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Adolf Kaure announced the City of Windhoek approved the allocation of 1 108 erven for township development projects during the latest ordinary Council meeting
“This was announced during the latest ordinary Council meeting last Thursday.”
City approves over 1 100 plotsNew Era
Adolf Kaure is founder of DONLU Africa online music streaming platform
“Adolf Kaure Namibian online music streaming platform, DONLU Africa, has pioneered its DAMP Studio on its website to allow musicians to financially capitalise on the streams and get booked for performances.”
DONLU’s DAMP studio a financial game-changer for Nam artistsNew Era
Adolf Kaure is a journalist for New Era
“New Era journalist, Adolf Kaure (AK), engaged her, touching on an array of issues.”
On the spot with Adolf Kaure – Building brands, shaping mindsNew Era
Adolf Kaure submitted draft National Report for Namibia's 2026 UPR submission
“Adolf Kaure Namibia has submitted the draft National Report for Namibia's 2026 submission to the United Nations Universal Periodic Review (UPR) working group.”
Cabinet BriefsThe 2024 SMART Nutrition Survey found that 49% of children aged zero to five months in Namibia are exclusively breastfed. Deputy health minister Susan Ndjaleka warned that early weaning exposes babies to malnutrition and disease, and called for workplace policy changes including maternity leave and breastfeeding facilities.
5 August 2026 · New Era →
The 2024 SMART Nutrition Survey found that 49% of children aged zero to five months in Namibia are exclusively breastfed. Deputy health minister Susan Ndjaleka warned that early weaning exposes babies to malnutrition and disease, and called for workplace policy changes including maternity leave and breastfeeding facilities.
5 August 2026 · New Era →
Spain and Argentina will contest the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at New Jersey Stadium, with Spain having defeated France 2-0 in the semi-finals and Argentina seeking to defend their 2022 title. The match will be the first time the two nations have met at a FIFA World Cup since 1966.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Spain and Argentina will face off in the FIFA World Cup final this weekend at New Jersey Stadium. The final will be the first meeting between the two nations at a World Cup since 1966, with Spain aiming to add to their World Cup titles and Argentina defending their 2022 triumph.
17 July 2026 · New Era →
Namibia is estimated to record 4,205 new cancer diagnoses annually according to the 2024 Global Cancer Observatory estimates, a substantial increase from approximately 3,700 cases previously. The three most diagnosed cancers are breast cancer (701 patients), cervical cancer (453 patients), and prostate cancer (440 patients), with Namibia maintaining one of Africa's highest age-standardised incidence rates at 202.2 per 100,000 population.
16 July 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has conveyed a message of solidarity and sympathy to Venezuela following devastating earthquakes that have resulted in loss of life, injuries, and widespread destruction. The Swapo Party Youth League and African Union Commission also offered their support to Venezuela.
29 June 2026 · New Era →
The City of Windhoek has approved allocation of 1,108 erven for township development projects, including formalisation of informal settlements in Otjomuise Extension 8 and major developments on Farms 1007 and 1008 in Hadino Hishongwa. The approved projects will provide residential erven, higher-density housing, business sites, public spaces, and land for schools, healthcare facilities, and other services.
13 May 2026 · New Era →
Round 3 of Namibia's National Polio Vaccination Campaign will run from 20 to 23 April, following 90% coverage in Round 2. The health ministry says closing the 10% vaccination gap is critical after poliovirus was detected in sewage samples from Windhoek and Gobabis, signalling active circulation within the country.
14 April 2026 · New Era →
DONLU Africa, a Namibian music streaming platform, has launched DAMP Studio, which allows enrolled artists to earn money from streams in real time and access booking tools and analytics in one place. According to founder Llewellyn Adams, the platform aims to address gaps in infrastructure connecting artists to work and audiences while providing data insights to help musicians make strategic career decisions.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts, and Culture has sponsored N$400,000 to support the Namibian choir Collective Singers for a singing tour in Canada from 11 to 25 April, representing the country alongside choirs from around the world. Deputy Minister Dino Ballotti said the financial support reflects the government's commitment to investing in talent and enabling Namibian artists to perform on global stages.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
Evangelist and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic, born without arms and legs, will visit Namibia on 22 May for two events hosted by the Alliance of Christian Churches. The day will include a National Prayer Breakfast with leaders and a free public conference at Hage Geingob Stadium featuring gospel artists, aimed at promoting spiritual renewal and inspiring hope among youth and people with disabilities.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibia has begun a six-month feasibility study on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) under the International Civil Aviation Organisation's ACT-SAF Programme, sponsored by Switzerland. The study will assess Namibia's readiness in policy, feedstock availability, infrastructure, and investment potential to position the country within emerging green aviation value chains.
7 April 2026 · New Era →
The Aris River bridge on the B1 highway between Windhoek and Rehoboth has been reconstructed and reopened after severe damage from heavy rainfall in March 2025 rendered it unsafe. Additionally, Trunk Road 1/5 was upgraded to a dual carriageway for N$17.91 million, restoring critical transport connectivity.
2 April 2026 · New Era →
Community-based natural resource management programmes generated N$109 million for Namibia's economy in 2025, with 87 registered communal conservancies and 48 community forests supporting sustainable rural livelihoods through tourism, conservation hunting, timber and other natural resource enterprises. The programme, which covers about 60.7% of communal land, employs over 2,591 people and has contributed to wildlife recovery including the return of cheetahs, elephants and black rhinos.
1 April 2026 · New Era →
Namib Chilli, a Namibian condiment producer founded in 2020, is expanding internationally with growth of 267% in 2025 and new distributors in Germany while awaiting deals in South Africa, Europe, North America and the UK. The hand-made product, which reached over 1.2 million units sold in the US in 2023, is locally distributed countrywide and the founders recently hosted the second Chilli Festival in Okahandja.
30 March 2026 · New Era →
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development launched its 2025–2030 strategic plan, anchored on sustainable human settlement, effective governance, and regional development. Minister James Sankwasa urged officials to adopt long-term thinking to support Namibia's industrialisation and align with Vision 2030, warning against short-sighted approaches.
26 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's media sector has expanded significantly from a single state broadcaster before independence to today's mix of state, private, and community outlets. While the country maintains strong media freedom protections and has weathered challenges including rising printing costs and the shift to digital publishing, new pressures from AI and ethical standards in online content present ongoing challenges for journalists.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
The Confederation of African Football stripped Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title and awarded it to Morocco after ruling that Senegal's temporary walk-off during the final—lasting 15–17 minutes when players briefly left the pitch in protest—violated regulations, despite the referee allowing play to resume and reach its natural conclusion with Senegal winning 1–0. Senegal's Football Federation has condemned the decision as "unfair, unprecedented and unacceptable" and announced it will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne, with Namibian referees and pundits expressing confusion and concern about CAF's neutrality and the precedent of overturning a completed match.
19 March 2026 · New Era →
The Republic of South Korea has donated 4,896 tonnes of rice worth N$61 million to Namibia's Office of the Prime Minister for drought relief, with Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare highlighting the government's goal of food self-sufficiency and ongoing bilateral collaboration between the two nations.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa has warned councillors to uphold proper governance standards and settle outstanding local authority bills, or face personal liability and account disconnections. He called on them to prioritize service delivery over party politics and work collectively for the benefit of residents.
12 March 2026 · New Era →
The City of Windhoek Municipal Council has approved interim administrative support and conditional development permissions for residents of Groot-Aub peri-urban area, nearly eight years after a 2018 moratorium blocked construction and administrative services. Residents will now be issued residency confirmation letters, permitted to build permanent and semi-permanent structures subject to regulations, and farmers can register livestock and access agricultural services.
10 March 2026 · New Era →
Multi-award-winning PR consultant and founder of Poiyah Media Consulting Ilke Platt discusses her two-decade media career, the importance of mentoring young graduates, and how the Namibian PR industry must evolve with artificial intelligence and digital platforms while maintaining foundational communication principles.
6 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia has submitted its draft National Report for the UN's 2026 Universal Periodic Review of human rights records. Cabinet also approved cooperation agreements with Malta on research and innovation, and with Hungary on a scholarship programme offering up to ten scholarships per year to Namibian students.
4 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia is set to pioneer Africa's first salmon farming industry with a N$41 million aquaculture farm at Lüderitz, backed by Norwegian company African Aquaculture Company. The project aims to produce 1,000 tonnes of Atlantic salmon annually in its first phase, scaling to 51,000 tonnes, while creating over 5,000 jobs and positioning Namibia as a leader in sustainable blue economy development.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
The University of Namibia Alumni Association's new executive committee, led by chairperson Alisa Amupolo, plans to launch international chapters this year with Zambia under consideration, while strengthening local engagement through a Graduate Mentorship Programme, alumni lectures, and modernised digital platforms.
25 February 2026 · New Era →
Local energy company Nasan Energies has reached the final stages of acquiring 52 service stations from Vivo Energy and Engen Namibia, following a Namibia Competition Commission stakeholders' conference in Windhoek. Interested parties have 30 days to submit data before a final decision is made on the transaction, which would make Nasan the third-largest player in Namibia's retail fuel market.
23 February 2026 · New Era →
The City of Windhoek has signed a memorandum of understanding with the World Wildlife Fund to develop sustainable solutions for water scarcity, waste management, and biodiversity loss through community engagement and ecosystem restoration. The city faces a severe water crisis requiring up to 70% of demand to be met through reclaimed water and aquifer sources, with residents currently under Category D restrictions including a 15% consumption reduction.
17 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibian artists Jyz Yorke, Yung Kavin, and Kidd Mario released love songs around Valentine's Day, with several featuring local languages like Khoekhoegowab and Nyemba to celebrate Namibian culture and promote local music globally.
16 February 2026 · New Era →
Media practitioners and government newsmakers in the Erongo region held a stakeholder engagement conference in Swakopmund, organised by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, to address newsroom challenges and improve communication between institutions and communities. Participants discussed topics including story pitching, editorial standards, news values, and technical broadcast practices to build mutual understanding.
13 February 2026 · New Era →
Home Affairs Minister Lucia Iipumbu told staff that providing good public service is non-negotiable, stating that mediocre delivery undermines state trust. She emphasized the need to improve civil registration processes, expand access to birth certificates and identity documents, and align all ministry work with national development priorities.
10 February 2026 · New Era →
Health minister Dr Esperance Luvindao says Namibia has seven specialist oncologists—one in the public sector and six in private—which is inadequate to meet national cancer care demand. The ministry plans to expand oncology services to Oshakati and develop a National Cancer Control Programme to reduce waiting times.
6 February 2026 · New Era →