Also known as: NMT
Organization addressing media freedom, digital disruption, and journalist safety in Namibia through advocacy and public statements.
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The Namibian
Namibia Media Trust has a director who says the case raises concerns about survivor identification in media reporting and policy gaps
“Namibia Media Trust (NMT) director Zoe Titus says the case raises concerns – not only about the alleged rape but also about how survivors of sexual violence are identified in media reporting.”
Oshakati pharmacist arrested over alleged rape and gun threatThe Namibian
Namibia Media Trust board (via Nangula Shejavali) said the current model for many media houses is under real pressure
“Speaking at an engagement with business associates in Windhoek on Friday, Nangula Shejavali, on behalf of the Namibia Media Trust board, said the current model for many media houses is under real pressure.”
Digital disruption squeezes mediaWindhoek Observer
Namibia Media Trust presented the Seventh African Media Barometer Report on Namibia
“Presented by Namibia Media Trust (NMT) Executive Director Zoé Titus, the report serves as both a progress assessment and a reminder that media freedom is never a permanent achievement but rather a principle that requires continuous protection and improvement.”
Media freedom requires constant vigilanceThe Namibian
Namibia Media Trust said physical manhandling and threats fall outside acceptable security management
“Namibia Media Trust executive director Zoé Titus in a media statement yesterday said the physical manhandling, threats of arrest and interference with journalistic equipment fall outside acceptable security or protocol management and require clear consequences for those responsible.”
Outrage over journalist’s removal from State HouseThe Namibian
Namibia Media Trust has condemned threats targeting a reporter following Sankwasa story
“The Namibia Media Trust (NMT) has condemned threats targeting a reporter at The Namibian, following a recent news report on urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa.”
NMT condemns online attacks against reporter after Sankwasa storyThe Namibian
Namibia Media Trust (NMT) says the ongoing fight for media freedom is a continuation of the democratic vision founding president Sam Nujoma helped establish
“The Namibia Media Trust (NMT) says the ongoing fight for media freedom is a continuation of the democratic vision founding president Sam Nujoma helped establish.”
Namibia Media Trust says struggle for media freedom reflects Nujoma’s complex legacyThe Namibian
Namibia Media Trust produces FreeSpeak Podcast
“FreeSpeak Podcast is a podcast by the Namibia Media Trust which tackles all things media through the promotion of free speech, and providing access to information in journalism.”
Namibian Blogs And Podcasts You Should Tune IntoGabriel Nambahu, a pharmacy owner in Oshakati, was arrested and appeared in court after being accused of raping a journalist who became unconscious after drinking at his home in early June. He is also accused of threatening the victim's cousin with a firearm after she informed him of a resulting pregnancy.
13 hours ago · The Namibian →
Gabriel Nambahu, a pharmacy owner in Oshakati, was arrested and appeared in court after being accused of raping a journalist who became unconscious after drinking at his home in early June. He is also accused of threatening the victim's cousin with a firearm after she informed him of a resulting pregnancy.
13 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Namibia Media Trust board said digitalisation has transformed news consumption and advertising revenue, with global platforms competing aggressively and misinformation spreading faster than verified reporting. The Namibian newspaper announced plans to introduce 'Good News' pages highlighting positive community initiatives.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The launch of the Seventh African Media Barometer Report on Namibia highlighted that while the country ranks highly in continental and international media freedom assessments, media freedom requires continuous protection and improvement rather than being a permanent achievement.
7 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Institute for Public Policy Research warns that Namibia faces governance risks as it prepares for oil production, citing lack of transparency in petroleum licensing, insufficient beneficial ownership disclosure, and weak local content oversight as key areas needing reform before the expected investment decisions from TotalEnergies and Mopane projects. Addressing these challenges through the Access to Information Act and digital transparency could help Namibia avoid the "resource curse" while ensuring oil revenues benefit communities rather than political elites.
16 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Institute for Public Policy Research has called on Namibia to join the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI), a framework requiring disclosure of information on oil, gas and mineral resources throughout the value chain. The EITI was listed as a goal in Namibia's second Harambee Prosperity Plan but was never implemented, though compliance would address current gaps in contract transparency, beneficial ownership disclosure, and revenue reporting.
7 February 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah forcefully removed journalist Jemima Beukes from State House after she posed an unauthorized question about her family's alleged interest in the oil industry. The incident has drawn criticism from media watchdogs, opposition parties, and journalists' unions, who say it violates press freedom and constitutional values.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Media Trust has condemned threats and xenophobic abuse directed at a reporter at The Namibian following coverage of urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa, expressing concern that personal attacks and xenophobic framing undermine media freedom. NMT executive director Zoé Titus called on the minister to address disputes through factual and lawful means rather than personalising criticism, and urged newsrooms to strengthen safety protocols for journalists.
30 January 2026 · The Namibian →