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Saturday, 3 October 2026
Namibia’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Saturday, 3 October 2026
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Politics

  1. Cornelia Shipindo appointed NAM-CSIRT Executive Director

    Cornelia Shipindo has been appointed Executive of the Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team (NAM-CSIRT), effective 1 October 2026. She will lead Namibia's national cyber security incident response capability and strengthen the country's resilience against digital threats.

    3 hours ago · Informanté →

Society

  1. Parliamentary inquiry finds widespread failing health infrastructure

    A parliamentary oversight investigation across 10 regions found Namibia's public health system under severe strain, with patients treated in tents and homes, unfinished hospital projects, medical waste in public spaces, and inadequate emergency transport. The standing committee on gender equality, health and social welfare conducted visits between July and August 2025, with the report tabled in parliament this week.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun →

Culture

  1. Windhoek Agricultural and Livestock Show runs five days

    The 72nd edition of the annual Windhoek Agricultural and Livestock Show is running from 29 September to 3 October at the Windhoek Showgrounds, featuring trade exhibitions, entertainment, amusement rides and a fireworks display.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun →

  2. Margot Rothman blends music, fashion and storytelling as artist

    Namibian musician, songwriter, fashion designer and content creator Margot Rothman integrates her creative passions rather than pursuing them separately. She grew up in a musical family and collaborates with her brother Loki, a producer, while developing her own artistic voice through performances and visual storytelling.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun →

Opinion

  1. CAF inspector finds engineering flaws at Sam Nujoma Stadium

    A CAF inspector's assessment has identified significant construction problems at Namibia's Sam Nujoma Stadium, including concrete walls blocking spectator views and inadequate VIP facilities, raising questions about the readiness of the venue.

    5 hours ago · Namibian Sun →

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