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Friday, 7 August 2026
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Politics

  1. Raundjua Hengari appointed CRAN board vice-chair

    The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has appointed Raundjua Hengari as the new vice-chairperson of the board of directors.

    7 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

  2. Namibia, Serbia sign policing cooperation agreement

    Namibia and Serbia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance law enforcement cooperation in combating transnational crime including terrorism, drug trafficking, cybercrime, organised crime, human trafficking, and money laundering. The agreement was signed by Namibia's Minister of Home Affairs Lucia Iipumbu and Serbia's Deputy Prime Minister Ivica Dačić in Belgrade.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

  3. Madlanga Commission scrutinizes Johnson-Khan-Perumal corruption nexus

    The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has exposed connections between former Investigating Directorate Against Corruption head Andrea Johnson, suspended Crime Intelligence boss Feroz Khan, and suspended chief investigator Dylan Perumal in directing sensitive corruption investigations. Following damaging testimony, President Ramaphosa accepted Johnson's immediate resignation, and the Justice Minister suspended Perumal and two other senior Idac investigators after allegations of case manipulation, fabricated witness statements, and investigative power abuse.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  4. President sets 24-month deadline for SOE investment projects

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has directed state-owned enterprises to identify strategic investment projects ready for implementation within 24 months and specific reforms to unlock growth, saying she will "disrupt" government systems where necessary to remove barriers to delivery.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  5. Former NAC board members challenge minister's power to remove them

    Five members of the Namibia Airports Company Board of Directors, fired by Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi, have disputed the legality of their removal and defended their tenure, citing inherited financial and operational pressures including losses of N$111.7 million in 2020/2021 and N$93.7 million in 2022.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  6. IPC warns against rushed Namibia Air commercial launch

    The Independent Patriots for Change has raised concerns over Namibia Air's five-year Air Operating Licence, warning that the approval does not guarantee the airline's readiness to commence commercial operations. IPC shadow minister Nelson Kalangula cautioned against repeating failures of the former national carrier Air Namibia, questioning the government's timeline to launch commercial flights in December and distinguishing between an Air Operating Licence and an Air Operator Certificate.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  7. Nudo demands probe into electricity sector electrocution deaths

    A National Unity Democratic Organisation MP has called for an independent audit into a series of fatal electrocution incidents in the electricity sector, citing repeated workplace deaths at regional distributors and claiming eight fatalities have occurred in the sector over the past four years.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  8. President gives state enterprises 24 months to deliver results

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah told parastatals she will not accept long-term plans or bureaucratic delays, demanding instead tangible outcomes within 24 months and threatening personal intervention to remove obstacles to economic development.

    7 August 2026 · New Era →

  9. Former Namcor manager challenges Prosecutor General's jail appeal bid

    Cornelius Cedric Willemse, arrested in July 2025 in connection with an over N$400 million fraud and embezzlement case at the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia, has filed an application to stop the Prosecutor General's attempt to appeal against his bail grant. Willemse faces 10 charges including corruption and money laundering.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

  10. Young Namibians urged to sustain Geingob's governance legacy

    At the inaugural Dr Hage Geingob Town Hall Conversation at the University of Namibia, speakers called on young Namibians to become custodians of late President Geingob's governance legacy by strengthening institutions, defending constitutional values, and demanding accountable leadership. The newly established Dr Hage Geingob Presidential Centre aims to preserve Geingob's ideas through research, documentation, and public dialogue.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  11. IPC warns Namibia Air faces critical hurdles before commercial flights

    The Independent Patriots for Change cautions that Namibia Air's air operating licence should not be mistaken for approval to fly commercially, warning that regulatory, operational and financial requirements remain outstanding. The opposition party questions the government's target of launching flights by December, noting the licensing process has already taken eight months instead of the usual two.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  12. IPC queries legal basis of ACC chief's two-month extension

    Opposition politician Imms Nashinge has questioned the legality of outgoing Anti-Corruption Commission Director-General Paulus Noa's reported two-month tenure extension, arguing it bypassed Parliament and may constitute executive overreach. Nashinge says Parliament approved Bryan Eiseb as Noa's replacement and a one-year extension for deputy director general Erna van der Merwe in July 2026, but Noa's additional time was granted during parliamentary recess without parliamentary involvement as required by the Constitution and Anti-Corruption Act.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  13. City of Windhoek seeks eviction to complete Havana 4 Way intersection

    The City of Windhoek is pursuing a court eviction order to remove approximately 40 households occupying the community market area at the Havana 4 Way intersection site, in order to allow construction to proceed; the municipality has already relocated more than 100 households to Havana Extensions 8 and 11.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  14. NAC defends governance record amid vehicle scheme scrutiny

    The Namibia Airports Company has reaffirmed its commitment to good governance and transparency while responding to media reports and a ministry-initiated investigation into its vehicle scheme, recruitment processes, and procurement matters. NAC said it had fully cooperated with the Ministry of Works and Transport investigation and submitted detailed responses, but expressed concern that recent reports had not adequately reflected its submissions.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

Business

  1. Namibia's trade deficit widens to N$5.5 billion in June

    Namibia's trade deficit widened sharply to N$5.5 billion in June as imports reached a record N$18.3 billion, outpacing exports of N$12.9 billion. The June deficit represents a deterioration from the N$3.2 billion trade gap in May 2026 and contrasts with the N$669 million trade surplus recorded in June 2025.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Standard Bank warns of rising investment scams and online fraud

    Standard Bank Namibia has alerted the public to growing investment scams and online marketplace fraud, noting that criminals are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to exploit digital transactions and manipulate consumers into transferring money. The bank advises verifying the legitimacy of investment opportunities and online sellers before making payments.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  3. CPBN receives first Namibian CIPS ethics certification

    The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has become the first organisation in Namibia to receive the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Corporate Ethics Mark, awarded in Johannesburg on 5 August 2026. The certification recognises the CPBN's commitment to ethical governance, transparency and accountability in procurement after implementing ethics training and the CIPS Corporate Code of Ethics.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  4. Namibia Air receives operational licences from transport commissioner

    Namibia Air has been granted approval to operate scheduled and unscheduled air services by transport commissioner Joshua Kaumbi, with licences valid for five years from 6 August 2026. The airline still requires an Air Operator Certificate before commercial operations can begin, with the government targeting the first week of December for initial flights.

    7 August 2026 · New Era →

Mining & Energy

  1. Bank governor urges multi-agency coordination on oil and gas

    The Governor of the Bank of Namibia emphasized that success in the emerging oil and gas industry requires coordination among ministries, regulators, public institutions, financial institutions, energy companies, investors, and educational institutions. He noted that collaboration among regulators is particularly important because risks can spread across institutions and sectors, and that financial institutions must fully understand the sector to participate meaningfully.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Mining sector employed 20,798 people in 2025

    Chamber of Mines member companies employed 20,798 people during 2025, with 98% of permanent employees being Namibian citizens. Since 2013, mining companies invested approximately N$1.95 billion in corporate social investment projects and around N$1.82 billion in skills development and training between 2011 and 2025.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  3. BoN urges financial sector to build oil and gas expertise

    The Governor of the Bank of Namibia has called on the country's financial sector to strengthen its technical expertise, governance, and risk management capabilities to participate in Namibia's emerging oil and gas industry. He noted that opportunities extend beyond oil production into transport, logistics, engineering, and professional services, and that non-bank financial institutions like pension funds and insurers could also play a significant financing role.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  4. Nedbank Namibia emphasises mining sector partnership and growth

    Nedbank Namibia reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the country's mining sector through participation in the Namibia Chamber of Mines Mining Expo, where President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited the bank's stand and discussed the vital role of partnership, investment and sustainable growth in advancing Namibia's mining industry.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  5. Water availability identified as key constraint for //Kharas green hydrogen

    A Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment of green energy production in Namibia's Southern Corridor Development Initiative identifies water availability as the primary technical constraint for green hydrogen development in the //Kharas Region, with coastal areas using desalination and sites near the Neckartal Dam identified as most feasible for electrolysis facilities.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

Agriculture & Land

  1. Namibian Agriculture Minister calls for livestock value addition

    Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani has urged farmers in Aminuis and the Omaheke Region to move beyond primary livestock production and embrace value addition, stating that Namibia's agricultural growth depends on producers capturing more economic benefits along the livestock value chain and creating jobs and businesses in rural communities.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Agriculture ministry grapples with 2,120 staff vacancies

    The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform faces a shortage of 2,120 employees, leaving only 3,965 of 6,085 approved positions filled, creating obstacles to delivering agricultural, veterinary, land reform and water services.

    7 August 2026 · New Era →

Society

  1. Lüderitz mayor proposes debt relief for pensioners

    The Lüderitz mayor has proposed a relief programme that would wipe clean years of accumulated municipal debt for pensioners struggling to cover bills with their old-age grants.

    7 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

  2. Ministry unveils N$28bn education transformation roadmap

    The Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture Ministry has launched an ambitious roadmap to transform Namibia's education sector and expand youth opportunities.

    7 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

  3. Omaheke residents lack national identity documents

    Many residents of Du Plessis Plaas in Omaheke have been locked out of jobs and services for decades due to the lack of national identity documents.

    7 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

  4. Lutheran Church in Namibia ordains eleven new pastors

    The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia ordained eleven new pastors at a ceremony in the Omusati Region on Sunday, with six deployed to Western Diocese congregations and five to Eastern Diocese congregations. ELCIN, the largest Christian denomination in Namibia with over 800,000 members, is served by just over 140 pastors across approximately 125 congregations.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

  5. Namibia's youth unemployment rooted in readiness gap, not credentials

    Nearly a quarter of Namibians aged 18–35 hold post-secondary qualifications yet only 18% are in full-time employment, according to Afrobarometer data cited in the article. The author argues the real problem is a "readiness gap"—the distance between what curricula certify and what workplaces actually demand—rather than a lack of training or qualifications.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  6. Ongwediva to interrupt water supply Friday morning for maintenance

    Residents in Ongwediva Extensions four, six and seven will experience a two-hour planned water supply interruption from 10h00 to 12h00 on Friday to allow for installation of a new water connection at the Ongwediva Open Market.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  7. Woman with disability speaks on stigma, employment barriers

    Selma Niilenge, a 23-year-old Namibian woman with a disability, shared her experiences of stigma from healthcare professionals and challenges finding formal employment at a workshop organised by Young Feminist Movement Namibia, which addressed disability rights, reproductive health, gender-based violence and women's rights issues.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

  8. Namcol and Zimbabwe Open University sign education partnership

    The Namibian College of Open Learning (Namcol) and Zimbabwe Open University have formalised a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding to expand academic programmes, strengthen research, and create student and staff exchange opportunities in open and distance learning.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  9. Universities destroying Oshikwanyama by teaching in Oshindonga

    Namibian universities are harming the Oshikwanyama language by teaching Oshikwanyama courses in Oshindonga instead, confusing students enrolled to learn their mother tongue and causing exam failures.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  10. Woman founds kindergarten to honour slain wildlife ranger father

    Florencia Kaurianga established Little Rangers Academy, a kindergarten in Ehirovipuka Conservancy in Kunene region, in memory of her father Josef Kaurianga, who served as a wildlife ranger for 37 years. The academy currently serves 40 children aged 4–5 from surrounding communities and provides early childhood education in a remote area.

    7 August 2026 · New Era →

  11. Social Security Commission delays contribution increase to September

    The Social Security Commission has deferred the planned increase to the Maternity Leave, Sick Leave and Death Benefit Fund contribution ceiling from 1 March 2026 to 1 September 2026, due to delays in publishing requisite amendments in the Government Gazette. The increase will be phased in gradually over four financial years through 2029, with the maximum basic salary subject to contributions rising to N$16,000 by the 2028/2029 financial year.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  12. High Court upholds warrantless police search in crypto fraud case

    The High Court of Namibia has dismissed a challenge to a warrantless search and seizure conducted by police at the Buitepos border post in March 2024, involving businessman Coenraad Barend Nolte Botha and others suspected of fraud involving N$163 million. Judge Thomas Masuku ruled that the police were competent to investigate and that the seizure of electronic devices, financial records, and a cryptocurrency hardware wallet was lawful.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  13. NamPol seeks help locating missing Walvis Bay woman

    The Namibian Police is appealing for public assistance in finding 20-year-old Maandero Fredericks Kaura, who left her home in Tutaleni, Walvis Bay, on Saturday, 1 August 2026, to visit her cousin but never arrived. She sent a text message saying she was safe but has since not answered phone calls.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

Culture

  1. NACN awards N$1m in grants to 25 creatives

    The National Arts Council of Namibia has awarded N$1 million in funding to 25 creatives under the 2026 National Arts Fund Grant and Mobility Programme Cycle 2, selected from 55 applications.

    7 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

  2. Namibian data scientist publishes debut memoir to inspire youth

    Monica Tangeni-Omua, a Namibian philanthropist and data scientist, has published her debut book, A Village Girl with a Mighty God, a memoir drawing from her experiences growing up in Omundi village in northern Namibia amid poverty and loss. The book, launching at Avani Windhoek Hotel on 15 August with sold-out tickets, aims to encourage young people to persevere through life's challenges by reflecting how faith, resilience and personal growth shaped her journey to a corporate career.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Sport

  1. All Blacks defeat Stormers 38-21 with late tries

    New Zealand All Blacks secured a 38-21 win over the Stormers in their South African tour opener at Cape Town Stadium on Friday, scoring four tries in the final stages after the teams were tied at 14-14. The All Blacks will face the Springboks in four Tests after two more matches against local franchises.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Bayern Munich beats Aston Villa 2-1 in Hong Kong friendly

    Luis Diaz scored a spectacular goal to help Bayern Munich defeat Aston Villa 2-1 in a pre-season friendly in Hong Kong on Friday. Kim Min-jae opened the scoring for Bayern before Diaz added a dipping shot off the crossbar, with Joao Gomes pulling one back for Villa late in the match.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Al Ahly enters CAF Confederation Cup after Egyptian league third-place finish

    Record African club competition winners Al Ahly of Egypt will compete in the CAF Confederation Cup, the African equivalent of the UEFA Europa League, after finishing third in the Egyptian Premier League and missing direct qualification to the Champions League for the first time since 2003. The Cairo club, which has won 25 CAF titles, will face either Mogadishu City of Somalia or Kitara of Uganda in the second qualifying round.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  4. Mamelodi Sundowns face Wiliete in CAF Champions League defence

    South African club Mamelodi Sundowns, two-time African champions, are set to begin their CAF Champions League title defence against Wiliete of Angola after qualifying draws made in Cairo. Sundowns received a bye in the first qualifying round and will face either Wiliete or Foresters of the Seychelles in the second round.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  5. Wanderers and Grootfontein face difficult matches in rugby league

    Log leaders FNB Wanderers and FNB Grootfontein face tough encounters in the Namibia Rugby Premier League this weekend as teams battle to reach the knockout stages. Wanderers, leading on 51 points, host FNB Unam, who sit fifth on 31 points and have won three straight matches but remain seven points behind fourth-placed FNB Kudus.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  6. Mukungu to defend WBO Africa title in Rundu

    Boxer Martin "Alligator" Mukungu will headline a boxing event in Rundu on 17 October, where he will defend his WBO Africa junior lightweight title against Lucky Manyebane of South Africa. The event, organised by MTC Sunshine Boxing & Fitness Academy in partnership with Kavango East Regional Council, will feature musical performances and cultural displays.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  7. Real Madrid extend Vinicius contract, sign Diomande

    Real Madrid announced a six-year contract extension for forward Vinicius Junior through June 2032 and signed teenage winger Yan Diomande from Leipzig as the club aims to end a two-year trophy drought under manager Jose Mourinho.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  8. Bank of Namibia formally presents Olympic sprinter Frank Fredericks commemorative coin

    The Bank of Namibia formally handed over a 1996 commemorative silver coin to Olympic sprinter Frank Fredericks on 31 July, honouring his four Olympic silver medals and 30 years of achievements. The non-circulating N$10 coin, minted in his honour in 1996, features a cheetah symbolising speed and resilience alongside Namibia's coat of arms.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  9. Deputy sports minister praises Team Namibia's Commonwealth Games showing

    Deputy sport minister Dino Ballotti commended Namibia's 23-member team for their performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, where the country finished 29th overall and second in southern Africa. Ballotti said the medal haul could have been greater with more athletes competing and pledged preparations for future international events including the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  10. Marco van Wyk: Black Africa loyalty despite limited national caps

    Former SKW FC player of the year Marco van Wyk won multiple domestic competitions with Black Africa as a midfielder-striker but rarely played full matches for Namibia's national team, citing competition from players in South African professional leagues and timing as factors.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  11. Oshana Open chess tournament attracts record 89 players

    The ninth leg of the 2026 Bank Windhoek Grand Prix Series drew 89 players to the Oshana Open at Ongwediva, making it the largest Bank Windhoek Grand Prix event to date and reflecting growing appeal of chess across the country, particularly in northern Namibia.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  12. Namibia defends U/20 Barthes Trophy title in Uganda tournament

    Defending champion Namibia begins the Rugby Africa U/20 Barthes Trophy tournament by facing Tunisia on 10 August in Kampala, Uganda. The six-team continental competition runs 7–15 August with Kenya, Zimbabwe, Uganda, and Zambia also competing.

    7 August 2026 · New Era →

  13. Rundu hosts first professional boxing WBO title event

    Rundu will stage its first-ever professional boxing event on 17 October, featuring a WBO Title Defense Bonanza headlined by Martin Mukungu defending his WBO Africa Junior Lightweight title against South Africa's Lucky Mnyebane, alongside title fights for Fillipus Nghitumbwa and Mateus Heita. The academy's promoter described the event as a celebration of opportunity for Kavango region fighters to compete for world titles.

    7 August 2026 · New Era →

  14. Junior Welwitschias defeat Tunisia 11-6 in U20 tournament

    Namibia's defending champion U20 rugby team defeated Tunisia 11-6 in the 2026 Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy in Kampala, Uganda, overcoming a 6-0 half-time deficit to secure the opening victory.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

  15. Three Namibian boxers win medals at Glasgow Commonwealth Games

    Namibia's boxing team delivered medal success at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Tryagain Morning Ndevelo winning silver and Mischa Monique Araes and Philip Pumulo Mutakela Haoseb each claiming bronze. The athletes received a heroes' welcome at Hosea Kutako International Airport and were recognised with monetary rewards totalling N$195 000 under the government's sports reward policy.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  16. Oshana Open chess event attracts record 89 participants

    The Oshana Open drew 89 players to Ongwediva on 1 August, setting a new record for the Bank Windhoek Grand Prix Series and surpassing previous highs at Swakopmund (76), Keetmanshoop (66), and Walvis Bay (52). The event showcased competitors across Open, Women's, Junior, and Cadet sections, with Evans Chitula, Mariska Greyling, Fabner Naboth, and Erick Festus winning their respective categories.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  17. Namibia announces 12-athlete team for Youth Olympic Games

    The Namibia National Olympic Committee announced a team of 12 athletes competing in seven sport codes for the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal from 31 October to 13 November, accompanied by eight coaches and technical officials and three team management and support staff.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  18. Namibia to host T20 tri-series with South Africa, Zimbabwe

    Cricket Namibia will host the FNB T20 Tri-Series between Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe at the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek from 28 August to 6 September, followed by three ODIs between Namibia and South Africa. The tournament is led by Cricket South Africa and Zimbabwe Cricket in partnership with Cricket Namibia to strengthen African cricket collaboration and will serve as a foundation for the launch of the Africa Cup in 2027.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  19. Namibia Sport Commission apologizes for incorrect dummy cheques artwork

    The Namibia Sport Commission issued a public apology for presenting dummy cheques to boxing athletes returning with medals from the 2026 Commonwealth Games, saying the cheques were incorrectly printed with International Olympic Committee and NNOC artwork instead of approved Ministry artwork.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  20. South Africa coach respects Argentina threat despite recent losses

    South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks face a "massive challenge" against Argentina on Saturday, describing them as a quality, well-coached team that has tested South Africa in recent years, despite Argentina's poor recent form including losses to Scotland and England.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

  21. Namibia faces Kenya in U20 Barthés Trophy final

    Namibia will face Kenya in the final of the 2026 Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy after both teams won their semi-finals in Kampala, Uganda. The Junior Welwitschias defeated Tunisia 11-6, while Kenya beat Zimbabwe 35-23, setting up a title decider between Africa's two most successful junior rugby nations.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

Tourism & Environment

  1. Emirates and SAA expand codeshare to nine cities

    Emirates and South African Airways have expanded their codeshare partnership to enable access to nine cities, including three domestic South African routes and six regional routes spanning the Democratic Republic of Congo, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The reciprocal agreement allows Emirates to place its code on SAA-operated flights, extending network connectivity across central and southern Africa.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Cape Town drafts short-term rental bylaw to regulate Airbnb-style lettings

    Cape Town's draft Short-Term Letting By-Law reclassifies Airbnb-style rentals as commercial, raising rates and requiring registration. The policy aims to address competition for inner-city housing between foreign visitors and local renters, with Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis agreeing that full-time short-term rental operators should face the same regulatory requirements as hotels.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

World & Region

  1. Windhoek delegation attends international transport summit in Moscow

    The City of Windhoek is participating in the 5th International Transport Summit in Moscow, Russia, which brings together more than 140 delegates from 43 cities to discuss solutions to urban congestion, population growth, and sustainable mobility systems. The city said the summit provides an opportunity to learn global best practices and develop a modern, efficient transport system for Windhoek.

    7 August 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Trump denies US munitions shortage, vows prosecution of leakers

    President Donald Trump denied reports of a US munitions shortage, stating the country has "massive amounts" and is manufacturing more, while vowing "long term jail sentences" for those suspected of leaking information. Iran's Defence Minister responded by asserting the country's indigenous weapons technology is superior and that Iran is equipped to respond to any threat.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Opinion

  1. Presidential Task Force submits housing and land report

    The Presidential Task Force on Land, Housing and Sanitation submitted its report to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndeitwah on 31 March 2026, following months of consultations.

    7 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

  2. MVA Fund CEO discusses formation of leaders through experience

    According to Rosalia Martins-Hausiku, CEO of the MVA Fund, leaders are shaped rather than born, through faith, work ethic, and positive attitude.

    7 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →

  3. Has Africa preserved Samora Machel's vision of struggle?

    An analysis argues that while African nations invoke the slogan "A Luta Continua" ("The Struggle Continues") at celebrations and rallies, they often treat it as ceremonial rhetoric rather than as a philosophy for building prosperous, just, and self-reliant nations—the deeper meaning Samora Machel intended when he warned that defeating colonialism would be easier than creating lasting institutional and economic strength.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  4. NAC board dismissal raises governance questions beyond one enterprise

    An editorial examines the dismissal of the Namibia Airports Company board by Minister Veikko Nekundi, arguing the dispute highlights broader questions about whether political authority should override institutional governance in state-owned enterprises. The former board members defend their record, citing a return to profitability and unqualified audit opinions, while asserting the case tests government's adherence to the rule of law.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  5. Pedestrian bridges should prioritise safety and design

    An opinion piece argues that while pedestrian bridges are preferable to speed humps for B1 crossings, their design must prevent them from becoming crime hotspots by being wide, open, and visible, possibly incorporating informal trade and public activity to ensure they remain attractive and safe alternatives to road crossing.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

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