Divisions within the Swapo Party Youth League in Kavango East have escalated after regional mobiliser Bibiana Shapi rejected her suspension and made accusations against leadership.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Divisions within the Swapo Party Youth League in Kavango East have escalated after regional mobiliser Bibiana Shapi rejected her suspension and made accusations against leadership.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
IPC president Panduleni Itula has raised questions about a proposed N$612 million solar power project linked to the Tsumeb smelter, alleging involvement of companies associated with President Nandi-Ndaitwah's sons and calling for full public disclosure of the project's documentation. Itula stated the issue is not whether the President's family may legally participate in business ventures, but whether sufficient transparency exists when politically connected individuals are linked to projects involving public institutions.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Trade Union Congress of Namibia has called for urgent reforms to labour legislation after Namibia was placed in the "orange" category of the International Trade Union Confederation's Global Rights Index for violations of workers' rights. TUCNA highlighted concerns over restrictions affecting trade union registration, collective bargaining, and the right to strike, noting that while Namibia's labour framework provides strong protections on paper, workers face procedural and administrative barriers in practice.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Office of the Judiciary announced that the Omuthiya Periodical Court will commence operations on Monday, 8 June 2026, providing essential judicial services including criminal proceedings, marriage solemnization, maintenance disputes, and bail payments to residents of Oshikoto Region who previously had to travel to Ondangwa Magistrate's Court.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Legal practitioner Sisa Namandje contends that 37 years after independence, black Namibians remain unable to pursue the happiness promised in the Constitution's preamble, accusing both legislature and executive of insufficient action on racial economic imbalances and policies favouring those disadvantaged under apartheid.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Judicial Service Commission has appointed Justice Dr Michael Charles Mtambo as an Acting Judge of the High Court for three years, effective from 1 June 2026. Dr Mtambo previously served as a Judge of the High Court of Malawi from 2007 to 2022, sitting in both the Commercial Division and the Constitutional Court.
5 June 2026 · Informanté →
Kamanjab constituency councillor Nicodemus Amutenya says applicants for jobs linked to the Kamanjab-Fransfontein road construction project must submit copies of their voter cards.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Journalist and newsroom management veteran Gerine Hoff has been appointed executive director of Network Media Hub (NMH), capping a media career spanning nearly three decades.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Jamila Jokomo, a psychological counsellor and mother from Tsumeb, transformed her personal breastfeeding experience into a growing online business selling nutrient-rich lactation cookies to support mothers across Namibia. The business grew from homemade cookies she made for herself into a venture that also includes counselling and encouragement for breastfeeding mothers.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for greater financial inclusion, improved financial literacy and broader access to investment opportunities as key to developing Namibia's financial sector, remarks made during Namibia Asset Management's 30th-anniversary celebration.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Santam Namibia's chief executive urges travellers to consider trip cancellation insurance as protection against financial losses from unexpected events such as illness, family emergencies, and severe weather. The cover reimburses non-refundable expenses including airline tickets, accommodation, and pre-booked excursions when unforeseen circumstances force cancellation before departure.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Koryx Copper has signed a memorandum of understanding with NamPower for bulk electricity supply to its Haib Copper Project in southern Namibia and is advancing water supply plans from the Orange River. The project will use a hybrid power system combining national grid electricity, solar generation, and potential battery storage, designed to meet an estimated peak demand of 152 MVA and annual consumption of about 1,131 GWh, with a pre-feasibility study expected later this year.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
De Beers Group has intensified efforts to boost demand for natural diamonds through a new phase of its global 'Desert Diamonds' marketing campaign, aiming to distinguish natural stones from synthetic alternatives and capitalize on growing consumer interest. Namibia produced 556,000 carats in the first quarter ending 31 March 2026, and diamonds remain critical to the country's economy.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Former cabinet minister Calle Schlettwein warns that Namibia's emerging oil and gas wealth must not be concentrated among a select few, calling for stronger accountability and transparency. He notes that the country's exclusive economic zone and continental shelf claim could nearly double its natural resource endowment, though he cautions that sectors like fisheries already face challenges from overfishing and declining stocks.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The article examines the practice of subjecting traditional leaders to election processes or installations in Namibia, characterizing it as a departure from traditional norms.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Justine Kangandji, an English second language teacher at Wennie du Plessis, has spent 19 years in education.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Founded in 2019 by Martha Festus, Ebenezer Soup Kitchen operates in the Havana informal settlement and provides support to vulnerable children and families.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Sisa Namandje Foundation has announced Anna Kaunawoye Mekondjo Thomas as the latest beneficiary of its Injured But Not Fallen Ex-PLAN Combatants Project, which has supported more than 20 seriously injured liberation war veterans since commencing in May 2025. Each beneficiary receives a once-off payment of N$10,000 as a token of appreciation for their sacrifices.
5 June 2026 · Informanté →
A six-year-old boy reported missing on Wednesday from the Goreangab area of Windhoek has been found. He had been missing since Sunday and was discovered at Wanaheda Police Station; he is now in the care of the Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has denied claims that it increased public healthcare tariffs to match those of the Namibia Association of Medical Aid Funds, clarifying that the Ministry of Finance—not the health ministry—has authority over Public Service Employees Medical Aid Scheme tariff changes. The ministry noted that tariff structures have not been comprehensively reviewed in 11 years despite significant changes in healthcare costs.
5 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Roads Authority has begun construction of speed humps along the B1 Western Bypass and A1 road south of Windhoek to reduce pedestrian fatalities and improve road safety. The work, initiated by transport minister Veikko Nekundi, will cause temporary traffic disruptions as one lane is closed at a time on the affected sections.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian regional festival of the ATKV-Applous choir competition will be held in Windhoek on 5 and 6 June, with 15 school choirs competing for a place in the 2026 competition.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Nearly two years after Namibian author Linda Perestrelo published her book 'Fatherless', young men across the country say it continues to spark conversations about identity, healing, and the emotional impact of growing up without a father figure. Readers report the work has challenged them to confront long-ignored emotions around fatherlessness, trust, relationships, and confidence.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation celebrated its 35th anniversary on Friday. Former directors and a media ombudsman reflected on the corporation's journey, including challenges of modernization, content acquisition, and maintaining relevance as a public broadcaster.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia National Olympic Committee selected a team of 23 athletes and 16 support staff from six sporting codes for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The team, led by chef de mission Joseph Amakali, includes returning Paralympian Ananias Shikongo but mostly first-time Commonwealth Games competitors, and will aim to match or exceed the four bronze medals won at the 2022 Birmingham games.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Amad Diallo scored a late winner as Ivory Coast stunned France 2-1 in a World Cup warm-up match in Nantes on Thursday. Kylian Mbappe had a fruitless evening and was replaced at half-time, remaining stuck on 56 goals for France.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Liverpool named Andoni Iraola as their new manager on Thursday after dismissing Arne Slot following a poor Premier League title defence. Iraola, 43, has signed a reported two-year deal and comes to the club after an impressive spell with Bournemouth.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay and Uruguay have secured direct places in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held jointly in Canada, Mexico and the United States from 11 June to 19 July 2026 and will feature an expanded 48-team format for the first time.
5 June 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's Sport On The Movement Foundation organised a blindfolded 100m running competition at Windhoek Independence Stadium, featuring Paralympic stars Ananias Shikongo, Johannes Nambala and Lahya Ishitile. The event raised funds and highlighted the determination and trust required by blind athletes competing at the highest level.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Brave Gladiators skipper Lovisa Mulunga has been recognised for her community outreach work inspiring youth through sport and education programmes in Windhoek, including the Riverheights Sports and Education Centre programme.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Alexander Zverev defeated Jakub Mensik 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 in the French Open semi-final to reach his fourth Grand Slam final, where he will face 10th seed Flavio Cobolli on Sunday after Cobolli's opponent Matteo Arnaldi withdrew due to illness.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Desert Jewels coach Julene Meyer and Netball Namibia officials praised the inaugural MTC Power Week tournament, held at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund from 23 to 30 May, for its high intensity, player development, and quality of play across all 12 Premier League teams. Netball Namibia president Juanita Witbeen described the overall standard as highly encouraging, noting improvements in competitiveness and a narrowing gap between established powerhouses and emerging teams.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Ronnie Kanalelo, Namibia's most capped goalkeeper, has retired after a notable career with Namibian clubs Eleven Arrows, Black Africa, and South African side Sundowns, where he won three league championships and the CAF Champions League.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Firewood remains a primary energy source for many families in Windhoek's informal settlements, contributing to deforestation and land degradation around the capital.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Brown hyenas in Tsau //Khaeb National Park have remained stable since 1997 with an estimated 200 to 300 individuals in the park, benefiting from successful breeding and low human disturbance. The Brown Hyena Research Project, supported by Namdeb and the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, studies the species' movements and warns that fences and busy roads could disrupt their long-distance coastal travels and threaten the population.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's deputy environmental commissioner Caroline Garus-Oas says protecting natural ecosystems such as forests, rivers, oceans and wetlands is critical in addressing climate change, noting that trees and algae absorb carbon dioxide and help maintain environmental balance. She also advocates for sustainable cities incorporating climate-smart buildings, solar energy and green spaces as nature-based solutions.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Over a decade after the Paris Agreement, the world continues to emit greenhouse gasses at record levels from fossil fuel burning. Experts say individuals have an important role to play alongside governments and businesses in reducing emissions, and offer practical steps such as using alternative transport, which can save up to two tonnes of emissions annually.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended congratulations to former Cuban president Raúl Castro on his 95th birthday, reaffirming Namibia's longstanding friendship and solidarity with Cuba, and acknowledging Cuba's historic support for Namibia's liberation struggle.
5 June 2026 · Informanté →