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Thursday, 25 June 2026
Namibia’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Politics

  1. Kharas governor touts N$600m infrastructure and housing projects

    Kharas governor Dawid Gertze has highlighted infrastructure and housing development across the region, citing more than N$600 million in completed, ongoing and planned projects.

    8 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Business

  1. Road Fund Administration launches digital self-service platforms

    The Road Fund Administration has launched digital platforms including a fuel levy refund portal, a cross-border charges prepaid customer portal, a mobile application for mass distance charge clients, and an upgraded website to improve accessibility, efficiency, and customer experience while strengthening Namibia's road transport funding system.

    7 hours ago · Informanté

Agriculture & Land

  1. Erongo farmers benefit from government agricultural support programmes

    Agricultural support programmes in the Erongo region are yielding results, with hundreds of farmers receiving training, equipment, livestock, and technical support.

    8 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  2. EIF allocates N$6.4 million for Oshikoto water infrastructure

    The Environmental Investment Fund has allocated N$6.4 million for water infrastructure projects in Oshikoto Region, including boreholes, pipeline rehabilitation, and a desalination plant, with construction expected to commence before the end of July 2026.

    3 hours ago · Informanté

Society

  1. Children's author Weber advocates for universal access to books

    Namibian children's book author and early literacy advocate Hilma Weber believes that children who grow up with books grow up with possibilities, arguing no child should be without them.

    8 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  2. Shivute suggests completing NYS before accessing varsity

    Namibia Revenue Agency commissioner Sam Shivute floated the idea of requiring young Namibians to complete National Youth Service training before accessing further education.

    8 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  3. Oshikoto Region crime surged 35.5% in past financial year

    The Governor of Oshikoto Region reported that crimes increased by 404 cases—a 35.5% rise—from the 2024/2025 to 2025/2026 financial years, with total reported crimes rising from 1,137 to 1,541 cases. Assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm was the most prevalent offence, recorded at 945 cases, while rape cases increased by 41.7% and drug-related offences more than doubled.

    5 hours ago · Informanté

Sport

  1. Switzerland tops Group B, Canada reaches knockout rounds historically

    Switzerland beat Canada 2-1 in Group B to finish on seven points and top the group, while Canada secured a historic first-ever knockout-round spot in World Cup competition with their second-place finish on four points.

    8 hours ago · The Namibian

  2. Morocco beats Haiti 4–2, misses group top spot to Brazil

    Morocco defeated Haiti 4–2 in a World Cup group match but finished second in Group C to Brazil on goal difference. Haiti, playing their first World Cup since 1974, scored their first World Cup goals in 52 years but were eliminated without a point.

    5 hours ago · The Namibian

  3. Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 to top World Cup group

    Vinicius Junior scored twice as Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 on Wednesday, securing top spot in Group C and progression to the last 32. Brazil will face the runners-up in Group F on June 29 in Houston.

    5 hours ago · The Namibian

World & Region

  1. Twin earthquakes devastate Venezuela's capital Caracas

    Two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, destroying buildings in Caracas including a 22-story structure, according to the USGS. The quakes triggered panic, with some buildings collapsing and the Interior Minister urging people to leave their homes; fatalities were not yet confirmed.

    5 hours ago · The Namibian

  2. Bosnia-Herzegovina beats Qatar 3-1 to reach World Cup last 32

    Bosnia-Herzegovina defeated 2022 hosts Qatar 3-1 in their final Group B match, moving to four points and into a strong position to be one of the best eight third-placed teams to progress to the last 32. Qatar exited at the group stage.

    5 hours ago · The Namibian

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