Opposition parties and political commentators have criticised Swapo over its handling of the Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson nomination process.
Opposition parties criticise Swapo's handling of the Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson nomination process.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Opposition parties and political commentators have criticised Swapo over its handling of the Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson nomination process.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Governor of //Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has called for unity among traditional communities in the south, urging them to resolve disputes internally rather than through court action. He stressed that prolonged court battles are draining scarce resources meant for development and that traditional disputes should be resolved through dialogue, wisdom and reconciliation.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
The acting CEO of Omaruru municipality, who was appointed following the suspension of the substantive CEO over financial irregularities, was found in the office on a Saturday with an accountant. The mayor said the council is looking to replace him in his acting role, citing concerns over governance at the local authority.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The government has tabled the Income Tax Amendment Bill of 2026 to establish an independent Tax Court within the High Court system, following a 2021 High Court ruling that found the previous Special Tax Court unconstitutional because the minister of finance held both authority to establish the court and appoint its members while administering the Income Tax Act.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
High Court Judge Thomas Masuku has suspended implementation of a no-confidence vote that removed two Landless People's Movement councillors from the Keetmanshoop Municipality in May, and ordered their immediate reinstatement pending final determination. The councillors, Annelise Knaus and Easter Isaak, argue their removal was unlawful and that the council meetings that led to it violated standing rules under the Local Authorities Act.
19 June 2026 · New Era →
The National Assembly has passed the Income Tax Amendment Bill 2025, which replaces the current "special court" with a dedicated tax court operating as a division of the High Court to resolve income tax and VAT disputes. The tax court will provide taxpayers and the Namibia Revenue Agency with a more structured and efficient mechanism for resolving tax disputes.
19 June 2026 · New Era →
The Office of the Judiciary is preparing to facilitate the hearing and determination of divorce matters in Magistrates' Courts countrywide, with administrative, operational, and procedural processes currently being finalised. The public will be notified once the service is ready to commence.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian Correctional Service is hosting a five-day benchmarking visit from the Botswana Prison Service from 15 to 19 June 2026, focusing on offender rehabilitation, health services, and correctional management strategies to strengthen cooperation and institutional learning between the two countries.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Financial Action Task Force has removed Namibia from its greylist after successfully addressing all 13 strategic deficiencies in its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing frameworks, two years after being greylisted in February 2024.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has urged delegates at the National Youth Council of Namibia's general assembly to accept the outcome of elections that will determine the organisation's leadership for the next four years and to support those elected once results are announced.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has been removed from the Financial Action Task Force Grey List after successfully addressing strategic deficiencies in its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework. The decision, announced at the FATF Plenary in Paris in June 2026, follows Namibia's completion of all actions in its agreed action plan since being placed on the list in February 2024.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi rejected calls for a forensic audit into tender awards to foreign nationals, saying a 10-year audit cannot be completed in 6 months and that audits are expensive. NEFF MP Kalimbo Iipumbu had argued that Namibian businesses are excluded from capital projects and cited the Roads Contractor Company's 2018 partnership with a Chinese firm, which received N$2 billion of N$4.1 billion in tenders.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
More than 5,600 people have signed a petition urging the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia to reconsider its decision not to issue spectrum and service licenses to Starlink.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Eveline Naobes, chief executive officer of EvCon Investments since 2019, is a Namibian business leader whose career reflects resilience, service and practical experience.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Otis Daniels has been appointed executive director of Aitsa! following more than three decades of service.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibia Breweries Limited reduced its water consumption to 3.5 litres of water per litre of beer produced in 2025, progressing toward a 2030 target of 2.4 litres per litre. The company has invested N$35 million since 2015 in water security initiatives including boreholes and a treatment plant to reduce reliance on municipal supply.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
De Beers' latest US Diamond Acquisition Study finds Gen Z consumers spend an average of US$4,080 per natural diamond jewellery purchase, nearly double Baby Boomers' US$2,250, and account for 23% of natural diamond demand value despite representing only 18% of the population. Natural diamonds remain the most sought-after luxury jewellery product in the US, with average purchase prices reaching record highs.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Despite strong demand on routes like Johannesburg-Mumbai and Brussels-Cape Town, no direct flights exist because airlines, airports, and tourism bodies must work together to make new air links viable; airlines carry the financial risk of launching unproven routes.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Emirates has become the first airline to offer Comprehensive Travel Cover, an insurance product that includes medical cover for conflict-related incidents, airline-managed hotel accommodation, and rebooking to destination at no additional cost. The cover includes trip cancellation, baggage delay/loss compensation, unlimited medical expense and emergency evacuation cover worldwide, plus conflict-related medical reimbursement up to US$25,000 and free trip extension of up to 30 days.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Walvis Bay Corridor Group has called on operators to use the pre-clearance system to reduce truck congestion at borders. The group cited recent delays at the Katima Mulilo border post that have increased cargo transit times and demurrage charges, attributing some congestion to reluctance by operators to use pre-clearing procedures.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Lidiinikeni Ndapewoshali, founder of Lazilia Travels, encouraged young Namibian women to pursue entrepreneurship and create opportunities for themselves, sharing her experience building a travel business from scratch with no background in tourism. She started her first trip to Cape Town in April 2019 with ten clients and by the end of the first year had hosted about 70 travellers across four trips.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The energy ministry has removed Maggy Shino as petroleum commissioner and appointed Aune Amutenya, deputy director of Petroleum Exploration and Production, as her replacement.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has defended the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill, saying it is necessary to safeguard Namibia's oil and gas industry and manage petroleum resources in the national interest. Ngurare urged lawmakers to put aside political differences and support the legislation, citing the unanimous bipartisan passage of the original Petroleum Act in 1991, while noting that debate has focused on criticism of placing the Upstream Petroleum Unit under the Presidency rather than on how citizens will benefit from newly discovered resources.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
De Beers CEO Al Cook says the company's sale could be completed within weeks, with governments including Namibia, Botswana and Angola, and industry investors expressing interest in acquiring stakes. Cook envisions the company's future as a public-private partnership combining governments and private investors.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Aune Amutenya, Deputy Director of Petroleum Exploration and Production, has been appointed Acting Petroleum Commissioner, effective 2 June 2026, replacing Maggy Shino, who has been relieved of the position but will remain Director in the Department of Upstream Petroleum Affairs.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia University of Science and Technology has appointed Dr Venaune Hepute as head of its agricultural campus in Otavi.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Erongo Governor Nathalia /Goagoses warned those responsible for veld fires that they will face prosecution if caught. Wildfires in Omatjete, Spitzkoppe, Uis, Usakos and Okombahe resulted in an estimated loss of 40 to 50 hectares of pastureland despite above-normal rainfall that had improved grazing areas.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Erongo Region Governor Nathalia /Goagoses said regional leadership is actively working to address water supply instability, expressing optimism that a planned second desalination plant will help reduce pressure on existing water resources. The Governor acknowledged that parts of the region, including Otjimbingwe, continue to experience serious water supply challenges, but assured residents that regional authorities are working to resolve the issue.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Since last year, more than 1.2 million hectares of land have been destroyed by wildfires across Namibia from 1,300 reported cases. The ministry of forestry is hosting a national workshop in Oshakati to develop protocols and frameworks for national wildfire management and prevention.
19 June 2026 · New Era →
Intense hailstorms and rainstorms have dominated the Hardap and //Kharas regions this week, with some areas recording over 40 millimetres of rainfall. Locations including Betta, Duwisib, and Mariental recorded substantial rainfall ranging from 36mm to 70mm during Thursday to Friday morning.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Omuhongo Clinic nurse Michael Kaviyu denied involvement in a N$1.2 million Sanlam fraud scheme during a bail application at Ondangwa Magistrate's Court.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibia Breweries Limited, partnering with the Road Safety Forum and police Traffic Law Enforcement, has launched a N$200,000 programme running from July 2026 to January 2027 to assess and curb drink-driving across nine traffic checkpoints, with plans to conduct more than 300 breathalyser tests at each checkpoint and publish public findings quarterly.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
On International Day of the African Child, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged young Namibians to dream beyond their circumstances and make use of available opportunities, invoking the 1976 Soweto Uprising as an example of young people fighting for freedom and the right to pursue their futures.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Activist and educator Lizette Feris says ending Namibia's high levels of gender-based violence requires addressing generational trauma, teaching children about right and wrong early, and challenging attitudes that normalise abuse and silence victims.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A planned strike by Furnmart employees across all branches nationwide will proceed Monday following breakdown in negotiations over salary increases and housing allowance introduction, according to the acting deputy general secretary of the Metal and Allied Namibian Workers Union.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Men's Mental Health Awareness Month in June aims to break silence and stigma around men's mental wellbeing. Research shows men are less likely to seek professional help than women, account for nearly 70% of suicides globally, and are three to four times more likely to die by suicide than women, with cultural expectations to "be strong" often preventing them from opening up.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Metal and Allied Namibian Works Union announced that Furnmart & Home Corp Namibia employees will strike on Monday following a vote in which 467 of 630 voting employees supported the action over failed negotiations on salary increments and housing allowances. The workers demanded an 8% salary increase and N$500 housing allowance, while the company offered 5% and no housing allowance.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Defence Force held a week-long motor vehicle accident awareness workshop at the Lieutenant-General Dimo Hamaambo Garrison in Grootfontein, aiming to reduce accidents and become accident-free on the country's roads. Deputy Army Commander Brigadier General Andreas Diyeve urged transport officers and drivers to conduct proper vehicle inspections and apply road safety knowledge in their units.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's Ministry of Education has urged parents not to camp outside schools to secure admission for 2027, clarifying that the admission process is not based on first-come, first-served. The ministry stressed that no parent is required to sleep outside school gates, and that admissions are guided by the Constitution, the Education Act 2020, and Circular 3 of 2026.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
Detective chief inspector Antonius Gabriel testified at a bail hearing that late prosecutor Justine Shiweda was shot and attacked with a corrosive substance on 17 October 2025 while reversing her vehicle from her garage in Ondangwa. Gabriel, who was among the first police to arrive, described finding a smashed vehicle window, reddish foam on the seats, and a spent cartridge inside the car. The accused, Petrus Shikwaya, is alleged by the state to have financed the purchase of the acid used in the attack.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The health minister revealed that according to 2022 data, Namibia recorded 3,453 new cancer cases and 1,940 deaths, with projections indicating over 6,300 new cases by 2045. Key diagnoses include over 553 women annually with breast cancer, 350 with cervical cancer, and rising rates of prostate cancer and other malignancies.
19 June 2026 · New Era →
The Omega 1 community has issued a five-day ultimatum to authorities, threatening unspecified action if they are not allocated a dedicated ambulance and other services. The Village Development Committee chairperson stated that the community lacks reliable emergency transport, with the nearest hospital more than 70 kilometres away at Andara Health Centre, and that a medical pick-up bakkie previously assigned to the community was recalled.
19 June 2026 · New Era →
A senior cleaner at Katutura Intermediate Hospital testified before parliament's economics committee that low-income public servants are trapped in debt cycles because salaries—around N$4,000 per month after allowances—are insufficient for basic living expenses. She called for Grade 15 positions to be abolished and cleaners placed at Grade 12, and recommended compulsory financial literacy programmes to prevent debt dependency.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
ChiNamibia Arts Education for Development is a Namibian NGO founded in 2013 by Kapenangutjiua Vetira to use arts and culture as tools for education and empowerment.
19 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in a Group D match, advancing to the last 32 of the World Cup with a game to spare. A Cameron Burgess own goal and an Alex Freeman header secured the victory for Mauricio Pochettino's side.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Top Score National Elite Championships, a new premier schools sport tournament run under the Namibia Schools Sport Union, was launched in Windhoek on Wednesday. The championship aims to bring together elite schools from across Namibia to compete across multiple disciplines for the title of ultimate champion sports school, while promoting academic excellence and school pride.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Cricket's T20 Tri-Nations series between Namibia, Nigeria and Hong Kong is taking place at the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground, while the Namibia rugby league continues countrywide and NFA Cup semifinals are held at Windhoek's Independence Stadium.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout round of the World Cup with a 1-0 victory over South Korea, while Canada thrashed Qatar 6-0 to move towards the last 32 and secure their first ever World Cup victory.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Liqui Fruit has committed N$120,000 in sponsorship for the DTS Beach Volleyball Series this year and a further N$120,000 for 2027. The funds will support four major tournaments and training camps with international coaches to raise the level of beach volleyball in Namibia.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The United States and Australia will compete in Group D on Friday in Seattle, with the winner advancing to the knockout rounds. The USA defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their opening match, while Australia upset Turkey 2-0, leaving both teams in confident form ahead of their clash.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Waikato Chiefs and Wellington Hurricanes meet in the Super Rugby final on Saturday, with both teams seeking their first title in over a decade. The top two seeds previously met this season with the Chiefs winning 22-17 in extra time.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Rusten Sukhile Mogane, a retired Black Africa midfield playmaker and Brave Warriors coach, reflects on his career highlights including leading Black Africa to cup victories and being selected for the South West Africa Currie Cup team at age 17 while still a pupil at Augustineum High School.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian long-distance runners Eliander Nepembe and Titus Elago secured silver medals at the 99th Comrades Marathon in South Africa, completing the 85.7-kilometre Up Run in under seven hours and 30 minutes. Nepembe finished in seven hours, seven minutes and 16 seconds, while Elago crossed the line in seven hours, 24 minutes and 57 seconds.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ongos Valley Sevens Series launched for its third year, with legs in Oranjemund on 15 August, Walvis Bay on 3 October, and a final championship in Windhoek on 23–24 October. The tournament has expanded to include schools rugby for the first time and features teams from South Africa alongside Namibian clubs.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The United Nations will hold a High-Level Meeting on HIV/AIDS on 22 and 23 June in New York to assess global progress, adopt a new Political Declaration, and set fresh targets aimed at ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. The meeting, held every five years since 2001, will review achievements and challenges since the 2021 Political Declaration and guide the global HIV response through 2030.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah told a UN consultative conference in Accra that Namibia remains committed to securing reparations for genocide against Ovaherero and Nama people during German colonial rule. She said the country's nine-year engagement with Germany, stemming from a 2006 parliamentary motion, has produced a joint draft declaration, and called for continued dialogue despite difficult negotiations.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah spoke at a High-Level Consultative Conference on Reparatory Justice in Accra, Ghana, emphasizing that Africa is not asking the world to carry its pain but to acknowledge that the pain existed. She stated that reconciliation without acknowledgement is impossible and that no people should have to convince others that their suffering was real.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah told a UN conference in Accra that Africa seeks justice and healing for slavery and colonialism, not revenge. She linked the discussion to Namibia's own genocide reparations struggle against Germany for killings of Ovaherero and Nama between 1904 and 1908, emphasizing that lasting reconciliation requires truth, acknowledgement, and dignity.
19 June 2026 · New Era →
The FIFA Fan Festival, the official fan destination for the 2026 World Cup across North America, has surpassed two million visitors during the group stage. Mexican host cities have drawn the largest crowds, with Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara recording 527,100, 244,710, and 218,424 visitors respectively.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
On the 50th anniversary of June 16, 1976, when South African youth died resisting apartheid, an opinion piece argues the day should be remembered as part of broader democratic struggle against apartheid, not merely as a protest against Afrikaans-medium instruction in schools.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An analysis examines the paradox that while many African, Asian, and Latin American liberation movements won political independence, far fewer delivered on promises of social transformation, economic justice, and democratic accountability. The article attributes this gap to complex factors including inherited colonial structures, institutional weaknesses, economic realities, and international pressures.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →