Also known as: Namibia the Land of the Brave · Nam · SWA · One Namibia
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The Namibian
… While Namibia is a republic, it has many traditional monarchies, kingdoms, chiefdoms and royal houses: Ovambo (Ondonga, Oukwanyama, Ongandjera, Uukwambi, etc); Herero (Ovaherero, Ovambanderu); Witboois; Bondelswarts; Zambezi (Mafwe, Masubia, etc); and Kavango (Kwangali, Mbunza, e …
Abolish Monarchies in Namibia!The Namibian
… According to the ministry, chronic kidney disease and acute renal failure remain significant health challenges in Namibia, increasing the need for dialysis services. …
New state dialysis unit to serve 54 Erongo patientsInformanté
Staff Reporter THE Livestock Producers Organisation (LPO) has urged farmers across Namibia to strengthen biosecurity measures and strictly comply with animal health regulations as the threat of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) continues to pose a serious risk to the country’s livesto …
Farmers urged to tighten biosecurity amid border disease threatInformanté
… The research findings were published in the African Journal of Marine Science and compiled more than 60 years of confirmed sightings and strandings from Namibia and South Africa’s West Coast. …
Sightings of blue and fin whales increase in South-East AtlanticInformanté
Staff Reporter A VISION screening and eyewear initiative by ultimate.earth, in partnership with T-UP Vision and the Conservation Travel Foundation, has provided life-changing corrective glasses to nearly 500 residents and conservancy members in Namibia’s Kunene Region, restoring …
Eyewear programme brings sight to hundreds in Kunene RegionThe Namibian
… We also invited all 14 governors and regional councils of Namibia,” the entrepreneur, who runs Hafeni Tours at Swakopmund, said. …
Swakop summit highlightsfree African tradeThe Namibian
University of Namibia enrolment has grown strongly over the last two decades, rising from less than 5 000 students in 2000 to just under 30 000 in 2024, a six-fold increase. …
Namibia in Numbers: Unam Students by Faculty and GenderThe Namibian
South African entrepreneurs Sbusiso Leope, better known as DJ Sbu, and Sheldon Tatchell will be guest speakers at the 2026 Business Summit Namibia in Windhoek on 25 July. …
DJ Sbu to headline business summit in WindhoekThe Namibian
Namibia’s Paralympic athletes recently showcased their talent in the first-ever blindfolded running competition in Windhoek. …
Blindfold challenge shines light on para-athletesThe Namibian
… Lemerle says brown hyenas travel long distances along Namibia’s coastline in search of food. …
Protected habitat helps brown hyenas flourishThe Namibian Sun editorial warns of growing threats directed at investigators, prosecutors, journalists and witnesses in Namibia, expressing concern that intimidation could undermine the justice system.
Editorial warning of intimidation threats against investigators, prosecutors, and witnesses signals growing risks to the justice system's independence and public trust.
6 hours ago · Namibian Sun →
The Namibian Sun editorial warns of growing threats directed at investigators, prosecutors, journalists and witnesses in Namibia, expressing concern that intimidation could undermine the justice system.
6 hours ago · Namibian Sun →
The Ministry of Home Affairs has warned travellers against using private e-visa application platforms and agents, stating it has not appointed or authorised any external party to receive e-visa applications or fees. The Ministry has received complaints from international travellers who were directed to or mistakenly accessed private platforms, resulting in payments for visas that were never received.
7 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibian private sector credit extension accelerated to 4.8% year-on-year in April 2026, driven primarily by a sharp rebound in overdraft lending to both households and corporates, particularly in the mining sector, although longer-term credit categories remained subdued.
7 hours ago · Informanté →
The African Public Relations Association and China Media Group have joined Namibia Press Agency as strategic partners for the Effective Communicators Conference 2026, with Apra noting the collaboration reflects commitment to improving communication across Africa and China Media Group seeking to strengthen media cooperation with Namibia.
10 hours ago · 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.
11 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Energy Minister Modestus Amutse granted Swiss commodity trader Vitol an exclusive mandate to supply Namibia's entire fuel needs from June to August under a contract valued at an estimated N$2.4 billion a month, raising concerns about fuel sector capture given Vitol's links to individuals connected to politicians and the decision's apparent circumvention of the Competition Commission's conditions on fuel sourcing.
12 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Namibian publishes a personal essay on how the Omaheke region's place name /Nami #Nus (meaning "Ostrich Farm" in Khoekhoegowab) once reflected thriving wildlife, but ostriches were hunted to near-extinction for their skins in the 1970s and beyond, illustrating the consequences of short-term exploitation without regard for sustainability.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
International oil trader Vitol, which has been awarded a three-month sole fuel-supplier contract for Namibia, is a single company with multiple operational subsidiaries and offices, according to Minister Modestus Amutse. The clarification was made after confusion arose over which Vitol entity held the tender, with Amutse noting that Vitol has been supplying petroleum products to Namibia for the last six months.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah congratulated former Cuban president Raúl Castro on his 95th birthday, paying tribute to his contributions to Cuba and acknowledging Cuba's historic support for Namibia's liberation struggle. The president reaffirmed the deep bonds of friendship and solidarity between Namibia and Cuba.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
Improper disposal of disposable nappies is contributing to pollution and pressure on waste management systems in Oshikoto region, particularly in Onyaanya, Oniipa and Onayena constituencies, according to a Strategic Environmental Assessment for the regional land-use plan.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa argues that traditional chiefs in Namibia are appointed from royal bloodlines and accountable only to royal families, noting that Namibia's monarchies control land, influence local governance and receive state funding. The article contends that these monarchies are political actors rather than neutral cultural institutions and traces their roots to pre-colonial systems of social hierarchy later reshaped by colonial administrations.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Friday described the newly opened Goreangab Mall in Katutura as a symbol of economic transformation and confidence, noting it created about 300 construction jobs and is expected to sustain nearly 400 permanent jobs while offering over 40 stores providing banking, pharmacies, and restaurants.
6 June 2026 · The Namibian →
A new dialysis unit inaugurated at Walvis Bay District Hospital is expected to serve 54 state patients in the Erongo region, reducing their need to travel for treatment and lowering costs to the state.
6 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Livestock Producers Organisation has called on Namibian farmers to tighten biosecurity measures and comply with animal health regulations to protect against foot-and-mouth disease, which poses a threat to the country's livestock sector and export markets. The LPO chairperson warned that the disease remains an immediate threat at Namibia's borders and that maintaining access to international markets depends on farmers' adherence to strict farming practices and biosecurity protocols.
6 June 2026 · Informanté →
Research from the University of Cape Town spanning over 60 years of sightings and strandings in Namibia and South Africa's West Coast shows increasing sightings of Antarctic blue whales and fin whales, suggesting slow recovery from industrial whaling. Though sightings remain rare, Antarctic blue whales—currently at around 3% of pre-whaling populations—are increasing at about 5–8% per year with sustained protection.
6 June 2026 · Informanté →
Ultimate.earth, in partnership with T-UP Vision and the Conservation Travel Foundation, provided corrective glasses to nearly 500 residents and conservancy members across remote communities in Kunene Region, addressing limited healthcare access in the area.
6 June 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged Namibian business leaders to familiarise themselves with the Africa Continental Free Trade Area to expand trade beyond Namibia's borders. The Invest in Africa Trade Expo and Business Summit, held in Swakopmund from 28 to 30 May, brought together over 200 policymakers, investors, and enterprise delegates to promote intra-African trade and unlock AfCFTA opportunities, amid concerns that Africa currently conducts only 16% of its trade within itself.
6 June 2026 · The Namibian →
University of Namibia enrolment has grown from less than 5,000 students in 2000 to just under 30,000 in 2024. Female enrolment has consistently exceeded male enrolment, rising from 57.7% in 2000 to 62.7% in 2024.
6 June 2026 · The Namibian →
DJ Sbu and Sheldon Tatchell, South African entrepreneurs, will be guest speakers at the 2026 Business Summit Namibia in Windhoek on 25 July. The summit, one of Namibia's leading entrepreneurship and networking platforms, is expected to attract approximately 1,000 attendees.
6 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Sport On The Movement Foundation organised a blindfolded 100m running competition at Windhoek Independence Stadium, featuring Paralympic stars Ananias Shikongo, Johannes Nambala and Lahya Ishitile. The event raised funds and highlighted the determination and trust required by blind athletes competing at the highest level.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Brown hyenas in Tsau //Khaeb National Park have remained stable since 1997 with an estimated 200 to 300 individuals in the park, benefiting from successful breeding and low human disturbance. The Brown Hyena Research Project, supported by Namdeb and the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, studies the species' movements and warns that fences and busy roads could disrupt their long-distance coastal travels and threaten the population.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's deputy environmental commissioner Caroline Garus-Oas says protecting natural ecosystems such as forests, rivers, oceans and wetlands is critical in addressing climate change, noting that trees and algae absorb carbon dioxide and help maintain environmental balance. She also advocates for sustainable cities incorporating climate-smart buildings, solar energy and green spaces as nature-based solutions.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Former cabinet minister Calle Schlettwein warns that Namibia's emerging oil and gas wealth must not be concentrated among a select few, calling for stronger accountability and transparency. He notes that the country's exclusive economic zone and continental shelf claim could nearly double its natural resource endowment, though he cautions that sectors like fisheries already face challenges from overfishing and declining stocks.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation celebrated its 35th anniversary on Friday. Former directors and a media ombudsman reflected on the corporation's journey, including challenges of modernization, content acquisition, and maintaining relevance as a public broadcaster.
5 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has denied claims that it increased public healthcare tariffs to match those of the Namibia Association of Medical Aid Funds, clarifying that the Ministry of Finance—not the health ministry—has authority over Public Service Employees Medical Aid Scheme tariff changes. The ministry noted that tariff structures have not been comprehensively reviewed in 11 years despite significant changes in healthcare costs.
5 June 2026 · Informanté →
Nearly two years after Namibian author Linda Perestrelo published her book 'Fatherless', young men across the country say it continues to spark conversations about identity, healing, and the emotional impact of growing up without a father figure. Readers report the work has challenged them to confront long-ignored emotions around fatherlessness, trust, relationships, and confidence.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Jamila Jokomo, a psychological counsellor and mother from Tsumeb, transformed her personal breastfeeding experience into a growing online business selling nutrient-rich lactation cookies to support mothers across Namibia. The business grew from homemade cookies she made for herself into a venture that also includes counselling and encouragement for breastfeeding mothers.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Trade Union Congress of Namibia has called for urgent reforms to labour legislation after Namibia was placed in the "orange" category of the International Trade Union Confederation's Global Rights Index for violations of workers' rights. TUCNA highlighted concerns over restrictions affecting trade union registration, collective bargaining, and the right to strike, noting that while Namibia's labour framework provides strong protections on paper, workers face procedural and administrative barriers in practice.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Sisa Namandje Foundation has announced Anna Kaunawoye Mekondjo Thomas as the latest beneficiary of its Injured But Not Fallen Ex-PLAN Combatants Project, which has supported more than 20 seriously injured liberation war veterans since commencing in May 2025. Each beneficiary receives a once-off payment of N$10,000 as a token of appreciation for their sacrifices.
5 June 2026 · Informanté →
Legal practitioner Sisa Namandje contends that 37 years after independence, black Namibians remain unable to pursue the happiness promised in the Constitution's preamble, accusing both legislature and executive of insufficient action on racial economic imbalances and policies favouring those disadvantaged under apartheid.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →