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The Namibian
Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati advised Namibian citizens to remain vigilant and prioritise safety in South Africa
“"Namibian citizens residing in, studying in, or travelling to South Africa are advised to remain vigilant, avoid areas where tensions may occur, and prioritise their personal safety at all times," she says.”
Namibia urges vigilance amid SA xenophobic attacksThe Namibian
Executive director Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati stated ministry consulted with US embassy and awaiting official communication on matter through diplomatic channels
“"We have consulted with the US embassy and are awaiting official communication on the matter through diplomatic channels."”
Namibians may face new US visa processThe Namibian
Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati is Executive director of Ministry of International Relations and Trade
“Executive director of Ministry of International Relations and Trade, Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati this week said the ministry's mandate includes actively promoting investments.”
No oil, just a courtesy call – PetrobrasThe Namibian
Ministry executive director Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati says transport impact likely to be felt within three months
“For transport, the ministry executive director Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati says it is likely to be felt within the next three months, as fuel feeds directly into taxi, bus, and logistics costs.”
Stranded in Dubai: Namibians caught in escalating Iran–US conflictNew Era
Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati said trade and investment between Namibia and Congo remain worrying
“"The bilateral relationship between our two countries is excellent, but trade and investment remain worrying. It is essential for our two countries to share experiences in vital sectors and ensure that our cooperation yields tangible results," she said.”
Namibia, Congo move beyond trade rhetoricNew Era
Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati urged technical officials to expeditiously implement pending agreements and memoranda
“"I wish to urge our technical officials to expeditiously work towards full implementation of the agreements and memoranda of understanding signed between our two countries. They must accelerate the finalisation of all agreements that are still pending," she said.”
Namibia, Congo move beyond trade rhetoricThe Namibian
Ministry of International Relations and Trade executive director Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati said the document aims to bridge the gap between policy and practice for local businesses
“During a workshop held last week, Ministry of International Relations and Trade executive director Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati said the document aims to bridge the gap between policy and practice for local businesses.”
Namibia develops guide forAfCFTA tradeInformanté
Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati described the AfCFTA as central to Africa's trade and industrialisation agenda
“In her opening message, Nghipondoka-Robiati described the AfCFTA as central to Africa's trade and industrialisation agenda, aimed at creating a single market for goods and services while boosting the competitiveness of African economies.”
Namibia fast-tracks AfCFTA implementation with trade guide validation workshopNew Era
Nghipondoka-Robiati said today we gather to listen, to reflect and to chart the way forward
“Contributing, Nghipondoka-Robiati said: "Today, we gather to listen, to reflect – and most importantly, to chart the way forward".”
Nam pushes economic diplomacy amid chaosNamibia has urged its citizens in South Africa to remain vigilant and seek consular assistance amid reports of anti-migrant unrest and xenophobic attacks, though the Ministry of International Relations and Trade has not received reports of Namibian nationals being affected.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia has urged its citizens in South Africa to remain vigilant and seek consular assistance amid reports of anti-migrant unrest and xenophobic attacks, though the Ministry of International Relations and Trade has not received reports of Namibian nationals being affected.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
The US State Department is reportedly cutting visa-issuing consulates and embassies on the African continent, including Namibia's, according to the Associated Press. The closest remaining visa-processing hubs would be South Africa's consulates in Cape Town and Johannesburg, or Angola's Luanda consulate.
17 hours ago · The Namibian →
Brazilian oil company Petrobras said it holds no current Namibian assets following a courtesy visit to government officials, though it and TotalEnergies are bidders for a 42.5% stake each in a petroleum exploration licence in the Lüderitz Basin, pending regulatory approval.
21 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Breweries Limited has donated 420 cases of Windhoek Lager, including a non-alcoholic variant, to support Namibia's diplomatic missions during the country's 36th Independence Day celebrations abroad. The Minister of International Relations and Trade said the donation will help showcase Namibian products and enhance the country's image globally.
20 March 2026 · Informanté →
An unspecified number of Namibians are stranded at Dubai International Airport following airspace closure due to escalating conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel, with at least 80 Namibians known to be working in Dubai. Analysts warn Namibia could face rising fuel, food, and import prices if tensions continue, with broader economic impacts expected within weeks as disruptions to global oil supply and shipping lanes drive up costs.
4 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Officials at the Namibia–Congo Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation in Windhoek say the two countries must move beyond rhetoric to realize economic benefits from their historical ties, with several pending agreements in health, tourism, fisheries, education, and ICT still awaiting implementation.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia has developed a step-by-step guide to help businesses trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area, aiming to bridge gaps between policy and practice. The document, created with UN and chamber of commerce support, will be integrated into the Namibia Trade Information Portal and provides guidance on rules of origin and documentation for enterprises.
18 February 2026 · The Namibian →
With heightened US interest in Namibia's uranium, lithium, and oil resources, Namibian trade officials say they will promote mineral beneficiation, downstream processing, and manufacturing partnerships rather than exporting raw materials alone. The government aims to position Namibia as a stable investment partner and regional logistics hub, with US ambassador visiting the Erongo region to assess energy opportunities including the Orange Basin and Port of Walvis Bay.
17 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia is validating a step-by-step guide to help businesses navigate cross-border trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area, addressing long-standing challenges with rules of origin, customs procedures and border processes. The guide, developed with UN support, aims to empower MSMEs and expand Namibian exports to African markets beyond the current narrow concentration of products and destinations.
9 February 2026 · Informanté →
Trade and International Relations Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi has called on her ministry to prioritize economic diplomacy, trade and investment promotion to deliver measurable benefits to Namibians including jobs and market access, as global tensions, climate pressures and trade disruptions threaten smaller economies. The ministry plans to focus on market diversification in priority sectors such as agriculture, mining, renewable energy and logistics, while advancing new investment and trade bills.
4 February 2026 · New Era →