Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia — largest Christian denomination in Namibia with over 800,000 members served by just over 140 pastors across approximately 125 congregations.
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Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia ordained eleven new pastors at Western Diocese headquarters
“The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia (ELCIN) ordained eleven new pastors during a solemn ceremony at its Western Diocese headquarters in Nakayale, near Outapi in the Omusati Region, on Sunday.”
Lutheran Church ordains eleven new pastorsNew Era
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia (ELCIN) expressed view that biblical light symbolism encourages believers to be examples rather than using candles during mourning ceremonies
“He explained that the biblical reference to light encourages believers to be examples in society rather than using candles during mourning ceremonies.”
Church, traditional leaders reject candle for the dead … ‘adopting foreign practices could erode Namibia’s identity’New Era
Elcin commended for long-standing and ongoing contribution to social development and advancing well-being of persons with disabilities
“Witbooi commended Elcin for its long-standing and ongoing contribution to the social development of the nation, particularly in advancing the well-being of persons with disabilities.”
Govt promotes rights of persons with disabilitiesNew Era
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia employed Reverend Muha at head office in Oniipa as administrator
“His service began at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia (Elcin) head office in Oniipa, where he was seconded as an administrator.”
‘Ordained by God’ … a shepherd beyond the pulpitThe Namibian
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia had Philip Tjeriye as devoted member and editor of monthly publication 'Immanuel'
“As a devoted member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia, he was, at one point, the editor of their monthly publication called 'Immanuel'.”
A Tribute to Philip TjeriyePrime Minister Elijah Ngurare has proposed a formal partnership between the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia and the Government Institutions Pension Fund.
29 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has proposed a formal partnership between the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia and the Government Institutions Pension Fund.
29 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia ordained eleven new pastors at a ceremony in the Omusati Region on Sunday, with six deployed to Western Diocese congregations and five to Eastern Diocese congregations. ELCIN, the largest Christian denomination in Namibia with over 800,000 members, is served by just over 140 pastors across approximately 125 congregations.
7 August 2026 · Informanté →
Church and traditional leaders in Namibia have rejected the growing practice of candle-lighting vigils to honour the deceased, arguing that the practice is foreign and has no basis in biblical teaching or customary law, with concerns raised that adopting such practices could erode Namibia's identity.
30 June 2026 · New Era →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has appointed an 11-member task force, including former Namibian editor Tangeni Amupadhi, to review salary structures at public enterprises and recommend new pay structures for board members and committees. The task force, chaired by Joseph Diescho, will operate from 1 July to 30 September 2026.
27 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek Council has approved renaming Khomasdal's Rand Street to Joshua //Hoëbeb Street in honour of the 90-year-old former ambassador and politician. //Hoëbeb is recognized for his roles as an anti-apartheid activist, educator, diplomat, and regional governor, including serving as Namibia's first high commissioner to South Africa and playing a key role in Walvis Bay's reintegration into Namibian sovereignty in 1994.
10 February 2026 · New Era →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi visited the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia's Rehabilitation Centre in Oniipa and reaffirmed the government's commitment to promoting the rights of persons with disabilities and building an inclusive society. The centre, established in 1990, provides rehabilitation services across the country with focus on northern communal areas, specializing in support for visually and hearing-impaired learners.
28 January 2026 · New Era →
Religious leaders and marriage counsellors have attributed Namibia's high divorce rate to couples' focus on material wealth, pressure from churches and society, lack of preparedness, and unrealistic expectations. They call for mandatory pre-marriage counselling and education in schools to help couples understand marriage and address challenges before resorting to divorce.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Reverend Paul Muha, recently transferred to Emmanuel Lutheran Parish in Windhoek after 23 years of ministry, is expanding the church's reach beyond the pulpit through home visits to the elderly, group counselling sessions, and confidential support for those struggling with mental health—recognising the rising concerns over suicide in Namibia and believing that presence and care are essential to healing.
12 January 2026 · New Era →