Opposition leaders say Namibia should expand its national honours criteria to recognise contributions of ordinary citizens and diverse leaders beyond those from the liberation struggle, 36 years after independence.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Opposition leaders say Namibia should expand its national honours criteria to recognise contributions of ordinary citizens and diverse leaders beyond those from the liberation struggle, 36 years after independence.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Asoli Progressive Party has joined the African Democratic Alliance for Freedom and Progress, a continental political alliance founded in February with 46 members from 24 African countries. Party president Josef Kauandenge said the membership will allow Asoli to participate in continental activities and learn from established political parties.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The mental health bill has passed its final hurdle in the National Council without amendments and will now be sent to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for consideration under the Namibian Constitution.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has mourned the death of liberation struggle veteran and workers' rights advocate Helao Joseph Shityuwete, who died on 29 August 2026 days after his 92nd birthday. The President described him as a courageous patriot whose life was marked by sacrifice and commitment to Namibia's liberation and workers' rights, noting he was imprisoned on Robben Island and continued serving through writing and labour advocacy.
30 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has mourned the death of liberation struggle veteran and workers' rights advocate Helao Joseph Shityuwete, who died on 29 August 2026 shortly after celebrating his 92nd birthday. Nandi-Ndaitwah described Shityuwete as a distinguished Namibian and lifelong champion of workers' rights who endured imprisonment on Robben Island and contributed through writing and advocacy for the liberation struggle.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
MTC's data adviser said the mobile operator does not steal customer data and charges consumption-based on actual usage. He attributed rapid data depletion to video streaming on platforms like YouTube and TikTok, and advised customers to reduce video quality or use data-saving features.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
RMB Namibia has appointed Rehabeam 'Ray' Auala Jr as head of global markets effective 1 June, as the bank strengthens its market and risk management offering amid growing demand for foreign exchange, risk management solutions, and capital markets services. Auala Jr brings over 12 years' experience within FirstRand Namibia group across financial accounting, treasury, and global markets.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The administration is ramping up efforts to help government and state-owned enterprises realise their potential, with SOEs now required to rigorously account for and deliver productive outcomes after receiving treasury bail-outs and support with little strategic oversight. The government is particularly betting on mining and agriculture sectors to boost state revenue.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia has implemented Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) criteria in its procurement bidding process, requiring bidders to submit CSR proposals equivalent to not less than 0.1% of the contract amount. The first implementation saw West Trading JV Unik Construction Engineering Namibia donate blankets, school uniforms, and sanitary pads valued at N$64,886.51 to the Bethanie community.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
Norwegian energy major Equinor has acquired a 17.4% participating interest in Petroleum Exploration Licence 90 (PEL 90) offshore Namibia and expressed optimism about the potential for a significant oil discovery in the Orange Basin, with a drill-ready prospect scheduled for testing later this year.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia anticipates weaker real growth from the sector in 2026, with lower production across gold, zinc, and diamonds, though strong uranium and gold prices are expected to support revenues and export earnings. The near-term picture reflects weaker production growth but comparatively resilient value generation as the industry transitions towards a broader production base.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine's revenue from uranium sales rose 71% to US$304.3 million in the year ended 30 June 2026, with production volumes increasing 61% to 4.82 million pounds of uranium oxide and the average realised price rising to US$70 per pound. The Namibia operation generated US$45.5 million in profit before income tax and finance costs, compared with a loss in the previous year.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, speaking at the Offshore Northern Seas Summit in Norway, urged international investors to explore Namibia's emerging oil and gas opportunities, noting that the country has moved beyond exploration to the development phase with recent discoveries in the Orange Basin including Venus, where partners plan a floating production system with approximately 160,000 barrels per day capacity.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Ongandjera Traditional Authority has transferred over 60 hectares of fertile land to the government to enhance agricultural production and national food security, with allocations of 9.9 hectares at Olupelengwa and 50.5 hectares at Onamatanga in the Omusati region. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare described the government-traditional authority partnership as a model for transforming available land into productive farming areas and contributing to food security.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Farmer and businessman Johnny Hanekom died in a microlight crash on one of his farms on Sunday morning. The Namibia Farming Community and Helmeringhausen Boerevereniging paid tribute to Hanekom as a respected and dedicated agricultural contributor.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia allocated N$24.8 billion (23.4% of national budget, 8.9% of GDP) to education in 2025/26, but most funds go to salaries and operations rather than infrastructure and programmes. Despite investment, a 2024 Afrobarometer survey found 62% of respondents said the government was handling educational needs 'very/fairly badly', and attainment data show most grades cluster at D and E levels.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The San community in Bwabwata National Park, Zambezi region, says family members die while waiting for ambulances during medical emergencies. After three men were hit by a vehicle in August, one 90-year-old pensioner died while waiting five hours for an ambulance to arrive from Katima Mulilo, located 170–202 km away.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian police say fraudsters recruit vulnerable people to register SIM cards using their identities, which are then used for fraud in urban areas. Police inspector Petrus Sakaria warned against allowing others to register SIM cards using personal details, citing cases involving fake wallet scams, investment scams, and identity theft.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
A man, Paulu Katombera (23), died after allegedly being stabbed in the neck with a broken beer bottle by Antonio Ngeve (29), his alleged romantic partner, at a mini market in Rundu's Ndama area on Saturday. Ngeve was arrested and remanded in custody pending police investigations.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that mental health requires intentional discipline alongside professional care, noting that stigma—particularly among men—discourages help-seeking. The author proposes building mental resilience through practices like facing difficult situations and physical exertion, while acknowledging that access to professional mental healthcare remains limited by cost and shortage of trained professionals.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Construction has begun on an early childhood development centre at Kyeracan in the Zambezi region, built partly with 15 000 bricks residents moulded three years ago. The project, implemented with Atenu Developments and funded by the Palms for Life Fund, will accommodate 60 children upon completion.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Namibia Broadcasting Corporation cameraman Lamech Mwanyangapo has died, with NBC board chairperson Lazarus Jacobs describing him as a hardworking and compassionate colleague who continued working despite battling cancer and devoted effort to supporting others affected by the disease.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian pupil Tironnen Kadhikwa (14) returned from a 10-day expedition to the North Pole in early August, travelling on the nuclear icebreaker 50 Years of Victory as a winner of a science competition organised by Russian state atomic energy company Rosatom. During the voyage from Murmansk to the North Pole, Kadhikwa attended lectures on nuclear reactors and said the experience deepened his interest in science and nuclear energy.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Police Force reported the discovery of three lifeless bodies in different parts of the country over the weekend: a 48-year-old man found near the railway line in Walvis Bay with no visible injuries, a 22-year-old man found beside a road in Windhoek who succumbed to his injuries, and a 25-year-old man found near Otjiwanda Mall in Grootfontein.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
A well-known farmer and businessman from Maltahöhe died in a microlight crash on one of his farms this morning, according to Namibian Police.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Northern Region of the Anglican Christian Youth Association will hold its annual conference this week at the Holy Spirit Parish in Oshandi Village, Ohangwena Region, featuring youth choirs, cultural performances, Bible study, and a Christian song competition.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian newspaper, first published on 30 August 1985 under Gwen Lister, celebrates 41 years of operations despite firebombings, teargas attacks, and political intimidation during apartheid. The publication emphasises its continued commitment to independent journalism and appeals for reader support amid global media financial struggles.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Bruno Fernandes scored three goals as Manchester United defeated Ipswich 5-2 in the Premier League, bouncing back from an earlier 2-0 loss to Hull. Chelsea also won 4-3 against Brighton in a thrilling match on Sunday.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe scored as Real Madrid defeated Malaga 4-0 at home on Sunday, extending their perfect start to La Liga under Jose Mourinho. Bellingham opened the scoring after 19 minutes, and Arda Guler added a fourth late in the match.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Enric Mas won Sunday's mountainous ninth stage of the Vuelta a Espana and extended his overall lead to 1min 18sec over Primoz Roglic, a day after five-time Tour de France winner Tadej Pogacar crashed out of the race with a broken collarbone.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Australia scored twice in the first 11 minutes and held on to beat Argentina 27–21 in San Salvador de Jujuy on Saturday, extending coach Les Kiss's unbeaten record to three consecutive wins.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Bundesliga newcomers Elversberg, from a town of 13,000, defeated defending champions Bayer Leverkusen 3-2 at home in their first top-flight game. Dortmund also won 2-0 against Hamburg in Saturday's late match, though Greece midfielder Giannis Konstantelias suffered a potentially serious injury.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South African rugby legend Joggie Jansen, 78, died after suffering a suspected heart attack during a church service in Otjiwarongo on Sunday. Jansen represented South Africa in 10 Test matches between 1970 and 1972 and was renowned for his defensive abilities, including a famous tackle against New Zealand that became part of Springbok folklore.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
Activist Michael Amushelelo launched a petition to have US Ambassador John Giordano declared persona non grata, citing concerns about American interest in Namibia's oil, gas, and critical minerals amid worries about foreign interference in the country's sovereignty and resources. The petition, which received over 500 signatures, will be forwarded to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and the US are negotiating new health sector funding to determine the future of HIV financing in the country, with negotiations intensifying since US President Donald Trump's return to power and the dismantling of USAID. The talks are contentious over data-sharing provisions, with recipient countries concerned that deals tie health aid to data access and critical minerals, though a US government source claims negotiations do not include sharing of personally identifiable data.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
An editorial argues that while Namibia has achieved political progress since independence, economic inequality remains stark, with a small elite controlling disproportionate wealth while many citizens face poverty and unemployment. The piece contends that genuine national development requires an economy that improves living standards for all citizens, especially the historically excluded, consistent with Article 95 of the Constitution.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
An editorial argues that Memoranda of Understanding do not constitute binding agreements and typically bypass parliamentary scrutiny, and that Namibia should focus on measurable economic outcomes rather than ceremonial "signing" events with other countries.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian criticizes the allocation of 1.8 hectares of prime Windhoek land for State House expansion while 300,000 families nationwide wait for serviced land and the majority of the workforce earns less than N$5,000 monthly in a housing market where average homes cost over N$1.4 million.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →