Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah joined Ethiopian Airlines at Hosea Kutako International Airport to commemorate the airline’s 80th anniversary, using the occasion to highlight progress in women’s empowerment and to call for continued efforts to advance gender equal …
Staff Reporter PROFLIGHT Zambia marked its inaugural Lusaka–Windhoek flight with a ceremonial landing at Hosea Kutako International Airport, introducing a new three-times-weekly service aimed at boosting trade, tourism and regional connectivity between Namibia and Zambia. …
Staff Reporter THE Namibia Water Corporation, NamWater, has announced a scheduled water supply interruption on Friday, 20 February, for the City of Windhoek and surrounding areas, which include Finkenstein, Herbothsbrick and Hosea Kutako International Airport. …
… The two-day cycling competition will take place on the new A1 Dr Hage Geingob Freeway (Hosea Kutako International Airport Road), with potentially over 120 cyclists participating. …
… The two-day cycling event will be held on the new A1 Dr Hage Geingob Freeway (Hosea Kutako International Airport Road) and is expected to attract more than 120 cyclists from across the country. …
… This included the opening of a second outlet at Hosea Kutako International Airport, as well as the launch of CHOW NOW by Taste in 2024 at the Nedbank head office in Freedom Plaza. …
Namibia Air (Pty) Ltd has proposed one-way ticket prices below N$2,000 on regional routes, with Windhoek-Johannesburg flights estimated at N$1,881.88 and Windhoek-Cape Town at approximately N$1,939.08, excluding airport taxes and security charges. The carrier is seeking Transport Commission approval to operate scheduled and non-scheduled passenger and cargo services, with actual fares to vary by demand, booking periods, and operational factors under a dynamic pricing model.
Namibia Air (Pty) Ltd has proposed one-way ticket prices below N$2,000 on regional routes, with Windhoek-Johannesburg flights estimated at N$1,881.88 and Windhoek-Cape Town at approximately N$1,939.08, excluding airport taxes and security charges. The carrier is seeking Transport Commission approval to operate scheduled and non-scheduled passenger and cargo services, with actual fares to vary by demand, booking periods, and operational factors under a dynamic pricing model.
The Hospitality Association of Namibia says tourists find Windhoek lacks sufficient attractions and events, with feedback that museums and historical buildings are not properly promoted. While the city serves as a gateway to Namibia's tourism destinations, urban tourism remains limited to historic landmarks and township experiences.
Laliq Adams, a young track-and-field athlete specialising in throwing events, won three gold medals at the 2026 World Youth Games in Gothenburg, Sweden, in the Girls U14 division (shot put, javelin, and discus). She returned home with the NAPSO team, which brought back six medals in total.
The upgrade of the Windhoek-Okahandja Section 4A road to dual carriageway freeway standard has been completed at a cost of approximately N$1 billion and created 379 jobs. Active road projects in the Khomas region now exceed N$1.9 billion across four major contracts.
NamWater announced a scheduled water supply interruption on Friday, 26 June 2026, from 14:00 to 19:00, affecting customers supplied from the Von Bach Water Treatment Plant due to a planned NamPower outage to connect a mobile substation. The outage will affect the City of Windhoek, Okahandja Municipality, Gross Barmen, Osona Military Base, Osona Village, Namib Poultry Industries, Okapuka Road Traffic Checkpoint, Finkenstein, Herbothsbrick and Hosea Kutako International Airport, among other areas.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said her State visit to Tanzania laid groundwork for stronger economic cooperation between the two countries, while a reparations conference in Ghana marked recognition of injustices from the transatlantic slave trade. She noted that although Namibia and Tanzania have strong political ties from the liberation struggle, the countries agreed to expand economic cooperation beyond current political solidarity.
Zambia and Zimbabwe have signed the Aviation Carbon Market Compact as part of the Supporting Alliance for CORSIA Eligible Emissions Unit (EEU) Supply, a global initiative to scale up carbon credits for international aviation. The alliance now includes 50 entities and aims to meet CORSIA's expected demand for 225–250 million carbon credits by spring 2027.
Namibia Airports Company says Ondangwa, Rundu, Lüderitz, Keetmanshoop and Katima Mulilo airports remain unprofitable, with only Hosea Kutako International Airport operating at a profit and Walvis Bay closest to breaking even. NAC spent N$13.2 million on airport maintenance in 2024/25 and increased its budget to N$20 million for 2025/26, though a spokesperson says this remains insufficient as underlying assets depreciate at around 7.2% annually.
Swiss leisure airline Edelweiss has introduced direct flights between Zurich and Windhoek in response to growing demand for nature-based tourism and Namibia's positioning as a premium safari destination. The airline increased the route from two to three weekly flights during its inaugural season due to strong early demand, with Switzerland ranked as the fifth most important European source market for Namibia in 2025.
NamWater has rescheduled a planned water supply interruption at Von Bach Treatment Plant to Friday, 05 June 2026, from 07:00 to 18:00, at NamPower's request to accommodate a scheduled power outage. The interruption will affect the City of Windhoek, Okahandja Municipality, and multiple other customers, as pump stations will be unable to transfer water while the 11kV and 66kV busbar are extended to a mobile substation.
NamWater has scheduled a power outage at its Von Bach Treatment Plant from 07h00 to 18h00 on Friday to extend electrical busbars, which will affect water supply to Windhoek, Okahandja, and surrounding areas including Hosea Kutako International Airport. The Windhoek municipality says it will fill reservoirs beforehand to minimise disruption.
Swiss carrier Edelweiss has begun non-stop service between Zurich and Windhoek with two weekly flights on Mondays and Fridays, adding a third frequency on Wednesdays from July 2026. The inaugural flight landed at Hosea Kutako International Airport on Monday carrying 285 passengers.
Edelweiss airline launched a non-stop commercial service between Zurich and Windhoek, carrying 285 passengers on the inaugural flight to Namibia and 261 departing for Switzerland. The Namibia Airports Company says the service will initially operate twice weekly, with plans to expand to three weekly flights from mid-July, marking a milestone for the country's aviation and tourism sectors.
The Namibia Airports Company is pursuing new regional and international air routes following Air Botswana's suspension of the Windhoek-Gaborone service in August 2025. NAC says it operates across six African countries excluding Botswana and three European destinations, and remains positive about restoring direct connectivity between Windhoek and Gaborone.
A Desert Air plane carrying three members of the Lohmiller family and pilot Martin Funck crashed near Hammerstein Lodge in southwestern Namibia on 10 May while travelling from Windhoek to Sossusvlei. Richard Lohmiller was a long-time CEO of Kaufland Germany.
A Cessna 210 crashed on 10 May 2026 near Sossusvlei while en route from Hosea Kutako International Airport, killing three German visitors—Silke Lohmiller (61), her husband Richard (66), and their son Henry (19)—plus a fourth victim. The wreckage was discovered the following morning, with recovery efforts ongoing.
A Cessna 210 crashed and burned near Sossusvlei in the Hardap Region on 10 May, killing a German pilot working for Desert Air and three German tourists. The aircraft took off from Helena farm near Hosea Kutako International Airport headed to Keerweder; the operator lost radar contact about five minutes before the scheduled landing, when the crash is believed to have occurred.
NamPower has scheduled a planned power outage at the Von Bach Base substation on 22 May 2026 from 07:00 to 18:00 to extend busbar connections to a mobile substation. The outage will temporarily disrupt water supply operations at the NamWater Von Bach Treatment Plant and affect customers in Windhoek, Okahandja, and surrounding areas including Hosea Kutako International Airport.
Namibia Airports Company chief executive Bisey /Uirab says the country has sufficient fuel capacity to bridge short-term supply constraints amid geopolitical tensions affecting shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Fuel suppliers at Namibian airports are contractually required to maintain reserves of Jet A1 and FGas.
Edelweiss Air will expand its direct Zürich–Windhoek service to three weekly flights from July 2026, up from two weekly flights starting June 2026, using an Airbus A350-900. The expansion is expected to boost inbound tourism to destinations including Etosha National Park, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund and the Skeleton Coast.
The Namibia Airports Company is advancing plans to expand Hosea Kutako International Airport with preliminary cost estimates ranging from N$4 billion to N$5 billion, targeting completion by 2030 to accommodate rising passenger volumes. The new passenger terminal is intended to reinforce the airport's role as Namibia's primary international gateway, with projections indicating capacity constraints by 2029 or 2030.
The government has confirmed plans to expand Hosea Kutako International Airport, including construction of a third terminal, as part of efforts to increase capacity and position Namibia as a regional aviation hub. The upgrades will include improving air navigation systems and expanding passenger handling capacity, with the government exploring public-private partnerships to finance the infrastructure.
Namibia Airports Company's Hosea Kutako and Walvis Bay international airports have attained Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 1 from Airports Council International Africa, confirming they have measured and compiled their carbon footprint and established a foundation for long-term carbon management strategies.
An opinion piece criticizes Windhoek's city administration for 35 years of poor road maintenance, excessive executive salaries (N$4.4–5 million annually), lack of industrial strategy, and failure to develop infrastructure despite being Namibia's capital and face to the world. The author calls for the president and national Cabinet to intervene and demands the city leadership develop concrete plans for urban growth, industrial zones, conference facilities, and informal settlement upgrading.
The High Court upheld appeals by six accused in the Namcor fraud and corruption case, granting them bail with restrictions on travel and movement. Judge Philanda Christiaan cautioned that courts should avoid informal labels like "Fuelrot" in discussing criminal cases, as such terminology can imply prejudgement and undermine public trust in judicial impartiality.
Six individuals charged in the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia fraud and corruption case have been granted bail by the Windhoek High Court after successful appeals, with the court finding material misdirections in the magistrate's earlier refusal. The accused include former Namcor executives and businessmen and are subject to strict conditions including movement restrictions and reporting requirements.
The Namibia Revenue Agency seized over 56kg of khat (a stimulant plant classified as illegal in Namibia) worth about N$28 million from a cargo consignment at Hosea Kutako International Airport. One suspect was apprehended and is expected to appear in court as investigations continue.
Namibia's Tourism Protection Unit and Gondwana Collection are collaborating to enhance visitor safety through initiatives including the 'Gondwana Traveller Passport' booklet and visible police presence at Hosea Kutako International Airport. The effort aims to provide arriving tourists with practical safety guidance and reassurance as they begin their journeys.
Namibia Aquatics Sports Federation sent four swimmers aged 17–18 to the South African National Youth Swimming Championships in Port Elizabeth this week to showcase their talent and gain exposure at international standard competitions.
NamWater has announced a scheduled maintenance shutdown of the Otjihase Pump Station on 19 March 2026 due to NamPower work on an electrical reticulation line, affecting some downstream customers in the Brakwater area; the City of Windhoek and major storage reservoirs will not be affected.