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Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Namibia’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
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Politics

  1. Khomas Ratepayers Association accuses Windhoek council of poor service delivery

    The Khomas Ratepayers and Residents Association has accused Windhoek's leadership of suppressing public participation, withholding information, and failing to address key services.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Society

  1. Manhunt underway for rape suspect in Kavango East

    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.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  2. Otjozondjupa region reports rising malnutrition amid health challenges

    The Otjozondjupa region has recorded progress in public healthcare despite outbreaks of cholera, measles and malaria, as well as a rise in malnutrition cases.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  3. Windhoek launches campaign to remove illegal electrical wiring

    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.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  4. Keetmanshoop to host Namibia's 2026 International Youth Day

    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.

    4 hours ago · Informanté

Culture

  1. Creative, Sport and Tourism Expo 2026 set for September

    The Creative, Sport and Tourism (CST) Expo 2026 will showcase Namibia's creative talent at the Hage Geingob Stadium from 2 to 4 September.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Sport

  1. England beats Mexico 3-2 in World Cup quarter-final setup

    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.

    5 hours ago · The Namibian

  2. FIFA suspends Balogun red card after Trump appeals to Infantino

    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."

    5 hours ago · The Namibian

World & Region

  1. President Nandi-Ndaitwah begins state visit to China

    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.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun

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