisation and alignment of roles, according to the Windhoek Observer.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Phil ya Nangoloh, founder of NamRights Incorporated, has called for an investigation into alleged administrative irregularities and governance failures at the Uukwambi Traditional Authority, arguing they undermine administrative justice and constitutional rights and may create conditions for corruption.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A High Court judge has struck from the roll an urgent application by two former Roads Authority executives, Johan Ludwig Boois and Richard Masule Milingi, who sought reinstatement after being dismissed for serious misconduct following a three-year disciplinary process. The executives had challenged the RA's disciplinary procedures and the authority's appeal handling, but the court dismissed their case with no order as to costs.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa has warned against political and administrative power struggles as the government decentralises youth empowerment, sports promotion and development planning functions to all 14 regional councils, with 327 staff members expected to be seconded during the transition. Sankwasa stressed that decentralisation cannot succeed if institutions compete for authority and called for clarity on reporting lines and responsibilities between governors, regional councils and decentralised staff.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security said it has resolved immigration clearance delays at Ngoma Border Post by deploying additional immigration officers from other duty stations on a permanent arrangement.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
Travellers reported hours-long delays and disrupted services at Ngoma Border Post on Wednesday due to a medical emergency involving an officer who opens the post, with services resuming around 11h00 after additional officers were deployed. Control immigration officer Irvine Mushanana acknowledged ongoing staffing shortages at the border post during busy periods.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Electoral Commission of Namibia has begun a nationwide stakeholder consultation process to review the Electoral Act ahead of the 2029 and 2030 elections, incorporating lessons from the 2024 and 2025 electoral cycles. The ECN is reviving an Electoral Amendment Bill drafted after previous stakeholder engagements to undertake legislative reforms outlined in the Electoral Act of 2014.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's ambassador to Belgium said the second Namibia-EU Business Forum reflects the growing strength of the partnership and positions Namibia as a key investment destination and hub for green industries. The forum, held under the theme "Towards Stronger, Greener and More Diversified Economies," aims to strengthen partnerships in investment, industrial cooperation, innovation and skills development, with key focus areas including green hydrogen, renewable energy, critical raw materials, agribusiness, and manufacturing.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
According to the Namibia Statistics Agency's April 2026 Consumer Price Index, annual inflation stood at 3.1%, down from 3.6% a year earlier, but households face sharply rising prices for electricity, gas, rental payments, and transport. Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels—which comprise 28.4% of the consumer basket—recorded 4.4% inflation, with electricity prices jumping from 1.5% to 4.0% annually.
15 May 2026 · New Era →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has appointed Johanna Ileka as ICT systems specialist to strengthen the organisation's IT infrastructure. Her responsibilities include administration and maintenance of Cran's ICT environment, cloud platforms, virtualisation, data centre operations, identity and access management, and coordination of backup and disaster recovery systems.
15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Victoria Kambala, 30, joined SanlamAllianz on 1 April as marketing and communications consultant, bringing experience from roles with Namibia Dairies, Hartlief Namibia, and MTC Namibia. She holds an honours degree in business management from NUST Namibia and focuses on brand storytelling and connecting companies with communities.
15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi told an Africa Forward summit in Nairobi that African nations must stop exporting unprocessed marine resources and instead build complete value chains through processing and manufacturing to drive industrialisation and economic independence. She said Namibia is shifting from exporting raw fish to a model where marine products are fully processed domestically, with a target of 60% of Namibian marine products undergoing secondary processing by 2030.
15 May 2026 · New Era →
Economist Almandro Jansen warns that Namibia's debt situation is becoming a cash-flow and refinancing challenge as government relies on continuous domestic borrowing, with a total financing requirement of approximately N$29.22 billion (10.2% of GDP) for 2026/27, though the country remains capable of funding itself.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
HYPHEN Hydrogen Energy, in partnership with AHK Southern Africa and GIZ, held an Enterprise and Supplier Development workshop in Windhoek to strengthen Namibian business participation in the emerging green hydrogen sector and support local procurement within large-scale infrastructure projects. The initiative, supported by H2Uppp funding and a Letter of Intent, aligns with Namibia's industrialisation agenda as Hyphen develops the country's first large-scale green hydrogen project under a Feasibility and Implementation Agreement with the Government.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
National Council members have urged the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy to ensure mining companies contribute directly to Namibia's development, warning that the country loses out while foreign-owned firms benefit from its natural resources. Lawmakers also called for stricter inspection of mining sites to combat illegal mining, affordable electricity access for rural communities, and preservation of mineral resources for future generations.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Roads Authority has temporarily closed the C13 gravel road between Rosh Pinah and Aussenkehr after flooding from the Orange River submerged part of the route approximately 12 kilometres from the Sendelingsdrift Border Post. Motorists are warned against attempting to cross flooded sections and advised to use alternative routes.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Rundu Town Council met with Nored officials to discuss plans to install streetlights in poorly lit areas across the town to improve safety and visibility.
15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A former owner of Lifeline Body Workshop and Car Sales has been arrested in connection with an alleged N$179,508 corruption scheme involving repairs for the Namibian Defence Force.
15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Gabes Shiimi, accused of murder related to Chicago's Bar, was granted bail of N$15,000 in Windhoek Magistrate's Court on Wednesday after 10 months in custody following his arrest in June.
15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Windhoek state hospitals have experienced prolonged medicine shortages, with patients including a 70-year-old woman unable to access vital blood pressure medication for several months.
15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The government of Japan has donated two ambulances, a fire truck and emergency equipment valued at N$1.2 million to the University of Namibia to strengthen emergency response services across its campuses, with the donation also expected to improve access for students with disabilities.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Growing social media use among young people in Namibia is raising concerns about its impact on confidence, mental health and online safety. ICT minister Emma Theofelus and children's advocate Ingrid Husselmann warned that young people develop insecurities from comparing themselves to online lifestyles and appearances, and called for responsibility from parents, governments and technology companies.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The ǁKaras region has launched the Governor's Youth Desk and Youth Empowerment Strategic Framework 2026–2029 to strengthen youth participation in governance, skills development and economic empowerment. The initiative, announced at an event in Keetmanshoop attended by over 100 young people, aims to connect youth to opportunities in education, entrepreneurship, leadership and employment.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A poaching suspect in custody in Omusati Region has been charged with perjury after admitting he lied when alleging he had been tortured by NDF, NamPol, and Environment Ministry officials on 28 April. The charges against the officials are likely to be dropped following the retraction.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Labour Court found that Trans Desert Logistics unfairly dismissed truck driver Donovan Le Roux and ordered the company to pay him more than N$58 000 in compensation and severance pay. The tribunal ruled the dismissal was not substantively fair, despite Le Roux being found guilty of disregarding company rules, disobeying instructions, and damaging company property.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Monica Geingos has been appointed board chair of the Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, the world's largest alliance focused on maternal, newborn and child health, succeeding former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark when her term ends in November 2026. The alliance, hosted by the WHO in Geneva, brings together nearly 1,500 partner organisations working on maternal, child and adolescent health.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Health Plan says member benefits and contributions remain unaltered following its transition to a new service provider on 1 April 2026, though it acknowledges administrative disruptions including delayed claims processing.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Housing Enterprise plans to construct 905 houses across Namibia during the 2025/2026 financial year as part of efforts to reduce the country's housing backlog. Since its establishment in 1993, NHE has constructed more than 21 545 housing units nationwide.
15 May 2026 · New Era →
Epako Cemetery in Gobabis, which has served the community for almost 60 years, has deteriorated into a dumping ground with trash, broken tombstones, and litter, with residents using the unfenced gravesite as a shortcut and dumping site for household waste.
15 May 2026 · New Era →
Kambonga Alma Karipo, aged 69, has been missing since 7 May 2026 from Okakongo Village, Omatjete area. The Namibian Police in Erongo Region are asking the public for assistance in locating her.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
World Health Organization country representative Dr Richard Banda called for urgent investment in safer walking and cycling infrastructure, stating that road crashes continue to claim lives and leave many with permanent injuries in Namibia and across Africa. He said pedestrians and cyclists are among the most vulnerable road users due to poor infrastructure and unsafe conditions, and called for stronger law enforcement, lower speed limits in pedestrian areas, and improved emergency response systems.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian Institute of Public Administration and Management has announced plans for structured AI courses to teach civil servants how to use artificial intelligence, with a top-down strategy targeting executive directors, chief executives and senior management first, before rolling out to frontline staff. The initiative aims to help management understand AI capabilities, identify compliance risks and establish ethical boundaries before integrating new tools into daily workflows.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Physically Active Youth Centre in Windhoek held an event celebrating founding president Sam Nujoma's life and legacy, featuring a photo exhibition curated by participants and the unveiling of a mural portrait created by PAY participants. Alumni testified to how the centre provided access to programmes including cycling, swimming, robotics and other developmental opportunities.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Four suspects appeared in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court on Friday in connection with a widening Sanlam Namibia insurance fraud probe, bringing total arrests to 17. The accused face allegations of fraud, theft, forgery, uttering, corruption, money laundering and conspiracy, with investigations linked to the murder case of control prosecutor Justine Shiweda.
15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Renowned speaker and evangelist Nick Vujicic will visit Windhoek on 22 May as part of his "Next Generation of Champions Arise" Africa tour, with a free public event at Hage Geingob Stadium featuring talks and gospel performances. The visit aims to bring a message of hope and resilience to address social challenges, and will be broadcast live on NBC TV for viewers outside Windhoek.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Jannik Sinner's semi-final with Daniil Medvedev at the Italian Open in Rome was interrupted by rain on Friday with Sinner leading 6-2, 5-7, 4-2; both men's semi-finals were affected by bad weather. Casper Ruud advanced to the final after defeating Italy's Luciano Darderi 6-1, 6-1 in a rain-interrupted match.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Jonas Vingegaard won stage seven of the Giro d'Italia on the Blockhaus climb, finishing 13 seconds ahead of Felix Gall. The two-time Tour de France champion moved to second overall, 3 minutes 17 seconds behind leader Afonso Eulalio, as he bids to complete a career sweep of the three Grand Tours.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
African Stars have appointed Benedictus 'Coach Benni' Haoseb as interim head coach following Agnus Elemu's departure. Haoseb will lead the club through their upcoming CAF Champions League campaign until a permanent coach is appointed.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
World record pole vaulter Armand Duplantis will headline the Diamond League season opener this weekend in Shanghai/Keqiao, joined by middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon, hurdler Karsten Warholm, sprinter Letsile Tebogo, and 100m hurdler Tobi Amusan. The 15-meet series will span four continents and 15 cities, culminating in the final in Brussels on September 4–5.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
With Barcelona already crowned champions, La Liga's penultimate round focuses on other matters, including Antoine Griezmann's farewell at Atlético Madrid and a tight relegation battle involving multiple teams between 10th and 19th place, with only Real Oviedo guaranteed to go down.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
FC Ongos Ladies lead the FNB Women's Super League with 48 points, one point ahead of second-placed NDF Mighty Gunners Ladies FC, and will play Unam Bokkies FC on Saturday and Arrows Ladies on Sunday with three matches remaining in the season.
15 May 2026 · New Era →
Fourteen Namibian athletes are representing Namibia at the Confederation of African Athletics African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, running from Tuesday through Sunday, competing in sprint, hurdles, and field events.
15 May 2026 · New Era →
Waylon Wentzel and Huipie van Wyk both exited the World Bowls Indoor Championships in Australia after the group stages, with Wentzel winning one of seven matches and van Wyk winning one of six matches.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Coach Didier Deschamps announced France's squad for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with Kylian Mbappe set to spearhead the attack and likely captain the team despite a recent thigh injury. The squad includes attacking talent such as Ballon d'Or holder Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, and Michael Olise, alongside defensive players including William Saliba and Dayot Upamecano.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) is celebrating its silver jubilee, having expanded the One-Stop Border Post programme from a single crossing in 2009 to 32 operational posts with another 85 in development, reducing average border waiting times by 42%.
15 May 2026 · The Namibian →