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The Namibian
… There are less than 7 000 cheetahs in Africa, spread across 23 countries. When Marker began working in Namibia in the 1980s, her research found that farmers had killed at least half of the country’s cheetah population. …
Cheetah conservation and farmers can coexist in Namibia – CCF founder Laurie MarkerThe Namibian
… Meanwhile, Africa’s added capacity amounted to just 1.6% of all global additions despite its capacity rising by a record 15.9%, driven by Ethiopia, South Africa and Egypt. …
Renewable power now close to 50% worldwideNew Era
DJIBOUTI − Djibouti’s leader, Ismail Omar Guelleh, is expected to win a presidential election tomorrow, extending his 27-year rule of the tiny, highly strategic Horn of Africa nation. …
Djibouti’s president set to win sixth termThe Namibian
… Africa’s business events industry is projected to grow from approximately US$16.6 billion to US$65.6 billion by 2032. …
Windhoek: A Capital City That’s Forgotten Its AmbitionNew Era
… Ashipala-Musavyi also directly linked Namibia’s strategy to rising global instability, including conflicts in Africa and the Middle East. …
Namibia doubles down on economic diplomacy … foreign missions get over N$952mNew Era
… Ethiopia, a nation in the Horn of Africa with around 130 million people, is particularly vulnerable as it imports all its petrol, primarily from the Gulf. …
Ethiopia rations fuel, prioritises key vehiclesNew Era
With the support of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), 260 small business owners in Namibia recently completed training in essential financial management skills to sustain their businesses and support their families. …
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa backs small business growthNew Era
… Within Africa, Namibia slid from 4th place in 2024 to 7th in 2025, which is a concerning signal for a country that has historically marketed itself as one of the continent’s most stable mining jurisdictions. …
Mining chamber cautions of policy uncertainty spooking investorsNew Era
Namibia has called for urgent economic transformation among developing countries, warning that continued reliance on exporting raw materials is costing jobs and weakening economies across Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific. …
‘End raw deals’ …Hengari pushes for value addition agendaNew Era
… The 26 February ban covered exports of all raw minerals but focused on raw lithium, a critical mineral for which Zimbabwe is Africa’s largest producer, shipping most of it to China’s massive rechargeable battery sector. …
Zimbabwe lithium export ban triggers crackdownAn 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.
9 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
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.
9 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
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.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
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.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
21 July 2026 · Informanté →
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.
20 July 2026 · Informanté →
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.
20 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
18 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
9 July 2026 · Informanté →
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.
9 July 2026 · Informanté →
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.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
6 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
5 July 2026 · Informanté →
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.
1 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
30 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
30 June 2026 · Informanté →
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.
29 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
24 June 2026 · New Era →
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.
24 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
24 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
22 June 2026 · New Era →
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.
20 June 2026 · Informanté →
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.
18 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
18 June 2026 · New Era →
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.
18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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.
17 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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.
17 June 2026 · New Era →