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Adolf Kaure

Also known as: AK · Diogene Ochs · D-Jay · the iconic artist

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Erongo media stakeholders convene to strengthen regional communication

The News

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 →

Friday 13 February

  1. Erongo media stakeholders convene to strengthen regional communication

    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 →

Tuesday 10 February

  1. Minister demands better service delivery at Home Affairs

    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 →

Friday 6 February

  1. Namibia has only one public oncologist, health minister says

    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 →

  2. Windhoek council chair outlines procedures for agenda recommendations

    The City of Windhoek council management committee chair explained the structure and procedures for making recommendations to council agenda points, following a councillor's concern that trivial matters like street naming were being prioritized over socio-economic development issues.

    6 February 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 5 February

  1. O&L donates N$500,000 to Windhoek Central Hospital cancer care

    Ohlthaver & List Group has donated N$500,000 to support cancer treatment at the AB May Cancer Care Centre at Windhoek Central Hospital. Health Minister Dr Esperance Luvindao said the government is committed to cancer prevention, early detection and treatment, and called on other corporate entities to join the effort.

    5 February 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 4 February

  1. Malaria cases surge 68% in Namibia during January 2026

    Namibia recorded 8,760 confirmed malaria cases in the first four weeks of 2026—a 68% increase compared to the same period in 2025—with 604 hospital admissions and 11 deaths. Twenty health districts have surpassed epidemic thresholds, with Katima Mulilo and Outapi districts reporting the highest case numbers.

    4 February 2026 · New Era →

Monday 2 February

  1. D-Jay releases 23-year Greatest Hits compilation in two volumes

    Namibian rapper Diogene Ochs, known as D-Jay, released a double album compilation of his greatest hits spanning 23 years, with Volume 1 on 26 January and Volume 2 released recently. The award-winning artist said the albums represent his legacy and feature songs from five studio albums, two mixtapes, and singles, along with four new recordings, and will not be sold but offered as a tribute to his fans.

    2 February 2026 · New Era →

  2. Namib Mills and union reach partial wage agreement

    Namib Mills and the Namibian Revolutionary Transport and Manufacturing Union reached a partial agreement on wages after a three-week strike involving over 95% of workers, with the minister's mediation securing agreement on yearly salary boosts, salary adjustments, and allowances; three issues remain unresolved.

    2 February 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 22 January

  1. Namibia's Q4 hotel occupancy falls 2.5% year-on-year

    Hotel room occupancy in Namibia for the fourth quarter of 2025 dropped 2.5% to 51.99% annually, according to the Hospitality Association of Namibia. While European tourists increased, particularly from D.A.CH countries, the sector faces challenges from high pricing and potential new levies.

    22 January 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 21 January

  1. Former refugees and Swapo remain at impasse over 1989 repatriation funds

    A meeting between government representatives and the Former Refugees Repatriation Association of Namibia (FRRAN) failed to resolve disputes over alleged UN-provided repatriation funds from 1989. The UNHCR representative stated that post-repatriation funds were not earmarked and that all assistance was fully accounted for, but FRRAN members rejected these explanations and plan to escalate their demands to the President.

    21 January 2026 · New Era →

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