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New Era
HAVANA – The US-imposed oil blockade on Cuba is upending the lives of everyday workers, who are switching jobs and ditching their cars to make do amid rolling blackouts and fuel shortages. …
Starved of fuel … Cubans scramble to make ends meetThe Namibian
… This to avoid double standards, he says. “If you truly recognise national sovereignty and the right to self-determination, you cannot refer to Palestine, the Western Sahara, Cuba and Venezuela while not mentioning the Ukraine. …
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah rejects Africa as global battleground at 39th African Union summit in EthiopiaInformanté
… Ten foreign military attachés and advisers from Angola, Botswana, Brazil, China, Cuba, Russia, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe paid the courtesy call. …
Military attachés meet NDF ChiefNew Era
MOSCOW – The Kremlin yesterday accused the United States of using “suffocating measures” against Cuba, a traditional Russian ally, as an energy crisis on the socialist Caribbean island worsened under US sanctions. …
Russia accuses US of suffocating CubaNew Era
… In Latin America, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Cuba, Chile, and Uruguay have all condemned the raid, urging diplomacy over military intervention. …
Lessons from VenezuelaNew Era
… Hishoono who facilitated Swapo membership cards for early cadres.Former Cabinet minister Helmut Angula echoed this assessment, describing Hishoono as “a fearless patriot, an uncompromising cadre, and a dedicated son of the Namibian soil.” Reflecting on their time studying in Cuba …
A fading generationThe Namibian
… When Angula served as Namibia’s chief representative in Cuba, Hishoono was his second-in-command. …
President honours Matias Hishoono as liberation iconThe Namibian
… Carlos de Cespedes, Cuba’s ambassador to Colombia, told Al Jazeera on Saturday that the US is imposing a “marine siege” on the country. …
Cuban official accuses US of ‘piracy’ against sanctioned Caribbean islandThe Namibian
… In exile, Hishoono was sent to study political science in Cuba, where he later played a leading role in political education during the struggle for independence. …
Namibians pay last respects to HishoonoNew Era
Namibia and Cuba are exploring viable options to establish the long-proposed state-of-the-art pharmaceutical plant in Namibia, which will contribute to the country’s health sector’s self-reliance and security of supply. …
Nam, Cuba health tight to the hip … renew push for joint pharmaceutical plantPrime Minister Dr Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare has reiterated Namibia's call for the lifting of the United States embargo on Cuba, stating the Cuban people deserve to live in peace, harmony and with human dignity. He also reaffirmed Namibia's support for the self-determination of Palestinian and Western Saharan peoples.
18 July 2026 · Informanté →
Prime Minister Dr Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare has reiterated Namibia's call for the lifting of the United States embargo on Cuba, stating the Cuban people deserve to live in peace, harmony and with human dignity. He also reaffirmed Namibia's support for the self-determination of Palestinian and Western Saharan peoples.
18 July 2026 · Informanté →
The long-standing Orange River boundary dispute between Namibia and South Africa remains unresolved despite renewed commitments and bilateral engagement. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed hope the issue will be resolved urgently to provide legal certainty for future generations at the closing of the Fourth Session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission in Pretoria.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
A Namibian solidarity campaign launched in April has raised N$700,000 in donations for Cuba to purchase critical medical supplies, in response to the US blockade on the island nation. The campaign, which has no specific fundraising goal, intends to continue raising funds with a target of N$1 million.
12 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Justice Minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel told the International Labour Conference in Geneva that artificial intelligence can support decent work without job losses if governments prioritize retraining over retrenchment. He cited Namibia's Social Security Commission, which introduced digital tools affecting 65 positions but retrained rather than laid off workers.
9 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah congratulated former Cuban president Raúl Castro on his 95th birthday, paying tribute to his contributions to Cuba and acknowledging Cuba's historic support for Namibia's liberation struggle. The president reaffirmed the deep bonds of friendship and solidarity between Namibia and Cuba.
7 June 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended congratulations to former Cuban president Raúl Castro on his 95th birthday, reaffirming Namibia's longstanding friendship and solidarity with Cuba, and acknowledging Cuba's historic support for Namibia's liberation struggle.
5 June 2026 · Informanté →
An opinion piece by Kae Matundu-Tjiparuro endorses a "Namibians in Solidarity with the People of Cuba Campaign for Humanitarian Aid" launched by the Namibia-Cuba Friendship Association, arguing that Namibians should provide moral and humanitarian support to Cuba given Cuba's role in Namibia's liberation struggle.
22 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the best way to honour fallen liberation heroes is for Namibians to work together in unity for socio-economic development, speaking at the Cassinga Day commemoration in Omusati Region. The commemoration marked the 4 May 1978 attack on the Cassinga refugee camp in Angola, where more than 600 people reportedly died.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
Namibia has launched a national solidarity campaign backing Cuba and calling for an end to the United States' longstanding blockade, with National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila stating that parliament stands united across political parties on the issue and describing the embargo as a violation of international law and sovereignty.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Russia's sanctioned tanker Anatoly Kolodkin carrying 730,000 barrels of crude has reached Cuba, the first oil shipment since January when the US removed Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, depriving Cuba of its main energy supplier and triggering fuel shortages and blackouts on the island.
31 March 2026 · New Era →
SADC chairperson Cyril Ramaphosa issued a statement on Southern Africa Liberation Day (23 March) emphasizing Namibia's 1990 independence as a decisive turning point in the region's liberation struggle, linked to the Battle of Cuito Cuanavale. He called for the region to preserve liberation history, remain united against emerging challenges, and continue supporting self-determination efforts across the continent.
26 March 2026 · New Era →
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa, in his capacity as SADC chairperson, marked Southern Africa Liberation Day on 23 March 2026 by reflecting on regional liberation struggles, honouring freedom fighters and international allies like Cuba, and urging member states to remain united and vigilant in advancing the region's common agenda while supporting self-determination movements including the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic.
24 March 2026 · The Namibian →
At a State House ceremony, Namibia's Head of State Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah addressed the nation's 36th Independence Day, reflecting on the country's sovereignty and the international solidarity that enabled its liberation. She reaffirmed Namibia's commitment to inclusive development, democratic governance, and peaceful coexistence while expressing gratitude to nations and movements that supported the independence struggle.
24 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Ohangwena Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa called on Namibians, especially youth, to strive for a united, peaceful, and developed nation at the 36th independence anniversary celebrations, reflecting on historical sacrifices and expressing solidarity with regional partners against imperialism.
22 March 2026 · Informanté →
Armand Duplantis won his fourth world indoor pole vault title in Torun, Poland, with a championship record of 6.25 metres, while Josh Kerr triumphed in the 3,000m and Switzerland's Simon Ehammer set a new world record in the heptathlon.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake hit off Cuba's coast early yesterday at a depth of 11.6 kilometres, about 49 kilometres south-southwest of Maisi, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage. The USGS alert level was set to green, indicating low likelihood for casualties and damage.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Minister of International Relations and Trade announced that an Intergovernmental Commission and Business Forum with Russia will be held in Windhoek on 16–17 March 2026, focusing on Russian expertise in geological exploration, agriculture, and energy infrastructure to support local value-addition in Namibia's mineral sector. The minister also outlined Namibia's broader diplomatic engagement with countries including South Africa, Angola, Brazil, Cuba, and Venezuela, as well as efforts to strengthen regional trade cooperation.
7 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's immigration amnesty programme, extended to 27 February, has facilitated the voluntary departure of at least 379 foreign nationals, with Zimbabweans accounting for 55% of those who left. The government extended the amnesty—originally set to end 16 January—to allow individuals who had overstayed permits or breached immigration laws to depart without arrest or prosecution, and has now resumed normal enforcement operations.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
New Era editorial argues the six-decade US economic embargo on Cuba is a "man-made humanitarian crisis" that has failed its political objectives while causing severe suffering to ordinary Cubans through trade bans, financial restrictions, and energy shortages. The piece calls for the United States to lift the embargo and allow Cuba to rejoin the global economy, noting Namibia's historical solidarity with Cuba and international opposition to the blockade.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
The Sam Nujoma Foundation has described Cuba's worsening economic conditions as a "man-made humanitarian crisis" caused by intensified US sanctions that have morphed from a Cold War trade embargo into a complex web of financial and secondary sanctions. The crisis has deepened since Venezuela cut off oil supplies after January political changes, triggering rolling blackouts, medicine shortages and tourism decline that Cuban and regional officials warn threatens the island's survival and stability across the Caribbean.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
A US-imposed oil blockade on Cuba, intensified after the fall of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro in January, has triggered severe fuel shortages and rolling blackouts, forcing workers to abandon cars and change jobs, with 96.4% of private businesses reporting severe or catastrophic impacts and food imports crippled by diesel shortages.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
At Ethiopia's 39th African Union Summit, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah advocated for Africa to remain a sovereign partner rather than a battleground for competing global interests, and called for continental investment in water infrastructure and climate solutions. She reported that Namibia's youth unemployment programme has disbursed N$62.3 million to 140 projects creating about 722 jobs, though analysts cautioned that strong speeches must be accompanied by measurable policy implementation results.
17 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Military attachés accredited to Namibia from nine countries paid a New Year courtesy call on the Chief of the Namibian Defence Force to reaffirm their commitment to strengthening defence cooperation, promoting diplomacy and advancing peace and security in the region.
16 February 2026 · Informanté →
The Kremlin accused the United States of using "suffocating measures" against Cuba as the island faces a worsening energy crisis following a US-ordered halt in oil shipments from Venezuela and new US tariffs threatening supplies from Mexico. Cuba has announced emergency measures including a four-day workweek and fuel restrictions as power plants struggle to maintain electricity.
10 February 2026 · New Era →
Venezuela's ambassador to Namibia has urged the country to learn from Venezuela's political crisis and develop mechanisms to protect its emerging oil and gas sector, cautioning that traditional international law and respect for sovereignty cannot be relied upon. The warning comes as Namibia positions itself as a key oil and gas frontier following major offshore discoveries in the Orange Basin.
5 February 2026 · New Era →
Mathias Kanana Hishoono, one of the last surviving founders of Swapo and a key organiser in Namibia's liberation struggle, was buried on Saturday following his death on 14 January at age 89. His passing marks the closing of a formative chapter in Namibian political history, as a generation whose authority was rooted in lived experience of colonial repression and resistance fades away.
28 January 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah attended the funeral of former presidential adviser Matias Hishoono, who died at 94, describing him as an icon and dedicated servant who contributed extensively to Namibia's liberation struggle and nation-building. Hishoono had served as adviser to founding presidents Sam Nujoma and Hifikepunye Pohamba, and as headman of Onambutu Village until his death.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Cuba's ambassador to Colombia has accused the United States of "international piracy" and imposing a "marine siege" on the island by blocking Venezuelan oil shipments following a US military action against Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro. Cuba has sought alternative oil suppliers including Mexico, though analysts warn the already struggling economy could face a breaking point and potential humanitarian crisis without Venezuelan oil.
25 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Matias Kanana Hishoono, a founding member of Owamboland People's Organisation (OPO) which evolved into Swapo, died on 14 January aged 89. Senior government officials and thousands of mourners gathered at his village for a memorial service, with a state funeral planned for Saturday at Eenhana Shrine.
24 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and Cuba are advancing plans for a joint state-of-the-art pharmaceutical plant designed to boost Namibia's pharmaceutical self-reliance and enable SADC exports, following bilateral talks between Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare and Cuba's ambassador. The countries are also considering introducing Cuba's Family Doctor health model in Namibia, building on existing cooperation that has trained 173 Namibian medical students in Cuba and deployed 93 Cuban health professionals across Namibian public health facilities.
22 January 2026 · New Era →