President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Saturday used her state visit to Tanzania to push for Africa’s economic liberation, urging countries to turn decades of liberation solidarity into trade, investment and job-creation. …
… Deputy Executive Director and Africa Group Spokesperson Aune Mudjanima addressed the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva following the adoption of the Convention on Decent Work in the Platform Economy, which establishes global labour standards for workers engaged thro …
… Mbambo said the issue of reparations has gained momentum across Africa in recent years, with countries increasingly calling for recognition of colonial-era atrocities and their lasting impact on communities. …
… Post-independence Africa, including Namibia, ended up benefiting globalist capitalists from both blocs, together with liberation movement elites who became the ruling class. …
… Some participants may also gain exposure to international industry events, providing insight into broader discussions around energy policy, investment and technological innovation across Africa. …
… In her message marking the Day of the African Child yesterday, Nandi-Ndaitwah paid tribute to the children who lost their lives during the 1976 Soweto Uprising in South Africa and reflected on the significance of their sacrifice for future generations across the African continent …
An opinion piece argues that Walvis Bay's significance lies not in the port itself but in control over maritime trade routes and the geopolitical power that grants—a principle South Africa understood when it retained sovereignty for four years after Namibia's 1990 independence.
An opinion piece argues that Walvis Bay's significance lies not in the port itself but in control over maritime trade routes and the geopolitical power that grants—a principle South Africa understood when it retained sovereignty for four years after Namibia's 1990 independence.
African football boss Patrice Motsepe defended FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Wednesday, praising his commitment to football and support for Africa, despite growing criticism over Infantino's handling of issues including a suspension decision and tournament format changes.
Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare, speaking after the UN Alliance of Civilizations Summit in Angola, called for Africa to achieve economic liberation so that the continent's resources create jobs and opportunities for its people, particularly youth. He stressed that lasting peace is the foundation for economic growth and that young Africans must lead efforts to transform the continent's economies.
Prime Minister Ngurare represented President Nandi-Ndaitwah at the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations Summit in Angola, emphasizing reconciliation, youth empowerment, and economic cooperation as key outcomes. Ngurare cited examples of religious leaders who overcame past violence to become peace advocates, arguing that African countries must prioritize unity to enable development.
Namibia's government holds a 24% equity stake in the Hyphen Green Hydrogen Project through the Sovereign Wealth Fund, with its share funded through grants from development partners. The country is also expanding uranium exploration in the Omaheke Region and Nasan Energies has acquired 52 service stations to become Namibia's third-largest oil marketing company.
Namibia will host the Sixth Ordinary Session of the African Union Specialised Technical Committee on Social Development, Labour and Employment from 27 to 31 July in Windhoek. The summit focuses on investing in and expanding social protection systems across Africa, and the article urges Namibia to use the event to address broader questions about structuring African economies to create jobs.
The Namibian reports that Namibia's traditional music communities are systematically excluded from commercial benefits when their ancestral songs and rituals are recorded and licensed by outsiders, receiving minimal compensation while those with recording equipment profit from their heritage.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called on Namibia and South Africa to move beyond exporting raw materials, saying the two countries must stop "exporting opportunities while importing prosperity" and instead build regional value chains through beneficiation and industrialisation to create employment.
All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has confirmed that playmaker Richie Mo'unga will not be selected for the upcoming four-Test series against South Africa, as Mo'unga remains ineligible under national union eligibility rules until October due to his time playing club rugby in Japan.
The Cheetah Conservation Fund has been designated the Global Centre of Excellence for Cheetah Conservation through a five-year Memorandum of Understanding with India's International Big Cat Alliance. CCF's headquarters in Namibia will serve as a global hub for training, technical cooperation, scientific research, and knowledge exchange to strengthen cheetah conservation across Africa, Asia, and other cheetah range countries.
During a State Visit to Sichuan Province, President Nandi-Ndaitwah held meetings with Chinese provincial officials and business representatives to strengthen bilateral relations and explore cooperation in agriculture and value addition of natural resources.
Namibia Football Association honoured legend Oscar Mengo for his contribution to Namibian football. Mengo, a former star player for African Stars FC and founder of Liverpool FC, told The Namibian that Namibian football is moving in the right direction but needs better player salaries and sponsorship to develop talent for continental and global recognition.
The World Bank Group has appointed Stefano Mocci as its country manager for Namibia effective 1 July, overseeing the bank group's operations across three institutions and working to support projects aimed at boosting economic growth, creating jobs and improving resilience. Mocci brings more than 20 years of World Bank experience and previously served as country manager for Fiji and the South Pacific and Papua New Guinea.
An opinion piece argues that across religion, economics, and politics, Namibians are promised future rewards—heaven, development, prosperity—while present hardship continues. The piece draws a parallel between Christian teaching on earthly poverty and future salvation, and how structural adjustment programs imposed on Africa by the IMF and World Bank produced different outcomes than for Europe, leaving sub-Saharan states trapped in debt and stagnant growth.
An opinion piece argues that Namibia should move decisively to ratify and implement the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade, as Nigeria becomes the first State Party to secure parliamentary approval and Africa's digital economy becomes an immediate economic priority rather than a future aspiration.
Namibia's Ministry of Health and Social Services received an all-terrain mobile laboratory from the Russian Federation, equipped with advanced molecular diagnostic technology for rapid testing and detection of infectious diseases in remote areas. The donation includes specialized training for Namibian health professionals to support operation and maintenance of the facility.
African carriers recorded an 8.9% year-on-year increase in passenger demand in May 2026, with capacity rising 8.3% and load factor improving to 73.4%, according to International Air Transport Association data. Global demand contracted by 2.2% over the same period, though the decline was less severe than in previous months.
Digital experts and technologists have urged developing nations, including Namibia, to strengthen their own digital infrastructure and reduce dependency on foreign technology. According to professor Adi Fahrudin, technology should reflect local realities and support communities rather than force them to adapt to Western-designed systems that do not account for informal economies.
International tourist arrivals to Namibia fell 3.2% to 1,217,108 in 2025 from 1,257,093 in 2024, with the Environment Minister attributing the decline partly to safety concerns and crimes against tourists, particularly a 27.4% drop from Germany.
SACU has been a significant economic pillar for Namibia since independence, with annual customs revenue supporting education, healthcare, and infrastructure. However, as global trade patterns shift and powerful economies pursue bilateral agreements with individual African nations, SACU members face pressure to maintain collective negotiating strength and adapt to ensure regional competitiveness beyond revenue dependency.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said her State visit to Tanzania laid groundwork for stronger economic cooperation between the two countries, while a reparations conference in Ghana marked recognition of injustices from the transatlantic slave trade. She noted that although Namibia and Tanzania have strong political ties from the liberation struggle, the countries agreed to expand economic cooperation beyond current political solidarity.
The Development Bank of Namibia received a US$1 million grant from the Green Climate Fund following its accreditation in 2025, unlocking potential access to up to US$250 million in future climate financing and strengthening Namibia's position in the global green economy.
An opinion piece argues that across religion, economics, and politics, Namibians are promised rewards later—heaven after death, development after structural adjustment, prosperity after elections—while gatekeepers remain unchanged. The author contends that the same IMF and World Bank institutions that rebuilt Europe after World War II have trapped Africa in debt and stagnant growth.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Tanzania to push for converting decades of liberation solidarity into trade, investment and job creation. She addressed a joint press conference and business forum, urging both countries to translate their strong political ties into tangible economic benefits for their citizens.
Namibia has welcomed the International Labour Organization's adoption of a Convention on Decent Work in the Platform Economy, which establishes global labour standards for gig workers and addresses challenges including unfair pay, lack of social protection, unsafe conditions, and algorithmic management. The deputy executive director representing Africa praised the negotiations as demonstrating what dialogue and tripartism could achieve.
An opinion piece argues that baby abandonment reflects societal failures toward vulnerable women rather than maternal callousness, framing it as a social, economic, mental health and human dignity crisis that demands systemic prevention rather than punishment.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah travelled to Ghana to present the Ovaherero and Nama genocide at a High-Level Consultative Conference on slavery and colonial injustices, where Namibia advocated for a comprehensive framework to address colonial dispossession and genocide committed between 1904 and 1908.
An analysis of South Africa's "Conference of the Left" in Ekurhuleni argues that the meeting signals a return of competing Cold War-style blocs—communist and capitalist—reshaped around state-led development and anti-imperialism versus inclusive capitalism. The writer warns Namibian and African leaders not to be drawn into antagonism that serves these blocs rather than their own material interests.
Young people in Namibia have strong interest in energy, engineering and technology careers but limited exposure to pathways into these fields. As the country expands oil and gas exploration and renewable energy projects, industry experts say a skilled local workforce is essential, and new initiatives are expected to connect students and graduates with career opportunities in the energy sector.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah marked the Day of the African Child by honouring children killed in the 1976 Soweto Uprising and calling for greater investment in protecting and empowering African children, noting that their sacrifice helped secure freedoms many African children enjoy today.