More than 70% of Namibia's population is under 35, and the ruling establishment's moral authority from the liberation struggle has eroded as governance failures mount—infrastructure neglect, water shortages, and unsafe public spaces—while ageing politicians recycle between the same executive roles.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
More than 70% of Namibia's population is under 35, and the ruling establishment's moral authority from the liberation struggle has eroded as governance failures mount—infrastructure neglect, water shortages, and unsafe public spaces—while ageing politicians recycle between the same executive roles.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Former political prisoners and parliamentarians have criticised the government's decision to bury liberation struggle veteran Helao Shityuwete at Pionierspark, arguing that his 18 years on Robben Island and his role in the liberation struggle warranted burial at Heroes' Acre instead.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Independent Patriots for Change is finalising legal requirements to resubmit a motion of no confidence against National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, with parliamentarian Michael Mulunga saying the motion will be tabled once procedural requirements are completed. The motion accuses the speaker of failing to act fairly and impartially in presiding over parliament.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Experts question the Central Procurement Board of Namibia's decision to cancel a competitive tender for a N$122-million veterinary cordon fencing project that attracted 23 bids, then award it via emergency procurement to a different contractor. A political analyst says the cancellation could expose the board to legal challenges and create the impression of bias toward a particular bidder.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah honoured late Colonel Helao Joseph Shityuwete, a former Robben Island political prisoner who spent 16 years imprisoned for his role in Namibia's liberation struggle, saying his legacy should inspire future generations.
20 hours ago · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to late liberation struggle veteran Helao Joseph Shityuwete at his state funeral, saying his sacrifice and 18 years in prison helped lay the foundation for Namibia's independence and must inspire ongoing nation-building efforts.
19 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah has described the late Helao Joseph Shityuwete as a member of a selfless generation whose sacrifice, including 18 years in prison, helped pave the way for Namibia's independence. At his state funeral in Windhoek, she noted that he spent 16 years on Robben Island and two years in pre-trial detention before witnessing the freedom for which he had sacrificed.
17 hours ago · Informanté →
FirstRand Namibia returned N$3.9 million to senior citizens during the 2026 financial year through fee waivers and benefits including waived monthly account maintenance fees, no minimum balance requirements, and free transactional services for customers aged 55 and older.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia has called on the City of Windhoek to delay enforcement of its new heavy-vehicle permit system, which came into effect on 1 September. The federation argues that permit fees—a non-refundable N$600 application fee plus up to N$500 monthly per vehicle—could increase construction costs, as vehicles weighing nine tonnes or more need permits to travel outside designated heavy-vehicle routes, but construction vehicles must access building sites throughout the city.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
Rosatom and Kazakhstan have signed a contract to build a 2,400-megawatt nuclear power plant with two reactor units. Rosatom Africa says the project is relevant to Namibia, which produces around 12% of global uranium but imports up to 22% of its electricity, and notes that Namibia and Russia are already discussing nuclear cooperation including uranium exploration in the Omaheke Region and educational programmes.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
Four deaths were recorded in separate incidents over the weekend as Namibia observed National Prayer Day on Saturday across all 14 regions. Incidents included a shooting in Okongo where a 46-year-old man shot his 43-year-old girlfriend before fatally shooting himself, and two reported suicides in other locations.
9 hours ago · Informanté →
Rauha Uugwanga doubts that skeletal remains found west of Otjomuise belong to her son Beatus "Tuna" Iiyambo (25), who went missing on 11 January, despite police saying DNA positively identified them. She claims a birth certificate error prevented her from providing her own DNA sample, and questions whether police used an old DNA file instead of one from her directly.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A toddler died of diarrhoea-related complications in Zambezi region last month, bringing child deaths under age five to 12 this year. Cases surged from 1,146 to 6,960 between 24–30 August, with 255 hospital admissions; authorities cite poor sanitation, unsafe water storage, and low vaccination coverage.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Windhoek residents increasingly face sewage overflowing from the city's drainage system, running along streets and near homes. The City of Windhoek has acknowledged recurring blockages in informal settlements, citing causes including overloaded sewer lines, rapid population growth, inappropriate materials flushed down toilets, and vandalized infrastructure.
20 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations clarified that security guards in the construction sector must be paid the national minimum wage of at least N$16 per ordinary hour in 2026 (rising to N$18 from 1 January 2027), overriding a lower rate in the construction sector's new collective agreement that set security wages at N$153.88 per 12-hour shift in the first year.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
Two men were arrested at Goreangab Dam for allegedly attempting to break into a house, but the homeowner did not open a criminal case, preventing disclosure of their identities. The Windhoek City Police Service has warned that failure to open cases limits investigations and allows offenders to evade consequences.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month; the Cancer Association of Namibia highlights persistent symptoms after an estimated 50 new cases and 30 deaths from ovarian cancer were recorded in Namibia in 2024. The association urges women to recognise symptoms including persistent bloating, feeling full quickly, unexplained weight loss, pelvic or abdominal discomfort, fatigue, back pain, changes in bowel habits, and frequent or urgent urination.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia's National Prayer Day on Saturday coincided with multiple reports of murders, attempted murders, and gender-based violence over the weekend, including the killing of an 11-year-old boy and fatal stabbings. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called on Namibians to turn prayer into meaningful action against GBV and killings.
14 hours ago · Informanté →
A 46-year-old man allegedly shot his 43-year-old girlfriend in the head and arm at Shapopi location in Okongo on 12 September, then turned the firearm on himself. The man died from his injuries upon arrival at Onandjokwe State Hospital; the woman remains admitted in serious condition. Police are investigating attempted murder under the Domestic Violence Act and suicide.
17 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Three men aged 25, 42 and 45 died in separate suspected suicide incidents reported between 11 and 13 September 2026 in Ombili, Oothadhambuku and Oghudi villages, according to Namibian Police. Police said no foul play was suspected in any of the cases and investigations are continuing.
17 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
A 38-year-old woman was arrested after police seized about 10,215 grams of cannabis and 17,717 Mandrax tablets worth more than N$2.2 million at Goreagab in Windhoek on Saturday. She faces charges under the Abuse of Dependency-Producing Substances and Rehabilitation Centres Act and the Prevention of Organised Crime Act for allegedly dealing in prohibited substances.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
Police seized 10,215 grams of suspected cannabis and 17,717 suspected Mandrax tablets worth an estimated N$2.2 million from a residence in Goreagab, Windhoek on Saturday. A 38-year-old woman was arrested and faces charges under the Abuse of Dependency-Producing Substances Act and the Prevention of Organised Crime Act.
12 hours ago · Informanté →
South Africa defeated New Zealand 43-28 in the fourth and final Test match in Baltimore on Saturday to complete a 3-1 series victory. The Springboks dominated the second half with six tries to secure the win in front of a 71,000 crowd.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Elena Rybakina won the US Open tennis championship with a 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 victory over Aryna Sabalenka on Saturday, securing her third Grand Slam title and rising to world number one in the rankings.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek won 200m races at the Ultimate Championship in Budapest, adding to their 100m victories from the previous day. Jefferson-Wooden ran 21.47 seconds, the fourth fastest time ever, while Bednarek clocked 19.52 seconds as both earned $300,000 prizes from a $10 million prize pool.
9 hours ago · The Namibian →
Kylian Mbappe scored twice to help Real Madrid defeat Rayo Vallecano 4-1 on Saturday, with Jude Bellingham and Alvaro Carreras also scoring. The win pulled Real Madrid level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa defeated New Zealand 43-28 in Baltimore to claim a 3-1 series victory in the four-Test 'Greatest Rivalry' showdown. Former Springboks captains Jean de Villiers, Victor Matfield, and Schalk Burger praised the team's ability to recover from losing the first Test to win three consecutive matches.
10 hours ago · The Namibian →
Openers Jordan Hermann (77) and Connor Esterhuizen (68) guided South Africa to a nine-wicket victory over Namibia in the third one-day international on Sunday, completing a 3-0 series sweep. Namibia posted 156, but South Africa chased down the target in 21.3 overs with Hermann and Esterhuizen batting aggressively to reach the goal.
10 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Namibian Defence Force's week-long sports games in Grootfontein brought together athletes from all NDF services across nine sporting codes. Minister of Defence Frans Kapofi said the event strengthened unity, teamwork, discipline, physical fitness and fighting spirit, and urged athletes to apply lessons learned to military duties.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia faces South Africa in the final ODI of a three-match series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek, with the Proteas already holding an unassailable 2-0 lead after wins by 99 and 157 runs. Namibia will field 18-year-old seamer Waldo Smith on his ODI debut as the team aims to avoid a series whitewash on home soil and provide younger players exposure against a Full Member nation.
22 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia were bowled out for 156 in 36.2 overs before South Africa chased down the target in 22 overs to secure a nine-wicket victory and complete a 3-0 ODI Cricket series sweep at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Sunday.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli claimed his eighth win of the season at the Spanish Grand Prix, finishing 4.351 seconds ahead of Max Verstappen, after Lando Norris lost his lead when a Virtual Safety Car intervention coincided with Norris passing the pits, allowing Antonelli to gain track position.
10 hours ago · The Namibian →
Enric Mas, 31, won his first Vuelta a Espana title on Sunday in Granada, finishing 2mins 15sec ahead of Primoz Roglic to become the first Spaniard to win the race since Alberto Contador in 2014.
10 hours ago · The Namibian →
Harry Kane scored with 18 minutes remaining to help Bayern Munich edge promoted Elversberg 2-1 in the Bundesliga on Sunday, breaking a 1-1 deadlock. It was Kane's first goal of the season after drawing a blank in his first two matches.
11 hours ago · The Namibian →
Erling Haaland scored the winning goal as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 1-0 despite playing with 10 men after Phil Foden's first-half red card, with the goal controversy involving Enzo Fernandez's position. The victory extended Enzo Maresca's perfect start to his City reign while United manager Michael Carrick disputed the officiating.
11 hours ago · The Namibian →
Wildfires have been burning in Etosha National Park since Wednesday after lightning strikes in the Halali area and Kamaseb and Tsam blocks. Firefighting teams are keeping the blaze under control with support from cutlines, and the ministry has reported no animal losses or injuries so far.
23 hours ago · Informanté →
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism says Namibia is still developing a national circular economy policy in its initial stage, with a consultant appointed to drive the process, though budgetary constraints have slowed progress. The policy aims to embed circularity across energy, waste, and industrial development sectors, with support from the Environmental Investment Fund and Finnish universities collaborating with Namibia University of Science and Technology.
15 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Central Procurement Board of Namibia cancelled a competitive tender for a veterinary cordon fence to combat foot-and-mouth disease two weeks after awarding it, then hand-picked the second-place bidder a week later. The Namibian editorial warns that such abrupt cancellations undermine transparency, expose the state to costly litigation, and raise questions about accountability in government procurement.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that telecommunications companies' cancellation of inactive phone numbers disproportionately harms unemployed people, pensioners, and seasonal workers who rely on those numbers as a digital identity and point of contact with employers, banks, and government services.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that while many Namibian lecturers work long hours out of dedication to students, relying on passion alone masks systemic problems—lecturers staying late may signal genuine commitment or inadequate workload management and resources.
13 September 2026 · The Namibian →