Also known as: Namibia the Land of the Brave · Nam · SWA · One Namibia
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… Namibia is a great country. We have potential. …
Parliamentary Committee on Natural Resources slams poor management of Hardap Green SchemeInformanté
Staff Reporter THE Ministry of Information and Communication Technology and Swakop Uranium have agreed to explore potential partnerships aimed at advancing Namibia’s digital development agenda, with discussions focusing on expanding digital connectivity, improving infrastructure …
Information Ministry, Swakop Uranium explore digital development partnershipInformanté
… On behalf of the Government and people of Namibia, Nandi-Ndaitwah conveyed condolences to Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and the people of Zambia, highlighting Scott’s contribution to Zambia’s public life and the longstanding friendship between the two neighbouring countrie …
Nandi-Ndaitwah honours late Zambian Vice President Guy ScottThe Namibian
Namibia recorded more than half a million cyber vulnerabilities between April and June this year, prompting the Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team (Nam-CSIRT) to urge organisations to tighten their cybersecurity measures as threats continue to escalate. …
Cyber threats surge as Namibia records half a million vulnerabilitiesThe Namibian
Some Namibian contract workers on TotalEnergies’ oil and gas project say they were handed new employment terms on a ‘take-it-or-leave-it’ basis, with no room to negotiate. …
TotalEnergies ‘off-market’ contracts spark backlash from Namibian workersThe Namibian
Namibia’s reputation as a leader in water management has received a major international endorsement after being selected to host the headquarters of the inter-continental Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO). …
Namibia to host global water bodyThe Namibian
Only traditional seeds will be accepted at community seed banks to help preserve Namibia’s indigenous crops and plants for future generations. …
Genetically modified seeds barred from community seed banksThe Namibian
Rice farmers say a lack of machinery, irrigation equipment, fencing and market access is slowing the growth of rice production in Namibia. …
Equipment shortage slows rice farmingThe Namibian
Namibia loses nine out of every 10 small businesses within five years (The Brief, 2024). …
Why Mental Health Is an Economic IssueInformanté
… The State alleges that between 2015 and 2020, at or near various places in Namibia, Hangula unlawfully engaged in terrorist activities or supported or incited others to do so, namely by stating his intention to create a “State” in Namibia. …
High Court judge defers secret trial application in terrorism caseBowling national team head coach Axel Krahenbuhl says his players' international experience and thorough preparation position them to compete at the Commonwealth Games from 23 July to 2 August in Glasgow, Scotland.
1 hour ago · The Namibian →
Bowling national team head coach Axel Krahenbuhl says his players' international experience and thorough preparation position them to compete at the Commonwealth Games from 23 July to 2 August in Glasgow, Scotland.
1 hour ago · The Namibian →
Namibia Airports Company has introduced a modern Flight Information Display System (FIDS) at Walvis Bay International Airport, valued at approximately N$1.3 million, to improve passenger experience with real-time updates on arrivals, departures, boarding times, and gate allocations. The digital screens are installed at key passenger touchpoints including check-in areas, departure lounges, and waiting areas as part of NAC's broader digital transformation efforts.
2 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
South Africa took an unbeatable 2-0 lead in their women's field hockey test series against Namibia in Cape Town, winning 4-0 and 2-0 in the first two matches. With two matches remaining, Namibia cannot win the series but showed improvement in the second test.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia's women's cricket team won their first two matches in the T20 Four Nations Tournament, defeating Tanzania by nine wickets and Uganda in a super over, to top the log.
2 hours ago · The Namibian →
At the 2026 Erongo Regional Career Fair in Walvis Bay, Mayor Johannes Shimbilinga called for collective action to prepare young people for emerging industries, particularly oil and gas and green hydrogen, emphasizing the importance of STEM subjects and technical skills.
2 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Swakopmund hosted the 19th Africa Public Service Day (APSD) celebrations from 21 to 23 July 2026, bringing together public servants from across the country to discuss effective governance and universal access to water and safe sanitation. The three-day event, held at The Dome, was anchored under a theme aligned with the African Union Agenda 2063 and focused on enhancing public sector institutions and fostering multi-stakeholder partnerships.
2 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
An editorial argues that elected officials in Namibia abandon communities between elections, breaking the democratic covenant with citizens who expect continuous engagement rather than campaign-season attention. The piece cites residents of informal settlements and rural areas whose basic needs—water, sanitation, electricity, roads—remain unmet outside election cycles.
2 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Yambuka Housing, a new Namibian-owned company, has launched prefabricated homes ranging between N$120,000 and N$190,000 that can be assembled within seven days, positioning the model as an alternative to informal settlements. The company says it offers locally manufactured units on a 32-square-metre and 43-square-metre basis, though its financing mechanism is still under development.
3 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia has begun implementing the Financial Institutions and Markets Act (FIMA), a consolidated regulatory framework designed to strengthen consumer protection, enhance financial stability, and modernize oversight of the non-banking financial sector by replacing several separate laws.
5 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece argues that Walvis Bay's significance lies not in the port itself but in control over maritime trade routes and the geopolitical power that grants—a principle South Africa understood when it retained sovereignty for four years after Namibia's 1990 independence.
5 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
The Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources has criticised the management of government green schemes, describing conditions at the Hardap Green Scheme as "a disaster" due to poor maintenance, mismanagement, and lack of proper governance, following an oversight visit to agricultural projects in Hardap Region.
8 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia's Ministry of Information and Communication Technology and Swakop Uranium have agreed to explore partnerships to advance digital development, focusing on expanding connectivity, improving infrastructure, and promoting digital inclusion. The discussions highlight the government's challenges in deploying telecommunications infrastructure in areas without reliable electricity supply.
11 hours ago · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah signed a book of condolences at the Zambian High Commission in Windhoek on behalf of Namibia, honouring former Zambian Vice President Dr Guy Scott and reaffirming the longstanding friendship and cooperation between the two countries.
15 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia recorded more than half a million cyber vulnerabilities between April and June, representing a 39.8% increase from the previous quarter, according to the Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team. The Communication Regulatory Authority chief executive urged organisations to tighten cybersecurity measures, implement national incident management guidelines, and report incidents early.
15 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibian contract workers on TotalEnergies' offshore oil project say they were handed new employment terms on a 'take-it-or-leave-it' basis with no room to negotiate, citing concerns about no pension, limited medical aid, and years without salary increases. TotalEnergies and recruitment firm Apos deny wrongdoing, saying the new terms improve pay and benefits.
16 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia has been chosen to host the headquarters of the inter-continental Global Water Partnership Organisation after an 18-month competitive selection process. The country's water management expertise, political stability, infrastructure, and decades of experience managing water in one of the world's driest regions set it apart, with the relocation from Stockholm to Windhoek positioning Namibia as a global centre for water dialogue, innovation and knowledge sharing.
17 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia's community seed banks will accept only traditional seeds to preserve indigenous crops and plants, according to the chief forester at the National Plant Genetic Resources Centre. Indigenous seeds are better suited to local conditions and resilient to climate challenges, while genetically modified seeds will be excluded because they deplete soil nutrients.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
Rice farmers in Namibia cite shortages of machinery, irrigation equipment, fencing, and market access as barriers to scaling production. Manual planting, harvesting, and threshing operations, plus livestock damage to unfenced gardens, remain key challenges.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
Chronic stress from financial threat impairs the prefrontal cortex responsible for planning and risk assessment, while activating the brain's alarm system. Recent research identifies managerial and strategic failure as a core reason businesses collapse, and the article argues sustained financial stress on founders' brains contributes to Namibia's high small-business failure rate.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →
High Court judge Hannelie Prinsloo has deferred a judgment on the State's application for a closed-door hearing in the trial of Jona Hangula, a 32-year-old accused of working with ISIS and Boko Haram to allegedly overthrow the Namibian government. The in-camera application will be decided by the trial judge once assigned to the case; the matter was postponed to 20 August 2026 pending translation of Arabic-language evidence documents.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has warned regional councils to improve project implementation and service delivery while announcing a N$10 million allocation for the Food/Cash for Work Programme to provide temporary income support to vulnerable households and strengthen rural resilience. According to the deputy minister, 50.5% of Namibia's population lives in rural areas, and while some regional councils have made progress, others struggle with poor implementation.
20 hours ago · Informanté →
Windhoek-based DJ and digital solutions analyst Mercy Shoombe, known as DJ Kandy, has launched Kandy Beauty, a new brand that debuted with a range of lip products. She plans to expand the product range over the next three years while building her customer base.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Bank of Namibia's Macroprudential Oversight Committee concluded that Namibia's financial system remains sound and stable following an assessment of systemic risks and vulnerabilities. Real GDP grew by 2.0% in the first quarter of 2026, rebounding from 0.1% in the final quarter of 2025, with growth projected to reach 2.6% in 2026, though the outlook faces downside risks from geopolitical tensions, weaker global demand, and water supply constraints.
22 hours ago · Informanté →
Landless People's Movement senior member Vendjihimisa Kandetu has resigned from the party, citing personal convictions and professional aspirations that require a new direction. Kandetu stepped down as an LPM member, central committee member, and gazetted parliamentary candidate with immediate effect, though she declined to disclose her next political move.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
The government distributed N$774 000 to athletes and coaches for medal-winning performances in the first quarter of 2026 across athletics, wrestling, full contact, inline hockey and Special Olympics Namibia. The Namibia Sports Commission said rewards are distributed under a Cabinet-approved 2018 policy based on defined criteria, replacing an ad hoc system that existed before 2018.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
National swimming coach Jean-Michael Leitner says the Namibian swimmers selected for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games have earned their places through hard work and consistent results, and believes they are capable of reaching finals and competing for medals if they deliver their best performances.
23 hours ago · The Namibian →
Five years after Air Namibia's collapse, Namibia Air has filed aviation licence applications to operate passenger and cargo services domestically, regionally and internationally, with the government aiming to launch the fully operational joint airline with Botswana by the end of 2026 and Ethiopian Airlines as the strategic operating partner.
23 hours ago · New Era →
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has allocated N$10 million towards a Food/Cash-for-Work Programme for the current financial year to provide temporary income support to vulnerable households and create community assets, in response to Namibia's unemployment rate of 36.9% and youth unemployment of 44.1%.
23 hours ago · New Era →
A Parliamentary Standing Committee has identified limited institutional capacity, inadequate funding, and weak coordination between government levels as key obstacles to Namibia's decentralisation reforms under NDP6. The committee is holding a five-day workshop in Gobabis to examine whether the country's legal, institutional, and financial frameworks are sufficient to support decentralisation objectives.
23 hours ago · New Era →
The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Shanghai committee has donated 1,000 pairs of running shoes to the Namibia National Olympic Committee as a symbol of growing friendship and to support youth sport cooperation, following President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent state visit to China.
22 July 2026 · The Namibian →