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The Namibian
… ave consulted with the US embassy and are awaiting official communication on the matter through diplomatic channels.” AP received a list of 20 hubs that will still be able to process visas – the closest to Namibia are the two South African consulates in Cape Town and Johannesburg …
Namibians may face new US visa processInformanté
… Together with his wife, Maria, he later relocated to Johannesburg, where they remained involved in broadcasting with the South African Broadcasting Corporation. …
Radio legend Frikkie Wallis passes awayThe Namibian
… The squad was scheduled to leave Johannesburg Sunday morning for a training camp in Mexico aboard a chartered flight, but “experienced challenges regarding visas for some players and officials,” the South African Football Association (Safa) said in a statement. …
South Africa delay World Cup trip on visa snarlThe Namibian
… These include Cospharm, Varichem and Pharmanova in Harare, Zimpharm and Datlabs in Bulawayo (Zimbabwe), PharmaQ in Johannesburg, Q-sol (formerly Sanofi Aventis) in Pretoria, Aspen Pharmacare in East London, and Port Elizabeth (South Africa), Cipla QCIL in Kampala (Uganda), and Ba …
President Highlights the Importance of Local ManufacturersNamibian Sun
… honour African identity, African achievement and the promise of a continent shaping its own future.Yet a striking contradiction unfolded in plain sight.While Africa Day conversations were taking place, thousands across African cities, including Windhoek, Nairobi and Johannesburg …
Homeland or death: When Africans celebrate Europe more than AfricaThe Namibian
… Kamati acknowledges that the route suspension would affect tourism and business travel between the two countries, but notes that travellers can still connect through Johannesburg and Victoria Falls. …
Airports company charts new regional routesWindhoek Observer
Moses Magadza The SADC Parliamentary Forum has formally launched the process to develop a new SADC model law on constitutionalism and the rule of law, with regional stakeholders convening in Johannesburg, South Africa, for a consultative meeting aimed at shaping the proposed soft …
SADC PF starts drafting governance model lawThe Namibian
… Eyewitness News reported that unmarked police vehicles were parked outside a building in Houghton, Johannesburg, where Khan is believed to stay. …
Police generals Feroz Khan and Ebrahim Kadwa arrested in illicit precious metals caseInformanté
… The second fatality was his wife, who disembarked on Saint Helena and tragically deteriorated during a flight to Johannesburg on 25 April 2026, passing away the following day. …
No hantavirus cases detected in Namibia, Health Ministry confirmsThe Namibian
… The Ukhsa says two Britons who had left the ship at St Helena had contacted health officials when they heard about the cases after flying home from Johannesburg and are now voluntarily self-isolating in the UK. …
How worried should we be about hantavirus?The US State Department is reportedly cutting visa-issuing consulates and embassies on the African continent, including Namibia's, according to the Associated Press. The closest remaining visa-processing hubs would be South Africa's consulates in Cape Town and Johannesburg, or Angola's Luanda consulate.
3 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The US State Department is reportedly cutting visa-issuing consulates and embassies on the African continent, including Namibia's, according to the Associated Press. The closest remaining visa-processing hubs would be South Africa's consulates in Cape Town and Johannesburg, or Angola's Luanda consulate.
3 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Frikkie Wallis, a broadcaster and journalist with more than four decades of radio career in Namibia and South Africa, has died at Blaauwberg Netcare Hospital in Cape Town. Known for his work as an announcer, newsman, author and storyteller, Wallis worked with the former SWAUK in Windhoek and was widely known for his popular column "Day That Was."
1 June 2026 · Informanté →
South Africa's national football team postponed their departure to a Mexico training camp after visa problems delayed some players and officials. The Sports Minister said all players had received visas, but the assistant coach, team doctor, head of security and one analyst were still awaiting clearance.
31 May 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Fabupharm, Namibia's only local pharmaceutical manufacturer, amid ongoing medicine shortages in public hospitals and clinics. The visit signals recognition that Namibia should pursue local solutions to strengthen pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity rather than relying heavily on foreign sourcing.
31 May 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that while Namibia and other African cities marked Africa Day to reflect continental unity and achievement, thousands in Windhoek, Nairobi and Johannesburg instead filled public spaces celebrating Arsenal's English Premier League triumph, raising questions about identity priorities and neo-colonial influence over African football loyalty.
25 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
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.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The SADC Parliamentary Forum has launched a process to develop a new model law on constitutionalism and the rule of law, with stakeholders including parliamentarians, constitutional experts, and civil society representatives meeting in Johannesburg in April 2026 to shape the proposed soft law.
12 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Two high-ranking South African Police Service generals, Feroz Khan and Ebrahim Kadwa, have been arrested for alleged illegal dealing and unlawful possession of precious metals. They are among 15 senior police officers scheduled to appear in Gauteng courts this week.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Health's Executive Director confirmed that Namibia has not reported any Hantavirus cases, though the ministry is monitoring the global and regional situation. The statement follows reports of a Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship that travelled from Argentina to Cabo Verde, with five confirmed cases and three suspected as of 6 May 2026.
9 May 2026 · Informanté →
Three passengers have died and four others medically evacuated from a cruise ship that sailed from Argentina a month ago carrying the Andes strain of hantavirus. Health authorities are tracing potentially exposed passengers who have travelled to countries including the UK, South Africa, the Netherlands, the US and Switzerland, but WHO stress the risk to the general public remains low.
8 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Around 150 people from 23 countries are stranded on the MV Hondius in the Atlantic near Cape Verde after three confirmed and five suspected hantavirus cases were identified on board. Three passengers have died, and the WHO says three suspected hantavirus patients have been evacuated to The Netherlands for medical care.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Three people have died after a suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship sailing in the Atlantic Ocean, with two cases confirmed so far and two crew members presenting with respiratory symptoms. Hantavirus is a virus strain carried by rodents, primarily transmitted to humans through inhalation of airborne particles from dried rodent droppings, with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome having an approximate 38% mortality rate when respiratory symptoms develop.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A R200-million cocaine consignment seized in June 2021 was stolen from a Hawks building in KwaZulu-Natal months later; Major General Hendrik Flynn testified to the Madlanga Commission that the sequence of events—including the building's lack of alarm system and security—was "by design" rather than coincidence.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Three people have died from a suspected hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The World Health Organisation reported one confirmed and five suspected cases aboard the vessel, which was travelling from Argentina to Cape Verde.
4 May 2026 · The Namibian →
March and March, described as a civic organisation, is conducting marches across South African cities and demanding tighter immigration controls, stricter visa regulations, and a review of asylum policies. The group uses civic symbolism and nationalism imagery while tapping into grievances around unemployment, poverty, and healthcare to fuel anti-foreigner campaigns.
30 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Anti-migrant marches led by activists Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma and Zandile Ndlovu are staging increasingly bold demonstrations across South African cities with little resistance from authorities. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the surge in threats and violence as South Africa faces pressure to intervene.
30 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Mitsubishi has unveiled the all-new Destinator, a seven-seater SUV starting at N$489,990 that combines rugged SUV appeal with MPV practicality, featuring a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine, flexible seating configurations, and a comprehensive safety package targeted at emerging markets like Namibia. The vehicle has already seen early demand ahead of its official local reveal.
9 April 2026 · New Era →
Usuta Mbaire, City Boys FC captain, traces his football journey from street games in Okuryangava through Fortis Football Academy to leading his team to second-division promotion and now competing in the first division. A central midfielder who credits his mother's support, faith, and a return from setbacks in South Africa with shaping his character, Mbaire emphasizes patience and continuous improvement as keys to his career.
9 April 2026 · New Era →
The City of Windhoek's plan to build apartments instead of freestanding houses is pragmatic given land and funding constraints, but developers risk sacrificing community spaces and livability. The editorial warns that apartment living requires planning for recreation areas and social infrastructure, drawing lessons from Singapore's approach, and calls on the municipality to address internal corruption and executive salaries before expanding housing.
7 April 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa's military has been deployed to five provinces to help police combat gang violence and illicit mining. Security experts warn that military deployment rarely delivers lasting results without addressing root causes of crime, and residents express mixed views on whether soldiers will improve safety.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Team Namibia competed at the 76th South African Outdoor Target Archery Nationals in Johannesburg from 27–29 March with nine archers across multiple divisions, securing several podium finishes including silver medals for Lutz Wahlers, Jannie Meuwesen, Jacqueline Coetzee, and Ilana Malan, and a bronze for Bianca Karsten. Louan Groenewald set a new Namibian national record in the Compound Men 50+ division with a score of 696 out of 720.
1 April 2026 · New Era →
Taimi Nuuyango, a 26-year-old Namibian content creator who began filming beauty tips during Covid-19 lockdown, became the first Namibian content creator to represent the country at the Forbes Africa Leading Women Summit in Johannesburg. She credits consistency and strategy with achieving the recognition, which she says provides visibility for Namibia's media industry and opens doors for future local creators.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Award-winning musician Abner Kangumbe, known as Uno Boy, has returned from a four-year sabbatical during which he studied IT and co-founded an IT business. He is releasing new music and calls for Namibian artists to unite and work together to grow the industry, citing the success of South African artists who collaborate openly.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A nine-member Namibian archery team, including returning medal-winners and newcomers, will compete at the 76th South African Outdoor Target Archery nationals in Johannesburg from 27 to 29 March, aiming to build on six medals won at last year's event.
27 March 2026 · New Era →
South Africa's justice minister Mmamoloko Kubayi condemned the fatal shooting of 35-year-old lawyer Chinette Gallichan in Johannesburg, calling it a direct threat to constitutional order. Gallichan, a legal practitioner at Sibanye-Stillwater involved in a labour dispute, was killed near the CCMA offices; authorities say the attack was targeted and no arrest has been made.
25 March 2026 · The Namibian →
President Ramaphosa's comments suggesting retention of Johannesburg's current mayor signal possible ANC plans to impose a national candidate on the region, while the party's recent march focused on defending national sovereignty appears designed to shift campaign messaging away from local service delivery failures to broader anti-Trump and liberation movement themes.
23 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A data leak reviewed by Forbidden Stories reveals that Russian influence agents engaged in covert operations during South African election campaigns between 2019 and 2025, including secret meetings with ANC leadership, smear campaigns against opposition parties, and fabricated documents. The Company, a network run by Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service, allocated significant budgets for online disinformation campaigns and paid social media influencers to target political opponents.
19 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Major general Richard Shibiri, the SAPS head of organised crime, testified at the Madlanga Commission about how criminal syndicates infiltrate police, but now faces damning allegations that he himself accepted a R70,000 loan from an organised crime accused in September 2024. The case underscores widespread institutional compromise and systemic vulnerabilities in South Africa's criminal justice system.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
According to The Namibian opinion analysis, South Africa's ANC faces upcoming local elections with little apparent focus on governance messaging or strategic preparation, while the party confronts internal disputes, municipal service delivery failures, and dwindling support from coalition partners that could further erode its electoral standing.
12 March 2026 · The Namibian →
While the International Monetary Fund forecasts Africa's 2026 economic growth will outpace Asia's for the first time in modern history, economists warn that this recovery has yet to translate into improved living conditions for ordinary people in major economies like South Africa and Nigeria. In both countries, high costs for food, energy, and transport persist despite macroeconomic gains, and households remain poorer than a decade ago.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →