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Thursday, 16 July 2026
Namibia’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Thursday, 16 July 2026
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Politics

  1. Minister warns councils budgets depend on audited books

    Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa warned that local authorities will not receive budget allocations unless they can demonstrate audited financial statements.

    6 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Business

  1. AOPA challenges home affairs over pilot permit delays

    The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association of Namibia has rejected the home affairs ministry's assertion regarding work permit applications from foreign pilots.

    6 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Society

  1. Omaheke region records 85 child protection cases yearly

    The Omaheke region recorded 85 child protection cases during the 2025/26 financial year, as authorities warn that abuse, neglect, and other forms of vulnerability persist in the region.

    6 hours ago · Namibian Sun

  2. Erongo RED launches campaign against copper cable theft

    Erongo RED has launched a public awareness campaign to mobilise communities across the region to help combat copper cable theft, warning that the crime continues.

    6 hours ago · Namibian Sun

Sport

  1. ICC revamps 2027 ODI World Cup format with preliminary round

    The ICC has announced a new format for the 2027 men's one-day international World Cup in southern Africa, featuring a preliminary round for the three lowest-ranked qualifiers with only one advancing to a 12-team main group stage. The restructure replaces the previous 'super six' with a 'super seven' round-robin and eliminates quarter-finals, designed to reduce dead-rubber matches and increase the potential for an additional India-Pakistan fixture.

    5 hours ago · The Namibian

  2. England loses World Cup semi-final to Argentina 2-1

    England were beaten 2-1 by defending champions Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals, with Lionel Messi setting up both Argentina goals in a second-half turnaround after Anthony Gordon had put England ahead. Captain Harry Kane said the team were "gutted" after working hard to reach the semi-finals.

    5 hours ago · The Namibian

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