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The Namibian
… Consumers in zone 1, covering the Kavango East, Kavango West, Kunene, Ohangwena, Omusati, Oshana, Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, and Zambezi regions, paid the highest price for diesel at N$24.31 per litre in April. …
Namibia’s northern regions pay most for dieselThe Namibian
Two boys from Mavanze village in the Kavango East region were injured on Sunday afternoon after an explosive device detonated close to a military base, while they were allegedly playing with it. …
Two boys injured in explosion near Rundu military baseWindhoek Observer
… Independent agricultural consultant Maria Shidute said reviving the centre could help communal farmers in Kavango East and West, where access to machinery repairs and spare parts remains limited and costly. …
Rundu Technology Centre to reopen in three monthsThe Namibian
… uled to kick off at 03h00 and 04h00, with most sport bars operating under licences that run from 09h00 until 02h00, forcing the viewers to leave before games end. “It is especially in rural areas where a single bar may be the only place people gather to watch games,” Kavango East …
Namibia keeps sport bar hours despite World Cup callsThe Namibian
… The NCAs include the Kavango East, Kavango West, Oshikoto, Oshana, Ohangwena, Omusati and Kunene regions. …
Northern livestock auctions expose quality gapThe Namibian
“My sister did not deserve to die like that.” These are the words of Muhanga Nando’s sister, Chisekwa Mishinga, after an elephant killed Nando (37) in the Kavango East region last month. …
Elephant victim’s family demands meatNew Era
BUNYA – Most learners at Bunya Combined School in the Kavango East region depend on soft porridge as their only meal of the day. …
Porridge keeps Bunya learners in school … feeding programme costs govt N$867m annuallyThe Namibian
The Kavango East Netball Association has formally challenged Netball Namibia over the selection of the preliminary under-19 national squad, calling for a reconsideration of several players and raising concerns about regional representation. …
Kavango East challenges Netball Namibia over under-19 selectionsNew Era
Heavy rains and strong winds have dealt a significant blow to agricultural production in Kavango East, with approximately 200 tonnes of maize destroyed at the government’s Uvhungu-vhungu irrigation farm last week. …
Rain destroys Uvhungu-vhungu cropsNamibian Sun
A 37-year-old inmate died this week after collapsing in custody at Rundu Police Station, prompting an inquest.Kavango East Crime Investigations Coordinator Deputy Commissioner Bonifatius Kanyetu said the inmate allegedly started vomiting before collapsing and was rushed unconscio …
Man dies while in custodyDivisions within the Swapo Party Youth League in Kavango East have escalated after regional mobiliser Bibiana Shapi rejected her suspension and made accusations against leadership.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Divisions within the Swapo Party Youth League in Kavango East have escalated after regional mobiliser Bibiana Shapi rejected her suspension and made accusations against leadership.
5 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
A High Court judge ruled that a leasehold right granted under the Communal Land Reform Act of 2005 does not end with the death of the right holder and can form part of their estate. The court also determined that a deceased estate and its executor have a stronger claim to the land than someone occupying it without a leasehold right.
4 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The SWAPO Party Youth League regional executive committee in Kavango East suspended regional secretary Bibiana Shapi pending investigation into allegations that she undermined the committee's authority and unity by participating in efforts to remove elected members. Shapi rejected the suspension as unconstitutional and politically motivated, amid preparations for an extraordinary regional conference to fill a vacant position.
4 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah toured irrigation projects in Kavango East, Kavango West, Ohangwena and Omusati regions as part of government efforts to strengthen agricultural productivity, food security and employment. At Ndonga Linena Green Scheme in Kavango East, she noted the project is expected to produce about 4,754 tonnes of maize from 574 hectares this season.
4 June 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed satisfaction with expanded irrigation, active harvesting, and crop diversification at green scheme projects in Kavango East and West regions.
4 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah completed her follow-up visits to Government-supported Green Schemes with an inspection of the Ndonga Linena scheme in Kavango East, where she was briefed on projected maize output of about 4,754 tonnes from 574 hectares, ongoing winter crop production, and operational challenges including high transportation costs and market access issues.
3 June 2026 · Informanté →
President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Uvhungu-Vhungu Green Scheme in Kavango East and applauded its achievement of fully utilising all 311 hectares for the first time, with maize planted on every centre pivot and an expected harvest of 1,900–2,000 tonnes despite electricity outages and storm damage.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Martin Mukungu knocked out previously unbeaten champion Flame Nangolo in the first round to capture the WBO Africa junior lightweight title in Windhoek, producing what is described as one of the biggest upsets in Namibian boxing history. Mukungu hopes to defend his title in front of his home supporters at Rundu.
2 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Assembly reconvenes on 2 June 2026 after a month recess during which MPs conducted oversight visits, stakeholder consultations, and regional and international parliamentary engagements. Deputy Speaker Katamelo was appointed chairperson of the Pan-African Parliament Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution, while parliamentary committees assessed poverty alleviation and service delivery, including concerns over an incomplete N$41 million Eenhana Town Council building project.
1 June 2026 · Informanté →
The governor of Kavango East is reviving the government's idle Uvhungu-Vhungu dairy farm, which has been non-operational for 16 years. About 70% of the resuscitation work is complete, with plans for joint ventures and approximately N$160 million needed to make the farm operational.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Kavango East governor Hamunyera Hambyuka called on residents to adopt healthier lifestyles and embrace organic food production at a health awareness walk, warning against reliance on processed foods and encouraging families to start backyard gardens.
26 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece argues that while traditional leaders' concerns about communal land reform deserve respect, Namibia cannot allow defence of custom to obstruct economic transformation. The article contends that current customary systems leave communal land residents trapped in poverty, unable to use land productively or secure financing, and vulnerable to inconsistent allocation practices.
26 May 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 →
Ombudsman Basilius Dyakugha has raised concerns about severe overcrowding in police holding cells across eight northern regions, with facilities such as Omuthiya and Oshakati police stations holding over 800 inmates each, and Katima Mulilo holding over 280 inmates in cells designed for 80. Dyakugha attributed the overcrowding to prolonged case finalization, lack of bail releases, and lengthy investigations.
23 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The FAO says Namibia produces about 371,800 metric tonnes of mahangu annually, meeting only 52% of national demand, while the rest is imported. The country has launched the One Country One Priority Product initiative to improve mahangu production and strengthen its value chain, given that mahangu is the primary cereal for more than 60% of Namibians.
22 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Kapande Foundation is helping young people and vulnerable families in rural Kavango East communities acquire practical skills in agriculture and related areas.
22 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibian police have warned that illegal taxi operators will face fines starting at N$2,000 and arrest upon a third transgression. The warning follows concerns raised by the Namibia Public Passenger Transport Association about 3,450 illegally operating cars since 2018, particularly in Rundu in Kavango East.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
An animal auction at Oshaambelo Production Development Centre in Omusati sold 65 of 118 animals for N$373,150, with an auctioneer attributing low buyer participation to preference for informal trade. The ministry and livestock board support monthly auctions in the Northern Communal Areas to help farmers obtain fair prices through competition.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
National Council members raised concerns that deteriorating road infrastructure contributes to vehicle damage, rising transport costs, and road accidents, with specific complaints about poor conditions in Kavango East, Kavango West, and the Maltahöhe-Walvis Bay route. The Ministry of Works and Transport's budget was N$2.74 billion for the current financial year.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Homeowners in the Kaisosi housing development in Rundu say they have been paying mortgages since 2022 for houses that remain unfinished, despite securing bank financing two years ago. Helmsman Group, the development company behind the project, has acknowledged the financial pressure on families but attributes delays to challenges beyond its control.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's annual inflation rate slowed to 3.1% in April 2026, though transport and fuel costs remain under pressure. Consumers in northern regions (zone 1) paid the highest diesel price at N$24.31 per litre, while Khomas residents (zone 2) paid the lowest at N$24.12.
16 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Two boys from Mavanze village in Kavango East were injured on Sunday afternoon after an explosive device they were playing with detonated near a military base. Josef Ndumba (14) sustained arm injuries and Tende Rayne (13) suffered multiple injuries to his stomach and legs; both are receiving treatment at Rundu State Hospital in serious but stable condition.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform is reviving the N$36 million Rundu Technology Centre, which has underperformed since its 2015 establishment. The facility, created to support agricultural mechanisation for green scheme projects and subsistence farmers, will reopen after the ministry reassesses its strategy and plans to expand services to private farmers to improve financial sustainability.
11 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's government will not extend sport bar trading hours during the Fifa World Cup in June, despite calls from football fans. Most sport bars operate until 02h00 under current licences, but World Cup matches are scheduled to begin at 03h00 and 04h00, forcing viewers to leave before games end.
26 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Livestock auctions in northern communal areas generate income for farmers but poor animal condition and limited market knowledge reduce earnings, according to agriculture officials. A recent auction in Oshikoto region sold 133 of 139 cattle and 42 goats for N$1.3 million, with officials calling for training on the relationship between livestock quality and prices.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
A woman was killed by an elephant in Kavango East on 28 March; the elephant was later shot and found dead but decomposed before the family could access its meat. The family is now requesting the Environment Ministry provide them meat from another elephant, as the killed elephant's carcass could not be recovered in time for the funeral.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The government spends about N$867 million a year feeding more than 75,000 learners in State-run hostels. At Bunya Combined School in Kavango East, learners depend on soft porridge as their only reliable meal of the day, which teachers say directly impacts concentration and performance, though the school lacks proper dining infrastructure.
23 April 2026 · New Era →
The Kavango East Netball Association has formally challenged Netball Namibia's preliminary under-19 national squad selection, citing poor regional representation after their team won the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup 2026 championship yet had only one player selected, compared to nine from the Khomas region. The association warns that under-representation of players from outside Windhoek risks damaging confidence in national pathways and affecting participation in future tournaments.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Approximately 200 tonnes of maize at the government's Uvhungu-vhungu irrigation farm in Kavango East were destroyed by heavy rains and strong winds that left about 47 hectares waterlogged. The farm has shifted to manual labour, hiring local workers to salvage what remains, but production losses will make profit impossible this season; elephants also damaged another section of the farm.
22 April 2026 · New Era →
A 37-year-old man died this week after collapsing in custody at Rundu Police Station and was rushed unconscious to Rundu State Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival. He had been detained on charges of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm under the Domestic Violence Act and was scheduled for a mental health check-up.
22 April 2026 · Namibian Sun →