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Windhoek Observer
Staff Writer Nedbank Namibia held client engagement meetings in Rundu and Katima Mulilo as part of its annual Managing Director Roadshow aimed at strengthening relationships with communities and businesses across the country. …
Nedbank engages clients in Rundu and KatimaWindhoek Observer
The Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco) will progressively scale down operations at the Katima Mulilo abattoir. …
Meatco winds down Katima abattoir operationsInformanté
… The Zambezi Region has already experienced rainfall in recent days, including Katima Mulilo, which recorded around 36 mm of rain between Monday and Tuesday morning. …
Frost forecast for central and southern regionsInformanté
… On Saturday, the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo stood at 6.17m, dropped to 6.16m on Sunday, and further decreased to 6.15m on Monday. …
Kunene River flow rate declines, still above last year’s levelsThe Namibian
… The next round of matches is scheduled to take place at Katima Mulilo on 20 to 23 May. …
Volleyball Round 2 delivers drama at OndangwaInformanté
… Similarly, the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo has recorded a slight decrease over the same period, from 6.24 m to 6.19 m. …
Kunene River continues to riseThe Namibian
… The focus is also shifting towards the formalisation of informal settlements in key urban centres such as Windhoek, Walvis Bay, Rundu, Keetmanshoop and Oshakati, alongside interventions at Mariental, Swakopmund, Katima Mulilo, Bukalo, Usakos, Tsumeb and Otjiwarongo. …
Govt to build 3 000 low-income houses at N$137 millionInformanté
… The Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo has also experienced a slight increase between Wednesday and Thursday morning, rising from 6.19m to 6.24m during this period. …
Kunene River flow rate surges, flood risk remains high in affected communitiesNew Era
… He pointed to the donation of eight medical vehicles in recent years, including ambulances deployed to remote areas such as Opuwo, Keetmanshoop and Katima Mulilo. …
Namibia’s health resilience strengthenedInformanté
… Similarly, the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo also recorded a decrease, from 6.33m last Tuesday to 6.18m this Tuesday. …
Kunene River flow remains strong despite weekend dipMinister of Home Affairs Lucia Iipumbu addressed regional staff in Katima Mulilo, calling for vigilance against illicit cross-border crimes while urging professionalism in facilitating lawful movement, legitimate trade, and tourism. Iipumbu is conducting a two-day working visit to the region to inspect ministerial projects and conduct border visits.
1 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister of Home Affairs Lucia Iipumbu addressed regional staff in Katima Mulilo, calling for vigilance against illicit cross-border crimes while urging professionalism in facilitating lawful movement, legitimate trade, and tourism. Iipumbu is conducting a two-day working visit to the region to inspect ministerial projects and conduct border visits.
1 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Police in the Zambezi region registered a culpable homicide case after Sanzila Nyambe died in a road accident on the B8 Ngoma road when his vehicle hit a cow and crashed into a mopane tree. Two other occupants were transported to hospital; separately, two men were arrested for driving without licences and with excessive alcohol content.
1 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Home affairs minister Lucia Iipumbu has warned that inconsistent decision-making, weak discipline and communication failures within the security cluster are eroding public trust in Namibia's frontline services. She made the remarks during a regional ministerial staff meeting in Katima Mulilo, bringing together officials from Immigration, the Namibian Police Force and the Namibian Correctional Service to inspect border posts and ministry projects in the Zambezi region.
1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Home Affairs Minister Lucia Iipumbu addressed Zambezi regional staff at Katima Mulilo, calling for vigilance against illicit cross-border crimes while upholding professionalism and consistent law enforcement despite operational challenges in the region.
30 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Katima Mulilo Town Council has proposed renaming four streets after Richard Kamwi, justice Sylvester Mainga, liberation hero Judea Lyamboloma, and former Miss Namibia Happy Ntelamo, a move praised by Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda as reflecting heritage preservation and decolonisation.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Three people were arrested in Katima Mulilo on Sunday after allegedly attempting to smuggle cannabis hidden beneath buckets of food into police holding cells during visiting hours.
27 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
In Round 3 of the 2026 MTC Volleyball National League, NDF Raptors defeated defending champions Namibia Correctional Service 3-2 in the men's division, ending NCS's unbeaten streak with a 15-13 tie-break victory after NCS won the first two sets. Raptors remained unbeaten at the top of the standings with 17 points from six matches.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The deputy minister of urban and rural development called for local authorities to employ permanent, trained firefighters, citing concerns that some use untrained personnel to operate emergency vehicles and equipment. The appeal was made during International Firefighters Day commemorations in Katima Mulilo, where firefighters conducted a simulation exercise and wreath-laying ceremony.
22 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The MTC Volleyball National League moves to Katima Mulilo this weekend for Round 3 matches in both men's and women's divisions. Teams including Blaze Aces, defending champions Revivals, and unbeaten Unam Queens will compete at the Unam Katima Mulilo Campus.
22 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Twamanguluka youth organisation and the ministry of youth have launched a national Youth Centre Revitalisation Project to transform youth centres into integrated hubs offering education, healthcare, enterprise development, sports, technology and employment pathways. Pilot programmes will begin in Katima Mulilo, Rundu and Gobabis.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Home Affairs says Angolan nationals, including children on Namibian streets, do not qualify for refugee status under Namibian law and international conventions, as they left Angola seeking socio-economic opportunities rather than fleeing persecution.
19 May 2026 · New Era →
Taxi drivers in smaller towns like Katima Mulilo say the new N$15 nationwide fare increase, which took effect yesterday, offers little benefit to them as commuters refuse to pay full fares and negotiate lower prices. Drivers in smaller towns report being forced to accept below-approved payments to avoid conflict with passengers.
19 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Revenue Agency rolled out version 4.4.1 of the ASYCUDAWorld customs system on 5 May, replacing a system that was operating 11 versions behind. Initial delays at border posts including Katima Mulilo and Ariamsvlei have been resolved, and the system has already processed goods worth N$18 billion.
19 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
John Nzundamo from Katima Mulilo has won a Jetour Dashing Deluxe SUV as the first grand prize winner of MTC's Fan Cup Trivia, a national campaign combining daily football trivia with customer rewards for MTC users. Three more luxury SUVs remain available until 19 July.
18 May 2026 · Informanté →
Katima Mulilo mayor Kabende Kabende has proposed servicing 200 residential plots annually for five years to address a housing backlog exceeding 6,000 units and over 2,000 applicants on a waiting list dating back to 2008. The plan aims to reduce informal settlements and introduce predictability and accountability in addressing land demand.
16 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Housing Enterprise plans to construct 905 houses across Namibia during the 2025/2026 financial year as part of efforts to reduce the country's housing backlog. Since its establishment in 1993, NHE has constructed more than 21 545 housing units nationwide.
15 May 2026 · New Era →
Thirty-six years after independence, Namibia has strong democratic institutions and laws but governance remains ineffective at local level, with power struggles in local authorities reflecting deeper failures in decentralisation and alignment of roles, according to the Windhoek Observer.
15 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Kunene River's discharge rose by more than 300 cubic metres per second over the past week to 894.10 m³/s, and the Kavango and Orange rivers also recorded rising water levels, according to the Hydrological Services of Namibia. In contrast, the Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo declined over the same period.
13 May 2026 · Informanté →
Walvis Bay handled exports worth N$6.9 billion in March, maintaining its position as Namibia's leading export gateway, with sea transport accounting for 54% of total export value, mainly uranium and nickel ores.
12 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Meatco is winding down operations at its Katima Mulilo abattoir following the expiry of its operational agreement with the Zambezi Meat Corporation, a decision that has triggered concern among communal farmers who relied on the facility for market access and employment.
11 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Nedbank Namibia visited Rundu and Katima Mulilo as part of its Managing Director Roadshow to strengthen relationships with communities and businesses while shaping its 2026 strategy around regional needs. The bank highlighted partnerships such as the Wapa Nawa Recycling Centre through its Team Challenge initiative.
7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Meatco will progressively reduce operations at the Katima Mulilo abattoir following the expiry of its agreement with Zambezi Meat Corporation, with a transitional exit plan running from 16 April to 30 June 2026. The transition includes inventory verification, halting cattle procurement, and reducing stock levels as part of Meatco's broader turnaround strategy.
6 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Meteorological Service predicts frost in central and southern regions on Wednesday, with temperatures expected to drop further. Cold and windy conditions are likely to persist and intensify, with some rain showers also expected in the southern and Zambezi regions.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Kunene River's flow rate at Ruacana declined from 1,540.50 m³/s on Saturday to 1,125.50 m³/s by Monday, though still higher than the 708.10 m³/s recorded on the same date last year. The Zambezi River and other waterways have also experienced declining flows, but water levels remain significantly higher than those of last year.
28 April 2026 · Informanté →
Round 2 of the MTC Volleyball National League saw Blaze Access edge NDF Phoenix 3–2 in a five-set women's match, while defending champions Revivals bounced back with a 3–1 victory. Unam Queens and NamPol Volleyball Club also secured straight-sets wins, with intensity and team spirit defining the action at Ondangwa Tennis Courts.
27 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Kunene River's flow rate rose from 1,543.9 m³/s on Thursday to 1,545.9 m³/s on Friday, according to Namibia's Hydrological Services, which advised communities downstream of Ruacana to remain on high alert as localised flooding remains a likely risk. The Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo has declined but remains significantly higher than last year's corresponding level, prompting a flood alert for the eastern Zambezi floodplains.
24 April 2026 · Informanté →
The government has committed N$137 million to building 3,106 low-income houses through the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development, implemented by the Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia, to address the country's housing backlog. The project is part of broader efforts to formalise informal settlements and prioritise completing stalled units under the Mass Housing Development Programme, though the ministry's 2026/27 budget has been reduced from N$2.67 billion to N$1.95 billion.
24 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Kunene River's flow rate at Ruacana increased from 1,351.4 m³/s on Wednesday to 1,543.9 m³/s on Thursday, with the Hydrological Services warning communities of sustained upstream inflows and elevated levels. The Zambezi River at Katima Mulilo also rose slightly, prompting flood alerts for the eastern Zambezi floodplains.
24 April 2026 · Informanté →
Japan, the UN, and global partners have launched major investments to strengthen Namibia's health system, including three key projects focused on emergency preparedness, disease prevention, and diagnostic capacity. The initiatives, valued at approximately N$18.4 million, will benefit more than 118,000 people across eight hospitals and vulnerable regions including Kunene, Omusati, and Otjozondjupa.
22 April 2026 · New Era →
The Kunene River recorded a flow rate of 1,197.80 cubic metres per second on Tuesday morning, an increase from 1,058.80 m³/s a week earlier, though down from Monday's 1,386.10 m³/s. The Kavango and Zambezi rivers have seen slight declines, and the Hydrological Services of Namibia has issued a flood alert for the eastern Zambezi floodplains, urging communities to remain vigilant and activate flood preparedness measures.
22 April 2026 · Informanté →