The Windhoek High Court has struck from the roll an urgent application by former Roads Authority executives Johan Boois and Richard Milinga seeking reinstatement.
High Court rejection of Roads Authority executives' reinstatement bid marks a significant legal closure on governance disputes.
18 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Windhoek High Court has struck from the roll an urgent application by former Roads Authority executives Johan Boois and Richard Milinga seeking reinstatement.
18 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The search for a new Social Security Commission chief executive has been halted after Cabinet raised concerns about what it views as inflated executive salaries relative to member benefits.
18 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has not slept in her private residential wing at State House since a naked mental health patient broke into the premises nearly three weeks ago; she is staying at her private home in Hochland Park. The incident led to the suspension of police inspector general Joseph Shikongo and raised questions about security, as CCTV cameras were allegedly switched off at the time.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Asoli Progressive Party has criticized President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for what it describes as insufficient response to ongoing medicine shortages in public hospitals, with the party's president Josef Kauandenge saying the government has not acted with enough urgency. Public concern has grown in recent weeks after patients were referred to private pharmacies due to stock-outs, though the Ministry of Health and Social Services announced it will now provide monthly updates on pharmaceutical supplies, with current stock levels at about 60% of required quantities.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Electoral Commission of Namibia has resumed review of the Electoral Amendment Bill to strengthen the electoral framework ahead of the 2029 presidential and National Assembly elections and 2030 regional and local authority polls. The ECN's proposals cover voter registration, election management, political party regulation, and the powers of the Electoral Court, including measures to strengthen the ECN's independence from government.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has launched an investigation into Omaruru Municipality over allegations of double plot allocations, governance failures, and irregular accommodation arrangements involving the chief executive, as well as failure to hold regular council meetings. Minister James Sankwasa said some allegations appear valid while others stem from misunderstandings, and an internal audit is pending to determine the scope of the issues.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Preliminary results from a voting meeting held in Windhoek show that 634 |Khomanin community members voted for the removal of Gaos Juliane Gawa-!Nas and her council, citing alleged land sales and misappropriation of community donations, while 69 voted for the leadership to remain. The referendum process will continue next weekend with special voting in areas unable to participate initially.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Former National Assembly member Hidipo Hamata has resigned from the Popular Democratic Movement, saying he will not join another political party. He indicated he prefers to explore opportunities beyond politics and described leaving one party as not automatically meaning joining another.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Lüderitz will host the annual Genocide Remembrance commemoration at Shark Island on 27–28 May 2026, bringing together government leaders, communities and youth to honour victims of the genocide. The event includes a Youth Engagement Session on 27 May aimed at encouraging reflection on history and preserving Namibia's shared heritage.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
Hidipo Hamata, a longstanding PDM member, has formally resigned from the party effective immediately, describing the decision as personal after careful reflection. He ruled out immediately joining another party or forming a new political entity, saying Namibia already has many political parties.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Proposed amendments to the Electoral Commission of Namibia Act will compel commissioners to declare their assets within 60 days of the act coming into force and thereafter annually, a move political parties say could strengthen public trust and transparency. Commissioners must submit declarations to the speaker of the National Assembly, with failure to comply constituting grounds for misconduct.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Works and Transport plans to cancel a lease agreement with businessman Erastus Shapumba for a building the government rents for N$1.1 million per month but does not occupy. Shapumba says he did not draft the lease agreement, which was signed in December 2023 for a three-year term, and argues his rental rate of N$99 per square metre is cheaper than other private buildings.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Judge Thomas Masuku ruled that two former annuity administrators, Martin Smith and Vabiola Aoses, were responsible for fraudulent payments totalling N$18.6 million from the Government Institutions Pension Fund and must repay that amount plus 20% annual interest.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
National Council members raised concerns that deteriorating road infrastructure contributes to vehicle damage, rising transport costs, and road accidents, with specific complaints about poor conditions in Kavango East, Kavango West, and the Maltahöhe-Walvis Bay route. The Ministry of Works and Transport's budget was N$2.74 billion for the current financial year.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
John Nzundamo from Katima Mulilo has won a Jetour Dashing Deluxe SUV as the first grand prize winner of MTC's Fan Cup Trivia, a national campaign combining daily football trivia with customer rewards for MTC users. Three more luxury SUVs remain available until 19 July.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus says Namibia cannot delay technology adoption and must advance its digital economy, emphasising the need for collaboration between government and the private sector to equip young people, especially women, with ICT skills. She made the remarks during the launch of the Women in Tech and 2026 National Talent Cultivation Project.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
MTC has commissioned a temporary containerised mobile retail outlet in Okuryangava, expected to operate for four months while a permanent facility is constructed and due for completion by end of September 2026. The expansion responds to growing demand for telecommunications services in Windhoek's high-density areas, where population is projected to grow by around 17,600 people annually.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Homeowners in the Kaisosi housing development in Rundu say they have been paying mortgages since 2022 for houses that remain unfinished, despite securing bank financing two years ago. Helmsman Group, the development company behind the project, has acknowledged the financial pressure on families but attributes delays to challenges beyond its control.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A €500 million framework loan facility from the European Investment Bank has not yet been rolled out in Namibia despite EU partnership progress in green hydrogen, critical raw materials, and infrastructure development.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Securities Exchange recorded trading activity worth N$52.4 million during the week of 11 to 15 May 2026, with 868,151 shares traded across 69 deals. The financial sector led with N$36.7 million in turnover, while major stocks showed mixed performance, with Paladin Energy declining 14.3% to N$127.18.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Micro, small and medium enterprises play a critical role in Namibia's economic diversification and employment creation, yet their performance, particularly in the manufacturing sector, remains weak due to weak internal capabilities, limited access to finance and low technology adoption. Many MSMEs do not survive beyond their first few years, constraining industrial development and economic transformation.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Appian Capital Advisory has acquired a 95% controlling stake in the Omitiomire copper project in Namibia and plans to invest more than US$400 million to develop it, with expected annual production of 30,000 tonnes of copper over a 15-year operating period.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia and China are reviewing progress under a joint agricultural cooperation programme at the Tsumis Arid Zone Agricultural Centre in Hardap, which has conducted five training sessions reaching 121 farmers and staff members—exceeding its initial plan of four sessions for about 80 participants. The China-FAO-Namibia South-South Cooperation Project, now in its second phase through the end of this year, covers poultry farming, seed production, plant protection, aquaculture, and soil fertility management.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Agronomic Board is calling for entries from registered white maize and mahangu producers across all production zones for the 2026 National Agronomy and Horticulture Awards, with a deadline of 10 June. Farmers can compete in categories including outstanding and emerging producer of the year for each crop, as well as special awards for youth participation and farming innovation.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Meteorological Service predicts rain showers across northern, central-eastern and extreme south-eastern interior regions on Tuesday, with strong winds expected in central and southern areas. Recent showers have already fallen on Outjo (12mm), Kamanjab and surrounding areas (14–20mm), and parts of Etosha National Park.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
Nearly a year after fugitive businessman Victor Malima fled across Namibia's borders amid the Namcor fuel scandal, authorities say an international manhunt is underway.
18 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Namibian Police Force has rejected allegations by activist Michael Amushelelo that it attempted to conceal a shooting incident at Okondjatu Settlement on 4 May 2026. According to police, officers shot a suspect in the leg and abdominal area after he attacked them with a machete during an arrest attempt; the suspect is in stable condition and an attempted murder case has been registered.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
A 25-year-old man was struck by a bullet in the shoulder after shots were fired at his black Volkswagen Polo during an alleged police drug chase in Kuisebmund, Walvis Bay on 14 May. The vehicle matched the description of a wanted vehicle; the victim is hospitalised and police investigations are ongoing.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services reports national pharmaceutical stock levels at 60%, below the 80% target, with several essential medicines understocked or out of stock across public healthcare facilities. The ministry will now issue monthly reports on pharmaceutical and clinical product deliveries to improve transparency and stabilise supply levels.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A truck driver resting alongside the B2 road near Karibib was attacked by three suspects who stabbed him, tied his arms and legs, and stole his fish cargo on 16 May. Only 10 fish boxes were recovered from nearby bushes; no arrests have been made and police investigations continue.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
A woman and her two children were attacked and robbed by three men in Klein Windhoek over the weekend; the mother suffered a broken finger and her son a knife cut. In a separate incident the same morning, a woman was robbed at knifepoint by two men who fled in a green Mazda Demio.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
Namibian Police Force denied allegations of concealing details about a shooting incident at Okondjatu settlement on 4 May in Otjozondjupa region, where officers shot and injured a suspect armed with a machete in what police described as self-defence. The incident has renewed public debate around police use of force and the credibility of internal investigations.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A report launched during UN Global Road Safety Week found that more than 70% of daily travel among low-income households in Namibia depends on walking and cycling, but major gaps exist in infrastructure, funding and policies supporting pedestrians and cyclists. Namibia recorded more than 1,000 motor vehicle crashes during the first four months of 2026, resulting in 179 deaths and over 1,700 injuries.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Office of the Prime Minister will provide food and relief supplies for the next three months to 2,700 flood-affected households in Zambezi region, where annual and flash floods have displaced residents and destroyed crops. About 20 relocation camps have been established across the region's affected constituencies.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Four years after being brought to the High Court in 2022, the battle over the Paramount Chief position of the Ovaherero remains unsettled. Ovitoto chief Vipuira Kapuuo, chairman of the Ovaherero Traditional Authority's Chiefs' Council, contends that customary law dictates the council chairman becomes acting paramount chief upon the death of the incumbent; he is seeking a court order to declare himself acting paramount chief and to nullify a December 2021 meeting where academic Mutjinde Katjiua was elected paramount chief.
18 May 2026 · New Era →
International University of Management founder David Namwandi announced construction of a 120-bed private hospital located three kilometres northwest of Ondangwa, expected to open mid-2027. The facility will serve as a training hospital in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Social Services.
18 May 2026 · New Era →
Families and community members gathered over the weekend to bury victims of a Workers' Day accident that claimed 11 lives when a government bus hit a kudu, veered into oncoming traffic, and collided with a truck on the B1 road near Otjiwarongo on 1 May. The impact caused the bus to burst into flames, with four occupants ejected and eight burnt beyond recognition.
18 May 2026 · New Era →
A fire in Okakoko Village, Oshikoto region, claimed the lives of two three-year-old girls on Sunday morning while they slept in a corrugated iron structure. The blaze broke out while a domestic worker was gathering firewood; authorities are investigating the cause.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A man's body was found in a machine at the Gammams Water Care Works facility in Windhoek on Sunday, discovered by a security officer. The Windhoek Municipality has handed the matter over to police for investigation.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The government has filed notice to defend a N$13-million lawsuit brought by a woman who claims a broken surgical needle was left lodged in her uterus following 2016 surgery at Katutura Intermediate Hospital. In a special plea, government attorneys denied allegations of negligence against the Ministry of Health and Social Services, arguing medical staff acted with appropriate expertise and care.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Asoli Progressive Party president Josef Kauandenge has criticized President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Health Minister Esperance Luvindao for not addressing public shortages of critical medicines in state hospitals, saying the president should have explained the causes and outlined remedial measures, and questioning the ministry's commitment to eliminating middlemen in procurement.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
An unidentified male body was discovered inside a machine at the City of Windhoek's Gammams Water Care Works facility on Sunday. A security officer on patrol found the body and alerted officials; the scene has been secured and handed to the Namibian Police for investigation.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services says national pharmaceutical stock levels stand at an estimated 60%, with several essential medicines low or out of stock across public healthcare facilities. Health minister Esperance Luvindao announced monthly reports on pharmaceutical and clinical product deliveries to improve transparency, while noting the national target remains 80% stock availability.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Police report growing complaints from people scammed by unregistered rental finders on social media, with some tenants losing between N$1,500 and N$11,000 in fake deposits for properties they never secured, particularly in Windhoek.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital nurse Festus Amwaalwa testified in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court that he received N$35,000 as a token of appreciation from a fraudulent Sanlam insurance claim involving approximately N$1.3 million, and used part of the money for personal expenses including car repairs, clothes for his children, and Christmas food for his mother. He also testified that additional funds were distributed to other individuals, including intern doctor Kelsey Kudumo (N$20,000), Ottilie Johannes (N$40,000), and Hela Mpinge (N$5,000).
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
An unidentified male body was discovered inside a machine at the City of Windhoek's Gammams Water Care Works facility on Sunday, 17 May 2026. The incident has been handed over to the Namibian Police for investigation.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
EVA Maria Phillemon Nangolo, a Windhoek-based lawyer arrested over the past weekend, appeared in the Windhoek Magistrate's Court and was remanded in custody on charges of theft and obstructing the course of justice. The State Prosecutor alleged she shoplifted items valued at N$3 920.00 from Dis-Chem in Wernhil Mall and placed them in her car boot when confronted by officers.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Health reports that several essential pharmaceutical products are in short supply or out of stock at health facilities. The Central Medical Stores received pharmaceutical and clinical supplies between 27 April and 15 May 2026, including stocks of seizure control medication, blood glucose test strips, and blood pressure management drugs, intended to address urgent needs and stabilise inventory levels.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian Police Force has rejected allegations by social justice activist Michael Amushelelo that trial-awaiting inmates at Otjomuise Police Station have gone weeks without food. Nampol spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi stated that inmates receive meals three times per day and acknowledged occasional challenges with quantities or supplier delays, while noting that families are permitted to bring food during designated visiting days.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A UN-backed report shows that more than 70% of daily travel among low-income Namibians depends on walking and cycling, yet urban infrastructure continues to be designed for car owners, creating what the article characterizes as a policy failure with deadly consequences for pedestrians, cyclists, and informal workers.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ongoma Music Awards, launched in early 2026 by Namibian musician Ndawana Ndume, aims to support emerging artists with recognition and industry experience. The awards have attracted 87 nominees including four international artists from Zambia and Angola, positioning the initiative as a regional platform for African musicians.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Robert Shimooshili, president of the Namibia Football Association, was elected to the executive committee of the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations during its 2026 elective general assembly in Harare. Tariq Babitseng of Botswana was elected Cosafa president, and the new executive committee will guide football development in southern Africa over the next four years.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal beat Burnley 1-0 on Monday to open a five-point lead at the top of the Premier League, putting them on the brink of ending a 22-year wait for the title. The Gunners could be crowned champions as early as Tuesday if Manchester City fail to win at Bournemouth.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Johannes 'Kumi' Umati, a former Tigers and South West Africa player renowned for his defensive skill and fighting spirit, died in the capital on Tuesday. His death comes weeks after Tigers were relegated from the premiership and shortly after the death of another football great, Hans 'Alu' Hummel.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Windhoek Old Boys won the Indoor Hockey Men's Premier League title after a 7-3 victory against School of Excellence on Saturday night, completing a competitive season in which multiple teams could have won the league.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Ryan Williams won gold in the men's discus at the Africa Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, becoming only the second Namibian athlete after Frank Fredericks to win gold at the African Championships and the first field athlete to do so. Talaya Vorster also made history by winning bronze in the women's pole vault, becoming Namibia's first medallist in that event on the continental stage.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Englishman Aaron Rai won his first major title at the PGA Championship with a five-under-par 65 in the final round, defeating Jon Rahm and Alex Smalley by three strokes. The 31-year-old claimed a record top prize of $3.69 million and became the first English winner of the PGA since Jim Barnes in 1919.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian rhythmic gymnast Emilia Ekandjo has secured qualification for the 42nd Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships, taking place 12–16 August, representing a major milestone for her career and the sport in Namibia. Ekandjo credited years of commitment and overcoming recurring ankle and back injuries to reach the qualification.
18 May 2026 · New Era →
Hesron Kapanga Women's Super League leaders Ongos FC drew 0-0 with Unam Bokkies on Saturday, relinquishing first place with two matches remaining. The result allowed title rivals Mighty Gunners to move to the top of the table.
18 May 2026 · New Era →
Roberto De Zerbi has urged his Tottenham team to play with "courage and pride" as they seek to secure Premier League survival in Tuesday's match at Chelsea. With two games left, Spurs are two points clear of 18th-placed West Ham with a game in hand, and a point against Chelsea would realistically secure their survival.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
FIFA secretary general Mattias Grafstrom described a meeting held Saturday in Istanbul with the Iranian football federation as "excellent" and "constructive," aimed at ensuring Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Iranian federation president said discussions covered concerns and joint commitment to Iran's smooth participation, though visas had not yet been issued.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Ghana and Cape Verde qualified for the 2026 World Cup but will not be among the top seeds for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying draw. Both teams missed the 2025 Afcon; Ghana finished below Angola, Sudan and Niger in qualifying, while Cape Verde won just one of six matches.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named NBA Most Valuable Player for a second straight season, receiving 83 first-choice votes out of roughly 100 ballots cast by journalists and broadcasters. Gilgeous-Alexander credited his team-mates for their support throughout the season.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Botswana, South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe have jointly submitted a bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, according to newly elected COSAFA president Qabile Thana Tariq Babitseng. The bid follows CAF's encouragement for regional collaboration and aligns with a rotating continental approach to hosting major tournaments.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Benguela Current Convention approved a new strategic action plan at its ministerial conference in Luanda, aimed at strengthening marine protection, combating illegal fishing, and promoting sustainable blue economy across Angola, Namibia and South Africa. Namibia handed the BCC chairpersonship to Angola during the meeting.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer Neymar was recalled to the national team for the World Cup after a near three-year absence, the biggest surprise in coach Carlo Ancelotti's 26-man squad. Neymar, who last played for Brazil in 2023 before injuries sidelined him, has now rejoined Santos and earned selection for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a public health emergency of international concern.
18 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A Desert Air plane carrying three members of the Lohmiller family and pilot Martin Funck crashed near Hammerstein Lodge in southwestern Namibia on 10 May while travelling from Windhoek to Sossusvlei. Richard Lohmiller was a long-time CEO of Kaufland Germany.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Manchester United and England star David Beckham and his wife Victoria have a combined wealth of approximately £1.185 billion, making him Britain's first billionaire sportsman according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List. Beckham, a co-owner of Inter Miami and brand ambassador for major companies, ranks second among UK's wealthiest sportspeople, behind Bernie Ecclestone's family.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A Namibian Sun editorial criticises viral footage of men using public roads as racetracks, highlighting unsafe road behaviour.
18 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
An opinion piece argues that in pension fund governance, the phrase "in the best interest of members" has become so authoritative that it is rarely examined and risks being invoked as a conclusion after decisions are made rather than tested throughout the decision-making process, despite its deep roots in fiduciary law.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A Namibian teenager reflects on completing advanced subsidiary levels and argues that success extends beyond report cards and high grades, despite cultural pressure to view academic achievement as the sole measure of worth.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A Black Namibian entrepreneur argues that while Namibia achieved political independence in 1990, the structural foundations of the apartheid economy remain largely intact—including patterns of ownership, capital access, spatial inequality, and barriers to entry that continue to exclude Black people from wealth accumulation.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →