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Government of the Republic of Namibia

Also known as: GRN

National government of Namibia, active across diamond production, infrastructure, energy, agriculture, water stewardship, and regional trade.

2022-04-192026-06-08
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  1. June 2026

  2. Windhoek Observer

    Government of the Republic of Namibia owns 50% of Namdeb Holdings

    Source

    “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 campaign
  3. April 2026

  4. Informanté

    Government of the Republic of Namibia has promoted a local content strategy for oil and gas sector participation

    Source

    “Whilst the Namibian government has promoted the local content strategy, which aims to maximise the participation of Namibian businesses and personnel in the oil and gas sector by prioritising local hiring, goods, services, and skills transfer, policy alone cannot ensure participation.”

    Race to get slice of oil and gas cake kicks off as Petrofund hosts workshop for MSMEs

  5. New Era

    The Government of Namibia established a taskforce to investigate the plight of the fishermen

    Source

    “"The Government of Namibia established a taskforce to investigate the plight of the fishermen," he said.”

    Fishermen and AG on collision course …Mbandeka wants the case dismissed
  6. March 2026

  7. The Namibian

    Government of the Republic of Namibia is party to covenant with FAO to transform agrifood systems

    Source

    “It is a declaration of shared intent, a covenant between the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations and the Government of the Republic of Namibia to work together, deliberately and urgently, to transform the agrifood systems that Namibians depend upon for their survival and their dignity.”

    FAO representative Patrice Talla Takoukam at Namibia country programme framework 2025–2029 signing

  8. Informanté

    Government of Namibia demonstrates commitment to working closely with traditional authorities

    Source

    “The engagement underscores the Government of Namibia's commitment to working closely with traditional authorities, recognising their important role in community development, cultural preservation, and inclusive governance.”

    Vice President engages Bondelswarts leadership
  9. February 2026

  10. Informanté

    Government of Namibia collaborated on critical energy transition minerals value chain diversification report

    Source

    “The report is the result of a collaboration between the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the Government of Namibia.”

    Diversification report highlights significant potential for Namibia’s CETM exports to Asia and other key markets

  11. Informanté

    Government of the Republic of Namibia provided continued support including medium-term funding through national budget

    Source

    “Meatco further acknowledged continued support from the Government of the Republic of Namibia, its sole shareholder, including medium-term funding through the national budget framework for the next three financial years.”

    Meatco reports profit, signals recovery ahead of AGM

  12. Informanté

    Government of the Republic of Namibia expressed deep condolences following the death of American civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson

    Source

    “THE Government of the Republic of Namibia has expressed deep condolences following the death of American civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, praising his longstanding support for Namibia's liberation struggle and his global advocacy for justice and equality.”

    Namibia pays tribute to Jesse Jackson

  13. The Namibian

    Government of the Republic of Namibia is hosting the Secretariat of the Global Water Partnership Organisation in Windhoek

    Source

    “The Government of the Republic of Namibia is honoured to formally host the Secretariat of the Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO) here in Windhoek.”

    Remarks by Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform Inge Zaamwani at Global Water Partnership Organisation Secretariat agreement signing
  14. January 2026

  15. New Era

    Government of the Republic of Namibia has largely failed to provide coherent enabling framework integrating civil society into national development agenda

    Source

    “The Government of the Republic of Namibia has largely failed to provide a coherent and enabling framework that meaningfully integrates civil society organisations into the national development agenda.”

    Opinion – The path forward : Namibian civil society
Mining & Energy

De Beers launches Desert Diamonds campaign to promote natural diamonds

The News

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.

Why it matters

De Beers' marketing push and Namibia's Q1 diamond output remain vital to the country's economy and export revenue.

5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 5 June

  1. De Beers launches Desert Diamonds campaign to promote natural diamonds

    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 →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Road linking Omulonu to Oshuuli officially opened

    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 →

Wednesday 22 April

  1. Petrofund workshop prepares Namibian MSMEs for oil sector participation

    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 →

Monday 20 April

  1. Hyphen secures EUR 600,000 for Namibian green hydrogen supplier development

    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 →

Friday 17 April

  1. Attorney General seeks dismissal of fishermen quota court case

    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 →

Tuesday 7 April

  1. Ministry of Defence allocates N$1.5 billion for veterans welfare

    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 →

Thursday 26 March

  1. FAO and Namibia sign five-year agrifood systems partnership framework

    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 →

Sunday 22 March

  1. Vice President meets Bondelswarts leadership on governance collaboration

    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 →

Wednesday 18 March

  1. NamPost reports growth and digital transformation progress

    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 →

Tuesday 3 March

  1. Namibia calls for dialogue to end Middle East escalation

    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 →

Tuesday 24 February

  1. Headspring ready to act on IAEA uranium mining review

    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 →

Sunday 22 February

  1. Namibia's CETM exports offer US$221 million opportunity, Asia leads

    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 →

Wednesday 18 February

  1. Meatco reports profit after five years of consecutive losses

    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 →

  2. Namibia mourns death of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson

    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 →

Tuesday 17 February

  1. Namibia hosts Global Water Partnership Organisation Secretariat

    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 →

Wednesday 11 February

  1. State covers medical bills of slain prosecutor Justine Shiweda

    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 →

Monday 9 February

  1. Namibia validates AfCFTA trade guide for businesses

    Namibia is validating a step-by-step guide to help businesses navigate cross-border trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area, addressing long-standing challenges with rules of origin, customs procedures and border processes. The guide, developed with UN support, aims to empower MSMEs and expand Namibian exports to African markets beyond the current narrow concentration of products and destinations.

    9 February 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 31 January

  1. President welcomes Galp-TotalEnergies merger, touts job creation

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met with management from Galp and TotalEnergies to discuss their merger and partnership, expressing support and highlighting the partnership's expected employment benefits for Namibian youth. The President emphasised that Namibia has created a conducive business environment for investors operating within the law.

    31 January 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 30 January

  1. Namibian civil society must reduce donor dependence, build local funding

    An opinion piece argues that Namibian CSOs have become trapped in donor-dependent cycles, driven by foreign funding priorities rather than local needs, and proposes reforms including a national civil society fund, government service contracting, domestic resource mobilisation, and stronger accountability to communities rather than foreign donors.

    30 January 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 15 January

  1. Government revives chicken project for Okambebe youth employment

    A government-funded chicken project, revived through the Ongenga Constituency Development Fund, will provide community members with chickens and eggs to raise and sell, aiming to create rural employment, support small businesses, and improve food security. The initiative, managed by a youth committee and supported by training from the Ongwediva Rural Development Centre, is expected to be fully operational within three months.

    15 January 2026 · New Era →

Monday 12 January

  1. GIPF launches pension-backed home loan scheme today

    The Government Institutions Pension Fund's Pension-Backed Home Loan Scheme officially launches today, allowing active government employees and members on disability to use pension savings as collateral for purchasing or improving homes in urban and rural areas. The scheme is administered by First Capital Treasury Solutions and Kuleni Financial Services, and excludes loans for debt consolidation, appliances, livestock, and vehicles.

    12 January 2026 · New Era →

Friday 9 January

  1. Giant African Bullfrog harvest unregulated despite legal protection

    An opinion piece argues that the Giant African Bullfrog, legally protected under Namibia's Nature Conservation Ordinance and found primarily in central and northern regions, is being harvested illegally for consumption and sale in informal markets without required permits—particularly on communal land where the State is the lawful proprietor. Unregulated harvesting risks population declines and ecological imbalance through disruption of food webs and predator-prey relationships.

    9 January 2026 · New Era →

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