Also known as: Namibia the Land of the Brave · Nam · SWA · One Namibia
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The Namibian
… Luvindao says Namibia’s vast geography, growing population and increasing pressure on health facilities make partnerships necessary to strengthen the country’s emergency response system. …
Govt, MVA Fund partner on emergency careThe Namibian
Bank Windhoek’s Cancer Apple Project has raised a record N$4 million this year for the Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN), bringing the initiative’s total contributions since its launch in 2000 to N$42.4 million. …
Cancer Apple Project raises record N$4mInformanté
… Nampol also warned that unverified reports can have a negative impact on Namibia’s tourism industry by creating unnecessary safety concerns among visitors and travellers. …
Minors behind Henties Bay–Usakos road obstructionWindhoek Observer
Namibia’s parliament was not created to be a theatre of political vanity. It was created to make the government answerable to the people. …
The politics of incompetence and the battle for the soul of parliamentInformanté
Staff Reporter VICE President Lucia Witbooi has officially launched Namibia’s 2026 National Day of Prayer, calling on Namibians to unite in prayer against gruesome killings, gender-based violence and road accidents, while urging alcohol outlets and gambling establishments to take …
National Day of Prayer launched to address killings, GBV and road accidentsThe Namibian
Lhuan-dre Pretorius scored a maiden Twenty20 international century as South Africa beat brave Namibia by 11 runs on Friday in a thrilling final league match of a tri-series with Zimbabwe. …
Maiden Pretorius ton helps South Africa beat brave NamibiaInformanté
Staff Reporter Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has suggested that Namibia should expand onshore processing and adopt a more transparent quota allocation system that invests in local businesses. …
Zaamwani pushes for more local onshore fish processing and transparent quota allocationInformanté
… Zaamwani made these remarks at the National Fisheries Indaba in Walvis Bay, which she said provides a platform for constructive dialogue on the future of Namibia’s fisheries sector. …
Zaamwani calls for urgent action to protect fish stocksInformanté
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA fell agonisingly short of a record chase against South Africa on Friday, losing by 11 runs after a spirited run chase in the final round-robin match of the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. …
Namibia fall 11 runs short against South AfricaThe Namibian
The governments of Namibia and the United States on Friday announced a planned, phased reduction of US financial assistance for Namibia’s HIV-AIDS response. …
Namibia, US announce phased reduction of HIV fundingThe article examines why the "boy child" has become a focus of public discourse in Namibia, noting that boys have higher school dropout and repetition rates than girls. While women have made significant political gains, including the 2025 election of the country's first female president, the article suggests economic and social power remains unevenly distributed across sectors.
4 hours ago · The Namibian →
The article examines why the "boy child" has become a focus of public discourse in Namibia, noting that boys have higher school dropout and repetition rates than girls. While women have made significant political gains, including the 2025 election of the country's first female president, the article suggests economic and social power remains unevenly distributed across sectors.
4 hours ago · The Namibian →
A former Mr. Gay Namibia, now a transgender woman writing from abroad, calls on the government to fulfill its constitutional duty to protect LGBTQIA+ Namibians from escalating targeted violence and hate crimes, citing recent fatal and brutal attacks against transgender and queer community members.
4 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has launched a new employment permit valid for up to five years, effective immediately, to make Namibia more attractive to investors and improve the investment climate by reducing administrative barriers.
13 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia's FNB Eagles scored 217/3 in a T20 Cricket International against South Africa in Windhoek on Friday, recording the highest-ever T20I total by an Associate side against a Full Member nation, though South Africa won with 228/4.
19 hours ago · Informanté →
An independent review finds that the Sandpiper Marine Phosphate Project's economic case remains incomplete, with updated financial, environmental and fisheries assessments needed before its projected benefits can be established. The review notes that while available evidence does not support declaring the project uneconomic, it also lacks sufficient basis to establish the scale and durability of its benefits, citing concerns over phosphate price volatility and a 20-year operating life.
22 hours ago · Informanté →
Rundu Town Council has established Rundu Town Council Commercial Services (Pty) Ltd, a wholly council-owned commercial company intended to strengthen the town's revenue base, attract investment, and support municipal service delivery. Prime Minister Dr Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare remarked that the company belongs to residents and should prioritize public service delivery alongside generating profit, while local authorities should explore innovative financing methods to meet growing demand for infrastructure and services.
5 September 2026 · Informanté →
A Namibian graduate who spent four years unemployed despite having a qualification has found an alternative livelihood through cross-border trading, sourcing clothes and accessories from Angola and now training others to do the same. She began the business in 2023 after seeing social media encouragement, though her first trip proved harrowing.
5 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
National Council vice-chairperson Emma Muteka told 42 school-going learners from all 14 regions gathered at the fourth junior National Council session that social media should be used to create meaningful change in communities, not just for entertainment, and that "followers are not the same as leadership."
5 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's cattle market is showing signs of recovery in 2026, with around 156,000 head marketed between January and July—a 28% increase compared to the same period in 2025. The recovery follows a sharp decline in 2025 when farmers retained animals to rebuild herds, but is now driven by herd stabilization, stronger demand, and higher cattle prices.
5 September 2026 · The Namibian →
New minimum wages and employment conditions for construction workers came into force on 1 September and will remain in place for two years. Labourers and general workers will earn a minimum of N$20.43 per hour in the first year, rising to N$21.45 per hour from 1 September 2027, with the agreement also requiring employers to provide protective equipment and setting productivity standards.
5 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services and the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund have signed an agreement to improve emergency medical response and trauma care through cooperation on ambulance services, equipment, facility improvements, and training.
5 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Bank Windhoek's Cancer Apple Project raised a record N$4 million this year for the Cancer Association of Namibia, bringing total contributions since 2000 to N$42.4 million. The funds will support cancer awareness, screening, outreach and patient support as the 26-year campaign addresses Namibia's rising cancer burden.
5 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Nampol in Usakos clarified that a roadblock on the gravel road between Usakos and Henties Bay was created by minors seeking attention from passing motorists and tourists to ask for food and money, not for robbery. The minors were warned in the presence of their parents, and police confirmed the road remains safe to use.
5 September 2026 · Informanté →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia's parliament is descending into dysfunction and must refocus on its core purpose: making government answerable to the people through vigorous public scrutiny and debate, rather than becoming a venue for political vanity and confrontation.
5 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has officially launched Namibia's 2026 National Day of Prayer, scheduled for Saturday, 12 September from 10:00 to 12:00, calling on Namibians to unite in prayer against killings, gender-based violence and road accidents under the theme "Seeking Divine Intervention Towards Behavioural Transformation to Save Lives." The event, set by Cabinet, will be hosted at Independence Arena in Katutura, Windhoek, with regional gatherings at local churches and places of worship, while alcohol outlets and gambling establishments are urged to close for the occasion.
5 September 2026 · Informanté →
Lhuan-dre Pretorius scored a maiden Twenty20 international century as South Africa defeated Namibia by 11 runs in a tri-series final league match in Windhoek, with Pretorius and Connor Esterhuizen opening for 156 runs in South Africa's 228-4.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has called for Namibia to expand onshore processing and adopt a more transparent quota allocation system that rewards investment in local factories and jobs. She also urged the industry to align harvesting capacity with biological limits, restrict commercial licenses to vessels with significant Namibian ownership, and ensure local market access to marine resources.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has highlighted the importance of maintaining the health of the fishing sector, noting that while some fish stocks remain healthy, others are under significant pressure and require immediate attention. She emphasised that protecting the country's marine resources is essential to ensuring a prosperous fishing industry in the future.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia fell short of a record chase against South Africa on Friday in the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series, losing by 11 runs after scoring 217 for three while chasing 229 for victory. Opening batsman Jan Frylinck struck 72 off 36 balls in an aggressive innings that kept Namibia ahead early, but South Africa tightened their bowling in the middle overs and secured their place in Sunday's final against Zimbabwe.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia and the United States announced a planned, phased reduction of US financial assistance for Namibia's HIV-AIDS response, with US support to transition over the next year from financial assistance to a technical cooperation model. This follows Namibia's achievement of HIV-AIDS epidemic control and surpassing of global targets, including reaching 96-98-98 and exceeding the UNAIDS 95-95-95 fast-track targets.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Windhoek High School archers competing on Namibia's development and national teams helped the country secure an overall silver medal at the AGA African Federation Tournament in Lobatse, Botswana, from 12 to 15 August, with the teams collectively producing six medals.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The High Commission of India is hosting the first Indian tea exhibition in Namibia at Grove Mall, showcasing heritage, diversity and varieties from Assam, Darjeeling and Nilgiri, as well as India's tea cultivation, processing and consumption traditions. The initiative aims to promote awareness of India's cultural and economic heritage and strengthen people-to-people and commercial ties between the two countries.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Supreme Court upheld a High Court judgment canceling a multimillion-dollar school hostel food supply tender for government schools across Namibia's 14 regions after the Central Procurement Board and Ministry of Education appealed the decision. The tender was found to have irregularities, including the exclusion of a bidder for failing to provide an English translation of an Afrikaans-language supporting document.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia host South Africa in the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series at Windhoek, needing victory to secure a final spot while South Africa remain favourites after winning their last two matches.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed two judges from Lesotho—Realeboha Mathaba and Polo Banyane—as acting judges of appeal of Namibia's Supreme Court from September to December this year. The Judicial Service Commission also announced appointments of three acting High Court judges for staggered terms beginning September and October.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi addressed the fifth Sustainable Development Awards ceremony, calling for youth empowerment as a driver of Namibia's sustainable development and emphasizing that sustainable development is a shared national endeavour requiring commitment from all sectors of society.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has said the newly launched Rundu Town Council Commercial Services should prioritise public service delivery over profit, with its success benefiting the community rather than being driven by financial gain alone.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has recorded more than 122,000 malaria cases this year, with nearly 10,000 hospital admissions and over 100 deaths; 81% of cases are local transmission. Health Minister Esperance Luvindao called on communities to support Indoor Residual Spraying efforts to reduce transmission, citing preventable illness and strain on healthcare facilities.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's second ReThink Waste GreenCycle expo will be held on 30–31 October, bringing together government, businesses, innovators and communities to turn waste into economic value and advance circular economy transition. The organisers' long-term target is to contribute to 5,000-plus green jobs by 2030, with focus on growing small and medium enterprises in the circular economy, climate resilience and green transition financing.
4 September 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned that Namibia must be cautious about taking on international debt and should instead prioritize mobilizing capital within the country to finance development. During a meeting with Capricorn Group, the financial services company outlined its loan and advances portfolio exceeding N$40 billion and its commitment to invest in sectors including oil and gas and SMEs.
4 September 2026 · New Era →