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Friday, 24 April 2026
A daily Namibian brief · Est. 2026
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Dawid Gertze

Also known as: Gertze · Ferdinand Gertze · governor Dawid Gertze · //Kharas governor Dawid Gertze · Jacqueline Gertze · Roger Gertze · Governor of the //Kharas region

Dawid Gertze — regional governor of //Kharas, warning administrators against disrespect and absenteeism at the 2026 Regional Council opening.

Mining & Energy

Keetmanshoop Vocational Centre opens for green energy training

The News

Namibia inaugurated the N$107 million Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre (KVTC) on 19 March 2026, a facility designed to train youth in green hydrogen, oil and gas, solar installation, and water sanitation to support the country's southern energy corridor development. The centre welcomed 253 inaugural trainees, including 101 women, and aims to provide international-standard technical certification to build a home-grown workforce for the region's emerging energy industries.

31 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Keetmanshoop Vocational Centre opens for green energy training

    Namibia inaugurated the N$107 million Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre (KVTC) on 19 March 2026, a facility designed to train youth in green hydrogen, oil and gas, solar installation, and water sanitation to support the country's southern energy corridor development. The centre welcomed 253 inaugural trainees, including 101 women, and aims to provide international-standard technical certification to build a home-grown workforce for the region's emerging energy industries.

    31 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 23 March

  1. ACC gathers input for next anti-corruption strategy plan

    The Anti-Corruption Commission held a consultative workshop in Keetmanshoop with //Kharas regional stakeholders to gather input for the 3rd National Anti-Corruption Strategy and Action Plan for 2026-2030. ACC Director General Paulus Noa emphasized that fighting corruption and promoting ethical values is a collective responsibility requiring preventative measures across all sectors of society.

    23 March 2026 · New Era →

Friday 20 March

  1. Keetmanshoop opens first state dialysis centre

    Keetmanshoop District Hospital has inaugurated a state-of-the-art dialysis facility funded by the Social Security Commission, reducing the need for patients to travel to Windhoek for renal care. Health Minister Luvindao said the centre marks a milestone in advancing accessible healthcare and is part of plans to establish a national kidney transplant service.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Women in Namibian sport: progress and persistent challenges

    Since independence in 1990, Namibia has increased women's participation in sport through policy reforms, stronger federations, and greater recognition of female athletes, but challenges remain in funding, infrastructure, and leadership representation. Former Olympic shooter Gaby Ahrens and football pioneer Jacqueline Gertze highlight progress in moving women from spectators to competitive athletes and leaders, while noting the need for mandatory board representation, improved media visibility, and greater support for grassroots development.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 18 March

  1. Keetmanshoop hospital upgraded with new dialysis unit

    The government has inaugurated a N$7.3-million dialysis unit at Keetmanshoop District Hospital and plans to upgrade it to an intermediate facility, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for treatment. The upgrade is part of a N$16-billion national health systems strengthening programme, with over N$100 million already invested in ||Kharas region health infrastructure since 2023.

    18 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 13 March

  1. MultiChoice discontinues Showmax as streaming competition intensifies

    MultiChoice Namibia is phasing out its Showmax streaming service following a comprehensive review, citing significant financial losses and shifting viewer preferences toward on-demand streaming platforms. The company says the decision is part of a broader digital strategy and that it will redirect resources to DStv Stream, though the move has prompted concerns from local filmmakers about reduced platforms for African content.

    13 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 10 March

  1. 24th Nedbank Newspaper Cup launches for April in Keetmanshoop

    The Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, a national football and netball tournament that has run since 2001, was launched yesterday and will take place from 3–5 April in Keetmanshoop with all 14 regions participating. Officials including Deputy Minister of Sport Dino Ballotti and Netball Namibia President Juanita Witbeen praised the event for promoting youth sports development and discovering talent for national teams.

    10 March 2026 · New Era →

Friday 6 March

  1. MTC awards N$300,000 to Brave Gladiators football team

    Telecommunications company MTC rewarded Namibia's national women's football team with N$300 000 following their triumph at the Cosafa Women's Cup, with each player and technical team member receiving N$10 000. Officials emphasised the importance of corporate partnerships in strengthening women's football and called for continued private-sector support.

    6 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 2 March

  1. Nascam defends royalty payout model amid musician concerns

    The Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music has defended its royalty distribution system after a parliament member questioned reports of local musicians earning as little as N$2 per broadcast play. Nascam says the figure is not a fixed rate but is calculated based on total royalties collected from music users and distributed through an automated system, though it acknowledges a need to amend legislation to better address digital platforms and online usage.

    2 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 26 February

  1. MP Shitana criticizes minimal music royalties and missing ISRC system

    Namibian musicians earn as little as N$2 per broadcast play, a rate unchanged since independence, according to MP Frederick Shitana. He called for a national International Standard Recording Code (ISRC) system to help local artists earn from digital platforms and said Namibia's reliance on South Africa for ISRC registration disadvantages creators.

    26 February 2026 · The Namibian →

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