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The Namibian
Namibian Constitution obliges the state to actively promote and maintain welfare by maintaining ecosystems and biodiversity
“Article 95(l) of the Constitution obliges the state to actively promote and maintain the welfare of the people by adopting policies aimed at the maintenance of ecosystems, essential ecological processes and biological diversity for the benefit of present and future generations.”
Ministry condemns illegal sand, gravel miningNew Era
Namibian Constitution enshrine education as constitutional right in Article 20(1)
“Education is a constitutional right as enshrined in Article 20(1) of the Namibian Constitution and affirmed by Section 6(1) of the Basic Education Act (Act No. 3 of 2020).”
Learner placement not for saleThe Namibian
The Namibian Constitution states that equality is good
The Namibian
Namibian Constitution prohibits torture or cruel, degrading treatment of pupils and teachers
“Article 8 of the Namibian Constitution is clear: No pupil or teacher may be subjected to torture or cruel, degrading treatment.”
Discipline in Schools: What Really Works?The Namibian
Namibian Constitution clearly states that the state must promote welfare of the people by ensuring consistent supply of safe drinking water
“The Namibian Constitution clearly states that the state must promote the welfare of the people by ensuring a "consistent supply of safe drinking water".”
Water Scarcity in Omusati, a Crisis That Cannot Be IgnoredThe Namibian
the Namibian Constitution is the supreme law members take an oath to uphold
“All the elected members who meet the requirements take an oath to uphold and defend as the supreme law the Namibian Constitution.”
Amupanda Breathes Fire into ParliamentThe Namibian
Namibian Constitution does not explicitly state that non-voting members of parliament must be Namibian citizens
“Apparently, because the Namibian Constitution doesn't explicitly say that non-voting members of parliament must be Namibian citizens, we should all assume it's perfectly fine for foreigners to be appointed.”
Goats, Loophole Lawyers and Legal Gymnastics: Namibia’s Latest DebateThe Namibian
Namibian Constitution is the supreme and paramount law of the land
“The Namibian Constitution is the supreme and paramount law of the land.”
The Constitution Trumps Swapo’s Marriage Policy!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 →
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 →
An opinion piece in The Namibian contests claims that phosphate mining and fishing can coexist, questioning whether the project should benefit only two individuals and citing New Zealand's rejection of a similar project.
18 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The memorial service and state funeral of retired Chief Justice Gert Johannes Cornelius Strydom, who served as Namibia's third Chief Justice from 1999 to 2003, will take place on 9 October 2026 at Parliament Gardens in Windhoek, followed by his burial at Pioneers Park Cemetery. Strydom passed away on 25 September 2026 at age 88.
8 October 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has commissioned Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati as Ambassador to the Swiss Confederation and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva. The President noted Switzerland's historical role in Namibia's independence journey and highlighted opportunities for continued cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, education, research and innovation.
2 October 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Bernadette Maria Jagger as Social Development and Community Interface Advisor to the President, effective 1 October 2026. Jagger will advise on social development policy, community engagement, and programmes addressing poverty, education, health, youth development, and social protection.
1 October 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia recorded 43 rhino poachings in 2025, down from 91 in 2024, marking its lowest figures in more than a decade. Environment minister Indileni Daniel warned that criminal syndicates are adapting their methods and new environmental crimes including illegal plant trafficking are emerging.
29 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Gert Johannes Cornelius "Johan" Strydom, who served as Namibia's third Chief Justice from 1999 to 2003 and continued as an acting Supreme Court judge until 2015, has died in Swakopmund at age 88. The Judiciary credited him with 38 years of public service and significant contributions to Namibian jurisprudence across multiple areas of law.
25 September 2026 · Informanté →
Justice and Labour Relations Minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel warned that Namibia risks losing parts of its cultural identity if communities fail to protect indigenous languages, traditions and knowledge, and urged students and institutions to explore turning heritage into economic opportunities rather than merely preserving it.
24 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa has rejected Divundu Village Council's recommendation to extend former CEO Athanasius Ndjamba Maghumbo's contract, citing governance failures, alleged mismanagement, and poor performance including the council's failure to submit audited financial reports since 2015. The council has requested a dialogue with the minister to clarify the findings against Maghumbo, but Sankwasa has declared his decision "final" and ruled out further talks.
14 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Independent Patriots for Change tabled the first-ever motion in Namibian parliamentary history seeking a vote of no confidence in National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, citing her failure to act fairly and impartially in presiding over the House.
2 September 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged young women in the Olufuko initiation programme to pursue their education alongside their cultural participation, saying Namibia must modernise without losing its cultural identity. According to the education minister, 121 young women participated this year, with 26 returning to holiday school and 95 remaining at the festival.
31 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah conferred national honours on 1 001 Namibians: 804 liberation medals recognising contributions to the liberation struggle and national development, and 197 independence medals for service to Namibia's independence and development.
27 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Independent Patriots for Change leader Dr Panduleni Itula has filed an appeal and legal objection against the Environmental Clearance Certificate granted to Namibia Marine Phosphate (Pty) Ltd for the Sandpiper Marine Phosphate Project, arguing the decision violates Namibia's environmental law and the precautionary principle, particularly given that marine seabed bulk dredging is unprecedented globally.
12 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Confederation of Namibian Fishermen's Association has threatened legal action after an Environmental Clearance Certificate was granted for the Namibia Marine Phosphate mining project, a marine phosphate deposit comprising 1.6 billion tons of resources. The confederation argues the Sandpiper Project poses risks to the Benguela Marine Ecosystem, the fishing industry and the environment, and has demanded transparency from environmental and agricultural officials.
11 August 2026 · Informanté →
Five members of the Namibia Airports Company Board of Directors, fired by Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi, have disputed the legality of their removal and defended their tenure, citing inherited financial and operational pressures including losses of N$111.7 million in 2020/2021 and N$93.7 million in 2022.
7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi has defended his decision to remove five Namibia Airports Company board members on Tuesday, saying the intervention was necessary to strengthen governance, accountability and stability at the state-owned aviation company. Nekundi said he acted within his constitutional and legal mandate and appointed an interim board to oversee the company during a transitional period.
6 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has commissioned Christine //Hoëbes as Namibia's new High Commissioner to Malaysia. The appointment directs //Hoëbes to strengthen economic ties, promote trade, and advance Namibia's development agenda, particularly in renewable energy, oil and gas services, and digital transformation.
14 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The High Court overturned the Keetmanshoop Municipal Council's removal of two LPM management committee members through no-confidence votes, ruling that council meetings convened on 7 May and 4 June breached the Local Authorities Act, standing rules, and the Constitution. The court reinstated Easter Isaack and Annelize Knaus and declared all resolutions from those meetings null and void.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Education has urged Namibians to avoid enrolling in unregistered or unaccredited higher education institutions, warning that their qualifications are not recognised for employment or further studies. The ministry stressed that all institutions must be registered with the National Council for Higher Education or the Namibia Training Authority, and all programmes must be accredited by the Namibia Qualifications Authority.
2 July 2026 · New Era →
The International Labour Organization adopted a landmark Convention on Decent Work in the Platform Economy at its 114th conference in Geneva, establishing the first binding international treaty to protect digital platform workers with fair wages and social protection. Namibia coordinated the unified African position on behalf of half of Africa's nations and signed a Host Country Agreement to host the 15th African Regional Meeting of the ILO in Windhoek in December 2026.
16 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The recent Conference of the Left in South Africa represents a symptom of a deeper structural transition across Southern Africa, where the historical legitimacy of liberation movements is weakening while no new political paradigm has emerged with sufficient credibility to replace it, leaving a vacuum of authority that breeds chaos, inequality, and extreme political shifts.
10 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
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 →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Shali Shindume as her Economic Advisor, effective 1 June 2026, under the Special Advisors and Regional Governors Appointment Act.
1 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Electoral Commission of Namibia has begun a nationwide stakeholder consultation process to review the Electoral Act ahead of the 2029 and 2030 elections, incorporating lessons from the 2024 and 2025 electoral cycles. The ECN is reviving an Electoral Amendment Bill drafted after previous stakeholder engagements to undertake legislative reforms outlined in the Electoral Act of 2014.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
The Presidency has acknowledged growing concern over sensitive presidential decisions and internal discussions appearing online ahead of formal announcements, with Presidential spokesperson Jonas Mbambo attributing the trend to challenges of managing information in a fast-moving democratic society and saying the Presidency remains committed to using proper, authorised channels.
7 May 2026 · New Era →
Lawyer Florian Beukes argued in High Court that his client Bernard Esau, 69, has experienced oppressive pre-trial incarceration after seven years in custody since his arrest in November 2019, citing exhausted defence funds and violation of constitutional rights to a speedy trial. Esau and nine co-accused, including former Justice Minister Sacky Shanghala, face 42 counts including corruption and racketeering over allegedly receiving N$300 million in payments to favour the Icelandic fishing company Samherji.
24 April 2026 · Informanté →
An opinion by Tuhafeni Hailonga argues that voluntary DNA testing of newborns should be available to establish legal parentage and protect children's right to identity, countering privacy concerns by emphasizing the asymmetry between maternity and paternity certainty and the constitutional balance needed between parents' and children's rights.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
An analysis of lifestyle audits—investigative tools that compare public officials' known income with observable wealth to detect illicit enrichment—argues they can deter corruption but risk infringing on privacy rights and reversing the burden of proof under the Namibian Constitution. The authors contend that for lifestyle audits to be constitutionally compliant, they require clear legal frameworks with defined triggers, judicial oversight, procedural safeguards, and confidentiality protections.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the appointment of Charles Mubita as minister in the presidency, eight deputy ministers across various portfolios, and an adviser to the minister of defence and veterans affairs, with the aim of strengthening governance and coordination.
7 April 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Charles Mubita as Minister in the Presidency and Moses //Khumub as Deputy Minister in the Office of the Vice President, along with seven deputy ministers and an advisor to the Defence and Veterans Affairs Minister. The President said the appointments are intended to strengthen the Executive arm and improve institutional coordination and service delivery.
3 April 2026 · Informanté →