… The same is true that it was unlawful, shameful and disgrace for a white person to be a resident for example of Katutura as that location was exclusive meant for blacks. …
Lissony Njembo Ragiv Oarum, a painter who specialises in road markings, residential painting, and interlock painting, is one of the beneficiaries of equipment through the Katutura Central constituency’s annual SME support programme. …
Pinehas K Pinehas Born and raised in Katutura’s Damara location, Richard !Gaoseb says his political journey was shaped by his early education and work experience in government. …
… In an interview with Desert FM, a Katutura youth, whose identity is withheld for safety reasons, described how young people interfere with vape devices to prolong their use, often driven by affordability and addiction issues. …
… When she arrived in Namibia two weeks ago as a new Japanese overseas cooperation volunteer, Matsuno set out to learn about Namibian fabrics like batik from Indigenous Batik Designs in Katutura. …
… Panduleni Hamukwaya confirmed during a bail hearing in the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court in Katutura last week that payments totalling N$1.45 million were made by Quality Meat Supplies to an account of Panduleni Farming during 2022. …
Energy Minister Modestus Amutse granted Swiss commodity trader Vitol an exclusive mandate to supply Namibia's entire fuel needs from June to August under a contract valued at an estimated N$2.4 billion a month, raising concerns about fuel sector capture given Vitol's links to individuals connected to politicians and the decision's apparent circumvention of the Competition Commission's conditions on fuel sourcing.
Why it matters
Exclusive fuel-supply contract to Vitol worth N$2.4 billion monthly raises serious accountability concerns over sector capture and competition process circumvention.
Energy Minister Modestus Amutse granted Swiss commodity trader Vitol an exclusive mandate to supply Namibia's entire fuel needs from June to August under a contract valued at an estimated N$2.4 billion a month, raising concerns about fuel sector capture given Vitol's links to individuals connected to politicians and the decision's apparent circumvention of the Competition Commission's conditions on fuel sourcing.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Friday described the newly opened Goreangab Mall in Katutura as a symbol of economic transformation and confidence, noting it created about 300 construction jobs and is expected to sustain nearly 400 permanent jobs while offering over 40 stores providing banking, pharmacies, and restaurants.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah officially opened the Goreangab Mall in Katutura, Windhoek, describing it as a symbol of efforts to reverse apartheid spatial planning inequality and bring investment and opportunities to previously excluded areas. The mall is expected to generate nearly 400 jobs and expose young people to wider economic opportunities.
Two Angolan nationals, aged 17 and 25, allegedly raped a nine-year-old Namibian girl on separate occasions at Mburundu village in Kavango West on Friday. In a separate incident, a 26-year-old Namibian man was arrested on suspicion of raping a 13-year-old girl at Katutura in the Shandumbala location.
Police arrested three men in connection with the rape of two young girls in different parts of Namibia on Friday: two Angolan nationals aged 17 and 25 for allegedly raping a nine-year-old girl on separate occasions at Mburundu Village in Ncamagoro, and a 26-year-old Namibian man for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl in Katutura. All suspects remain in custody as investigations proceed.
The City of Windhoek attributed recent water discolouration to pipeline damage between the Von Bach Water Treatment Plant and Windhoek that interrupted NamWater supply. The reduced inflow lowered reservoir levels, disturbing sediment and causing brown-coloured water in areas including Katutura and Okuryangava, though the city said the issue is aesthetic and does not affect water safety.
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.
An opinion piece argues that Namibia's medicine shortages represent a systemic crisis affecting ordinary citizens, despite the Ministry reporting national pharmaceutical stock levels at around 60%. The author contends that officials must acknowledge the full extent of the problem rather than minimize it for political reasons.
A UN-backed report shows that more than 70% of daily travel among low-income Namibians depends on walking and cycling, yet urban infrastructure continues to be designed for car owners, creating what the article characterizes as a policy failure with deadly consequences for pedestrians, cyclists, and informal workers.
MTC has commissioned a temporary containerised mobile retail outlet in Okuryangava, expected to operate for four months while a permanent facility is constructed and due for completion by end of September 2026. The expansion responds to growing demand for telecommunications services in Windhoek's high-density areas, where population is projected to grow by around 17,600 people annually.
The Physically Active Youth Centre in Windhoek held an event celebrating founding president Sam Nujoma's life and legacy, featuring a photo exhibition curated by participants and the unveiling of a mural portrait created by PAY participants. Alumni testified to how the centre provided access to programmes including cycling, swimming, robotics and other developmental opportunities.
Gabriel Shiimi, 31, accused of killing Nande Simon Mulokoshi in a shooting at Chicago's Lounge on 14 June 2025, was granted bail of N$15,000 by Magistrate Immanuel Udjombala and ordered to report monthly to police. Shiimi has been detained for ten months and cited a chronic medical condition requiring hip replacement surgery as grounds for bail.
A 38-year-old man was arrested in Katutura, Khomas Region on Friday morning for possession of pangolin skin. Possession of pangolins or their parts is illegal in Namibia as they are protected species; multiple arrests have been made in recent years in northern and central regions.
The Namibia Tennis Association plans to back elite players and expand tennis development across the country to increase participation, with a goal of making Namibia a leading tennis nation on the continent through national team success and hosting tournaments. Success will be measured by the number of active and female players and national team performance in international competition.
An opinion piece argues that Namibia must recognize and support its grassroots creative workers—photographers, filmmakers, and others working without formal employment—as essential to building a thriving creative economy, rather than waiting for individual talent to emerge.
A minibus transporting eight patients from Khorixas District Hospital to Katutura Intermediate Hospital crashed into a truck while avoiding a kudu between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo on Friday, killing two nurses and a hospital driver. The Ministry of Health and Social Services reports that 11 lives were lost in the accident.
Swapo Party President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged members to uphold the party's founding values and principles during the party's 66th anniversary celebrations in Katutura on Sunday, which also saw the official inauguration of the new Swapo Party headquarters.
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has requested cancellation of a N$194-million tender to build new central medical stores in Windhoek, citing that the expected outcome did not justify costs. The cancellation follows allegations of political interference and concerns raised by the Global Fund over the redirection of its N$194-million donation originally earmarked for the project.
Police recorded multiple housebreaking incidents across Windhoek, Katutura, Outjo, Katima Mulilo and Outapi over the weekend, resulting in significant financial losses with no arrests made so far. Police urged residents and business owners to secure their properties and remain vigilant.
Musician Big Ben will perform at Zoo Park in Windhoek tomorrow with his full band, The Last Band, playing over 30 songs from his catalogue. The concert will include dedications to fallen leaders and will feature opening acts The Ells and DJs Kiki and Ambizzy, with gates opening at 16h00 and the show starting at 19h00.
Former Otjozondjupa governor and parliamentarian James Unomasa Uerikua and his son Venturo, who died in an Easter weekend road accident, will be buried on Sunday at Otjiserandu in the Gam district. Memorial services are being held in Windhoek and along the funeral route to allow communities to pay respects.
Police reported three rape cases across Namibia: a nine-year-old girl assaulted in Eenhana, a 26-year-old woman raped in Lüderitz (suspect arrested), and a 48-year-old woman attacked in Dordabis (suspect at large). Police also seized cannabis valued at N$5.45 million at the Noordoewer border and recorded several suspected suicides.
The Central Volleyball League officially began on Saturday, 11 April 2026, at venues in Windhoek, with the league's referee director inviting the public to support teams over the weekends. In an opening fixture, Afrocat E defeated UNAM Kings D 3–1, with both teams expressing confidence in their development-focused seasons ahead.
Uushona Hiskia, a former Tigers fullback and member of the club's golden generation, left professional football while still in his prime to pursue a career in media, working 13 years at Namibia Press Agency and 21 years at NBC before retiring to livestock farming. He expressed concern about Tigers' current relegation struggles, lamenting the decline of the historic club.
An opinion piece argues that while Namibia celebrates independence, many citizens lack access to land for housing, farming, or burial, with large farms concentrated in minority hands and poor people forced into occupations. The author contends that without meaningful land redistribution, true freedom and dignity remain incomplete.
Jamie-Lee Loss, a 23-year-old from Windhoek, won TikTok star of the year at the Emerge Star Africa Awards in Pretoria. Loss transformed her pandemic-started account into a influential brand by emphasizing faith-based content, strategic partnerships, and maintaining a grounded perspective beyond social media.
An opinion piece reflects on the legacy of paramount chief Clemens Kapuuo, assassinated in 1978, who was instrumental in Namibian anti-colonial movements and the struggle for Herero land rights. The author argues that Kapuuo's inclusive leadership style should serve as a model for contemporary political figures in fostering community unity.
The Namibian Police are investigating multiple housebreaking and theft incidents across several towns nationwide over the past weekend, including a hostage situation in Windhoek where suspects tied up a resident and stole electronics and personal items. No arrests or recoveries have been made so far, and authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant.
A Namibian editorial argues that excessive phone and social media use is eroding the country's communal culture, causing Namibians to neglect face-to-face relationships, rack up debt maintaining false aesthetics online, and lose basic social skills. The writer calls for a national detox to reclaim authentic human connection.
The Namibian Police Force has appealed for assistance in finding 27-year-old Taleinge Shiyukifeni Natangwe, missing since 25 December 2025 from Okahandja Park in Katutura, and 22-year-old Beata Matheus, last seen on 9 March 2026 at Okuryangava Stop-and-Shop bus stop. Family efforts to locate both individuals have been unsuccessful, and police are requesting anyone with information to contact Detective Inspector Sinvula.