Namibia Minute.
Friday, 7 August 2026
Namibia’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Friday, 7 August 2026
Windhoek—:—London—:—New York—:—Beijing—:—
Home All stories from today — updates as new items land

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.

    4 hours ago · Namibian Sun →

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.

    4 hours ago · 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.

    4 hours ago · 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.

    4 hours ago · Namibian Sun →

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.

    4 hours ago · Namibian Sun →

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.

    4 hours ago · 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.

    4 hours ago · Namibian Sun →

Namibia Minute