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Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Namibia’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Wednesday, 27 May 2026
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Politics

  1. Defence Minister warns 1,703 new NDF recruits on indiscipline

    Defence Minister Frans Kapofi told 1,703 new Namibian Defence Force graduates that indiscipline, drug abuse, and irresponsible social media use would not be tolerated.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Society

  1. Otjozondjupa's N$31.7m debt to NamWater blamed for water cuts

    The Otjozondjupa Regional Council owes NamWater N$31.7 million, a debt officials attribute to recurring water interruptions affecting Kalkfeld residents.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  2. 25-year-old completes master's degree, transitions from volunteering

    Bishop Joab Willeinge has completed a master's degree at age 25 and is preparing for his next steps, having previously worked as a volunteer lecturer.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  3. Three arrested for cannabis smuggling attempt in police cells

    Three people were arrested in Katima Mulilo on Sunday after allegedly attempting to smuggle cannabis hidden beneath buckets of food into police holding cells during visiting hours.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Sport

  1. Sinner, Sabalenka advance to French Open second round

    World number one Jannik Sinner defeated French wildcard Clement Tabur 6-1, 6-3, 6-4 to extend his winning streak to 30 matches and advance at Roland Garros. Fellow world number one Aryna Sabalenka also progressed with a 6-4, 6-2 victory over Jessica Bouzas Maneiro.

    7 hours ago · The Namibian

Tourism & Environment

  1. Namibia secures N$1.1 billion for conservation and rural livelihoods

    Namibia has secured more than N$1.1 billion to protect over 20 million hectares of land and strengthen rural livelihoods through the Namibia For Life initiative.

    7 hours ago · Namibian Sun

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