Oshana Regional Police Commander Andreas Shilelo says police must create an environment where Namibians live free from fear and crime, and stresses that human rights are foundational to policing.
23 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Oshana Regional Police Commander Andreas Shilelo says police must create an environment where Namibians live free from fear and crime, and stresses that human rights are foundational to policing.
23 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Mureti Royal House of the Ovaherero Traditional Authority has called on the government to accelerate construction of the Okahandja-Hochfeld-Okondjatu road, citing the lack of clear timelines and slow progress despite a commitment from works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi last year. The road is described as important for communities in Otjozondjupa and could improve regional connections while reducing pressure on the B1.
17 hours ago · The Namibian →
Justice and labour relations minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel told the Windhoek Observer that introducing statutory paternity leave in Namibia could see some fathers spending an entire year away from work if they have children with multiple partners, potentially affecting labour force productivity. Namibia currently has no law providing statutory paternity leave, though employers may offer it through workplace policies.
19 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
The Gobabis municipality incurred N$589 153 in legal fees between January and August to handle a disciplinary dispute involving an alleged daily subsistence allowance of N$6 000, prompting councillors to question whether the costs were proportionate to the original matter. The municipality defended the proceedings as conducted in accordance with its staff rules, though a councillor disputed the figures.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
Workers' unions are demanding that the government introduce paternity leave to allow both parents to care for newborn babies. The justice and labour relations minister announced increases in maternity and other SSC benefits effective 1 October, but said Namibia currently has no statutory paternity leave provision, though employers may introduce it at their discretion.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Landless People's Movement alleges that Swapo, using its parliamentary majority and cooperation with the speaker, frustrates opposition scrutiny and shields the executive from accountability. LPM chief whip Dawid Eigub says ministers avoid difficult questions, Swapo members pose predictable questions followed by lengthy responses, and political pressure is placed on majority MPs, risking delays to matters including rent control, land delivery, and petroleum legislation.
8 hours ago · The Namibian →
The US Chamber of Commerce said it wants to move beyond discussions with Namibia and pursue actual investments and jobs. The US assistant secretary of energy for international affairs cited Namibia's energy and natural resources, location and infrastructure as attractions for US companies.
16 hours ago · New Era →
The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) has invited financial institutions, intermediaries, industry associations and self-regulatory organisations to submit comments on newly gazetted subordinate legislation under the Financial Institutions and Markets Act (FIMA). Affected stakeholders have 30 calendar days from 15 September to make written representations, with a deadline of 22 October 2026.
20 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Warren Wheatley has resigned as CEO of the Namibia Securities Exchange-listed Africa Bitcoin Corporation Limited, effective 21 September 2026, following his placement on precautionary leave. The resignation comes after South Africa's Financial Sector Conduct Authority issued debarment orders against Wheatley and two other company executives, which the individuals are contesting before the Financial Services Tribunal.
20 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's vehicle market is expected to maintain momentum through the remainder of 2026, with forecasts of 15,500 to 16,500 units for the full year, though rising inflation, fuel prices and vehicle running costs are creating tougher operating conditions. For 2027, sales forecasts range from 17,000 to 19,000 units if TotalEnergies' Venus project investment decision is confirmed, or 15,000 to 17,000 units if delayed.
20 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Chinese manufacturers grew from a minor presence to 9.1% of Namibia's new-vehicle market by 2025, selling 1,320 vehicles, but traditional brands remain dominant with Toyota leading at 8,226 sales. The shift reflects a growing competitive challenge rather than a replacement of established Japanese, German, American, and Korean brands.
13 hours ago · The Namibian →
The US assistant secretary of state for African affairs Frank Garcia Jr expressed interest in strengthening economic relations with Namibia during a courtesy call with president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at the UN General Assembly in New York. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continued engagement, with Namibia emphasising that investors must comply with the country's laws and regulations.
15 hours ago · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for increased US investment in Namibia during a roundtable with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, DC, highlighting opportunities in energy, critical minerals, mining, infrastructure, manufacturing and other sectors, and emphasizing Namibia's strategic position as a logistics and trade gateway to the SADC region.
14 hours ago · Informanté →
Customers of e-hailing service Yango have accused some drivers of deliberately delaying pickups and not starting rides promptly to add paid waiting time to passengers' bills, with wait times sometimes extending from expected minimums to eight minutes or more.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy announced that TotalEnergies has been selected as the sole supplier of Namibia's bulk petrol and diesel for November 2026 to January 2027. New oil player Nasan Energies, founded in late 2024 and majority-owned by Millennium Group chief executive Miguel Hamutenya, participated in the bidding round, while state-owned Namcor did not.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
Osino Gold Exploration and Mining has received environmental clearance to abstract groundwater from the Kranzberg Aquifer in Usakos for water supply at its Twin Hills Mine in the Erongo Region. The Environmental Clearance Certificate was granted on 3 September by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism's directorate of environmental affairs.
20 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
TotalEnergies has been awarded a contract to supply Namibia with petrol and diesel from November 2026 to January 2027, offering discounts of 61 cents per litre on diesel and 71 cents on petrol against the Basic Fuel Price, with an estimated saving of N$220.5 million over the contract period covering approximately 345.3 million litres.
16 hours ago · New Era →
Convicted poacher Derick Brockerhoff, with at least 11 illegal hunting cases pending across Namibian courts, has been released on bail by Mariental Magistrate's Court after his arrest near Kalkrand in December 2025 alongside two others for discarding a hunting rifle and tools used to hunt protected species. Farmers have expressed concerns that livestock and game are at risk following his release after serving close to nine months in prison.
14 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia's Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform Inge Zaamwani highlighted a gap between political commitment to water projects and the financing needed to realize them, noting Namibia's championing of the Continental Africa Water Investment Programme, which aims to mobilize at least US$30 billion a year by 2030 for water security and sustainable sanitation.
14 hours ago · Informanté →
The government has suspended imports and exports of all cloven-hoofed animals after 10 out of 11 cattle samples tested positive for Foot-and-Mouth Disease in the //Kharas Region, detected on a commercial farm during routine surveillance.
9 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Namibian sheep producers have launched NamLamb, a national branding initiative for veld-raised lamb aimed at building consumer recognition and expanding market opportunities for local farmers. The initiative, founded by producers Lenn de Jager and Hannes Agenbach, focuses on naturally raised lamb without hormones and has received financial support including N$250,000 from Bank Windhoek.
8 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Namibian Agronomic Board is investigating the possibility of establishing a fertiliser-blending plant in Namibia to reduce farmers' production costs and support local crop production, as part of its crop value chain development strategy for 2025 to 2030, which has received an initial N$250 million allocation.
8 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Agriculture says N$40 million secured to buy grain from local farmers may not be sufficient to purchase all the produce currently in storage, and the ministry is seeking additional funding to expand the procurement programme.
8 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Otjiwarongo municipality has identified potential land for an emergency response and traffic management centre to improve the town's response to road crashes.
23 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibia's gender equality and child welfare ministry has 330 vacant social work posts, with a reduced budget of N$43.5 million limiting recruitment in both urban and rural areas.
23 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Ombudsman Basilius Dyakugha, speaking in a personal capacity, has backed the proposed NamWater Kavango Link project as a potential answer to Namibia's growing water needs.
23 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Namibia Qualifications Authority has warned employers, education institutions and professional bodies against accepting fraudulent or misrepresented qualifications, saying such credentials can undermine public safety, displace qualified candidates and erode trust in Namibia's education system. The NQA executive urged stakeholders to treat qualification verification as a key part of recruitment and professional registration rather than an administrative formality.
18 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
The Revolutionary Union has finished construction of two classrooms at Limbadungila Combined School in Ohangwena Region, replacing makeshift stick structures where learners were taught while exposed to rain and unsafe electricity. The project, which cost between N$300,000 and N$350,000, is expected to benefit between 70 and 80 learners.
18 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Karibib residents face a severe mosquito infestation driven by leaking sewage pipes that has intensified over the past five months, making daily activities difficult. Town council and health authorities are implementing urgent intervention measures to address the problem.
13 hours ago · The Namibian →
Usakos recorded the Erongo region's highest child malnutrition incidence rate over the past three years despite recording fewer cases than larger districts, driven by widespread poverty and systemic healthcare gaps. The district's incidence rate was 7.2% in 2024, 5.3% in 2025, and 4% between January and July 2026, compared to the regional rate of 3.7%, 3.9%, and 2.5% respectively.
13 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Social Security Commission maternity benefit has been increased from N$15,000 to N$20,000, effective 1 October 2026, announced by the Minister of Justice and Labour Relations. PDM MP Winnie Moongo, a long-time advocate for improved maternity support, welcomed the change as a significant step for working women, though she noted further improvements are still needed.
16 hours ago · New Era →
Team Namibia joined 1,400 young competitors from around the world at the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 opening ceremony, where 64 skills are being contested over four days. As part of the One School One Member Programme, Team Namibia also participated in a cultural exchange with Shanghai Experimental School, showcasing Namibian culture through traditional performances and attire.
12 hours ago · Informanté →
Monica Geingos, incoming Board Chair of the Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, called for young people and civil society to have a greater voice in decisions on financing for women's, children's and adolescents' health, arguing that communities and young people must be actively involved in shaping decisions that affect them rather than merely consulted.
14 hours ago · Informanté →
Police in Rehoboth confirmed the arrest of a doctor in connection with an alleged rape that occurred on 4 September 2026. The 40-year-old complainant reported that the suspect forced her into sexual contact after she refused his advances; he remains in custody pending appearance before Rehoboth Magistrate's Court.
15 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian Organisation of Youth with Disabilities says Namibia must translate recognition of deaf people's rights into everyday practice, citing shortages of qualified Namibian Sign Language interpreters that prevent deaf people from accessing education, healthcare, justice, and government services. The organisation calls for stronger legal recognition of sign language, professionalised interpreters, and greater inclusion of deaf people in policymaking.
8 hours ago · The Namibian →
Health minister Esperance Luvindao inaugurated Namibia's first dedicated public paediatric intensive care unit at Windhoek Central Hospital, part of a government investment of about N$28 million in medical equipment and infrastructure. The ministry aims to reduce paediatric ICU deaths from the previous 14.5% rate to below 2.5%.
9 hours ago · The Namibian →
'African Relativity', a multi-narrative Namibian comedy in pre-production and directed by Florian Schott, has announced its cast of established and newcomer talent. The film explores privilege, tradition versus modernity, dating, unemployment, township life and time travel, and features over 30 roles including actors Camilla Jo-Ann Daries, Prisca Anyolo, Hazel Hinda, Vickson Hangula and others.
15 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibian musician Ees has unveiled his 21st studio album titled 'Freshness', which took five years to complete. The project reflects his musical evolution, blending his kwaito and Namibian roots with new sounds like amapiano, and features collaborations with other Namibian artists.
15 hours ago · The Namibian →
Mozambique secured the fourth semifinal place at the TotalEnergies CAF under-20 Africa Cup of Nations Cosafa Qualifier after level points with Angola, advancing on Fair Play record. They will face Group A winners Namibia in Friday's semifinal, while defending champions South Africa meet Zambia after both completed perfect group-stage campaigns.
3 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Namibia Cycling Federation held its National BMX Championships at Farm Windhoek, bringing together close to 100 children from seven regions competing in six age group categories from six to 18 years old. The national BMX coordinator praised the talent on display and noted strong support from coaches, spectators, and parents.
17 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia's Desert Jewels secured their third successive win at the Africa Cup in Nairobi, beating Tanzania 62-36 to qualify for the semi-finals and move closer to the 2027 Netball World Cup.
17 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Confederation of African Football has appointed infrastructure inspector Bianca Brenda Wambui to conduct a follow-up inspection of Sam Nujoma Stadium after the Namibia Football Association requested CAF assess rehabilitation progress and provide technical guidance to prevent rework delays.
17 hours ago · New Era →
Namibia's DebMarine Desert Jewels will face defending champions South Africa at 18h00 today in their final Pool 1 match of the Africa Netball Cup in Nairobi, Kenya. The match comes after Namibia defeated Tanzania 62-36 yesterday, keeping the team in contention for one of Africa's remaining places at the Netball World Cup Sydney 2027.
17 hours ago · New Era →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah has endorsed a strategic partnership between the NNN Foundation, the Queens of the Continent Foundation and the NBA Foundation to use sport for youth development and opportunity across Namibia and Africa. She highlighted sport's role in instilling discipline, teamwork and confidence while creating pathways for greater participation and leadership.
14 hours ago · Informanté →
In August 2026, European markets accounted for 62.86% of beds sold across Namibian accommodation properties, with DACH (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) as the largest source at 32.22%, followed by Italy (13.44%), France (11.05%), and Benelux (6.15%). Leisure travellers represented 95.17% of all arrivals, up from 94.30% in August 2025.
20 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's hospitality sector achieved nearly 70% occupancy in August, driven by European safari tourists and domestic weddings, surpassing the August 2025 level of 69.05% and approaching the August 2019 pre-pandemic benchmark of 67.18%. Northern Namibia recorded the strongest occupancy at 76.28%.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia's tourism sector created more than 57,000 jobs over the past five years, with over 14,000 of those positions filled by youth. The sector accounts for approximately 7.5% of Namibia's total workforce, according to Tourism Minister Indileni Daniel.
16 hours ago · New Era →
The head of the International Monetary Fund has warned that advanced economies including the UK and US must reduce borrowing and debt levels as global shocks push up government interest costs. Georgieva said governments have taken "no action to contain that service cost" and that political courage is needed to address the problem.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
Shadrack Sibiya, 59, South Africa's Deputy National Police Commissioner, faces five charges including rape, human trafficking, and sexual grooming of a child. He is accused of plying a young woman with alcohol at a strip club and raping her at a hotel, and of sending explicit messages to a 16-year-old.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
The US, Denmark, and Greenland have signed a defence deal permitting Washington to build two new military bases in Greenland at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig, while reaffirming Copenhagen's sovereignty over the Arctic territory. The agreement updates a 1951 defence pact and comes after more than a year of tension over the territory's strategic importance and mineral wealth.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
President Trump told the UN General Assembly on Tuesday he faces a "big decision" on whether to strike Iran again or pursue a peace deal, saying he could "annihilate" the Islamic Republic if the conflict went unresolved. His remarks came as US and Iranian officials held high-level talks on the sidelines of the assembly.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
At the UN General Assembly in New York, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged African countries to collectively push for reforms to the international financial architecture and secure full participation in negotiations on an international tax cooperation framework, citing illicit financial flows as an ongoing challenge for the continent.
18 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez discussed ongoing WHO Pandemic Agreement negotiations on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, with Namibia emphasising Africa's priorities on equitable vaccine access, stronger regional health response capacity, and preparedness for future health emergencies.
14 hours ago · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for stronger collective action to implement the Pact for the Future in Africa, saying the agreement provides opportunities to advance the continent's development priorities, strengthen youth empowerment, and accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
14 hours ago · Informanté →
The Cassinga Memorial Park in Angola has reached 99% physical completion and is ready for inauguration, nine years after Namibia and Angola began the joint construction project. Defence and veterans affairs minister Frans Kapofi said the memorial park, which honours the victims of the 4 May 1978 Cassinga massacre where more than 900 people were killed, represents a symbol of historic solidarity between the two nations.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
Micah Reddy, a South African journalist and African coordinator at the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists, has been released after being held in Djiboutian police custody from Saturday. He was detained together with his colleague and local fixer Kooki Mahmoud; the authorities claimed he lacked proper media accreditation, and both have since been released without charge.
8 hours ago · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that while fake qualifications are a concern, the underlying issue is a culture that normalizes shortcuts and treats rules as inconveniences. The Namibia Qualifications Authority has warned employers and institutions that fraudulent credentials unfairly displace qualified candidates, undermine public safety, and erode confidence in Namibia's education system.
18 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →