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Namibia Statistics Agency

Also known as: NSA · Namibian Statistics Agency

Namibia Statistics Agency — compiles official data on inflation, trade, employment, and household income; publishes Consumer Price Index, Producer Price Index, and conducts national surveys.

2020-04-232026-06-08
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  1. March 2026

  2. New Era

    Namibia Statistics Agency reports youth unemployment remains alarmingly high

    Source

    “According to the Namibia Statistics Agency, youth unemployment remains alarmingly high.”

    Opinion – Namibia’s educated, unemployed, and unheard youth

  3. New Era

    Namibia Statistics Agency has emphasised the importance of data-driven planning for national development

    Source

    “The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) has emphasised the importance of data-driven planning, noting that accurate statistics are critical to effective national development and service delivery.”

    NSA highlights data driven planning for national development

  4. The Namibian

    Namibia Statistics Agency released a report saying 606 435 people, or 41.6%, of the country's total urban population, live in shacks

    Source

    “A few weeks ago, the Namibia Statistics Agency released a report saying 606 435 people, or 41.6%, of the country's total urban population, live in shacks.”

    Editorial: It’s Time to Revamp Namibia’s Independence Celebrations

  5. New Era

    Namibia Statistics Agency reported that 70% of commercial agricultural land is owned by white Namibians and foreign nationals

    Source

    “According to the Namibia Statistics Agency, 70% of commercial agricultural land is still owned by white Namibians and foreign nationals, leaving many black Namibians, especially descendants of genocide victims, without land or wealth.”

    Opinion – 36 years of freedom: Progress made, challenges remain

  6. New Era

    Namibia Statistics Agency reported unemployment about 32%, with youth and women most affected

    Source

    “According to the Namibian Statistics Agency, unemployment is about 32%, with youth and women most affected.”

    Erongo at 36: Namibia’s economic engine

  7. New Era

    Namibia Statistics Agency said more than 600,000 Namibians participate in sport

    Source

    “The Namibia Statistics Agency said more than 600 000 Namibians participate in sport, representing about 20% of the population.”

    36 years on: Experts reflect on Namibia's sport state

  8. The Namibian

    Namibia Statistics Agency released the Namibia Consumer Price Index bulletin for February 2026

    Source

    “According to the Namibia Consumer Price Index (NCPI) bulletin for February 2026 released by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA), they were followed by consumers in zone one comprising the Kavango East, Kavango West, Kunene, Ohangwena, Omusati, Oshana, Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa and Zambezi regions who paid N$108.99, while zone two consumers in the Khomas region paid the lowest price for beef stew at N$104.19.”

    Southern regions dig deepest for beef stew

  9. The Namibian

    The NSA says meat price levels increased by 3% compared to 8.1% recorded in February 2025

    Source

    “The NSA says meat price levels increased by 3% compared to 8.1% recorded in February 2025, with the slow increase reflected in the prices of beef from 13.6% to 1.3%, pork from 5.9% to 0.4%, biltong from 7.0% to 2.9% and canned meat from 4.9% to 0.9%.”

    Southern regions dig deepest for beef stew

  10. New Era

    Namibia Statistics Agency issued the latest Consumer Price Index report

    Source

    “This is according to the latest Consumer Price Index report issued by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA).”

    Inflation slows to 2.4% in February

  11. New Era

    The report (Namibia Statistics Agency) states annual inflation rate decreased to 2.4% in February 2026

    Source

    “Namibia's annual inflation rate decreased to 2.4% in February 2026, compared to 3.6% recorded in February 2025.”

    Inflation slows to 2.4% in February
Society

Namibian food prices show mixed trend despite Iran conflict

The News

Namibians have yet to experience a significant impact on basic food prices from the war involving Iran, the United States and Israel, despite predictions of rapid food-price rises. Retail data from January to April shows maize meal prices decreased, sunflower cooking oil rose notably, and other staple items recorded mixed results.

Why it matters

Namibian food prices show mixed trend despite Iran–Israel–US conflict, with maize meal prices falling and cooking oil rising as of April.

27 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 27 May

  1. Namibian food prices show mixed trend despite Iran conflict

    Namibians have yet to experience a significant impact on basic food prices from the war involving Iran, the United States and Israel, despite predictions of rapid food-price rises. Retail data from January to April shows maize meal prices decreased, sunflower cooking oil rose notably, and other staple items recorded mixed results.

    27 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 26 May

  1. Namibia Producer Price Index declines 1.7% in Q1 2026

    Namibia's Producer Price Index fell 1.7% in the first quarter of 2026, driven mainly by lower prices in mining and quarrying—particularly salt, diamonds, and uranium—though the index grew 2.7% annually over the same period.

    26 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Sunday 24 May

  1. Fit-for-purpose land administration needed for housing delivery

    An opinion piece argues that Namibia's housing crisis, driven by rapid urbanisation and slow delivery of affordable serviced land, requires efficient land administration systems built on fit-for-purpose methodologies that prioritise tenure security to enable investment and economic growth.

    24 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 22 May

  1. NSA and Angola sign statistics cooperation memorandum

    Namibia's Statistics Agency and Angola's National Statistics Institute have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to improve cooperation in statistics, governance and public policy planning, covering areas including macroeconomic data, labour statistics, censuses, digital transformation and data science.

    22 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Saturday 16 May

  1. Namibia's northern regions pay most for diesel

    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 →

Friday 15 May

  1. Namibians face rising costs for transport, rent, electricity

    According to the Namibia Statistics Agency's April 2026 Consumer Price Index, annual inflation stood at 3.1%, down from 3.6% a year earlier, but households face sharply rising prices for electricity, gas, rental payments, and transport. Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels—which comprise 28.4% of the consumer basket—recorded 4.4% inflation, with electricity prices jumping from 1.5% to 4.0% annually.

    15 May 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Food prices vary widely across Namibia as April inflation reaches 3.1%

    Namibia's annual inflation rate stood at 3.1% in April, down from 3.6% in the same month last year, while monthly inflation rose to 1.1%. Consumers across the country's three zones experienced significant price differences for basic food items including flour, meat, and other staples.

    13 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Vice President Witbooi courts French investors in Nairobi

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on French businesses to invest in Namibia, promoting the country as a stable destination with opportunities in oil and gas, technology, tourism and creative industries. The engagement forms part of government efforts to attract foreign direct investment to address unemployment, especially among young people.

    12 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Walvis Bay recorded N$6.9 billion in exports during March

    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 →

Monday 11 May

  1. Namibia's March vehicle imports valued at N$979 million

    Namibia imported commercial vehicles worth N$979 million in March, predominantly from South Africa, India and China, while re-exporting N$48 million worth mainly to Zambia, according to NSA trade statistics. The country recorded a trade deficit of N$2.3 billion in March, an improvement from the previous month's N$5.2 billion deficit.

    11 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Sunday 10 May

  1. Namibia's trade deficit narrows to N$2.3 billion in March 2026

    Namibia recorded exports of N$13.2 billion and imports of N$15.5 billion in March 2026, resulting in a trade deficit of N$2.3 billion—an improvement from the N$5.2 billion deficit in February. China was the largest export market and South Africa the main source of imports, with mining commodities (uranium, gold, nickel ores, diamonds) dominating exports alongside fish, while re-exports increased significantly.

    10 May 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 9 May

  1. UN coordinator calls for coordinated action on job creation

    The United Nations Resident Coordinator in Namibia has called for stronger coordination and expanded support for small businesses to help Namibia achieve its target of creating 500,000 jobs. According to the Namibia Statistics Agency, youth unemployment stood at around 44% in 2023.

    9 May 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Israel Tjizake appointed deputy statistician general of NSA

    Israel Tjizake has been appointed as the new deputy statistician general of the Namibia Statistics Agency from 1 May, bringing over 25 years' experience in official statistics, data management, and institutional leadership. He will oversee the agency's core statistical operations and drive initiatives including modernisation of statistical systems and evidence-based decision-making.

    6 May 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. NSA appoints Israel Tjizake as deputy statistician general

    The Namibia Statistics Agency has appointed Israel Tjizake as deputy statistician general effective 1 May 2026, replacing Ottilie Mwazi. Tjizake brings more than 25 years of experience in development practice, statistics, data management and institutional leadership from work in government, the United Nations and academia.

    6 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Youth disconnection from global events shapes Namibian futures

    Many young Namibians remain unaware or unconcerned about international events that directly or indirectly affect their lives, from global economic shifts to climate change and political conflicts. This disengagement, rooted in lack of exposure and social media's prioritization of entertainment, leaves them disconnected from issues that influence fuel prices, food costs, job opportunities, and inflation at home.

    28 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 26 April

  1. Namibia's job creation ambitions require rethinking national conversation

    The Namibian publishes an opinion piece questioning whether Namibia's national conversation on jobs is aligned with its goal to create 500,000 jobs, given youth unemployment around 44% in 2023 and policies like expanded free tertiary education that will increase labour market entrants.

    26 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 25 April

  1. NSA spent N$130m on 2025/26 household survey fieldwork

    The Namibia Statistics Agency spent close to N$130 million on the data collection phase of the 2025/26 Namibia Household Income and Expenditure Survey, which covered 12 months of field operations across Namibia's 14 regions and concluded on 22 April. The survey covered a representative sample of 11,016 households and will produce key development indicators to support economic and policy analysis, with the final report expected by end of March 2027.

    25 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 23 April

  1. President convenes fishing sector dialogue amid worker crisis

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for open dialogue in Namibia's fishing industry as unions warn the sector is in crisis, with workers facing job insecurity, poor conditions, and limited benefits. The three-day consultation at Walvis Bay includes presentations from unions and employers, with government officials to discuss fish stocks, employment practices, and quota allocation reforms.

    23 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Namibia leads continental efforts addressing youth unemployment

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah commissioned a new National Governing Council of the African Peer Review Mechanism, with Namibia tasked to spearhead efforts tackling youth unemployment across Africa. The country's approach involves youth development funding, apprenticeships and education support, though Namibia itself faces a youth unemployment rate of around 44.4% according to census-based figures.

    23 April 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Government launches expanded youth skills and funding programmes

    President Nandi-Ndaitwah announced expanded government programmes to address youth unemployment through training, skills development, and funding. The initiatives include mushroom cultivation and biomass training, the Youth Credit Scheme, and the Youth Development Fund, which has approved 211 projects worth N$63.1 million with potential to create 898 jobs.

    15 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 14 April

  1. Khomas region posts highest March inflation rate at 3.2%

    The Khomas region registered 3.2% annual inflation for March, above the national rate of 2.1%, with housing and utilities driving inflation most significantly. Food prices fell sharply compared to the prior year, while transport costs declined, according to data from the Namibia Statistics Agency.

    14 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Namibia's inflation eases to 2.1% in March 2026

    Annual inflation in Namibia slowed to 2.1% in March 2026, down from 4.2% a year earlier, driven largely by lower transport costs, though housing and food remain significant cost pressures. Inflation varies by region, with Khomas recording the highest rate at 3.2% while northern zones recorded 1.0%.

    14 April 2026 · New Era →

  3. Namibia's N$270bn economy faces budget strain and weak job creation

    Namibia's economy has grown by N$80 billion over five years and tax revenue has risen from N$55 billion to N$76 billion, but the government faces competing budget pressures and slow job creation. The economy remains heavily dependent on mining and primary sectors that generate high export earnings but few jobs, prompting calls for economic diversification and value-added mineral processing.

    14 April 2026 · New Era →

Monday 13 April

  1. Walvis Bay housing shortage drives soaring electricity consumption

    Rapid population growth and proliferation of informal backyard housing in Walvis Bay have driven electricity consumption to record levels, with the suburb of Kuisebmond alone consuming 54% of Swakopmund's total power use. The municipality faces increasing pressure to provide affordable housing and land, with approximately 23 000 backyard shacks housing 42 000 people and thousands more on waiting lists.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 2 April

  1. Namibia needs coordinated jobs strategy, not more programmes

    According to UN Resident Coordinator Hopolang Phororo, while Namibia has launched numerous job creation initiatives and aims to create 500,000 jobs, fragmented efforts without shared tracking and coordination are failing to deliver impact at scale. Phororo argues that the country must shift from launching new programmes to aligning existing ones with clear accountability for results, particularly in supporting small enterprises to grow and survive beyond their early years.

    2 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. NSA urges use of census data in regional planning decisions

    The Namibia Statistics Agency has highlighted gaps in how official data is being used in decision-making, particularly in Kavango West, where a local councillor questioned whether government spending on data collection yields actionable results. The NSA spokesperson stressed the need to translate census statistics into concrete planning, citing pressures from a youthful population (76% under 35), urbanisation, and migration patterns that require targeted public service provision.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 1 April

  1. Fishing workers protest government hake quota auction plan

    Employees in Namibia's fishing industry protested the government's planned auction of 6 232 metric tonnes of hake quota, saying the system worsens working conditions and job insecurity. Workers called for quotas to be allocated directly to companies needing production support rather than sold to the highest bidder.

    1 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Youth leader calls for job creation reforms and NYC funding

    The secretary general of Nudo Youth League urged the government to allocate sufficient funding to the National Youth Council and reform Affirmative Action legislation to help graduates enter the job market, citing Namibia's youth unemployment rate of 44.4% as a serious concern requiring effective policies on job creation.

    31 March 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 29 March

  1. Namibia imports N$140m fish as local hake quotas fall

    Namibia imported nearly N$140 million in fish in the fourth quarter of 2025—a 40% increase from the previous year—driven by declining fishing quotas allocated to local companies, forcing processors to source raw material from South Africa and Spain to maintain operations and employment.

    29 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 28 March

  1. Wheat harvest drives 376% surge in grain production

    Namibia's grain production jumped 375.9% in late 2025 to 22,643 tonnes, driven primarily by a robust wheat harvest that grew 1,057.6%, while the agronomy import bill fell from N$863 million to N$488 million year-on-year.

    28 March 2026 · The Namibian →

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