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New Era
First Gentlemen Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah has said Namibia’s departed second First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba was the mastermind and driving force behind the country’s success in fighting the HIV/AIDS pandemic, which has today allowed the country to surpass the UN’s global 95-95-95 HI …
‘Namibia’s success in HIV/AIDS fight nothing without Pohamba’Windhoek Observer
Patience Makwele The government’s proposed changes to the administration of Namibia’s petroleum sector have cleared a key parliamentary hurdle, with 50 lawmakers voting in favour of the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill despite a walkout by most opposition par …
Petroleum bill advances despite opposition walkout …50 MPs back second reading as oversight concerns persistWindhoek Observer
… ng of the Council of Traditional Leaders in Otjiwarongo on Monday, Nandi-Ndaitwah said some traditional authorities, headmen and headwomen were selling communal land as if it belonged to them. “No traditional authority, district headman or head woman directly owns land in Namibia …
Nandi-Ndaitwah warns chiefs over communal land salesWindhoek Observer
… He said the evidence gathered would help determine whether the model could be extended to other parts of Namibia, particularly communities where young people have limited access to land, training, technology, mentorship and markets. …
Kavango East puts youth to work on climate-smart farmingWindhoek Observer
CHAMWE KAIRA Namibia’s quarterly diamond production declined to 495 000 carats in the quarter ending 30 September compared to 531 000, De Beers production figures showed. …
Diamond production declines to 495 000 in Q3Windhoek Observer
Staff Writer Mineral price movements in September suggest that inflation and rising interest rates may be starting to temper price gains, while Namibia’s mining output declined in August, according to the September 2026 Monthly Mining Update by the Chamber of Mines of Namibia. …
Mining output records a modest declineThe Namibian
Namibia’s tourism accommodation occupancy reached 66.5% in the third quarter of 2026, exceeding levels recorded last year and in 2019, according to the Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN). …
Namibia tourism occupancy rises to 66.5%The Namibian
… There, Penehupifo worked as a midwife, a profession that would see her deliver babies in Swapo’s exile camps during the liberation struggle in Namibia and abroad. …
Mee Penny’s babiesThe Namibian
The United States embassy in Namibia has paid tribute to former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba, praising her legacy of public service, healthcare advocacy and commitment to women’s empowerment. …
US embassy mourns lady Pohamba’s deathThe Namibian
The environment ministry has raised concerns about illegal sand mining across Namibia, saying the low number of applications for environmental clearance certificates suggests that many operators may be extracting sand and gravel without the required approval. …
Few permits raise fears of illegal sand miningNamibia has recorded no reported illness linked to a recalled batch of Nestlé NAN Special Pro HA infant formula, despite concerns over possible contamination with cereulide, a toxin produced by Bacillus cereus. The health minister said the recall was precautionary, but warned that potential consequences could be serious because the affected population involves infants.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia has recorded no reported illness linked to a recalled batch of Nestlé NAN Special Pro HA infant formula, despite concerns over possible contamination with cereulide, a toxin produced by Bacillus cereus. The health minister said the recall was precautionary, but warned that potential consequences could be serious because the affected population involves infants.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Fine Art Gallery at Swakopmund has opened entries for the fifth edition of the Africa Wildlife Artist of the Year (Away) 2027 competition, featuring an increased first prize of N$50,000 and a solo exhibition for the winner. The initiative, which was officially launched in 2023, aims to create a platform where artists worldwide can contribute to Namibian conservation projects.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia's goal to become a major green hydrogen exporter faces a longer path to commercial viability as oil exploration accelerates, with companies like TotalEnergies and Equinor advancing petroleum projects while large-scale hydrogen initiatives struggle to secure financing and buyers, according to the Institute for Public Policy Research.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
The 2026 Simply You Magazine Lifestyle and Fashion Awards will feature the theme 'Rooted in Namibia, Styled for the World', reflecting growing ambition and talent in the local creative sector. The event will showcase Namibian fashion, design, and culture with red-carpet styling, live performances, and international presentation standards.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia's National Olympic Committee chief executive Anri Parker says the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar must be viewed as part of a longer-term high-performance pathway towards senior Olympics and Commonwealth Games, not the end of an athlete's development. Parker emphasises that Namibia will field 12 athletes in seven disciplines at the October-November games, and that the experience should inform each athlete's next development phase through stronger collaboration with national federations, coaching development and international partnerships.
3 hours ago · The Namibian →
China's ambassador to Namibia says Namibia has approved the export of table grapes and wild aquatic products to China, with cooperation strengthened through agricultural science and technology exchanges. The minister of agriculture noted Namibia is shifting toward irrigation and climate-smart farming methods.
3 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Nakalega Youth Irrigation Project in Oshana region produces fruits and vegetables but faces difficulty finding buyers. The project, which employs seven young people permanently and covers 12 hectares, also contends with high fertiliser prices and rising pest-control chemical costs.
3 hours ago · The Namibian →
The South African Feedlot Association has decided not to support imports of live cattle and beef products from Namibia and Botswana due to concerns over foot-and-mouth disease, citing the need to protect South Africa's livestock industry and international beef export markets.
6 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia will participate in the inaugural Fifa U/15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 22 to 31 October, alongside more than 180 Fifa member associations. Head coach Woody Jacobs says the tournament offers young players valuable exposure and will help guide the country's long-term football development plans.
6 hours ago · New Era →
At the Angola-Namibia Business Forum in Luanda, President Nandi-Ndaitwah urged businesses from both countries to invest jointly in industries and process natural resources locally rather than exporting unprocessed commodities, citing complementary economic strengths in agriculture, mining, fishing, oil and gas, and energy.
6 hours ago · New Era →
First Gentleman Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah attributed Namibia's exceptional performance in fighting HIV/AIDS—achieving a 97-98-98 rate and surpassing UN targets—to the dedication of the departed former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba, who championed maternal and child healthcare, HIV/AIDS awareness, and community welfare.
6 hours ago · New Era →
The National Assembly passed the second reading of the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill on Tuesday with 50 lawmakers voting in favour, despite a walkout by most opposition parties. The bill, which proposes shifting certain responsibilities to the President and a new Upstream Petroleum Unit, now proceeds to the committee stage.
9 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned traditional leaders that selling communal land as personal property could result in criminal cases, calling on them to end corruption and illegal land allocations that deny disadvantaged communities access to land. She stated that traditional authorities do not own communal land unless they have purchased it through proper channels as individuals.
9 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Young people in Kavango East will gain practical agricultural skills at the newly inaugurated Linus Shashipapo Climate Change Action Centre, where they can learn horticulture, sustainable production and climate-smart technologies alongside employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.
10 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's quarterly diamond production declined to 495,000 carats in the quarter ending 30 September, compared to 531,000 carats a year earlier, according to De Beers production figures. Year-to-date production for the first nine months reached 1.58 million carats, down 3% from 1.62 million carats in the same period of 2025.
10 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's Mining Production Composite Index fell 4% month on month in August, driven by a 12% drop in diamond production, while uranium, zinc, and gold rose. Mineral prices were mixed in September, with inflation and rising interest rates tempering gains and fuelling operating costs for the sector.
10 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Tourism accommodation occupancy in Namibia hit 66.5% in the third quarter of 2026, surpassing 2025 and 2019 levels, according to the Hospitality Association of Namibia. The association noted that luxury establishments supporting wildlife conservation and community initiatives performed well.
20 hours ago · The Namibian →
Penehupifo Pohamba, who died aged 78 at a Windhoek hospital, worked as a midwife in Swapo's exile camps during the liberation struggle. Those she helped deliver, including Matilde 'Mboshono' Kulo born in 1981, remember her humanitarian commitment to ensuring women's survival during childbirth.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
The United States embassy in Namibia has paid tribute to former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba, praising her legacy of public service, healthcare advocacy and commitment to women's empowerment following her death.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
The environment ministry told parliament that only 56 applications for environmental clearance certificates were received over three years, raising concerns that many sand and gravel operators may be extracting without required approval. The ministry reported 15 cases of illegal mining but noted that the low application numbers across most regions prevent establishing the true scale of illegal extraction or adequacy of enforcement.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Members of the public reported approximately 80 unattended cattle near Otjiwarongo plots, with complaints to the municipality, police and veterinary services yielding no immediate response. The Municipality issued a public notice on 28 September 2026 prohibiting unattended livestock within town boundaries, citing road safety risks and foot-and-mouth disease concerns, with impoundment charges set at N$367.60 per animal per day.
20 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →
During September and October, 1219 students from twelve Namibian schools participated in the Curiosity Cube, a mobile science lab run by Merck employees and University of Namibia volunteers, where students conducted interactive experiments in synthetic biology and STEM learning.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Competition Commission approved the sale of the Karibib lithium project to London-listed African Critical Elements on 6 October. The commission found the transaction unlikely to reduce competition and imposed conditions aimed at workforce localisation, skills development, and increased local participation in the project's value chain.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Mines and Industries Minister Modestus Amutse has called for urgent implementation of the long-delayed Baynes Binational Hydropower Project, saying Namibia and Angola must accelerate it toward construction to strengthen electricity security and support regional industrial development.
20 October 2026 · New Era →
A single mother from Kalkfeld is appealing for funds to take her four-year-old son to India for a kidney transplant after doctors diagnosed him with end-stage kidney failure. She has offered to be the donor and says treatment in South Africa would cost over N$2 million.
20 October 2026 · New Era →
At the inaugural Angola-Namibia Bi-National Commission session in Luanda, President Nandi-Ndaitwah called for reducing administrative delays, transport constraints, and other barriers to trade between the two countries. She emphasized the need for stronger cooperation among border authorities and implementation of the more than 60 bilateral agreements already signed, to improve people's lives rather than just accumulate agreements.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and Angola have agreed to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation through an inaugural Bi-National Commission, with Trade and International Relations Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi proposing a digital scorecard to monitor implementation of agreed commitments. The move aims to reverse declining trade between the two countries by leveraging their geographical proximity and people-to-people relations.
20 October 2026 · New Era →
Choppies Namibia is running a competition until December offering shoppers a chance to win their share of N$1 million in prizes, including weekly draws at each of its 25 stores with cash prizes ranging from N$40,000 to N$120,000 and a Toyota Vitz as the grand prize.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia and Angola's 60+ bilateral agreements on trade, infrastructure, energy, and security should deliver tangible benefits to ordinary citizens, not remain merely on paper. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasized that citizens judge cooperation by improved lives, not the number of agreements signed.
20 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Sports Development and a Protocol of Cooperation on Arts and Culture with Angola during the Inaugural Session of the Namibia-Angola Binational Commission. The agreements establish frameworks for joint programmes, exchanges, capacity building, and the shared care of cross-border monuments and cultural heritage.
20 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →