Also known as: ||Kharas · ||Kharas Football · ||Kharas football region · ||Kharas region · ǁKharas · //Kharas · IIKharas · IlKharas · //Kharas Region · IIKharas region · /Kharas · Kharas Region · /Kharas Region
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The Namibian
… They were followed by zone 3, which are the ||Kharas, Erongo, Hardap, and Omaheke regions, who forked out N$24.30, while Khomas consumers in zone 2 paid the lowest price at N$24.12 per litre. …
Namibia’s northern regions pay most for dieselInformanté
… This is the second plane crash incident to take place in Namibia in 2026, after another German tourist, identified as Carmen Spetzinger (51), died towards the end of March after a light aircraft crashed near Aus Settlement in the ||Kharas Region. …
Identities of German family who died in plane crash revealedThe Namibian
Vaalgras Traditional Authority senior councillor Martin Biwa has denied personal interest in the chieftainship, following community allegations that councillors are intentionally delaying the succession process.Biwa says the traditional authority in the ||Kharas region is current …
I don’t want to be chief – BiwaInformanté
… As part of her official mission to the //Kharas Region, Vice President Witbooi expressed appreciation for the invitation, saying the experience provided insight into the professionalism and dedication of the Navy. …
Navy brings ceremonial flair to Crayfish FestivalThe Namibian
… Meanwhile, meteorologist Vilho Ndeunyema says light to moderate rainfall will be expected in the ||Kharas region, specifically Keetmanshoop and Aroab, but not as intense as in neighbouring countries like South Africa. …
Nation urged to protect livestock, crops as more rainfall expected nationwideWindhoek Observer
… Memoranda of understanding (MoUs) have been concluded between Hyphen and the regional councils of //Kharas and Hardap. …
Zaamwani sees farming growth from Hyphen projectThe Namibian
Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) has postponed all Fish River Canyon hiking activities in the ǁKharas region that were scheduled to commence on 1 May to the second week of May. …
NWR postpones Fish River hiking trips due to rising water levelsInformanté
… Held in Lüderitz in the //Kharas Region, the festival celebrates Namibia’s maritime heritage and the vital role of coastal communities in sustaining the country’s fishing industry. …
Vice President Witbooi calls for inclusive growth as Lüderitz Crayfish Festival opensThe Namibian
The Roads Authority (RA) has temporarily closed 14 roads in the ||Kharas region following severe damage caused by heavy rainfall and flooding. …
Roads Authority closes 14 ||Kharas roads due to rain damageInformanté
… A few areas, particularly in the Hardap and //Kharas regions, have already experienced substantial rainfall between Wednesday and Thursday morning. …
Rainfall hits several areas, more expected as long weekend beginsElsie Uxams, a retired school matron, has sold semi-precious stones—tourmaline, Agat, amethyst, crystals and rose quartz—from a roadside stall in the Dâures area for almost 40 years, operating largely on trust by allowing customers to leave payment in a bucket when she is not present.
4 September 2026 · New Era →
Elsie Uxams, a retired school matron, has sold semi-precious stones—tourmaline, Agat, amethyst, crystals and rose quartz—from a roadside stall in the Dâures area for almost 40 years, operating largely on trust by allowing customers to leave payment in a bucket when she is not present.
4 September 2026 · New Era →
Jan-Hendrik 'Johnny' Hanekom (69), a farmer in Maltahöhe and owner of Johnny's Auto at Keetmanshoop, died on Sunday when an aircraft he was flying crashed on his farm Sandrucken. Police have opened an inquest docket; witnesses reported the aircraft's flaps folded due to wind pressure before it descended to the ground.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
As spring arrives, clouds are gathering over parts of Namibia, with the Meteorological Service forecasting rain showers and thunderstorms in central, eastern and north-eastern areas. Places including Windhoek, Aroab, Ariamsvlei and Keetmanshoop are experiencing intermittent cloud cover.
1 September 2026 · Informanté →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare told junior councillors from Namibia's 14 regions at the opening of the fourth Junior National Council that young people must propose new ideas to develop the country and become problem-solvers, particularly on water and sanitation challenges. He urged young Namibians to take meaningful responsibility for issues affecting them including education, jobs, climate change, and access to clean water.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Tjitunga Ngurare delivered a keynote address to the 4th Junior National Council, urging young members from Namibia's fourteen regions to champion water, sanitation, and national development as participants in parliamentary democracy.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
According to UNICEF, 47.2% of Namibians still practise open defecation, rising to 70.9% in rural communities, a sanitation gap linked to wider inequalities in access to basic services. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare said inadequate water and sanitation directly affects children's ability to live, learn and develop with dignity.
1 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Prime Minister Elijah Tjitunga Ngurare has opened the Fourth Junior National Council session in Windhoek, bringing together 42 young Namibians from all 14 regions to deliberate on universal water and sanitation access. The session runs from 31 August to 3 September and focuses on developing practical solutions to the country's water and sanitation challenges.
1 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's Parliamentary Standing Committee on Infrastructure has highlighted roaming livestock and inadequate traffic capacity as major contributors to road accidents, with livestock accounting for nearly 51% of accidents in Kavango West. The B1 road, particularly between Mariental and Keetmanshoop, was identified as a major fatality corridor, with the Committee recommending stronger controls over livestock and enhanced enforcement measures.
29 August 2026 · Informanté →
Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare has called on Regional Governors to use newly available resources to address practical community needs and produce visible improvements to people's lives, emphasizing that governors serve as a critical link between central government and communities and must have sufficient human and financial resources to respond to local challenges.
29 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Empowerment Centre for Vulnerable Children in Lüderitz called for increased support for food, educational materials and other resources during a Parliamentary Standing Committee oversight visit to child-care facilities in //Kharas and Hardap regions. The centre provides breakfast and lunch to children and produces learning materials from recycled items, but says monthly food assistance remains insufficient and quality educational materials are needed.
27 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Meteorological Service forecasts light thundershowers for Wednesday across parts of Kunene, Erongo, Khomas, Hardap and //Kharas regions, including interior and coastal areas. Motorists are urged to exercise caution as conditions may reduce visibility and make roads slippery.
25 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Electricity Control Board reports that Namibia's high-voltage backbone operated by NamPower is well maintained and reliable, but distribution networks delivering power to homes and businesses need improvement, according to findings in the 2024/2025 National Electricity Infrastructure Status Report.
25 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Electricity Control Board's 2024/25 infrastructure report finds that regional electricity distributors run electricity distribution networks better than local and regional councils, with concerns identified particularly in areas where councils manage distribution rather than dedicated companies.
25 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Three drug users from Keetmanshoop told New Era that emotional distress, feelings of isolation, abandonment and loneliness drove them to substance abuse. Users attributed their addiction to home situations and lack of parental attention that pushed them to the streets, where they encountered drugs and felt unable to see a future beyond using them.
25 August 2026 · New Era →
The Electricity Control Board has warned it will revoke electricity distribution licences from underperforming municipalities and regional councils and transfer networks to operators with proven capacity, following an audit that found widespread non-compliance across Namibia's power infrastructure. The audit of nine distribution licensees found most networks rated poor due to inadequate safety code implementation and substandard maintenance, with ||Kharas, Hardap, and Omaheke regions carrying the highest compliance risk.
25 August 2026 · The Namibian →
An Electricity Control Board audit of Namibia's electricity distribution infrastructure found that most regions have poor infrastructure, with //Kharas, Hardap and Omaheke facing high risk of continued non-compliance. Only Khomas and Otjozondjupa regions were classified as satisfactory.
25 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Residents of Koës village in the ||Kharas region have accused the village council of overlooking locals in employment recruitment, citing high job requirements and exclusion from recent interviews for cashier and human resource officer positions. Council officials deny the allegations, saying hiring follows established procedures.
22 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Wildflower blooms have continued for three months at Klein Aus Vista in the //Kharas Region following generous rainfall of between 85mm and 120mm this year, with vibrant yellow and purple flowers covering several hectares.
22 August 2026 · Informanté →
A lockout at Marco Fishing involving about 300 employees continues as wage negotiations between the company and the Namibia Food and Allied Workers Union stall. The union is demanding a one-year deal with N$800 plus fish commission for some workers and N$27 per hour for land-based employees, while the company has offered a 5% increase spread over three years.
20 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Members of Parliament have backed Namibia's proposed Mental Health Bill 2025 but warned that its reforms could fail without adequate funding, specialised staff, infrastructure, and services reaching rural communities. MPs called for mental health units at regional hospitals and trained staff at district facilities, citing that services remain concentrated in Windhoek while regions struggle to access specialised care.
19 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia is set to sign a memorandum of understanding with Cuba on water harvesting and distribution, with technical expertise to develop canals, tunnels and other infrastructure to move floodwater from regions prone to flooding to water-scarce areas across nine regions.
16 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Governor Eugenia Moche launched a regional tour beginning in Ariamsvlei on 10 August 2026 to strengthen government and community engagement, monitor development projects, and ensure accountability in service delivery. The delegation met with residents to address concerns including sewer networks, waste management, land allocation, and border issues, while also inspecting infrastructure and observing veterinary control measures for Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
15 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ariamsvlei is set to receive approximately N$4 million in development interventions under the //Kharas Regional Council's 2026/2027 Procurement Plan, announced during a regional tour by //Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze. The projects include machinery for road maintenance and fire brigade equipment to address infrastructure, service delivery, and emergency preparedness needs.
14 August 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's headline annual inflation rate in July was 4.4%, with core inflation at 3.7%. Transport costs saw a notable increase, recording an annual inflation rate of 9.3% in July compared to a deflation of 1.2% in July 2025.
14 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Governor Eugenia Moche and officials launched a regional tour in //Kharas starting in Ariamsvlei on 10 August 2026 to strengthen government and community engagement, monitor development projects, and address community concerns ranging from sewer networks and waste management to land allocation. The delegation also visited the Ariamsvlei Border Post and Location 64, and observed veterinary services demonstrations on Foot-and-Mouth Disease control.
13 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Education, in partnership with UNICEF, has officially launched the Namibia Learning Passport, a digital learning platform aimed at expanding access to educational resources, particularly for young people in rural, remote and underserved communities with limited connectivity.
13 August 2026 · Informanté →
The government clinic at Aus in the ||Kharas region lacks diabetes, high blood pressure, and asthma medications in stock and has no dedicated ambulance for emergency patients. A resident reports having to forgo medication due to cost when prescriptions cannot be filled at the clinic pharmacy.
12 August 2026 · The Namibian →
A Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment of green energy production in Namibia's Southern Corridor Development Initiative identifies water availability as the primary technical constraint for green hydrogen development in the //Kharas Region, with coastal areas using desalination and sites near the Neckartal Dam identified as most feasible for electrolysis facilities.
7 August 2026 · Informanté →
A Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment for green hydrogen development in the Southern Corridor warns that water abstraction, altered drainage and groundwater recharge, and salty wastewater from desalination could harm water resources and ecosystems in the //Kharas Region, where water is already scarce and highly sensitive.
4 August 2026 · Informanté →