Also known as: GRN
The central executive authority of Namibia, responsible for implementing national policies across sectors including energy, agriculture, transportation, and public services.
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Windhoek Observer
Government of Namibia holds 3% equity stake and 51% of voting rights in Rössing
“Rössing shareholders include China National Uranium Corporation (CNUC): 68.6% (majority owner since 2019), Government of Iran: 15% (held since 1976 via the Iranian Foreign Investment Company), Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) of South Africa: 10.2%, Government of Namibia: 3% equity stake (holds 51% of voting rights) Local Individual Shareholders: 3%.”
IDC continues process to sell 10.48% stake in Rössing UraniumWindhoek Observer
Government of Namibia has negotiated Joint Declaration with Germany over many years
“The Government of Namibia and Germany have negotiated the Joint Declaration over many years.”
Reparations Must Be More Than a SettlementInformanté
Government of the Republic of Namibia introduced a Governmental Objective Fish Quota Auction in 2020
“The Commission noted that the Government of the Republic of Namibia introduced a Governmental Objective Fish Quota Auction in 2020, where it set a Governmental Objective Fish Quota reserve price of N$3,000.00 for the freezer quota and N$750.00 for the wet quota for the 2021 to 2023 period.”
Competition commission to investigate unfair pricing in fishing sectorWindhoek Observer
Government of Namibia agreed to settle payment dispute with consulting engineer Farhad Nadimi over unpaid professional fees
“The Government of Namibia has agreed to settle a long-running payment dispute with consulting engineer Farhad Nadimi, trading as Bona Consulting Engineers, over unpaid professional fees related to the construction of the Katima Magistrate's Court.”
Government settles N$900 000 engineer disputeInformanté
Government of the Republic of Namibia signed financing agreement for RMB 200 million grant with China
“The grant agreement was signed between the Government of the Republic of Namibia and the Government of the People's Republic of China, reaffirming the longstanding partnership between the two countries.”
Namibia, China sign N$486 million grant agreement to support development projectsInformanté
Government of the Republic of Namibia concluded a Headquarters Agreement with the Global Water Partnership Organisation
“The conclusion of the Headquarters Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Namibia and the Global Water Partnership Organisation is an important milestone in this new chapter of cooperation.”
Zaamwani welcomes GWPO Secretariat relocation to Windhoek, calls for stronger cooperationInformanté
Government of the Republic of Namibia intervened on two occasions to safeguard national energy security and stabilise NAMCOR
“In response to these challenges, the Government of the Republic of Namibia intervened on two occasions to safeguard national energy security and stabilise the company.”
NAMCOR justifies fuel procurement arrangement amid public scrutinyInformanté
Government of the Republic of Namibia has received representations and concerns from affected employees regarding impact of revised categorisation on duty stations
“He added that, since the implementation of the revised categorisation, the Government has received representations and concerns from affected employees, recognised employee representatives, community leaders, Members of Parliament and members of the public regarding the impact of the revised categorisation on certain duty stations and employees.”
Prime Minister orders suspension of revised remoteness and hardship allowanceWindhoek Observer
Government of the Republic of Namibia received N$280.9 million in dividend distribution
“The largest beneficiary of the dividend distribution was the Government of the Republic of Namibia, which received N$280.9 million, compared to N$212.1 million in the previous period.”
GIPF earns N$134m from MTC sharesWindhoek Observer
Government of the Republic of Namibia owns 50% of Namdeb Holdings
“Namdeb Holdings, which is 50% owned by the Government of the Republic of Namibia and 50% by De Beers Group, and serves as the holding company for Namdeb Diamond Corporation and Debmarine Namibia, paid royalties worth N$260 million to the government.”
De Beers doubles down on natural diamonds with new campaignThe Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa is disposing of its approximately 10.48% stake in Namibia's Rössing Uranium Limited because some of Rössing's shareholders are subject to international sanctions, which conflicts with IDC's internal policies and lender requirements. The disposal process has generated 35 expressions of interest but remains ongoing.
8 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
The Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa is disposing of its approximately 10.48% stake in Namibia's Rössing Uranium Limited because some of Rössing's shareholders are subject to international sanctions, which conflicts with IDC's internal policies and lender requirements. The disposal process has generated 35 expressions of interest but remains ongoing.
8 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah released a message extending congratulations to former President Nangolo Mbumba on his 85th birthday, honouring his decades of service in the liberation struggle and post-independence government.
15 August 2026 · Informanté →
Amnesty International has applied to be admitted as a "friend of the court" in a High Court challenge to the Namibia-Germany Joint Declaration on the 1904-1908 genocide, bringing international human rights expertise to debates over what meaningful reparations should entail for the Ovaherero and Nama communities.
13 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian Competition Commission has initiated a formal investigation into fishing vessel owners and operators for allegedly imposing unfair purchase prices when negotiating quota usage fees with fishing rights holders without vessels in the Horse Mackerel sub-sector. The investigation concerns practices around the Governmental Objective Fish Quota Auction introduced by Government in 2020.
11 August 2026 · Informanté →
Anglo American is advancing its sale process for De Beers while implementing cost-cutting measures in response to weak global diamond market conditions. MoneyWeb reports discussions on a deal valued at about US$1 billion, a steep decline from the company's earlier carrying value of US$2.3 billion after three impairments in three years.
31 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Following the dismantling of Namibia Post and Telecom Holdings, NamPost became directly owned by the Government of Namibia and received a N$407 million windfall from 53 properties donated by its former parent company. NamPost reported a 30% increase in profit before tax to N$76 million for the 2025 financial year, supported by growth in financial services and courier operations.
28 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian government allocated N$90 million (N$50 million from the Long Run Marginal Cost Fund and N$40 million from the National Energy Fund) to cushion consumers against higher electricity tariffs. The ECB approved a 3.7% bulk tariff increase from 1 August 2026, down from NamPower's 8.4% application, bringing the average bulk tariff to N$2.14 per kWh from N$2.06 per kWh.
20 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Government of Namibia has agreed to settle a long-running dispute with consulting engineer Farhad Nadimi over unpaid professional fees for the Katima Magistrate's Court construction, paying N$767,457.92 inclusive of VAT plus 20 percent annual interest from 28 February 2022, down from Nadimi's original claim of N$900,776.15.
16 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Farmers in Hardap Region have received agricultural inputs, tools, and training through a Government of Namibia drought resilience project implemented with FAO and Japanese funding, helping them improve crop production, livestock management, and adapt to climate change.
1 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia and China have signed a grant agreement worth RMB 200 million (approximately N$486 million) to support key national development priorities including school infrastructure, healthcare services, and water supply, aligned with Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan.
27 June 2026 · Informanté →
Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani has expressed support for deepening cooperation between her ministry and the Global Water Partnership Organisation following the GWPO's relocation of its Secretariat to Windhoek, which she described as recognition of Namibia's commitment to water cooperation and sustainable development.
13 June 2026 · Informanté →
NAMCOR has defended its coordinated fuel procurement arrangement as commercially beneficial and aligned with national objectives, citing the need to balance affordability, security of supply, and sustainability while rebuilding financial strength after recent difficulties.
13 June 2026 · Informanté →
Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare has ordered suspension of the revised categorisation of duty stations for the Remoteness and Hardship Allowance with effect from 1 July 2026, pending further consultation. During the suspension period, duty station categorisations and allowance levels applicable on 31 March 2026 will continue to apply.
12 June 2026 · Informanté →
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) increased total dividend payments to shareholders to N$467.1 million in the period ended 31 March, up 26% from N$369.5 million a year earlier. The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) received N$134.4 million in dividends, up from N$106.4 million previously.
9 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
De Beers Group has intensified efforts to boost demand for natural diamonds through a new phase of its global 'Desert Diamonds' marketing campaign, aiming to distinguish natural stones from synthetic alternatives and capitalize on growing consumer interest. Namibia produced 556,000 carats in the first quarter ending 31 March 2026, and diamonds remain critical to the country's economy.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Minister of Works and Transport and Ohangwena Region Governor officially opened the 23 km district road D4119 from Omulonu to Oshuuli on 24 April 2026, funded through Namibian-German Development Cooperation at a contract value of N$53 million. The all-year-round road connects two schools, a heritage centre, and more than 2,000 people in a previously sandy-track area.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Petrofund, Namibia's Petroleum Training and Education Fund, has commenced a two-day workshop to help Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises understand opportunities and global standards required by International Oil Companies in the oil and gas sector. Minister Modestus Amutse emphasised that the initiative aligns with the government's strategy to increase MSME contribution to the national economy from 16% and noted that local capacity development is critical as Namibia approaches its first Final Investment Decision.
22 April 2026 · Informanté →
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, partnering with Enertrag and GIZ, will sign a cooperation agreement under the International Hydrogen Ramp-up Programme to strengthen Namibian supplier capacity in the green hydrogen sector. The initiative, funded by EUR 300,000 from H2UPPP and EUR 300,000 from Hyphen, will implement an Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme to build capability and competitiveness of Namibian enterprises.
20 April 2026 · Informanté →
The Attorney General has asked the High Court to dismiss an application by the Okapare Fishermen Association, arguing the applicants lack legal standing to bring the case. The association has sought relief over fishing quota allocations, employment disputes, and alleged constitutional violations dating back to 2014.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
The Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs spent N$2.5 million on funeral assistance for 363 veterans in 2025/2026, with minister Frans Kapofi reporting that 94% of the department's N$1.5 billion allocation went toward veterans' welfare and preserving liberation struggle history. For 2026/2027, the ministry is requesting a similar N$1.5 billion budget, primarily for monthly grants benefiting nearly 24,000 veterans.
7 April 2026 · New Era →
The Food and Agriculture Organisation and the Namibian government have signed a 2025–2029 country programme framework to address food insecurity affecting 57.2% of the population. The partnership, with three strategic priorities including policy strengthening, value chain development and green growth, aims to reduce dependence on food imports and improve nutrition across the country.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi held a courtesy meeting with the Bondelswarts Traditional Authority, led by Acting Chief Dencil Christian, to strengthen collaboration between government and traditional leaders in community development, cultural preservation, and inclusive governance.
22 March 2026 · Informanté →
NamPost reported progress in strengthening operations and advancing digital transformation at its AGM, declaring an N$8 million dividend to the government. The entity highlighted initiatives under its "Project Sky" digital programme, including digital money transfers and ATM rollouts, while expanding financial services access through its 148 nationwide service points.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's Ministry of International Relations has called for an immediate end to hostilities in the Middle East following recent US and Israeli military actions against Iran, stating that dialogue and diplomatic engagement are the only viable route to lasting peace. The government emphasised its commitment to the principles of sovereignty and non-interference, and aligned itself with the African Union's call for urgent de-escalation.
3 March 2026 · Informanté →
Headspring Investments says it will implement recommendations from the International Atomic Energy Agency following the agency's technical review of its proposed in-situ recovery uranium mining project in the Omaheke Region earlier this month. The company emphasises that the extraction method is water-efficient and widely used globally, and pledges to install observation wells for real-time monitoring of groundwater safety.
24 February 2026 · Informanté →
A UNCTAD and Government of Namibia report identifies significant export potential in critical energy transition minerals, with 33 CETM-related products worth US$221 million in trade-adjusted global opportunities. Asia dominates market potential at 75.4%, led by China, with chemicals and copper products accounting for 91% of weighted export value.
22 February 2026 · Informanté →
Meat Corporation of Namibia has returned to profitability with group revenue increasing to N$1.865 billion and an operating profit before tax of approximately N$106 million for the year ended 31 January 2025, compared to a N$150 million loss in the prior period. The corporation attributes the turnaround to reforms in governance and accountability under its Board-approved Turnaround Plan, with audited results to be formally presented at the AGM scheduled for 20 February 2026.
18 February 2026 · Informanté →
The Government of Namibia expressed deep condolences following the death of American civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson at age 84, with President Nandi-Ndaitwah praising his longstanding support for Namibia's liberation struggle and his global advocacy for justice and equality during the anti-apartheid movement.
18 February 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia has formally signed a headquarters agreement to host the secretariat of the Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO) in Windhoek, making it the world's first Global South-anchored intergovernmental organisation dedicated to water. Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani said the decision reflects Namibia's long experience in water cooperation, transboundary basin management, and its proven track record hosting other regional institutions.
17 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Justice has confirmed it will cover all medical expenses for prosecutor Justine Shiweda, who died in December 2025 following a brutal October attack in which she was shot five times and had acid thrown on her body. The Ondangwa regional control prosecutor spent four months in hospital before succumbing to complications from her injuries; one suspect, a medical doctor, has been charged with murder and conspiracy.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →