The Grootfontein municipality is expected to have a substantive chief executive officer from 1 October, after a three-year wait. The successful candidate's name has not yet been announced.
10 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Grootfontein municipality is expected to have a substantive chief executive officer from 1 October, after a three-year wait. The successful candidate's name has not yet been announced.
10 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda has tabled a notice in the National Assembly questioning whether honorary PhDs are being used to reward political connections rather than recognise genuine contributions to society. Amupanda raised concerns that younger politicians may be lobbying university vice chancellors for honorary doctorates based on limited activities, and noted that several African countries have introduced restrictions on honorary degrees while Namibia currently has none.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Parliament has approved the appointment of Gerson Sindano as chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Namibia after opposition MPs walked out. Swapo's 48 members and one vote from UDF deputy president Nico Somaeb secured the appointment despite walkouts by opposition parties including the IPC, LPM, AR, NEFF, Nudo, NDP, and PDM.
10 September 2026 · New Era →
Auleria Wakudumo Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda has submitted a parliamentary question calling for tighter regulation of honorary doctorates in Namibia, warning that the growing practice could undermine genuine PhD qualifications and suggesting other African countries have introduced regulatory measures to prevent political weaponisation and fraudulent use.
10 September 2026 · New Era →
Affirmative Repositioning (AR) will approach the High Court to challenge the recommendation and approval of Gerson Sindano as ECN chairperson, accusing Swapo and UDF of violating the Constitution and Electoral Act. AR objects to the appointment process, citing denial of access to records by AR MPs while another MP received unrestricted access, and argues Sindano's nine-month term contradicts the Constitution's prescribed five-year term.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Arandis Town Council has agreed to pay businessman Simon Shaninga N$95,292.81 to settle a High Court dispute over money paid in connection with a contested property lease, comprising N$74,375.40 in full settlement plus N$20,917.41 in legal costs, to be paid within 30 days after the settlement agreement is made an order of the High Court.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus has urged government institutions to communicate as a single state rather than separate ministries and agencies, emphasizing that citizens perceive the government as one entity and that government communication carries significant influence requiring authentic, verified and credible information.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A Windhoek man found naked in State House in April has been ordered detained in a mental hospital or correctional facility with mental services pending a presidential decision on his release. A psychiatric evaluation concluded he is not fit to stand trial and cannot be held accountable for his actions.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The government will accord liberation struggle veteran and former Robben Island prisoner Helao Shityuwete a state funeral in recognition of his contribution to Namibia's independence. Shityuwete, who was imprisoned on Robben Island for 18 years during the apartheid era, died on 29 August at age 92.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The United Democratic Front has defended its decision to support Gerson Sindano's nomination as Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson, citing nation-building and Sindano's experience, despite backlash and boycotts from other opposition parties. UDF vice president Nico Somaeb says the party is an alternative to Swapo and should not be bound by opposition party alignment on institutional decisions.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Old Mutual Bank grew its customer numbers to 742,000 and retail deposits to N$1.4 billion in the first half of 2026, supported by the group's distribution footprint and integration opportunities as it pursues profitability by financial year 2028.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Walvis Bay remained Namibia's leading export and import gateway in July 2026, handling N$3.9 billion in exports and N$6.3 billion in imports, according to Namibia Statistics Agency data. Eros Airport was the second-largest export point at N$2.3 billion, while Ngoma border post saw a sharp increase in imports to N$293 million.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Institute of Pathology recorded a profit of N$69 million in 2021/22, a 54% increase from the previous year, despite making an N$83 million provision for bad debts. Revenue grew 4.7% to N$839 million, supported by high volumes of COVID-19 testing, though the institute made a late 2022 annual report filing.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia recorded exports of N$10.7 billion and imports of N$16.5 billion in July, resulting in a trade deficit of N$5.9 billion, worsening compared to the N$5.4 billion deficit in June. Mining commodities including gold, diamonds, nickel ores and uranium formed the bulk of exports, with South Africa as the country's largest trading partner.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Capricorn Group and its subsidiaries invested N$29.3 million in corporate social investment and sponsorships across Namibia and Botswana during the 2026 financial year, with outcomes including 11,392 people receiving regular meals and 35,000 children benefiting from early childhood development materials.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The CSI Mukopano platform, launched in July with an inaugural conference in September, brings together corporate Namibia, civil society and the public sector to coordinate strategic, impact-driven investments aimed at community well-being and socioeconomic progress, marking a shift from siloed partnerships to more collaborative approaches.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A comprehensive government assessment reveals that illicit financial flows—through tax evasion, trade misinvoicing, corruption, and crime proceeds—cost Namibia approximately N$16.7 billion per year, equivalent to 9% of GDP and 16% of the government budget. Trade misinvoicing is identified as a major channel for illegal fund transfers.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani has appointed a seven-member board to the National Fishing Corporation of Namibia, chaired by Teofilus Nghitila, tasked with strengthening financial controls, restoring public confidence, and finalising the company's integrated strategic business plan.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Bannerman Energy has launched a fully underwritten A$124 million equity placement to fully fund the development, construction and ramp-up of its Etango Uranium Project in Namibia. The capital raising follows confirmation that conditions for China National Nuclear Corporation subsidiary CNNC Overseas Limited's strategic investment have been satisfied or waived.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Minister Amutse says Namibia must rethink green finance to ensure it supports productive capacity, economic participation, and measurable development outcomes rather than merely adding a green label to conventional finance. He told the Second International Conference on Finance and Sustainable Business that sustainable business models must be commercially viable, environmentally responsible, and socially inclusive.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board called for a stronger pipeline of bankable and investment-ready green industrial projects as the country seeks to translate renewable energy and mineral resources into productive industries, jobs and economic growth. The acting CEO emphasized that success depends on investment, technology, infrastructure, skills, market access and effective project execution.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
African nations have launched the African Coalition against land degradation and environmental pollution caused by illegal artisanal and small-scale gold mining, aiming to strengthen cross-border cooperation, harmonise policies and law enforcement, map hotspots, and fund ecosystem restoration.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Livestock breeders at the Okakarara Annual Trade Fair exhibited nearly 280 animals, with farmers selling their stock before the auction began.
10 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Pig farming experts told producers at a Pig Producers Association of Namibia session to measure feed costs per kilogram of weight gain and adjust diets by growth stage to improve efficiency and competitiveness. A business developer also noted a knowledge gap in the industry and encouraged farmers to attend information sessions and use online training.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A Stampriet farmer sold five bulls at the G8 Bonsmara auction, with two fetching N$180 000 each and another N$160 000, totalling N$520 000. The farmer attributed strong sales to the bulls' breeding traits and their value to the market.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The family of a newborn baby girl who died after two weeks at Rundu Intermediate Hospital is seeking legal assistance to pursue a civil claim.
10 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A Lüderitz-based community activist, Ndeshipanda Akwenye, has launched an online petition calling for greater scrutiny of bail applications involving repeat suspects in drug-related cases.
10 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
More than 5,700 pensioners and other social-grant beneficiaries remain unable to access the government's payment system after their grants were suspended during verification.
10 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A group of medical graduates expected to begin compulsory internships on 1 September remain without placements, amid reports that government allegedly did not allocate sufficient funding.
10 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
An Angolan national was arrested at Rundu in Kavango East on Tuesday after being found with 340 bundles of dried kudu and impala meat valued at N$5,250 without a permit. He faces a charge of possession of game meat.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Onandjokwe medical doctor Dennis Noa told Ondangwa Magistrate's Court that he had a disagreement with the man accusing him of rape over an N$35,000 investment request in a taxi business, which he refused. Noa is applying for bail and has denied the rape allegations.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Beatricks Naunyango, who lost her sight in 2013, has been practising massage therapy in Omusati region and says her sessions have helped people with joint pain. She is seeking financial support and suitable space to expand her traditional spa business.
10 September 2026 · New Era →
The Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare has reinstated 10,066 of 15,785 social grant beneficiaries onto the government payment system following a verification exercise that temporarily removed thousands from the payroll. The beneficiaries were affected when their details could not be matched with the National Population Registry System.
10 September 2026 · New Era →
A national early childhood development study cited by Development Workshop Namibia found that three out of four Namibian children are not considered ready for school. The organization's ECD project, which began in 2023, is working to improve learning quality in informal settlements by supporting 30 centres, 64 teachers, and over 1,042 children through infrastructure construction, learning materials, and educator training.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Rehoboth's newly launched Mayoral Youth Development Fund has secured N$180,000 in cash pledges, training opportunities, and a commitment from the Social Security Commission to become its founding partner for more than three years. The fund aims to move young people from unemployment towards entrepreneurship, skills development and economic participation.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The family of a 39-year-old woman from Etope village in Ohangwena has accused medical staff at Eenhana District Hospital of negligence after the woman and her newborn died on 30 August 2026 during labour. The family alleges doctors and nurses failed to provide necessary care during delivery, including prescribing seven doses of labour-inducing medication and telling the woman not to push, and has called on the health minister to investigate.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Rape-accused medical doctor Dennis Noa told Ondangwa Magistrate's Court he wanted a 26-year-old complainant to leave his residence after a two-night stay because the man had eaten his food, including expensive salami, and that their sexual encounters were consensual. Noa is accused of raping the man on 18 June, which he denies.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
More than 15,000 old-age pensioners suspended from payments following a beneficiary verification exercise are expected to have their outstanding payments finalised by October, according to the minister of gender equality and child welfare. Of the 15,785 pensioners affected, 10,066 have already been reinstated and are receiving payments, which will increase from N$1,600 to N$1,700.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Innocent Shimwino, known as Blacksmith, a 24-year-old comedian recently crowned best comedian of the year at the Best of Nam Awards, draws his comedy material from everyday Namibian life, human behaviour, and situations people often overlook. He says his upbringing taught him to find humour in difficult circumstances, and his comedy develops from observing the people and situations around him rather than from planned writing sessions.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Jordan Hermann scored 150 on his one-day international debut for South Africa, who beat Namibia by 99 runs in a rain-shortened first ODI in Windhoek. South Africa posted 348-6 off 50 overs; Namibia, set 262 in 31 overs under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method, reached 162-8.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Slovan Bratislava 6-1 with Ferran Torres scoring a hat-trick in their Champions League opener, while Liverpool came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 at Anfield. Barcelona scored five against Feyenoord and Arsenal won 1-0 at Napoli.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Former Brave Gladiators captain Stacey Naris says Namibian sport requires inclusive leadership, strong governance, and meaningful grassroots investment to have a future and become a tool for national development. Naris, speaking after a panel discussion with former First Lady Monica Geingos on sport's role in leadership and community development, emphasises that sport integrity, ethical management, and women's participation in governance are essential.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia National Olympic Committee and Commonwealth Games Association, in partnership with the Namibia Rugby Union, announced a US$50,000 Olympic Solidarity Team Support Grant for Namibia's Women's Rugby Sevens team to support its qualification pathway towards the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The funding will support athlete development, coaching, training camps, and competition exposure.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's national football team will play three matches in 10 days at the end of September and early October: two Afcon 2027 qualifiers against Congo Brazzaville and Comoros, and an international friendly against Russia in Yekaterinburg on 3 October. Coach Collin Benjamin said the Russia match would provide valuable experience against high-class opposition after a six-month break.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Fourth-ranked American Coco Gauff saved two match points to defeat reigning French Open champion Mirra Andreeva 2–6, 7–6 (9/7), 6–2 in a US Open quarter-final on Wednesday, advancing to face Kazakh star Elena Rybakina in Thursday's semi-finals. Rybakina will become world number one after beating Chinese qualifier Zheng Qinwen 3–6, 6–1, 6–4.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Josh Kerr, who set the world mile record in July with a 3:42.66 clocking, rejected criticism from Jakob Ingebrigtsen that he avoids head-to-heads, saying he picks races carefully to avoid injury risk and that he loves racing but is not a robot.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia University of Science and Technology has sent a 70-member delegation to Johannesburg for the 2026 Inter-University Staff Games on 11–12 September, hosted by the University of the Witwatersrand. NUST will compete in ten sporting disciplines alongside seven other regional universities.
10 September 2026 · New Era →
Namibia claimed the overall team title at the Africa Aquatics Zone IV Swimming Championships in Gaborone with 2,610.50 points, finishing ahead of Botswana and South Africa. The 30-member Namibian team won 93 medals (44 gold, 23 silver, 26 bronze) and topped both men's and women's team standings.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Conservationists and volunteers conducting the annual Walvis Bay Wetland Winter Bird Count in August recorded just over 87,000 birds, including 51,000 flamingos. The winter and summer counts, conducted annually via citizen science, provide long-term data on bird populations and the health of Walvis Bay Lagoon.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
National Planning Commission Director-General Dr Kaire Mbuende has called for a balance between environmental conservation and industrial development, arguing that conservation concerns should not become an absolute barrier to economic activity. Speaking at the African Green Industries Summit in Swakopmund, Mbuende said environmental impact must be seriously assessed but that Namibia should not be forced to choose between development and conservation.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Tourism Board has partnered with Project Never Walk Alone for the Restoration Concert 4.0, scheduled for 31 October at Dr Hage Geingob Stadium in Windhoek. The event, described as a gathering of worship, gratitude, healing and renewal, aims to double previous attendance from 10,000 to 20,000 attendees and showcase local creative industries and service providers as part of Namibia's tourism strategy.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The UK imposed sanctions on Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday, prompting Israel to shutter Britain's diplomatic mission to the Palestinians and ban British MPs from entering Israel. Eleven mostly European countries joined the trade ban, but the US response remained notably muted despite earlier suggestions from the US ambassador to Israel of potential American repercussions.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Spanish intelligence alerted Moroccan and Ceuta authorities on 29 July of social media calls for a mass migrant crossing the next day, according to declassified government documents. The revelations contradict Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's claim that tens of thousands of migrants entering on 30–31 July were unpredictable, though opposition parties say the government misled Spaniards about the scope of the warning.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Donald Trump said he does not think the Iran war will end until after November's midterm elections, adding that oil prices will not come down until then. Trump told reporters that "right after the election, oil prices are going to be tumbling downward," and claimed Iran is "desperate to try and affect the election."
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Gambia's President Adama Barrow called for citizens to remain calm over prolonged power cuts that have triggered violent protests in the capital and surrounding areas, with residents experiencing blackouts lasting up to 48 hours. The unrest follows months of electrical outages since June, with Barrow pledging to boost supplies by next month.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Nepal's foreign minister has called on the world's largest polluting countries to accept responsibility for August floods triggered by a melting glacier collapse that killed or displaced more than 6,000 people in Tibet and Nepal, arguing climate change had a role in the disaster and that wealthy economies must help the country recover.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A Jiangxi Culture Goes to International Sister Cities event in Windhoek drew close to 120 government, media, academic and civil society attendees to showcase Jiangxi Province's intangible heritage, traditional medicine, tea culture, and revolutionary history. The event highlighted growing cooperation between Namibia and China at provincial and people-to-people levels, including a recent letter of intent on friendship relations between Jiangxi Province and Khomas region.
10 September 2026 · New Era →
According to Malcolm Kambanzera writing in the Windhoek Observer, many organisations confuse having a strategic plan document with having an actual strategy. A true strategy requires making deliberate choices about where to compete, what to prioritise, and how to allocate resources, whereas a strategic plan is merely a document that often becomes shelved after approval.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece argues that while conservation is essential, Namibia cannot use environmental protection as a blanket veto against economic development. The debate is not whether to develop, but how, where, and at what cost, particularly as Namibia pursues investments in mining, green hydrogen, renewable energy, and tourism.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece presented at the Namibia University of Science and Technology conference argues that poverty and economic insecurity affect developed countries like Australia, the United States, and Germany alongside developing nations, challenging the assumption that poverty is solely an African problem despite the universal nature of UN Sustainable Development Goals.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →