Also known as: president Donald Trump · US President Donald Trump · President Trump · Donald J Trump · United States president Donald Trump · United States (US) president Donald Trump · Mr Trump · Trump regime · president-elect Donald Trump · the former US president · Republican Donald Trump
US President whose administration since 2025 has pursued policies on immigration enforcement, deportations to African countries, diesel exports, military base expansion, and AI regulation.
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Windhoek Observer
Trump imposed 21% tariffs on goods mainly diamonds from Namibia
“In April 2025, Trump also imposed tariffs on a number of countries, which saw 21% tariffs on goods (mainly diamonds) from Namibia.”
Namibia not included in US trade investigation list over forced labourThe Namibian
President Donald Trump has paused attacks on Iran for the second night in a row to give diplomacy more time attacks on Iran
“President Donald Trump has paused attacks on Iran for the second night in a row to give diplomacy more time, the US ambassador to the UN said.”
Trump paused attacks on Iran to make space for talks, US ambassador saysThe Namibian
US President Donald Trump has vowed to take care of the Houthis
“US President Donald Trump has vowed to "take care of the Houthis" but that has not worked before – and without a deal, it will not work this time.”
Houthi attacks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict and more global economic damageThe Namibian
US President Donald Trump reignited the global trade war when he returned to office last year
“The move is the latest escalation in the global trade war reignited by US President Donald Trump when he returned to office last year.”
US imposes tariffs on dozens of trade partners, citing forced labour concernsThe Namibian
US President Donald Trump attended the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium
“A star-studded crowd of 80 663 that included US President Donald Trump packed East Rutherford's MetLife Stadium to see if Argentina captain Messi could crown his glittering career with a second World Cup victory.”
Spain down Argentina to win World Cup, shatter Messi dreamThe Namibian
US President Donald Trump will be among spectators at the MetLife Stadium for the final
“US President Donald Trump will be among a star-studded crowd of just over 80 000 spectators at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford as the largest World Cup in history reaches its climax.”
Messi eyes glorious farewell as Spain, Argentina clash in World Cup finalThe Namibian
Donald Trump alleged 'shocking vulnerabilities' in American voting systems
“US President Donald Trump has delivered a primetime address in which he accused China of interfering in the 2020 election and alleged "shocking vulnerabilities" in American voting systems.”
Trump alleges ‘shocking vulnerabilities’ in US election security ahead of midtermsThe Namibian
Donald Trump has repeatedly made unsubstantiated claims about voter fraud and foreign meddling in 2020 election
“Trump, who spoke from the White House on Thursday, has repeatedly made unsubstantiated claims about voter fraud and foreign meddling in the 2020 election which he lost to Joe Biden.”
Trump alleges ‘shocking vulnerabilities’ in US election security ahead of midtermsThe Namibian
Donald Trump filed personal $10bn lawsuit against the IRS
“The fund, intended to compensate individuals claiming they were unfairly targeted by the government, was unveiled in May in exchange for Trump dropping his personal $10bn lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).”
US judge voids Donald Trump’s $1.8bn settlement with IRS that gave him immunity from tax auditsThe Namibian
President Donald Trump has prioritised white Afrikaners in immigration policies
“This was while immigrants from other countries, already legally in America, have had to turn to a court to get immigration benefits – their case reiterates how US President Donald Trump has prioritised white Afrikaners.”
How Trump’s ‘white preference’ saw 7,727 SA ‘refugees’ enter US while resident immigrants sidelinedUS Vice-President JD Vance urged fellow Republicans to stop complaining about a controversial attack ad that featured a Democratic candidate's estranged mother calling her a liar. The Ramaswamy campaign for Ohio governor paid millions to advertise the ad, which has drawn criticism including from the candidate's brother for turning an alleged sexual assault into a political talking point.
12 hours ago · The Namibian →
US Vice-President JD Vance urged fellow Republicans to stop complaining about a controversial attack ad that featured a Democratic candidate's estranged mother calling her a liar. The Ramaswamy campaign for Ohio governor paid millions to advertise the ad, which has drawn criticism including from the candidate's brother for turning an alleged sexual assault into a political talking point.
12 hours ago · The Namibian →
After talks in Oslo and St Petersburg involving US envoy Steve Witkoff, Ukrainian President Zelensky, and European representatives, prospects for imminent peace remain unclear. The Kremlin described the discussions as yielding little useful progress toward resolving the Ukraine crisis.
12 hours ago · The Namibian →
Protests that began in France over school conditions and living costs have grown into nationwide unrest, with U.S. President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar blaming immigration for the violence. An African immigrant in France's security industry says blaming migrants for the disturbances is unfair and misleading, as the demonstrations are rooted in domestic grievances including education, rising living costs, and public services.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
US government officials raided the home of Minnesota congresswoman Ilhan Omar as part of a federal criminal investigation; the nature remains unclear, though US media reports link it to questions about her US citizenship and whether she lied about her age upon arrival in the US in 1995. Omar says the raid is "the latest escalation" in President Donald Trump's "campaign of political intimidation"; Trump has denied involvement.
16 October 2026 · The Namibian →
A group of 72 retired US military officers has urged the government to cancel plans to publicly broadcast the 3 December execution of Army psychiatrist Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 soldiers at Fort Hood, arguing it would violate constitutional protections against cruel punishment and turn the execution into a spectacle.
15 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Elon Musk has suggested the US government may be behind speed restrictions on Ukraine's weapons connected to SpaceX's Starlink network, which disrupted Kyiv's battlefield missions on Tuesday. Starlink imposed a 100mph speed limit that caused weapons travelling faster to lose connectivity, though service was partially restored by Wednesday evening.
15 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare met with 10 retrenched healthcare assistants who lost their jobs following the withdrawal of USAID and Pepfar funding under the Trump administration, giving each worker N$200 for transport and promising to explore solutions for their reinstatement or alternative opportunities.
11 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Human Rights Watch says the US deportation of migrants to third-party African countries since Trump's 2025 return to office is unlawful and exploits suffering to deter migration. More than 500 people have been sent to African countries where they are not citizens, with some subsequently arbitrarily detained or returned to their home countries where they face risk of persecution or torture.
9 October 2026 · The Namibian →
President Trump said the US moved its bombers from RAF Fairford in the UK because of threats to the base, with the Pentagon confirming about a dozen B-1s were removed to American home stations. Trump indicated the US knew who made the threat but did not identify them.
6 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Donald Trump has said he may ask European countries to release diesel reserves as he mulls a ban on US exports of the fuel amid global shortage and surging prices tied to the war in Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Europe to immediately release such supplies, arguing that US farmers, truckers, and businesses should not bear the burden of rising costs.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the government believes Iran played a part in the RAF Fairford incident that led to five men being arrested and then bailed. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected the claim, saying the UK leader was "barking up the wrong tree."
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
US ambassador John Giordano says American foreign engagement is shifting from dialogue-only diplomacy to "commercial diplomacy" focused on trade, investment and partnerships, with the Trump administration prioritizing advancing American interests and creating opportunities for US companies.
30 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The UK is in talks with US authorities over a potential diesel export ban and preparing contingencies as prices rise amid supply pressures from the US-Israel conflict with Iran and Russia's war with Ukraine. UK Chancellor John Healey stated the government is discussing the matter with the Americans and has diesel stocks available, while noting that the UK depends on the US for around a third of its diesel imports.
29 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his country's military campaigns in Iran, Gaza and the Middle East at the UN General Assembly, rejecting genocide accusations, while Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas told the UN that Israeli policies and military actions in Gaza threaten Palestinian existence and jeopardize the two-state solution.
25 September 2026 · The Namibian →
At the UN, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian rejected US President Trump's threat to "annihilate" Iran, saying the country will never "bend the knee," but indicated willingness for a diplomatic solution. He demanded any deal must end the US blockade of Iranian ships from the Strait of Hormuz and presented evidence of civilian casualties he attributes to US-Israeli strikes.
24 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The US, Denmark, and Greenland have signed a defence deal permitting Washington to build two new military bases in Greenland at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig, while reaffirming Copenhagen's sovereignty over the Arctic territory. The agreement updates a 1951 defence pact and comes after more than a year of tension over the territory's strategic importance and mineral wealth.
23 September 2026 · The Namibian →
G7 foreign ministers have jointly called for Iran to end its support for the Houthis in Yemen, condemning Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and warning that regional fighting threatens energy security. The statement was issued ahead of the UN General Assembly, as thousands of refugees have fled Yemen following Houthi seizure of Red Sea territory including the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
22 September 2026 · The Namibian →
European and North American/Caribbean football federations have called on FIFA president Gianni Infantino to distribute $2.1 billion from FIFA's reserves to its 211 member associations, offering $10 million per association between 2027–2030. The demand comes amid a dispute over Infantino's failed plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors, which UEFA said it would boycott if pursued.
18 September 2026 · The Namibian →
President Trump's administration has approved the sale of nearly 50 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia in a policy shift, but the $24 billion sale has raised concerns from some members of Congress who worry the advanced stealth technology could be shared with China.
18 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The US Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump's plan to restrict mail-in voting before the midterm elections, upholding a federal judge's order temporarily blocking new US Postal Service requirements for postal ballots. Justice Brett Kavanaugh agreed with the ruling but signaled he might later rule in Trump's favour as the case continues.
15 September 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Donald Trump called fears about AI safety a "hoax" and rejected calls for greater guardrails on the technology, comparing warnings to what he termed the "Global Warming Scam" and past political hoaxes, while an Anthropic co-founder had recently proposed mandatory "kill switches" for dangerous AI systems.
15 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The United States Embassy in Namibia joined Americans commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks that killed 2,977 people. The embassy honored victims, first responders, and service members, emphasizing the patriotism and determination that followed the attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and United Airlines Flight 93.
11 September 2026 · Informanté →
President Cyril Ramaphosa is preparing a response to demands delivered by US Ambassador Leo Brent Bozell III on behalf of Donald Trump, covering farmer protection, the "Kill the Boer" chant, expropriation without compensation, BBBEE investment requirements, and South Africa's non-aligned status. Ramaphosa's spokesperson said the reply would be "timely," with Pretoria believing progress has been made on the issues.
11 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Donald Trump promised to pay every American citizen $5,000 if Republicans win the midterm elections, with no details provided on funding or implementation. The announcement was met with enthusiasm from convention supporters but drew mixed reactions from fellow Republicans and scepticism over how the more-than-one-trillion-dollar pledge would be financed.
11 September 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Donald Trump said he does not think the Iran war will end until after November's midterm elections, adding that oil prices will not come down until then. Trump told reporters that "right after the election, oil prices are going to be tumbling downward," and claimed Iran is "desperate to try and affect the election."
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Ministry of International Relations and Trade confirmed receiving communication from the United States regarding the country's position on the International Criminal Court, amid reports that the US is seeking to persuade African countries to withdraw from the ICC. The ministry reaffirmed Namibia's commitment to the Rome Statute and said differences relating to the ICC are best addressed through established legal, diplomatic and multilateral channels, without disclosing the contents of the US communication.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) secured 43.8% of the vote in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt, far ahead of the CDU's 17.2%, marking the first time a far-right party has won control of a German state since World War Two, though the AfD fell short of an outright majority.
7 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Critics are calling on US President Donald Trump to recall Ambassador John Giordano from Namibia, citing controversy over his conduct and diplomatic engagements. The calls follow an incident in which Giordano was reportedly denied entry to the Walvis Bay Town Hall during the National Fisheries Indaba on Friday, though the presidency has distanced itself from the event's administration.
7 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Investor Joshua Kushner said his firm Thrive Capital "would not have gotten involved" in Fifa's failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup for $20 billion if it had foreseen the backlash and political fallout within global football. Fifa Forward Enterprise, which would have raised $4.2 billion for poorer football nations, collapsed amid criticism from Uefa and others who called it a secretive deal benefiting investors.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's government has rejected a US proposal for health data and specimen-sharing worth over N$145 million per year for HIV and tuberculosis programmes, citing sovereignty and privacy violations. The US withdrew the biological specimen component in November 2025, though data-sharing negotiations continue.
31 August 2026 · The Namibian →