Steven Bernardus Harageib says leadership is about creating conditions for people to rise and solve challenges together rather than standing above others.
17 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Steven Bernardus Harageib says leadership is about creating conditions for people to rise and solve challenges together rather than standing above others.
17 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A corruption case against former Grootfontein councillor Etnee Jack Tsanigab, arrested in 2020 for allegedly using family members' names to buy property cheaply from the local authority, was struck from the court roll after the State indicated it was not ready to proceed. In a related matter, High Court Judge Thomas Masuku dismissed Tsanigab's N$771 008 claim against Grootfontein Municipality for alleged jackhammer rental costs, finding he could not provide supporting invoices.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Jona Hangula, accused under Namibia's Prevention and Combating of Terrorist and Proliferation Activities Act, has asked the High Court to reject the State's application for closed-door testimony from an alleged FBI agent, arguing it would breach his right to a fair trial. He proposes the witness testify remotely via Zoom or Teams in open court, with his family, friends, church members, and full legal team permitted to attend.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The City of Windhoek has announced a 4% average increase in municipal tariffs for the 2026/2027 financial year, effective 1 July 2026, affecting water, refuse and waste management, sewerage, fire brigade services and property assessment rates.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi cautioned that misinformation and weak public communication risk undermining implementation of Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan, and said government communicators must ensure accurate information reaches the public to build trust and deliver on national priorities.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Former Grootfontein councillor Etnee Jack Tsanigab, arrested in 2020 on suspicion of using family members' names to buy property cheaply from the local authority, has had his case struck from the court roll after the State indicated it was not ready to proceed. In a related matter, a High Court judge dismissed Tsanigab's N$771,008 claim against Grootfontein Municipality over a jackhammer rental dispute.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi addressed the 2026 Effective Communicators Conference in Swakopmund, calling on government and private sector communicators to champion truth and support the implementation of the Sixth National Development Plan. She emphasized that communication is central to democratic governance and social cohesion, and that communicators must counter misinformation and disinformation in an age of artificial intelligence and digital platforms.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Terrorism-accused Jona Hangula has filed a motion opposing the prosecution's request to hear FBI agent testimony behind closed doors, arguing the proceedings should remain open to safeguard his constitutional right to a fair trial. Hangula proposes the witness testify remotely without video and requests that his family, friends, and entire legal team be allowed to attend.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi cautioned that misinformation and weak public communication could undermine implementation of Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan, stating that government communicators must ensure accurate information reaches the public and serve as champions of truth against disinformation.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi addressed the 2026 Effective Communicators Conference in Swakopmund, calling on government and private sector communicators to lead the fight against misinformation and disinformation, particularly as artificial intelligence and digital platforms expand. She framed strategic communication as central to democratic governance, social cohesion, and implementation of Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
PDM leader McHenry Venaani has urged President Nandi-Ndaitwah to use her visit to South Africa to push for resolution of the long-standing Orange River boundary dispute with South Africa. Venaani says the dispute has remained unresolved since independence and requires urgent political attention, and that he has tabled a motion in the National Assembly calling for the matter to be debated.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
A Ghanaian businessman who helped open the West African market to beef from Namibia's northern communal areas still owes the Meat Corporation of Namibia N$300,000.
17 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Magreth Tsuses, founder and CEO of Eden Manufacturers CC, demonstrates that entrepreneurial success is not age-dependent, continuing to expand his business ambitions at 58.
17 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Josefina Mutumbulwa, a 22-year-old fourth-year Mechanical Engineering student at NUST, has won the Best Nail Salon 2026 award at the Best of Namibia Awards for her nail artistry business, Joja.nailed-it, which she has been running for three years while balancing her studies. She provides services from her room and also trains aspiring nail technicians.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Phat Pharm Construction is suing NIDA for more than N$3.1 million over an alleged breach of a lease agreement for a go-karting facility at the Rundu Convention Centre. Justice Gladice Pickering is scheduled to deliver judgment on 17 July 2026.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
SHP Accounting Services CC has been awarded the AICPA & CIMA Training Quality Partner certificate, a globally recognised accreditation acknowledging organisations that meet the highest quality standards for training chartered management accountants. The accreditation confirms that the firm's training environment meets quality standards established by the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants and CIMA.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Since the Financial Institutions and Markets Act took effect in May 2026, concerns have arisen that Section 282(2) may unintentionally prevent thousands of pensioners from accessing affordable housing finance from their retirement funds. Industry experts worry the rule requiring a first mortgage bond for direct housing loans is hampering the consumer protection the Act was meant to provide.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Industrial Development Agency is being sued by Phat Pharm Construction for more than N$3.1 million in damages over an alleged breach of a lease agreement to develop a go-karting facility at the Rundu Convention Centre. The High Court is set to deliver judgment on the dispute on 17 July 2026.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
SHP Accounting Services CC has been awarded the AICPA & Cima Training Quality Partner certificate, a globally recognised accreditation acknowledging organisations meeting the highest quality standards for training chartered management accountants. The firm, founded in 2012 and launched in October 2016, provides accounting, taxation, audits, payroll and business advisory services.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
NamWater has started construction of the Naute–Keetmanshoop Water Pipeline Replacement Project, valued at N$219,697,642.12 inclusive of VAT and fully funded by the corporation. The existing pipeline has been in service since 1972.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's rapid rise in the global energy market, driven by historic offshore discoveries in the Orange Basin, positions the nation to compete on local-content grounds.
17 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Langer Heinrich Uranium donated 3,467 mathematics, physical science and chemistry textbooks worth over N$1 million to schools in the Swakopmund and Walvis Bay education circuits. Educators said the resources will address persistent textbook shortages and improve learner performance in critical subjects.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Otjiwarongo municipality's traffic division has only four officers to serve a town of more than 54,000 residents, with officials warning of consequences from the shortage.
17 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Oshana governor Hofni Iipinge has pledged to fund clearing of about five hectares of bush behind Oshakati Intermediate Hospital.
17 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Dr Martha Namundjebo-Tilahun Foundation is a Windhoek-based non-profit founded by Namibian businesswoman, philanthropist and entrepreneur Dr Martha Namundjebo-Tilahun.
17 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Swakopmund Municipality is upgrading its waste disposal facility to establish a more formalised landfill site, with infrastructure including internal roads, access control, recycling and composting areas, and stormwater management. The municipality is inviting public comments as part of an environmental assessment conducted by Geo Pollution Technologies.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
A mathematics support programme implemented by the Namibia Mathematics Institute with FirstRand Namibia Foundation funding has reached approximately 40 000 grade 10 and 11 learners across Namibia by training about 200 teachers in eight education regions over five years, equipping educators with practical classroom skills and learning resources.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia will send 17 young competitors to the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai from 22 to 27 September 2026, competing in 16 vocational and technical skill categories as part of benchmarking the country's TVET against global standards. The biennial event will bring together about 1,400 competitors from more than 70 countries in 64 disciplines.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Langer Heinrich Uranium donated 3,467 mathematics, physical science and chemistry textbooks worth over N$1 million to schools in the Swakopmund and Walvis Bay education circuits to address textbook shortages and improve learner performance.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Welwitschia University Chancellor Scholastika Iipinge has called on NSFAF to fully cover tuition fees for students at private higher education institutions, stating that partial funding continues to leave families carrying a financial burden despite government promises of equal treatment.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Four witnesses have filed statements in the High Court contradicting the Namibian Police's version of events surrounding the arrest of former Spitzkoppe tour guide Melvin //Areseb, who is suing the police and three officers for N$2.8 million over an alleged assault while in custody. Police officers deny assaulting //Areseb or witnessing any assault, claiming only reasonable force was used after he became aggressive following questioning about a reported domestic violence incident.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The City of Windhoek states that traffic congestion is an urban mobility challenge that cannot be solved by building more roads alone, and argues that successful cities combine road infrastructure with efficient public transport, walking, and cycling facilities. The city notes that most residents in northwestern suburbs rely on public transport, but without a modern mass transit system, demand is met by four-door sedan taxis that contribute significantly to peak-hour traffic volumes.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Monika Pendukeni introduced Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services Susan Ndjaleka as the keynote speaker at Welwitchia University's 9th Official Graduation Ceremony, held on 16–17 July 2026 at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
A mathematics support programme implemented by the Namibia Mathematics Institute and funded by the FirstRand Namibia Foundation has reached an estimated 40,000 grade 10 and 11 learners across Namibia by training teachers with practical classroom skills and learning resources over five years.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Seventeen young Namibians will represent the country in 16 vocational and technical skill categories at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China, from 22 to 27 September 2026. The Namibia Training Authority and WorldSkills Namibia announced the participation to coincide with World Youth Skills Day, with Namibia's team competing in fields including mechatronics, welding, plumbing, web technologies, and cooking among others.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The welfare ministry has acknowledged mounting pressure on social workers due to staff shortages and case complexity, with Minister Emma Kantema noting that repeated exposure to severe cases involving child abuse, trafficking and family disputes leads to secondary trauma and burnout. The ministry has implemented wellness programmes, supportive supervision and debriefing sessions to support workers' mental health.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Josefina Mutumbulwa, a fourth-year Mechanical Engineering student at NUST, has won the Best Nail Salon 2026 award for her business, Joja.nailed-it, which she has operated for three years while balancing her studies. She provides nail services from her room on weekends and afternoons, and also trains aspiring nail technicians.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Kavango West has made progress implementing inclusive education but remains one of the least-served regions for learners with special educational needs, relying on one inclusive school and one resource unit to serve 17 learners with intellectual impairments and 164 with learning difficulties, according to the Education Director.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Around 11,000 new shacks are erected annually across Namibia, reflecting an expanding housing crisis driven by urban migration that outpaces formal housing delivery. The estimated housing deficit has grown to approximately 300,000 homes, nearly four times higher than the 80,000-unit backlog recorded in 2007.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
The Chancellor of Welwitschia University has called on NSFAF to fully cover tuition fees for students at private higher education institutions, noting that partial sponsorships continue to leave families bearing financial burdens despite government promises of equal treatment.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Four witnesses have filed statements in the High Court contradicting the Namibian Police's version of events in a N$2.8 million assault lawsuit filed by former Spitzkoppe tour guide Melvin //Areseb against the police and three officers over an alleged assault during his arrest on 22 August 2025. Police officers deny assaulting //Areseb or witnessing assault by colleagues, while the officers claim only reasonable force was used after the plaintiff became aggressive during questioning about a domestic violence incident.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The City of Windhoek says traffic congestion is an urban mobility challenge that cannot be solved by building more roads alone, arguing that successful cities combine strategic road infrastructure with efficient public transport, walking and cycling facilities.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Monika Pendukeni introduced Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services Susan Ndjaleka as the keynote speaker at Welwitchia University's 9th Official Graduation Ceremony held at Mercure Hotel, Windhoek on 16–17 July 2026.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Oshakati Town Council will begin disconnecting water supplies to government institutions and businesses with unpaid municipal accounts from 27 July, unless affected entities settle outstanding balances or submit a written payment arrangement by 25 July.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital nurse Festus Amwaalwa, accused in a N$2.2 million Sanlam fraud case, claimed in bail submissions that the investigating officer made him "the sacrificial lamb" while other suspects, including hospital cleaner Hela Mpinge, escaped arrest. Amwaalwa also alleged the detective seized his cellphone without proper cause and viewed private photographs.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's welfare ministry has warned that social workers face mounting pressure and unsustainable workloads due to staff shortages and the increasing complexity of cases involving child abuse, neglect, exploitation, trafficking and family disputes. Minister Emma Kantema told Parliament that social workers are exposed to secondary trauma, compassion fatigue and occupational burnout, and the ministry has implemented wellness programmes and supportive supervision to support their mental well-being.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Pension fund industry experts warn that Section 282(2) of Namibia's Financial Institutions and Markets Act, which took effect in May 2026, may prevent thousands of pensioners from accessing affordable housing finance from their retirement funds. A pension funds expert emphasised the concern applies specifically to direct housing loans granted by retirement funds themselves, distinct from the Government Institutions Pension Fund housing initiative.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Kavango West has progressed in implementing inclusive education but remains one of the country's least-served regions for learners with special educational needs, relying on one inclusive school and one resource unit to serve 17 learners with intellectual impairments and 164 with learning difficulties, according to the region's education director.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
A former nurse accused in a N$2.2 million Sanlam fraud case told the Ondangwa Magistrate's Court that an investigating officer made him "the sacrificial lamb," claiming a hospital cleaner with alleged ties to the case's alleged kingpin received money but was not arrested. He also alleged the officer seized his cellphone without warrant and viewed private photographs.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Around 11,000 new shacks are erected across Namibia annually, reflecting an urban migration and housing deficit deepening faster than formal housing delivery can address. Economists estimate Namibia's housing deficit has ballooned to around 300,000 homes, nearly four times higher than the 80,000-unit backlog recorded in 2007.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
The Namibian Naval Training School completed its Marines Formation Course following a five-day field training exercise. The NTS Commandant urged the new Marines to uphold the highest standards of military service and awarded Namibian Marine Tags symbolising courage, professionalism and readiness to defend the nation.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
The ICC has announced a 14-team format for next year's Cricket World Cup co-hosted by Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. Despite the expanded field, the structure makes it virtually impossible for associate nations like Namibia to compete against leading teams, with four spots determined through a lengthy qualifying process that Namibia must enter despite being a co-host.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The MTC Volleyball National League moves to Gobabis for round five of the 2026 season, marking the town's first time hosting the competition. The Namibia Volleyball Federation selected Gobabis as part of its strategy to grow the sport beyond traditional strongholds through monthly league rounds across different Namibian towns.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The second round of the Namibian Rugby Premier League commences with FNB Grootfontein leading the log on 37 points from eight matches, while FNB Wanderers and Montego United sit two points behind with a match in hand.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The ICC announced a new format for next year's Cricket World Cup to be co-hosted by Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, increasing competing teams to 14. The format has made it virtually impossible for associate nations like Namibia to compete against leading teams, with the tournament featuring far fewer nations than other world cups.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Volleyball Federation is bringing the MTC Volleyball National League to Gobabis for the first time, with round five of the 2026 season featuring men's and women's matches. The NVF is expanding the sport beyond traditional strongholds by hosting monthly league rounds across towns in Namibia.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Rugby Premier League's second round begins with FNB Grootfontein leading on 37 points from eight matches, while FNB Wanderers and Montego United sit two points behind with a match in hand. Defending champions FNB Kudus have a bye this weekend as the three-team title race tightens.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Valery Pack-Mwashekele, a retired all-rounder who played top-flight netball for TransNamib, Civics, and United in the Khomas First Division, says she played for the love of the sport and not to please others. She excelled playing in centre, goal-attack, and wing-attack positions and was the first black girl to play for Windhoek High School's netball team.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Brandberg Backyard Ultra, an endurance event with no fixed finish line where runners complete 6.706 km loops hourly until only one remains, takes place on Saturday at Brandberg Rest Camp near Uis. André Ross, who has won all four previous editions and holds the course record of 22 laps (147.5 km), returns as defending champion, with elite competition expected from ultra-runners across the region.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The 22nd Namibia Annual Sports Awards was launched with a revised framework grouping awards into Performance Excellence and Special Commendation categories. Key changes include Sport Star of the Year becoming an automatically awarded title for the highest-scoring finalist, and mergers of Federation/Community Inspiration and media awards into single categories.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Spain and Argentina will contest the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at New Jersey Stadium, with Spain having defeated France 2-0 in the semi-finals and Argentina seeking to defend their 2022 title. The match will be the first time the two nations have met at a FIFA World Cup since 1966.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Spain and Argentina face off in a World Cup final on Sunday, with reigning champions Argentina seeking to become the first team in 64 years to successfully defend the title, while Messi, aged 39, is likely playing his final World Cup match.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Swiss rider Mauro Schmid overcame cramps to beat Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-man sprint finish to win the 13th stage of the Tour de France on Friday. Briton Tom Pidcock finished third and moved up to fourth overall, now 4 minutes 15 seconds behind race leader Tadej Pogacar.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Garry Sobers, regarded by many as the greatest cricketer of all time, has died aged 89. The West Indian all-rounder scored 8,032 runs in 93 Tests and took 235 wickets, combining exceptional batting, bowling, and fielding abilities that set him apart in 20th-century cricket.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Valery Pack-Mwashekele, a retired all-rounder who played for TransNamib, Civics, and United in the Khomas First Division, says she played netball for the love of the sport rather than to please others. She excelled in centre, goal-attack, and wing-attack positions and was the first Black player on Windhoek High School's netball team.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The fifth RMB Brandberg Backyard Ultra will take place Saturday at Brandberg Rest Camp near Uis. Athletes complete 6.706 km loops every hour until only one runner remains capable of finishing within the allotted time; André Ross has won all four previous editions and holds the course record of 22 laps (147.5 km).
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The 22nd Namibia Annual Sport Awards has launched nominations until 31 August, featuring realigned categories and safeguarding rules. Deputy director of sport Irvine Ndjavera called on federation administrators to act as gatekeepers of sporting talent and ensure excellence is identified and nominated.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has confirmed that playmaker Richie Mo'unga will not be selected for the upcoming four-Test series against South Africa, as Mo'unga remains ineligible under national union eligibility rules until October due to his time playing club rugby in Japan.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Sports Commission launched the 2026 edition of the annual sports awards with restructured categories, a new nomination process, and achievements from 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026 to be considered. Key changes include grouping awards into Performance Excellence and Special Commendation categories, automatically awarding Sport Star of the Year to the highest-scoring finalist, and merging several award categories.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Spain and Argentina will face off in the FIFA World Cup final this weekend at New Jersey Stadium. The final will be the first meeting between the two nations at a World Cup since 1966, with Spain aiming to add to their World Cup titles and Argentina defending their 2022 triumph.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
A total of 575 animals were moved from Etosha National Park to conservation areas across Namibia, including communal conservancies in the Kunene Region, as part of efforts to restore wildlife populations, improve ecological balance, and strengthen community-based conservation.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
A total of 575 animals were translocated from Etosha National Park to conservation areas across Namibia, including communal conservancies in the Kunene Region, as part of efforts to restore wildlife populations, improve ecological balance, and strengthen community-based conservation. The translocation was led by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism through collaboration between government, communities, and conservation organisations.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Aus and surrounding areas in the //Kharas Region are currently in full bloom with vibrant yellow and purple flowers, including species such as Gazania lichtensteinii, Hirpicium echinus, and Heliophila deserticola, following notable winter rainfall in the southern regions.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
US President Donald Trump alleged in a primetime White House address that China interfered in the 2020 election and accessed voter data in 18 states, though the US intelligence community has previously concluded China did not interfere in that election and Trump presented no evidence of data misuse.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has asked the High Court for an urgent interdict to stop impeachment proceedings against him over the Phala Phala allegations, arguing the inquiry would cause him irreparable harm and humiliation. The court heard two days of arguments in Cape Town, with the impeachment stemming from a Section 89 panel report finding he had a case to answer over the theft of $580,000 in cash from his game farm.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Donald Trump delivered a primetime address alleging "shocking vulnerabilities" in American voting systems and accusing China of interfering in the 2020 election and acquiring voter data from 18 states. The US intelligence community has previously concluded China did not interfere in the 2020 election, and Trump did not present evidence that China used the information to alter voting systems or influence outcomes.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Cyril Ramaphosa is applying to the High Court for an interdict to stop impeachment proceedings against him over the Phala Phala allegations, arguing that a public inquiry would cause irreparable harm to his reputation. The impeachment stems from a Section 89 independent panel's finding that Ramaphosa had a case to answer regarding the theft of $580,000 in cash hidden at his game farm.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and South Africa have advanced efforts to resolve their long-standing Orange River boundary dispute, with a joint committee of experts' report submitted to the fourth session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission. President Nandi-Ndaitwah described the report as an important milestone on a matter unresolved for more than three decades.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called on Namibia and South Africa to move beyond exporting raw materials, saying the two countries must stop "exporting opportunities while importing prosperity" and instead build regional value chains through beneficiation and industrialisation to create employment.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Lobito Corridor railway project, linking Angola's Atlantic coast to the Democratic Republic of Congo, has reached financial close on a US$753 million funding package to upgrade and expand the 1,300-kilometre transport route. Funding comprises US$553 million from the United States International Development Finance Corporation and US$200 million from the Development Bank of Southern Africa.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi hosted Botswana Vice President Ndaba Nkosinathi Gaolathe at the Port of Walvis Bay to reaffirm commitment to strengthening regional trade and economic integration through the Botswana Dry Port and Trans-Kalahari Corridor.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa co-chaired the Fourth Session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission in Pretoria, where the two countries committed to strengthening economic cooperation, expanding trade and investment, and advancing joint development initiatives in areas including energy security and infrastructure development.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
The long-standing Orange River boundary dispute between Namibia and South Africa remains unresolved despite renewed commitments and bilateral engagement. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed hope the issue will be resolved urgently to provide legal certainty for future generations at the closing of the Fourth Session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission in Pretoria.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for deeper economic cooperation between Namibia and South Africa in energy, trade and regional development while opening the Fourth Session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission Summit in Pretoria, and urged resolution of the long-standing Orange River boundary issue.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
An opinion piece argues that Namibian students' access to financial assistance should not be determined by whether their accredited institution is publicly or privately owned, yet notes that government must ensure funds are directed toward quality education and national priorities.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
African Public Relations Association president Arik Karani told the 2026 Effective Communicators Conference in Swakopmund that Africa must take control of its narrative instead of allowing others to portray the continent through stories of conflict, poverty and disaster, and that communication is a strategic leadership tool for building confidence and truthful stories.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that access to financial assistance from NSFAF should not depend on whether a student attends a public or private accredited institution, though full funding of all private universities raises concerns about public funds and quality control.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The African Public Relations Association president told communicators at Swakopmund's 2026 Effective Communicators Conference that Africa must tell its own stories to counter negative portrayals, emphasizing that poor communication allows rumours to shape public opinion and that speed and credibility are essential in the digital age.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →