Kapako constituency councillor Augustinus Kupembona has criticised a lack of government action on census data that accurately portrays Kavango West's widespread poverty.
8 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Kapako constituency councillor Augustinus Kupembona has criticised a lack of government action on census data that accurately portrays Kavango West's widespread poverty.
8 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa has rejected Divundu Village Council's appeal to renew CEO Athanasius Ndjamba Maghumbo's five-year contract, citing concerns about his performance, financial management and compliance with statutory reporting requirements including budgets, audit reports and financial statements.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has warned that Namibia's public-service recruitment system risks being undermined by tribalism, favouritism and corruption, alleging that some jobs are decided before interview panels meet and that some applicants have paid panel members for positions. He also raised concerns about some divisions and departments being dominated by people from the same linguistic group, and urged HR practitioners to ensure diversity when appointing panels and staff.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa has rejected Divundu Village Council's appeal to renew CEO Athanasius Ndjamba Maghumbo's five-year contract, stating his decision will not change regardless of appeals. An activist alleges Maghumbo himself drafted the council's appeal letter and instructed councillors to sign it.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Minister of urban and rural development James Sankwasa has rejected the Divundu Village Council's request to renew chief executive Athanasius Maghumbo's contract for another five years, citing failure to submit required budgets, audit reports and financial statements, and overall performance not meeting required standards. The council has appealed the decision, disputing the assertion about budget submission failures.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Independent Patriots for Change defended its walkout from the National Assembly, saying it aims to block decisions the party disagrees with—specifically the proposed appointment of Gerson Sindano as Electoral Commission chairperson. Mouton argued that Sindano's reported ties to Swapo compromise the ECN's independence, and that the opposition's increased representation enables it to withhold the 49-member quorum needed for voting.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Ministry of International Relations and Trade confirmed receiving communication from the United States regarding the country's position on the International Criminal Court, amid reports that the US is seeking to persuade African countries to withdraw from the ICC. The ministry reaffirmed Namibia's commitment to the Rome Statute and said differences relating to the ICC are best addressed through established legal, diplomatic and multilateral channels, without disclosing the contents of the US communication.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Kalimbo Iipumbu, the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters leader, told The Namibian that parliament's growing dysfunction cannot be blamed on speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila alone, as the speaker, Cabinet ministers, and MPs all have constitutional duties. Iipumbu said ministers must arrive prepared to defend bills and policies, and that bills introduced without sufficient consultation compromise the quality of law-making.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board are inviting Namibian businesses to register for B2B matchmaking meetings with a Wallonian business delegation on 1 October 2026 at Windhoek Country Club Resort, aimed at creating commercial partnerships, technology transfers, and investment linkages across sectors including mining, renewable energy, manufacturing, and agriculture.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Savanna Beef Processors Limited shareholders approved all resolutions at their fourth annual general meeting on 13 August 2026, including adoption of annual financial statements for the year ended 28 February 2026, appointment of auditors, and board appointments. The company reminded shareholders and cattle suppliers of the 31 August 2026 deadline for Quarter 3 slaughter bookings covering September to November 2026.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
City Lodge Hotels, which operates the 147-room Town Lodge Windhoek, expects adjusted headline earnings per share to increase between 13% and 24% for the financial year ended 30 June 2026, with adjusted HEPS ranging between 39.1 cents and 42.9 cents compared with 34.6 cents in FY2025, underpinned by stronger underlying operating performance.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Standard Bank of South Africa has secured a listing on the JSE for R200 million in senior unsecured floating rate indexed notes, scheduled to mature on 8 December 2026. The issue brings the total value of notes under Standard Bank's Structured Note Programme to approximately R127.08 billion.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A World Bank transport specialist visiting Namibia said the country's railway and logistics systems require infrastructure investment, policy reform, regulation and commercial restructuring to unlock their potential. The sector is constrained by underinvestment, institutional challenges and competition from road transport, and rehabilitation alone will not be sufficient without a viable commercial strategy.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia is establishing two to three pilot sites to test Low Earth Orbit satellite technology in underserved areas, including commercial and communal agricultural land and a community project. The regulator discussed the proposal with Namibia's four farmers' unions and established a Universal Service Fund in December 2024 to support infrastructure construction in areas lacking telecommunications access.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa in Namibia is running an "Under the Cap" promotion from September to December 2026, offering consumers a share of N$1 million in cash prizes, including weekly prizes of N$5,000 and a grand prize of N$50,000, with entry via a code under bottle caps.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Securities Exchange has been approved by members to demutualise, converting from a private association of rights holders to a public company with share capital. This change separates ownership from membership, ending the current requirement that ownership stakes be tied to trading rights on the exchange.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian producer Neuras Wine & Wildlife Estate won double gold for its triple distilled brandy 2023 at the 2026 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards in Cape Town, recognised through blind judging by local and international industry specialists.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's government and fishing industry stakeholders met at a three-day National Fisheries Indaba in Walvis Bay to discuss a turnaround strategy centred on transparency, accountability, job creation, local processing and sustainable fish stock management, with reforms expected to begin implementation within a year.
8 September 2026 · New Era →
A Windhoek High Court judge ordered immigration authorities to release seven Indian citizens employed by diamond-cutting company Brilliant Star Diamonds Namibia, who were detained as alleged prohibited immigrants. The men were arrested after immigration officials and police asked for employment permits at their workplace, but one employee stated he holds a valid permit expiring in December 2027 and disputed their prohibited immigrant status.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Multichoice Namibia is preparing to overhaul DStv's package structure in South Africa following Canal+'s takeover, with a new sport-only offering expected to cost from R399 a month and focus on football, cricket, and news. The South African revamp is expected to introduce five new bouquets—Starter, Select, Sport, Movies & Series, and Premium—though it remains unclear whether these changes will be introduced in Namibia.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A cross-border investigation into alleged illegal coal mining in South Africa has resulted in the freezing of N$49.4 million in Namibian bank accounts linked to South African businessman Jacobus Hosea Jordaan and associated entities. The Namibian High Court confirmed the preservation order on 31 August 2026, relating to approximately 270,000 tonnes of coal valued at roughly N$264 million allegedly extracted from a South African farm between November 2021 and September 2023.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Development Bank of Namibia has invested more than N$1.58 billion in clean energy projects since its inception, supporting 81.6 megawatts of clean energy capacity. The DBN was named winner of the Green Financial Services/Institution category at the 5th Namibia Sustainable Development Awards.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
At a Fisheries Indaba in Walvis Bay, stakeholders including the CEO of Namibia's Fisheries Observer Agency called on the Fisheries Ministry to base Total Allowable Catch decisions on scientific data and evidence. An Associate Professor of Fisheries Science noted that several key fish stocks remain below biomass targets with rebuilding efforts falling behind schedule, yet TAC determinations continue to exceed scientific recommendations.
8 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Southern Africa Regional Climate Outlook Forum has forecast below-normal rainfall over Namibia for the 2026/27 season.
8 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A severe El Niño forming in the Pacific Ocean could bring punishing heat and drought to southern Africa while triggering excessive rainfall and flooding in parts of the east, threatening harvests, water supplies, and electricity generation. A climatologist warns governments must repair water infrastructure, prepare food-security programmes, and strengthen disaster-response systems before the crisis takes hold.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Meteorological Service warns of below-normal rainfall and temperatures up to 3°C above average for the 2026/27 season, driven by an intensifying El Niño expected to create conditions similar to the severe 2015/16 season. NOAA forecasts a 69% chance that October–December 2026 becomes the strongest El Niño since 1950, with above 90% probability of a very strong El Niño during the 2026/27 season.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Rapidly intensifying El Niño conditions are expected to bring above-average temperatures and below-average rainfall across Namibia from October 2026 to March 2027, according to the Namibia Meteorological Service. Sea surface temperature anomalies have risen to 1.8°C as of mid-August, with major global climate prediction centres expecting the El Niño event to potentially exceed 3.0°C, placing it in the 'very strong' category.
8 September 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Meteorological Services forecasts above-average temperatures and below-normal rainfall from October 2026 to March 2027, driven by rapidly intensifying El Niño conditions in the Pacific Ocean. Maximum temperature anomalies are projected to reach about 1°C above average over eastern areas and up to 2°C above normal in the extreme south-east.
8 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibian fisheries sector stakeholders gathered at the Fisheries Indaba in Walvis Bay to call for the Fisheries Ministry to consider ocean ecosystem data—including changes in biodiversity, ocean chemistry, and acidification—when setting the country's Total Allowable Catch, noting that ecosystem factors are currently overlooked despite policy obligations.
8 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia has contracted South African firm AfriCompliance to accredit 15 truck disinfection facilities in South Africa to prevent foot-and-mouth disease transmission through livestock vehicles returning from deliveries. The accreditation will ensure facilities comply with biosecurity standards and effective cleaning procedures as part of Namibia's efforts to reduce FMD introduction risk.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The University of Namibia Council has begun its tenure, with education minister Sanet Steenkamp calling for strong governance, accountability and a clear distinction in leadership roles.
8 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Five men were arrested in two separate drug operations conducted by police and the anti-stock theft unit in Gibeon last weekend.
8 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Parliamentarian Willem Amutenya says Namibia should shift its vocational training system to develop young entrepreneurs capable of building businesses rather than merely seeking employment. He called for TVET institutions to become engines of innovation, production and rural industrialisation, with workshops transformed into production centres and a national innovation seed fund established to support young innovators.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Erongo governor Nathalia |Goagoses urged businesses to stop selling tobacco products and called for stronger laws to protect children and young people from tobacco and nicotine products, including electronic cigarettes and vaping products. She stressed that law enforcement needs stronger powers to prosecute offenders and that legislation alone will not be enough, requiring cooperation.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Seven Indian employees of Brilliant Star Diamonds have approached the High Court challenging their detention following an immigration operation at the company's premises on September 2, seeking their immediate release and review of detention notices issued under the Immigration Control Act. The company director denies aiding illegal employment and says the workers held valid immigration permits endorsed in their passports.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Pupils in Ohangwena will receive sexual and reproductive health education, STI screenings and anti-gender-based violence services through a four-day campaign running 8–11 September across four schools in the region. The initiative, launched by the Dune Seven Community Foundation, also includes hygiene awareness and involves the One Economy Foundation, Walvis Bay Corridor Group, and two government ministries.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Naomi Fisch, 33, was arrested on Saturday after police recovered 15 units of suspected crack cocaine and N$5,100 in cash during an undercover operation in Rehoboth. She was denied bail in the Rehoboth Magistrate's Court, less than six months after her previous release.
8 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia recorded 6,304 gender-based violence cases during the 2025/26 financial year, with Ohangwena accounting for 654 cases—the highest of any region—according to statistics released by Acting Namibia Police Inspector General Major General Anne-Marie Nainda. The country has recorded over 6,000 GBV cases annually for the past three financial years.
8 September 2026 · New Era →
About 10 to 15 babies are treated for malnutrition daily at the Witvlei Clinic in Omaheke, with poverty and lack of stable household income leaving families unable to provide adequate food.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
An independent meteorologist has warned Namibia's authorities not to delay strengthening health-sector preparedness as El Niño conditions are expected to strengthen from October, potentially bringing drought, extreme temperatures, and water and food insecurity. The Namibia Meteorological Service forecasts rainfall deficits and temperature rises of up to 3°C in some areas between January and March, though the meteorologist cautioned against assuming El Niño will automatically cause severe drought across the country.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Works and Transport has unveiled 13 proposed requirements to tighten regulation of driving schools, including compulsory formal training, testing and certification for instructors. The proposals are expected to come into effect on 1 April 2027.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's health ministry launched a digital disability assessment system, but advocates warn that poor rural connectivity, inadequate equipment, limited digital skills, and lack of follow-up support could create barriers—particularly in remote areas. The Namibian Organisation of Youth with Disabilities calls for alternatives for people without smartphones or reliable internet access, and for clear pathways linking assessments to actual support services.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Youth Council of Namibia faced unruly scenes during its general assembly in Swakopmund in June, including physical confrontations, injuries, teargas use, and property damage. The incident has prompted questions about whether the council is fulfilling its mandate to promote youth development and serve as a bridge between government and young Namibians.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Romanda Hombir, 27, was crowned Miss World Africa at the 73rd Miss World pageant in Vietnam. Hombir, a clinical audiologist from South Africa, said she hoped her achievement would shine a spotlight on Africa's efforts to create better opportunities for its people.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Afropop artist Tate Buti has defended his participation in an upcoming "Night of Worship" gospel show in Kavango West, as religious leaders and the public debate whether non-gospel musicians should perform on church stages. The September event will feature both gospel artists and secular performers including Gazza and Tequila, prompting social media criticism about whether the gathering is meant for spiritual worship or entertainment.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Theatre of Namibia is casting for 'Lammie Beukes', a celebrated Afrikaans-language theatre production written by Reverend Severius Majiedt. Auditions take place in Windhoek on 10 and 11 September and in Lüderitz on 17 September, with performances scheduled for 27 and 28 November in Lüderitz.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Thirty years after rapper Tupac Shakur's murder at age 25, his influence persists throughout Africa, particularly among marginalised communities. A criminologist's ethnographic research on Cape Town's Cape Flats found that for poor young men living in gang-affected areas, Tupac represents a symbol of dignity and resilience against physical threats and social disempowerment.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Lazio came from behind to defeat Udinese 2-1 on Monday, remaining unbeaten after three Serie A games. The Italian side scored multiple goals for the first time this season and joined Roma and Inter Milan with 100 percent records.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland scored twice in Manchester City's 2-0 Champions League victory over Porto, with his second goal in stoppage time making him City's third highest goalscorer of all-time on 167 goals.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid beat Inter Milan 2-1 in a Champions League opener at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Kylian Mbappe and Fede Valverde scoring in the first half before Carlos Augusto replied for Inter in the second.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Zheng Qinwen defeated Iga Swiatek in a comeback victory to reach the US Open quarter-finals, where she will face Elena Rybakina. Men's top seed Alexander Zverev also advanced safely to the last eight.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia National Olympic Committee CEO Anri Parker has called for southern African sport bodies to strengthen regional cooperation and resource sharing at an Anoca Zone VI seminar in Eswatini. She said National Olympic Committees should move beyond operating independently to establish coordinated systems, including sharing expertise, facilities, training and specialist services.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Matias Simon won the elite men's category in 29 minutes and 40 seconds, while Tuuli Angala claimed the elite women's title in 35 minutes and 50 seconds at Sunday's Nedbank Citi Dash in Windhoek. Petrus Nuule and Martha Samuel won the under-18 men's and women's categories respectively.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Fixtures have been confirmed for the TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Cosafa Qualifier in Mozambique, taking place from September 18-27, 2026, with 12 teams divided into three groups of four competing for regional honours.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Nedbank Citi Dash brought competitive and recreational runners together in Windhoek on 6 September for a morning of road running, featuring 10km and 5km fun runs alongside a 10km elite competition. The 168-athlete elite run comprised 116 men and 52 women, with Matias Simon winning the men's category in 29 minutes and 40 seconds.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian referee Antsino Twanyanyukwa has been appointed to officiate at the ongoing FIFA Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland, where she refereed a match between Japan and New Zealand on Sunday. The appointment adds to her 2026 international assignments, which have included the CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
8 September 2026 · New Era →
The sixth edition of the Nedbank Citi Dash brought competitive athletes and recreational runners together for road running in Windhoek on Sunday, featuring a 10 km Elite Run and 10 km and 5 km fun runs. The Elite Run attracted 168 athletes, with Matias Simon winning the men's title in 29 minutes 40 seconds and Tuuli Angala winning the women's category in 35 minutes 50 seconds.
8 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia will face South Africa in a three-match ODI series starting Wednesday, 9 September at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, with matches also scheduled for 11 and 13 September. The series follows the recent T20I Tri-Series, where Namibia recorded the highest T20I total by an Associate nation against a Full Member side with 217/3.
8 September 2026 · Informanté →
A potentially strong El Niño is expected to strengthen, with the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration placing a greater than 90% chance of a very strong event during the Northern Hemisphere autumn and winter of 2026/27, prompting calls for African governments to prepare for impacts on food security, water supplies, public health and electricity generation. Southern Africa faces increased risk of drought and extreme heat, while parts of East Africa could experience above-normal rainfall and flooding.
8 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian Sun editorial addresses confusion over a reported denial of access to US Ambassador John Giordano at last week's fisheries indaba in Walvis Bay, calling for clarity rather than lingering uncertainty.
8 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
An opinion piece argues that those seeking restorative justice for the Ovaherero and Nama genocide lack clear understanding of what restorative justice means and entails, despite widespread calls for reparations rooted in extermination orders issued by German colonial authorities in 1904 and against the Nama on 22 April.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
US Ambassador John Giordano was denied entry to the Walvis Bay Town Hall where President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah attended the National Fisheries Indaba. An opinion piece argues that as a national meeting on fisheries governance, foreign diplomats should not automatically have access without invitation or authorisation.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The article argues that Namibia hosts frequent entrepreneurship events and procurement initiatives, but small businesses remain locked out by barriers like audited financial statement requirements and heavy collateral demands, risking redistribution of opportunities among established players rather than genuine economic growth.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →