The Khomas Ratepayers and Residents Association has accused Windhoek's leadership of suppressing public participation, withholding information, and failing to address key services.
7 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Khomas Ratepayers and Residents Association has accused Windhoek's leadership of suppressing public participation, withholding information, and failing to address key services.
7 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Presidency says the business delegation of over 200 members accompanying President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to China was not funded by taxpayers, with participating businesses making their own travel and participation arrangements through an expression of interest coordinated by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian public, media, and civil society have limited access to fisheries-related information including scientific reports, quota allocations, and compliance data, making it difficult to understand how marine resources are assessed and managed without a consolidated public platform.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister of urban and rural development James Sankwasa has instructed that councils with outstanding financial reports will not have their budgets approved, stating that some councils have not had their books audited since 2015. Sankwasa described the situation as unacceptable and a violation of the law, questioning how government can ensure public funds are spent appropriately without annual financial audits.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Jerobeam Kakeke Shaanika has been appointed executive director and accounting officer of the International Relations and Trade ministry, triggering a reshuffle of Namibia's diplomatic missions in Germany, Geneva, and Malaysia. Shaanika will return from his posting as ambassador to Germany, which he took up in November 2025.
7 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Seven regional councillors have been appointed to deputy ministerial positions by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. While some constituents praise their councillors, others express concern about whether local leaders can balance their ministerial roles with regional council responsibilities, with critics citing limited community engagement.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has flagged growing unauthorised spending by regional and local authorities, with minister James Sankwasa warning that some councils are bypassing legal budgeting frameworks, exceeding approved budgets and spending on unapproved projects. Sankwasa said the trend has resulted in mishandling of public funds, diverting resources from essential services and undermining service delivery and public trust.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture is holding a week-long restructuring workshop in Ongwediva (6–11 July) to align the Department of Youth, Sport and National Service with its expanded mandate. Executive director Gerard Vries said the exercise aims to build an effective department capable of implementing government priorities on youth empowerment and sport development.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Deputy commissioner Rozario Coetzee presented proposed road safety reforms to Parliament's transport committee, including a 12-month probation period for new drivers whose licences could be revoked for offences such as drinking and driving. The package also proposes accreditation of driving schools, defensive driving training for professional drivers, and a progressive licensing system requiring motorists to demonstrate competency in light vehicles before progressing to commercial heavy vehicles.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Zambezi governor Dorothy Kabula-Simushi announced that import values reached a record N$71 billion and export values stood at N$20 billion during the 2025/2026 financial year through Katima Mulilo and Ngoma borders. She called for fast-tracking implementation of the One Stop Border Post initiative and reported that 30,683 heavy goods vehicles were weighed and screened at Katima Mulilo weighbridge.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Private sector credit extension grew marginally at 0.1% month-on-month in May 2026, with annual growth easing to 4.3% year-on-year from 4.8% in April, driven primarily by weaker corporate borrowing activity and reduced overdraft lending as companies repaid debt.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
Yango Ride (Namibia) and the Automobile Association of Namibia launched a certified driver training programme in Windhoek, focused on road safety, customer service, passenger protection, and gender-sensitive communication. Drivers who participated received AA Namibia certification.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia Breweries Limited has invested over N$35.6 million in water-saving initiatives since 2015, including infrastructure upgrades and groundwater research, reducing water consumption by 8% in 2025 to 3.56 hectolitres per hectolitre of beer produced, with a target of 2.4 hl/hl by 2030.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A multi-sport tournament involving over 4,500 participants from 47 public enterprises generated significant economic activity in Rundu, with local food vendors and accommodation providers reporting tripled revenues. However, small-scale traders have complained about unfair competition from major corporate suppliers squeezing their profit margins.
7 July 2026 · New Era →
Ongava has appointed businessman and former Brave Warriors captain Amos Shiyuka as board chairperson of Ongava Game Reserve and Ongava Hai//om Tourism, citing his leadership, strategic insight and commitment to conservation as key factors in the decision.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Financial Intelligence Centre issued 342 administrative sanctions and N$19.91 million in penalties following a 1,300% surge in anti-money laundering compliance failures, up from 25 sanctions the previous year. Institutions including banks, legal practitioners, property agents, and casinos were penalised for failures such as inadequate due diligence on high-risk clients, failure to identify beneficial owners, and failure to report suspicious transactions.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Letshego Namibia's stock has declined by 14.75% over the past year despite the company distributing N$454.5 million in ordinary dividends during the 2025 financial year. The company currently has a market capitalisation of N$3.2 billion and more than 6,500 shareholders.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Securities Exchange closed marginally higher on 6 July, with the NSX Local Index rising 0.04% and the NSX Overall Index advancing 0.63%, driven by gains in banking and investment counters including SBN Holdings, Capricorn Group, and FirstRand Namibia.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Bilateral trade between Namibia and China reached N$40.6 billion in 2025, the highest on record, with a 10.2% increase from 2024. China is Namibia's second-largest trading partner globally, and President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is undertaking a state visit aimed at attracting investment in mineral beneficiation, renewable energy, agriculture, housing, and digital infrastructure.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah led a delegation of six ministers and more than 200 businesspeople to China to pursue partnerships in mining, agriculture, and logistics. China was Namibia's second-largest trading partner last year, with trade reaching N$40 billion.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited China General Nuclear Power Corporation in Shenzhen during a State Visit to China, where Namibia and China explored opportunities in clean energy, industrialisation, technology transfer, and sustainable use of natural resources. The Presidency noted Namibia's position as a leading uranium producer positions it well to strengthen cooperation with CGN in value addition, technology transfer, and skills development.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited China General Nuclear Power Corporation during a state visit to China, calling for stronger cooperation on clean energy, uranium value addition, technology transfer and skills development. Namibia aims to move beyond exporting raw uranium and develop partnerships that support industrialisation and job creation in the clean energy sector.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
German farmer John Cuff has filed a court case seeking to evict members of the /Khomanin Traditional Authority from Farm Baumsgartenbrunn-//Ganaxas, citing unlawful occupation since 2008 and citing overcrowding, increased crime, and environmental contamination as consequences.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
An editorial argues the Kalimbeza Rice Project in the Zambezi Region cannot be allowed to fail, noting it has suffered recurring machinery breakdowns, irrigation underperformance, fencing failures, livestock crop damage, inconsistent funding, and bureaucratic delays exposed by parliamentary oversight. The project is framed as a test of Namibia's agricultural policy and development management, given the region's fertile conditions and potential to become the country's breadbasket.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Kalimbeza Rice Project in Namibia's Zambezi region faces operational challenges including a non-functional processing machine since 2018, inadequate storage, and lack of market access, despite N$40 million spent on planting and harvesting. Governor Dorothy Kabula called for the project to be prioritized in disaster relief programs to utilize its stock.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Police are searching for a suspect following the alleged rape of an 86-year-old woman at Popa village in the Mukwe constituency shortly after midnight on Friday.
7 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Otjozondjupa region has recorded progress in public healthcare despite outbreaks of cholera, measles and malaria, as well as a rise in malnutrition cases.
7 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A National Council member has raised concerns over the rapid growth of nursing training institutions and employment challenges for graduates. The National Council for Higher Education says new regulations have been introduced to revise entry requirements, regulate training quotas, and control intakes for health professions, particularly nursing.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
The City of Windhoek has announced a campaign to remove illegal and unauthorised electrical wiring, beginning in September with initial focus on areas including Otjomuise and Oku.
7 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Namibian Ports Authority's social investment fund has donated two fully equipped ambulances to the Ministry of Health and Social Services to strengthen emergency medical services in the Otjozondjupa Region, with one earmarked for Kalkfeld, which previously relied on ambulances dispatched from Otjiwarongo, 60 kilometres away.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia will hold the 2026 International Youth Day national commemorations in Keetmanshoop on 12 August 2026, with the theme "Youth Advancing Multilateral Cooperation through Technology and Partnerships." The annual UN-observed day recognises young people's contributions and addresses challenges including unemployment, education access, health and civic participation.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
An eight-year-old girl from the Omaheke Region living with a mobility disability received a wheelchair donated by members of the Namibian Defence Force's 126 Motorised Infantry Battalion, following an appeal made during the Vice President's visit to the region in January 2026. Officials emphasised the donation's demonstration of compassion and the potential for acts of kindness to transform vulnerable members of society.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
An 18-year-old man is in custody after allegedly sexually assaulting a five-year-old boy at Omaambo village in Tsandi constituency on Sunday afternoon. The suspect allegedly lured the child to his room; investigations are ongoing.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
Two men died in a collision between a sedan and a Namibia Defence Force pickup on the Oshakati–Oshikuku road on Tuesday morning. One died at the scene and one upon arrival at hospital; the pickup driver sustained serious injuries.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Zambezi Regional Governor Dorothy Kabula-Simushi said the region has approximately 712 police officers for a population of about 142,000 people—a ratio of one officer to 201 residents, far below the acceptable standard of one to 50. Despite crime declining 13.9% over the past year, the governor stressed that further efforts are needed to strengthen security and noted that a new police station is 91% complete with plans for additional stations.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
Health Minister Dr Esperance Luvindao announced the ministry of health and social services is planning to establish Namibia's first dedicated national air ambulance service to improve emergency medical care and access to treatment in remote communities. The announcement accompanies plans to procure 30 additional ambulances during the 2026/27 financial year.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ndapandula Junias, a 35-year-old firewood seller at Havana Four Ways, earns up to N$200 daily supporting two households, but faces challenges including expensive transport costs and the need to travel up to 80 kilometres to source wood from surrounding farm areas.
7 July 2026 · New Era →
Parliament's Standing Committee on Education has begun a comprehensive review of the rapid expansion of nursing schools and health training centres, citing concerns over training quality, accreditation systems, and unemployment among health graduates. The review involves stakeholder consultations to assess whether the regulatory framework for health training institutions is effective and aligned with national health workforce needs.
7 July 2026 · New Era →
The Zambezi region faces severe police shortage with 712 officers serving about 142,000 residents, giving a ratio of one officer per 201 residents against an ideal ratio of one per 50, according to governor Dorothy Kabula-Simushi. Despite the shortfall, reported crime cases decreased from 4,095 in 2024 to 3,526 in 2025.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Creative, Sport and Tourism (CST) Expo 2026 will showcase Namibia's creative talent at the Hage Geingob Stadium from 2 to 4 September.
7 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibian musician and creative Lize Ehlers represented Namibia at Toronto Pride celebrations in Canada as an international ally ambassador, performing and marching alongside international leaders, and called for greater investment in the country's creative industry.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Gospel Music Awards will be held this year for the first time since 2018, having been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic and financial constraints. The third edition will feature 10 categories and introduce a transparent judging process with an independent panel to improve credibility and support emerging artists.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
England won 3-2 against Mexico in Mexico City at the Estadio Azteca despite playing with ten men after defender Jarell Quansah received a red card early in the second half. The victory sets up a quarter-final match against Norway and is hailed as England's greatest win on foreign soil.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino defended the decision to suspend a red card issued to US World Cup star Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play against Belgium in a last-16 match. The reprieve followed US President Donald Trump's direct appeal to Infantino, who insisted FIFA's disciplinary process remained independent, while Belgium's appeal was dismissed as "inadmissible."
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The 11th edition of the First Gentleman Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah Sports Tournament will be held at Elia Weyulu Sports Field in Okongo village, Ohangwena Region, from 20–23 August, featuring youth soccer, legends soccer, netball and volleyball with prize money across four categories.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
Belgium beat the United States 4-1 in a World Cup last-16 match at Seattle's Lumen Field, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice and Romelu Lukaku adding a goal. The result ended USA's hopes of reaching a first World Cup quarter-final in 24 years and set up a quarter-final between Belgium and Spain.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Moses Shidolo scored in his third consecutive Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League match as Scottland FC defeated Hunters FC 3-0, with the 28-year-old defensive midfielder opening the scoring and earning Player of the Match. Shidolo has recorded seven goal contributions this season and credited his form to hard work and his midfield partner Mthokozisi Msebe.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Neels Jafta claimed overall honours at the sixth AB InBev Monthly Medal competition at Windhoek Golf Club, posting a nett score of 67. The event attracted 47 golfers competing for divisional honours and points toward the Tournament of Champions.
7 July 2026 · New Era →
An additional N$50 million earmarked in the national budget could lift Namibia's sports investment to N$68.5 million this year, with funding directed towards elite athlete development, international competition preparation, and the Podium Performance Programme targeting the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
7 July 2026 · New Era →
African Stars Academy recently returned from the Madrid Cup 2026 youth tournament in Spain, where the team competed against mainly Spanish opposition and received an invitation to participate in another tournament hosted by a local Madrid academy. The academy's participation created opportunities for players while exposing areas for improvement in Namibian football, with several players drawing interest from coaches and scouts.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Torstein Traeen of Norway claimed the Tour de France race leader's yellow jersey while Mads Pedersen of Denmark won the fourth stage, a 182km stage from Carcassonne to Foix. Pedersen, the 2019 world champion, also took the green points jersey with his victory in the sprint finish.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's sport bodies have condemned the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture's decision to suspend all financial support to recognised sport federations and umbrella organisations, calling it a serious setback that threatens athlete development, competitions and employment. The suspension came after the ministry cited mounting financial constraints in a letter dated 15 June, despite having set aside approximately N$13.5 million for sport development programmes in April.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia announced formal support for accession to the Agreement on the Conservation of Albatrosses and Petrels following the 15th Meeting of ACAP's Advisory Committee hosted in Swakopmund in June 2026. The country has achieved 98% reduction in seabird bycatch in demersal longline fishery and 95% in demersal trawl fishery through its National Plan of Action for Seabirds.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Climate scientists worldwide are warning that a strong and possibly exceptional El Niño event may develop during the coming Namibian summer, with potential implications for rainfall in central Namibia that feeds Windhoek's water supply—about 75% to 80% of the capital's water comes from runoff captured in three dams that depend almost entirely on rainfall over the north-eastern and central highlands.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has begun a state visit to China, including a meeting with Huang Kunming, a member of the political bureau of the central committee of the Communist Party.
7 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported confirmed Ebola cases increasing to 1,561 with 506 deaths, involving the Bundibugyo strain for which there is no approved vaccine or specific treatment. The majority of cases remain concentrated in Ituri Province, with transmission now confirmed across multiple health zones in a complex humanitarian and security environment.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
Ukraine's president plans to urge NATO allies at a summit in Turkey to deliver air defence systems needed to protect against escalating Russian attacks, following Russian missile strikes on Kyiv that killed more than 50 civilians. Zelensky also plans to meet with Donald Trump to press for pressure on Russia to enter peace talks.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Trump administration, after shutting down USAID, is offering hundreds of millions of dollars to African countries for healthcare, but with conditions requiring recipient governments to increase their own health spending. Kenya signed a $2.5bn deal in December, though it faced court challenges from activists.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has invited Chinese investors to partner with Namibia in mining, agriculture, renewable energy, logistics, and infrastructure, seeking to shift the economy from raw material exports to value addition and industrialisation. Speaking at the Namibia-China Business Forum in Guangzhou, she said Namibia is open for trade and investment and ready to deepen economic and political ties with China.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Semfried Shilongo, a former Namibian bus driver blinded in a violent attack in South Africa, says the government delayed repatriating Namibian citizens living there without proper documents and warns that delays expose vulnerable people to danger amid rising tensions targeting foreign nationals.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The World Bank Group has appointed Stefano Mocci as its country manager for Namibia effective 1 July, overseeing the bank group's operations across three institutions and working to support projects aimed at boosting economic growth, creating jobs and improving resilience. Mocci brings more than 20 years of World Bank experience and previously served as country manager for Fiji and the South Pacific and Papua New Guinea.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister Veikko Nekundi said Namibia is pursuing advanced Chinese road safety technology to reduce crashes at accident hotspots, following discussions during President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's State Visit to China. The government aims to introduce systems capable of preventing accidents at blind spots and complement existing enforcement measures such as speed cameras.
7 July 2026 · New Era →
The International Olympic Committee lifted some restrictions allowing Russian athletes to compete in team events and qualifying competitions for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, though bans on the Russian national anthem and flag remain in place for now. Returning Russian athletes must pass "multiple" doping tests before participating, and individual sports may decide whether to allow the flag and anthem at their own events.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Argentina staged a stunning comeback from 2-0 down to beat Egypt 3-2 and reach the World Cup quarter-finals, scoring three goals in the final 11 minutes plus stoppage time. Lionel Messi scored the equaliser to extend his record to nine consecutive World Cup games with a goal.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
An article from Daily Maverick argues that the possible targeting of journalist Marianne Thamm by South African state intelligence represents a serious threat to press freedom and democratic accountability. The piece contends that attacks on journalists investigating state institutions undermine the public's constitutional right to know and threaten a key pillar of democracy.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that across religion, economics, and politics, Namibians are promised future rewards—heaven, development, prosperity—while present hardship continues. The piece draws a parallel between Christian teaching on earthly poverty and future salvation, and how structural adjustment programs imposed on Africa by the IMF and World Bank produced different outcomes than for Europe, leaving sub-Saharan states trapped in debt and stagnant growth.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
A governing body delegates specific duties to subcommittees for detailed oversight in specialised areas, but retains ultimate accountability. The article discusses how subcommittee power and technical complexity affect the full board's ability to challenge their findings.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's informal settlements like Havana near Windhoek represent the country's largest reserve of untapped capital rather than a problem to solve, according to this analysis. Property owners lack legal titles to formalize their assets and access the formal economy, leaving trillions of dollars in "dead capital" frozen outside the banking system.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →