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National Development Plan 6

Also known as: NDP 6

2025-08-082026-06-08
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In coverage

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  1. January 2026

  2. New Era

    … Recognising the theme “Joining Youth Forces to Promote Peace, Unity and Partnership for Development”, the new ambassador indicated that IYC Namibia’s 2026 agenda is strategically aligned with the recently launched National Development Plan 6 (NDP6). …

    IYC Namibia eyes youth-led NDP6
  3. November 2025

  4. The Namibian

    … Start with one: the National Development Plan 6. Upload it. …

    From Promises to Progress: A Digital Solution for Government Accountability in Namibia

  5. The Namibian

    … As you may be aware, road and infrastructure development is one of the enablers identified in the Swapo Party election manifesto and prioritised in the National Development Plan 6. …

    Keynote address by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Opuwo-Otjivize-Okangwati-Omaseratundu road project
  6. August 2025

  7. The Namibian

    … y, physics, history, economics, and life skills. “It’s very useful,” says Mario Strauss, a maths teacher at Schlip. “You can work easier and help learners understand with add-on content from the internet.” This e-learning partnership supports Namibia’s National Development Plan 6 …

    Reimagining Namibia’s E-Learning Landscape
Agriculture & Land

President inspects Green Schemes, emphasises agriculture's development role

The News

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah toured irrigation projects in Kavango East, Kavango West, Ohangwena and Omusati regions as part of government efforts to strengthen agricultural productivity, food security and employment. At Ndonga Linena Green Scheme in Kavango East, she noted the project is expected to produce about 4,754 tonnes of maize from 574 hectares this season.

Why it matters

President's inspection of green schemes emphasises government's focus on agricultural productivity, food security, and rural employment creation.

4 June 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 4 June

  1. President inspects Green Schemes, emphasises agriculture's development role

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah toured irrigation projects in Kavango East, Kavango West, Ohangwena and Omusati regions as part of government efforts to strengthen agricultural productivity, food security and employment. At Ndonga Linena Green Scheme in Kavango East, she noted the project is expected to produce about 4,754 tonnes of maize from 574 hectares this season.

    4 June 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 24 May

  1. Local context crucial for sustainable finance in Namibia

    Sustainable finance must generate measurable environmental or social benefits alongside financial performance to deliver durable outcomes. In Namibia, where fiscal constraints limit state funding, well-designed private-sector projects can strengthen livelihoods and build resilience, but global sustainable finance frameworks often lack attention to local conditions, and solutions designed in the Global North may not translate effectively to the Global South.

    24 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Swapo succession debate continues despite PM's call for discipline

    Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare appealed for political discipline and focus on governance rather than premature debates over who should succeed President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, but the article argues that succession politics is an inevitable feature of Namibian political life regardless of such appeals.

    20 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Vice President announces Franco-Namibian Marine Institute plan

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi announced plans to establish a Franco-Namibian Marine Institute to train 1,000 technicians in shipbuilding, aquaculture, and marine robotics by 2030, with a goal of having 60% of Namibian marine products undergo secondary and tertiary processing domestically by 2030. Witbooi said the partnership would leverage French expertise in shipping and port management to reduce clearance times and deploy hydrogen-powered feeder vessels by 2029, connecting Walvis Bay with ports in Dakar, Abidjan, and Marseille via a green shipping corridor.

    14 May 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. TransNamib reports 48 mainline derailments over five years

    The national rail operator TransNamib recorded 48 mainline derailments, 39 fatalities, and 45 level crossing incidents between 2020 and 2025, with an 87.5% decrease in derailments from 2021/22 to 2024/25. TransNamib attributes incidents to vandalism, theft, and flash floods, and says it uses patrols, awareness campaigns, and infrastructure investment to reduce them.

    28 April 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Civil servants face Psemas reforms, reapply by August deadline

    The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations has ordered civil servants to reapply for Public Service Employees Medical Aid Scheme benefits by end of August following reforms to the scheme's operations. Trade unions have criticized the lack of consultation and warned that reported increases in medical aid contributions could severely impact civil servants' finances.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 13 April

  1. ErongoRED raises regional electrification rate to 79 percent

    Electricity distributor ErongoRED says it has expanded electrification access across the Erongo region, with a combined urban and rural rate now at about 79%, reflecting steady infrastructure rollouts and projects underway in areas including Harambe, DRC, Karibib and Usakos. The utility is working to align with national development priorities under Vision 2030 while facing challenges including copper theft, which costs about N$5 million annually.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 8 April

  1. Okahandja councillor outlines school, road and employment priorities

    Lissony Njembo Bethuel Tjaveondja, the Okahandja constituency councillor in his second term, has outlined a development roadmap including construction of secondary schools in underserved areas, road rehabilitation, and youth employment initiatives. He cited achievements such as a secondary school in Smarties serving over 600 learners and police substation, while flagging challenges including drug use among young learners, overcrowding in informal settlements, and a 50-year-old sewerage system.

    8 April 2026 · New Era →

Friday 27 March

  1. Erongo establishes Rural Development Forum for inclusive growth

    The Erongo region has launched a Rural Development Forum to promote inclusive growth and improve rural communities' lives by bringing together stakeholders from government, NGOs, and the private sector. Governor Natalia /Goagoses said the initiative aligns with the sixth National Development Plan and aims to address persistent inequalities between rural and urban areas through improved infrastructure, economic opportunities, and grassroots-driven development.

    27 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 17 March

  1. Meatco takes 19 interns from vocational and tertiary institutions

    The Meat Corporation of Namibia has enrolled 19 interns from various training institutions in a six-month workplace programme running from October 2025 to March 2026, part of the government's National Development Plan 6 and internship initiative to build youth skills in the livestock and meat industry.

    17 March 2026 · New Era →

Friday 13 March

  1. Meatco welcomes 19 interns from tertiary institutions nationwide

    Meat Corporation of Namibia has enrolled 19 interns from various tertiary and vocational institutions in a six-month placement programme (October 2025–March 2026) aimed at developing skills in the red meat industry and supporting government's National Development Plan 6. The interns gain practical workplace experience across technical, operational and managerial roles while receiving a monthly allowance.

    13 March 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 3 March

  1. Namibia and Germany launch TalentsBridge youth training scheme

    Namibia and Germany have launched TalentsBridge Namibia, a skills training programme designed to address Namibia's 36.9% unemployment rate and Germany's shortage of skilled workers. The project will offer training in industrial electrics, wholesale and retail, and hospitality, with the first 100 trainees starting vocational courses in September 2026.

    3 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Germany and Namibia launch skills development programme

    TalentsBridge Namibia, a partnership between Namibia and Germany, was officially launched to address youth unemployment in Namibia and skilled worker shortages in Germany through structured vocational training. The initiative will prepare young Namibians for employment in sectors including Industrial Electrics, Wholesale and Retail, and Hospitality, with applications now open and 100 participants selected in the first year.

    3 March 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 27 February

  1. Government tables N$105 billion budget prioritising education and health

    Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah tabled Namibia's 2026/27 national budget with total expenditure of N$105 billion, allocating N$28 billion for education and N$13.1 billion for health and social services. The social sector receives N$54.3 billion (61.7% of the budget excluding interest), reflecting government commitment to macroeconomic stability and inclusive growth.

    27 February 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 25 February

  1. Government admits rental law outdated, revival process underway

    Namibia's main rental law, the Rents Ordinance of 1977, has been non-functional since Independence, leaving tenants vulnerable to rising rents and disputed deposits. The government is reviewing the law and appointing consultants to draft new legislation, but has set no timeline, while civil society groups criticize decades of inaction as Namibians suffer from market-driven rent increases.

    25 February 2026 · New Era →

Monday 23 February

  1. Oshakati West councillor prioritises food security, housing, youth

    Ndilimeke Iileka, councillor for Oshakati West, outlined her priorities of agriculture and food production, affordable housing aligned with the National Development Plan 6, and youth empowerment during her term. She emphasised transparent communication and community engagement as central to her approach, with concerns being considered in the 2026-2029 Medium Term Expenditure Framework.

    23 February 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 17 February

  1. Kunene farmer shows agriculture thrives in dry conditions

    Aloe Agriculture Technologies in Sesfontein demonstrates that farming can flourish in Namibia's harsh Kunene region through modern irrigation, innovation, and careful planning. The operation supplies major retailers and farmer Johannes Swanepoel emphasizes that efficient farming methods and resilience can help Namibia reduce its food import dependence and strengthen food security.

    17 February 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 11 February

  1. Namibia's public service workforce reaches 119,000; wage bill exceeds N$36 billion

    The Namibian government's public service workforce has grown to nearly 119,000 employees with an annual wage bill now exceeding N$36 billion, Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare announced. Ngurare acknowledged the expanded workforce but demanded that the increase translate into improved service delivery to citizens, warning that the wage bill has long been unsustainable.

    11 February 2026 · New Era →

Monday 2 February

  1. President Nandi-Ndaitwah opens 2026 Cabinet, prioritises education and Vision 2030

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah officially opened the Cabinet for 2026, calling on ministers and public servants to maintain focus on accelerating the National Development Plan 6, strengthening education outcomes, and advancing Vision 2030, while upholding integrity and accountability with four years remaining in the Eighth Administration's mandate.

    2 February 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 29 January

  1. Government clears N$30m in outstanding Meatco producer payments

    The government has settled close to N$30 million owed to farmers who supplied livestock and meat products during the 2024/25 Drought Relief Programme, with Meatco's interim CEO describing the move as a confidence-building measure for the red meat value chain and part of efforts to restore trust with producers and stakeholders.

    29 January 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 27 January

  1. Meatco creates 62 jobs at Katima abattoir, strengthens farmers

    Meatco's Northern Communal Area subsidiary has created 62 permanent jobs at the Katima Mulilo abattoir and invested over N$2.7 million in the Zambezi region between 2022 and 2025, supporting communal farmers through improved marketing infrastructure, training, and during the 2024/25 drought, delivering 272,000 relief meat packs to affected households.

    27 January 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 7 January

  1. IYC Namibia appoints ambassador to lead youth-driven development

    Intercontinental Youth Connect has appointed Tjipura Tjipura as its first ambassador in Namibia to localise global opportunities for youth and align them with the National Development Plan 6. Through partnerships and initiatives including the Youth Investment Network and Africa-Asia Youth Platform, IYC Namibia aims to transition young people from policy observers to active implementers of national development goals, with particular focus on rural youth participation and economic transformation.

    7 January 2026 · New Era →

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