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The Namibian
During September and October, 1219 students from twelve schools became scientists for the day, working alongside Merck employees and partner volunteers from University of Namibia (UNAM). …
Advertorial: Curiosity Cube™ Inspires Future Scientists in Namibia Through Hands-On DiscoveryThe Namibian
… The competition commission decided to approve the merger with conditions on 6 October. “The transaction [has the] potential to stimulate investment, future lithium, rubidium, and caesium production, employment creation, skills transfer and broader economic growth in Namibia,” the …
Karibib lithium project sale gets greenlightNew Era
… Amutse made it clear that the time for prolonged feasibility studies and planning has passed, insisting that Namibia and Angola must now accelerate the project towards actual construction. …
Amutse demands urgent action on Baynes hydropowerNew Era
… Her eldest is at the University in Namibia and her second child is in Grade 11 in Outjo. …
Mother pleads for kidney transplant for son needs over N$2m if done in South AfricaThe Namibian
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah wants Namibia and Angola to improve cross-border trade by reducing administrative delays, transport constraints and other obstacles that increase the cost of doing business. …
Nandi-Ndaitwah wants easier cross-border tradeNew Era
Namibia and Angola have agreed to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation amid declining trade between the two countries, with a proposed digital scorecard to monitor the implementation of agreements under their inaugural Bi-National Commission (BNC). …
Namibia, Angola seek to revive declining tradeThe Namibian
Choppies Namibia has launched a competition offering shoppers across the country a chance to win their share of N$1 million in prizes. …
Choppies launches N$1m birthday bonanzaWindhoek Observer
There is something both encouraging and sobering about the revelation that Namibia and Angola have more than 60 bilateral agreements covering everything from trade and infrastructure to energy, security and social cooperation. …
From agreements to action: Namibia and Angola must deliverNamibian Sun
The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, signed the agreements on Monday on the sidelines of the Inaugural Session of the Namibia-Angola Binational Commission (BNC).The first agreement, a Memorandum of Understanding in the field of S …
BREAKING: Namibia-Angola Ties Get Boost with Sport, Culture AgreementsThe Namibian
… His participation demonstrated the potential of young Namibian footballers and the importance of creating opportunities for local talent to experience football beyond Namibia. …
Ileni’s Italian job: Swakop star returnsThe City of Windhoek has closed the Olympia Swimming Pool on Friday and Saturday for an event, with the facility reopening on Sunday. The closure coincides with a heatwave expected to bring temperatures between 36°C and 42°C across the country, particularly affecting the Khomas region by Friday and southern Namibia over the weekend.
5 hours ago · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek has closed the Olympia Swimming Pool on Friday and Saturday for an event, with the facility reopening on Sunday. The closure coincides with a heatwave expected to bring temperatures between 36°C and 42°C across the country, particularly affecting the Khomas region by Friday and southern Namibia over the weekend.
5 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters defended its decision to support the petroleum exploration and production amendment bill, the only opposition party to vote with Swapo, saying Namibia's political independence must be matched by economic control of its petroleum resources. The party acknowledged concerns about concentration of authority and political interference but rejected claims its support amounted to surrendering resources to the political elite.
6 hours ago · The Namibian →
Coach Ronnie Kanalelo left African Stars for Marumo Gallants in South Africa's Betway Premiership, citing differences between professional structures in the two countries. Kanalelo said Namibian clubs operate at less professional levels and that the move aligns better with his coaching methodology.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
African Stars chairperson Salomo Hei remains confident the Namibian champions can overturn their 1-0 deficit against Orlando Pirates in Friday's CAF Champions League return leg, citing the team's capacity to make history and drawing parallels to an earlier comeback against AS Mangasport.
7 hours ago · The Namibian →
Former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba, who served from 2005 to 2015 and died on 17 October at age 78, was buried at her family cemetery in Okanghudi village, Ohangwena region, on 31 October. She was remembered for her work as a nurse and midwife during Namibia's liberation struggle and for her dedication to maternal and child healthcare.
8 hours ago · The Namibian →
A Swapo MP has tabled a motion seeking legally binding national budget funding and clearer classification criteria for local authorities, arguing they are underfunded yet responsible for frontline service delivery despite relying on difficult-to-sustain rates and taxes.
8 hours ago · The Namibian →
Justice and Labour Relations Minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel clarified in Parliament that people entering civil marriages must disclose existing customary spouses, responding to questions about bigamy and the recognition of customary marriages following reports of a woman allegedly married to three men.
10 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Green Metals Refining Ltd received environmental clearance from the ministry of environment, forestry and tourism in October for its planned manganese refinery and sulphuric acid plant at Farm 58 in Walvis Bay. The approval clears the way for further project development toward a Final Investment Decision, though construction has not yet begun.
11 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
As companies increasingly rely on third-party service providers for cloud storage, payroll, accounting software and other functions, they face growing cyber risks despite strong internal controls. IBM's Cost of a Data Breach Report 2026 found supply chain compromise is the second most common attack vector after phishing, with such breaches taking an average of 258 days to identify and resolve.
11 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
Namibian agriculture faces considerable change from climate variability, animal health challenges including Foot-and-Mouth Disease, rising input costs, and shifting markets. Farmers who succeed during difficult periods are those that understand their operations, know their numbers, and adapt when circumstances change.
11 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Meteorological Service warns of temperatures between 36°C and 42°C across the country until the weekend, caused by a high-pressure system moving from northern to central Namibia. The regions of Zambezi, Kavango East, Kavango West, Ohangwena, Oshikoto, Oshana, Omusati, Kunene and Otjozondjupa are expected to be hardest hit, with public urged to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exposure between 12h00 and 15h00.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
United States ambassador to Namibia John Giordano met government officials, corporate executives and investors in multiple cities to attract private investment in Namibia's energy, mining and infrastructure opportunities.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
The author argues that Namibia's National Development Plan 6 and Vision 2030 will succeed only if government understands where to prioritize investment for maximum impact, and proposes that the country appoint a presidential special adviser on spatial planning to ensure development priorities—including economic growth, education, agriculture, and environmental sustainability—are geographically targeted.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
The 2023 Population and Housing Census found that 87.2% of men aged 18–39 in Namibia had never been married. Experts attribute the shift to changing gender roles, women's financial independence, and reduced parental involvement in marriage decisions.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
Secretary to Cabinet Emilia Mkusa says Namibia has no specific protocols governing the burial of former first spouses and is currently considering appropriate arrangements, following the death of former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba, aged 78. It remains unclear whether she will be accorded a state funeral or national honours, as the president is yet to decide.
22 hours ago · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has challenged Namibia and Angola to convert their political ties into concrete business deals through joint investments, manufacturing, and expanded trade. She identified agriculture, mining, fishing, oil and gas, and energy as key sectors for cooperation and urged both countries to reduce reliance on exporting raw materials while developing local industries.
23 hours ago · The Namibian →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has called on the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism to strengthen wildfire prevention and response strategies following a 2025 fire that damaged part of Etosha National Park. The ministry is undertaking measures including establishing firebreaks, positioning water tanker trucks, and intensifying public awareness campaigns on environmental protection.
23 hours ago · The Namibian →
Keetmanshoop Municipality has reportedly been unable to pay more than 250 employees for October, with debt to NamWater approaching N$100 million and residents owing the municipality more than N$84 million. The article questions the qualifications and accountability of local authority leadership when basic salary obligations cannot be met.
21 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The International Monetary Fund forecasts Namibia's economy to grow at 2% in 2026 and 2.7% in 2027, outpacing South Africa's projected 1% growth in 2026, though both will remain below the sub-Saharan African average of 4.5%. However, economist Abraham Eita warns that such GDP growth may not translate into jobs and improved living conditions for ordinary Namibians.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · 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.
21 October 2026 · New Era →