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Windhoek Observer
Political analyst Joubert Harushando questioned what evidence existed to support the tribal claim
“Meanwhile political analyst Joubert Harushando said Naude's frustration was understandable, but questioned what evidence existed to support the tribal claim.”
Naude’s ‘wambo child’ remarks ignite tribalism debateWindhoek Observer
Analyst Joubert Harushando said Sankwasa's concerns were legitimate
“Analyst Joubert Harushando said Sankwasa's concerns were legitimate, particularly as globalisation increasingly influences how Africans dress, communicate, consume media and understand beauty.”
Analysts split over Sankwasa’s cultural influence warningWindhoek Observer
Joubert Harushando welcomed the initiative, saying Namibia needs more dialogue spaces
“Political analyst and commentator Joubert Harushando welcomed the initiative, saying Namibia needs more spaces where leaders and citizens can engage honestly on national issues.”
Hage Geingob Centre launches inaugural town hall dialogueWindhoek Observer
Political analyst and commentator Joubert Harushando said political and economic empowerment should complement one another for inclusive development
“Political analyst and commentator Joubert Harushando said political empowerment and economic empowerment should complement one another if Namibia is to achieve inclusive development.”
‘Political freedom incomplete without women’s economic empowerment’ – ShaningwaWindhoek Observer
Political analyst Joubert Harushando said labour disputes reflect broader economic frustrations among workers
“Political analyst Joubert Harushando said labour disputes increasingly reflect broader economic frustrations among workers.”
Katima Mulilo Furnmart workers reject 5% pay offer, demand 8% salary increaseWindhoek Observer
Political analyst Joubert Harushando said the President's remarks amount to an acknowledgement that government interventions alone have been insufficient
“Political analyst and commentator Joubert Harushando said the President's remarks amount to an acknowledgement that government interventions alone have been insufficient to tackle the country's socio-economic problems.”
‘Government alone cannot fix Namibia’ — NNNWindhoek Observer
Joubert Harushando said real issue is transparency, not whether President's family can participate in business
“Political analyst and commentator Joubert Harushando said the debate should not be reduced to whether the President's family is allowed to participate in business.”
Presidency denies NNN’s role in N$612 million solar projectWindhoek Observer
Joubert Harushando said public scepticism develops from frustration and perceptions of inconsistent accountability
“Political analyst and commentator Joubert Harushando said public scepticism toward police accounts often develops from years of frustration and perceptions that accountability is inconsistent.”
Police denies Okondjatu shooting cover-upWindhoek Observer
Political analyst Joubert Harushando said border operations become vulnerable when staffing levels are too low
“Political analyst Joubert Harushando said border operations become vulnerable when staffing levels are too low.”
Travellers hit by immigration delays at NgomaSean Naude, involved in the search for 15-year-old Erwin Bezuidenhaupt who reportedly drowned at Swakopmund marina in July, claimed on Facebook that authorities would have recovered the teenager's remains sooner had he been a "wambo child," a remark that has ignited debate over tribalism, privilege, and whether race belongs in the search effort.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Sean Naude, involved in the search for 15-year-old Erwin Bezuidenhaupt who reportedly drowned at Swakopmund marina in July, claimed on Facebook that authorities would have recovered the teenager's remains sooner had he been a "wambo child," a remark that has ignited debate over tribalism, privilege, and whether race belongs in the search effort.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Minister James Sankwasa warned against foreign cultural influence in Africa, questioning the adoption of trends like Brazilian hairstyles and artificial nails at the Olufuko Cultural Festival gala dinner. Analysts remain split: one supports his concerns about globalisation weakening local practices, while another cautions against framing cultural identity as a binary choice between "African" and "foreign."
11 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Hage Geingob Presidential Centre will hold an inaugural town hall conversation on Monday, intended to become an annual platform for dialogue between leaders, young people, academics and citizens on issues shaping Namibia's future. The event coincides with what would have been Geingob's 85th birthday and aims to preserve his legacy of consultation, inclusive governance and citizen participation.
3 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
SWAPO secretary general Sophia Shaningwa has called for greater economic empowerment of women, saying Namibia's political independence remains incomplete unless women are fully integrated into the country's economy. She said although Namibia has advanced women's participation in politics and leadership, more must be done to ensure women have access to economic opportunities, finance, skills development and sustainable livelihoods.
3 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Furnmart workers in Katima Mulilo joined a nationwide strike after rejecting the company's 5% salary increase offer. The workers, represented by MANWU, are demanding an 8% increment, a monthly housing allowance of N$500, one day off monthly, and safety boots, citing rising transport and food costs.
23 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said Namibia's unemployment, poverty and inequality require collective action from citizens, businesses and communities, not government action alone. She called for active participation in nation-building and urged citizens to engage in community development and national dialogue.
15 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian Presidency has rejected allegations that President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and her family were involved in a proposed N$612 million solar power project linked to the Tsumeb smelter, stating the head of state played no role in negotiation, financing, approval or implementation. The denial comes after opposition leader Panduleni Itula questioned the ownership structure and alleged companies associated with the President's sons were involved.
8 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Chiefs from Kavango East and West say government-driven communal land reforms could weaken customary authority and increase pressure on ancestral land. They warned that formal land registration could lead to increased land sales and leave future generations without access to ancestral land, citing a conflict between customary practices and statutory law.
26 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibian Police Force denied allegations of concealing details about a shooting incident at Okondjatu settlement on 4 May in Otjozondjupa region, where officers shot and injured a suspect armed with a machete in what police described as self-defence. The incident has renewed public debate around police use of force and the credibility of internal investigations.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Travellers reported hours-long delays and disrupted services at Ngoma Border Post on Wednesday due to a medical emergency involving an officer who opens the post, with services resuming around 11h00 after additional officers were deployed. Control immigration officer Irvine Mushanana acknowledged ongoing staffing shortages at the border post during busy periods.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →