Eighth Administration

Namibian presidential administration under President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, prioritizing education, development, and inclusive growth through 2030.

2025-12-032026-10-31

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October 2026
9 OctNew Era
The Eighth Administration is pursuing productive growth, employment and greater value from Namibia's natural resources
Source
“Nandi-Ndaitwah further stressed that the Eighth Administration, through the Sixth National Development Plan, is pursuing productive growth, employment and greater value from Namibia's natural resources.”
NNN: Workers deserve decent, secure jobs
August 2026
23 AugInformanté
the Eighth Administration remained committed to developing basic sports facilities across all 121 constituencies
Source
“She said the Eighth Administration remained committed to developing basic sports facilities across all 121 constituencies.”
President opens Helao Nafidi Sports Centre, calls for investment in sporting talent
5 AugInformanté
The Eighth Administration has prioritised the creation of 500,000 jobs during the Sixth National Development Plan implementation
Source
“The President said the Eighth Administration has prioritised the creation of 500,000 jobs during the implementation of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6), with mining identified as one of the eight strategic sectors expected to drive employment and economic growth.”
President commends mining sector following 14% contribution to GDP and continued job creation
July 2026
31 JulInformanté
Eighth Administration is committed to prioritising the inclusion of marginalised communities in the country's development
Source
“He assured the community that the Office of the Vice President, as well as the entire Eighth Administration, is committed to prioritising the inclusion of marginalised communities in the country's development.”
//Khumub calls for targeted higher education opportunities for marginalised communities
16 JulWindhoek Observer
The Eighth Administration has elevated sport to one of government's top development priorities
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“Nandi-Ndaitwah said the Eighth Administration has elevated sport to one of government's top development priorities, with 28 sites already identified for the construction and upgrading of sports facilities countrywide.”
NNN backs Team Namibia, vows nationwide sports investment
June 2026
16 JunInformanté
The Eighth Administration has implemented a policy of subsidised tertiary education at public institutions
Source
“The President also pointed to the Eighth Administration's policy of subsidised tertiary education at public institutions as part of broader efforts to equip young people with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to national development.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah honours Soweto children, calls for stronger protection of African children
March 2026
17 MarInformanté
Eighth Administration has a vision of inclusive and equitable development for all Namibians
Source
“Speaking at the opening, Witbooi said the session provides an opportunity for stakeholders to reflect on achievements, identify gaps and align future programmes with the vision of the Eighth Administration to ensure inclusive and equitable development for all Namibians.”
Vice President opens planning workshop on disability and marginalised communities
February 2026
13 FebInformanté
Eighth Administration has arranged bilateral engagements with heads of state, development partners and international organisations
Source
“On the margins of the summit, Namibia has arranged several bilateral engagements with heads of state, development partners and international organisations to strengthen diplomatic ties and advance the country's development, trade and investment priorities under the Eighth Administration.”
President to attend African Union summit
2 FebInformanté
Eighth Administration has four years remaining of its five-year mandate
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“President Nandi-Ndaitwah reminded Cabinet members that only four years remain of the Eighth Administration's five-year mandate and stressed that every decision and action must contribute to effective service delivery.”
President Nandi-Ndaitwah opens Cabinet, calls for focus on education, NDP6, and Vision 2030
1 FebInformanté
Eighth Administration has agriculture as the number one priority area
Source
“Agriculture is the number one priority area for the 8th Administration.”
Zaamwani calls on ministry staff to tackle bureaucratic delays

Mining & Energy

President calls on mining firms to end temporary worker contracts

The News

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on mining companies to stop keeping workers on temporary contracts for extended periods and instead provide permanent employment, saying workers deserve decent and secure jobs that allow them to improve their quality of life. She made the remarks during the opening of the Kunene Mining Summit, which brought together investors, traditional authorities, and political leaders to discuss the region's mining potential and sustainable economic growth.

9 October 2026 · New Era →

Friday 9 October

President calls on mining firms to end temporary worker contracts
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on mining companies to stop keeping workers on temporary contracts for extended periods and instead provide permanent employment, saying workers deserve decent and secure jobs that allow them to improve their quality of life. She made the remarks during the opening of the Kunene Mining Summit, which brought together investors, traditional authorities, and political leaders to discuss the region's mining potential and sustainable economic growth.
9 October 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 23 August

President inaugurates Helao Nafidi Sports Centre in Ohangwena
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah opened the Helao Nafidi Sports Centre, calling it an investment in youth development, community growth and the local economy. She highlighted sport's economic potential and alignment with the Sixth National Development Plan's objectives in youth empowerment and regional growth.
23 August 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 5 August

Mining sector contributed 14% to GDP, paid higher taxes
President Nandi-Ndaitwah praised the mining sector's resilience and contribution to Namibia's economy, noting it contributed 14% to GDP last year and paid N$7.8 billion in taxes in 2025, a 37% increase from N$5.6 billion in 2024. She made the remarks at the 2026 Mining Expo and Conference in Windhoek.
5 August 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 31 July

Deputy Minister calls for targeted higher education for marginalised communities
Moses //Khumub, Deputy Minister in the Office of the Vice President, has called for targeted opportunities in higher education and specialised fields to promote the inclusion and advancement of San, Ovatue, and Ovatjimba Namibians. He stressed that government resources must directly correspond with visible outcomes and criticised the shortage of qualified San-speaking teachers in rural classrooms.
31 July 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 16 July

President pledges nationwide sports infrastructure investment across regions
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pledged to accelerate government investment in sports infrastructure across all 14 regions and handed the national flag to Team Namibia ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The government has identified 28 sites for construction and upgrading of sports facilities as part of elevating sport to a top development priority.
16 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 16 June

President honours Soweto children, calls for African child protection
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah marked the International Day of the African Child by paying tribute to the children of the 1976 Soweto Uprising and calling for renewed efforts to protect and empower African children through access to education, healthcare, clean water and safe environments.
16 June 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 15 June

President launches book on unity, prosperity and transformation
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah launched her book "Building Namibia's Future: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's Roadmap to Unity, Prosperity and Transformation," describing it as a call to action for Namibians to contribute to national development and inclusive growth. The publication captures the President's leadership journey and vision, with themes aligned to the Eighth Administration's priorities including ethical leadership, accountability, education, and skills development.
15 June 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 2 April

President appoints seven new deputy ministers nationwide
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the appointment of seven new deputy ministers across various portfolios including health, transport, environment, and justice, as part of efforts to strengthen governance and accelerate service delivery.
2 April 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 17 March

Vice President opens planning workshop on disability and inclusion
Vice President Lucia Witbooi opened a planning workshop for the Divisions of Disability Affairs and Marginalised Communities, calling for stronger efforts to advance the rights and socio-economic development of persons with disabilities and marginalised communities. The workshop aims to review progress, identify challenges and map out strategies to improve service delivery, with Witbooi highlighting recent milestones including a sign language application launch, the Disability Cost Report, and a revised National Policy on Disability for 2025–2035, while acknowledging challenges such as limited financial resources and institutional capacity constraints.
17 March 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 13 February

President attends AU summit on water security in Ethiopia
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will attend the 39th African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government in Addis Ababa on 14–15 February 2026, where leaders will discuss peace, security, Agenda 2063, and launch the AU's 2026 Theme on water security and sanitation. Namibia is also pursuing bilateral engagements with regional and international partners to advance development and investment priorities.
13 February 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 2 February

President Nandi-Ndaitwah opens 2026 Cabinet, prioritises education and Vision 2030
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah officially opened the Cabinet for 2026, calling on ministers and public servants to maintain focus on accelerating the National Development Plan 6, strengthening education outcomes, and advancing Vision 2030, while upholding integrity and accountability with four years remaining in the Eighth Administration's mandate.
2 February 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 1 February

Agriculture minister calls staff to cut bureaucratic delays
Minister of Agriculture Inge Zaamwani has urged ministry staff to eliminate bureaucratic delays, strengthen leadership capabilities, and streamline internal processes to improve service delivery. She outlined the ministry's strategic objectives for 2024–2027, including food security, sustainable natural resource management, and equitable land reform, and emphasized that agriculture is the Eighth Administration's top priority.
1 February 2026 · Informanté →