Also known as: National Development Plan (NDP6) · Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan · National Development Plan Six
The education ministry has distributed N$223,000 worth of mushroom production equipment to youth groups across the country as part of its self-employment programme aimed at creating economic opportunities and improving food security. Six youth-led projects received materials, and the ministry plans to expand the initiative in 2026/2027.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The education ministry has distributed N$223,000 worth of mushroom production equipment to youth groups across the country as part of its self-employment programme aimed at creating economic opportunities and improving food security. Six youth-led projects received materials, and the ministry plans to expand the initiative in 2026/2027.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Ondangwa Town Council raised N$885,070 in cash and pledges at a gala dinner to fund the 13th edition of the Ondangwa Trade and Industrial Exhibition, scheduled for April–May 2026. Vice President Lucia Witbooi officiated the event, highlighting the exhibition's role in promoting entrepreneurship and economic development, while business leaders called for greater priority to be given to local contractors over foreign firms in government tender awards.
17 March 2026 · New Era →
The government and African Development Bank unveiled a five-year partnership worth N$28.5 billion to reduce Namibia's dependence on mining by investing in climate-resilient energy, water management, transport corridors, and technical education. Finance minister Ericah Shafudah said the strategy aims to create labour-intensive growth and address high youth unemployment.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Rocco Nguvauva, chairperson of Omaheke Regional Council, said the new council will build on foundations laid by previous leadership, focusing on infrastructure development, basic service provision, and community empowerment while maintaining fiscal discipline and responsiveness to regional needs.
5 March 2026 · New Era →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare said economic transformation requires institutional transformation and an efficient, digitally-enabled public service aligned with Vision 2030 and NDP6. Speaking at Namibia's inaugural Public Sector Innovation Conference, Ngurare emphasised that public sector innovation is central to economic development, expanded employment, and improved service delivery.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
Minister of Finance Ericah Shafudah announced that N$54.3 billion has been allocated to the social sector in the 2026/27 budget, with N$28 billion for education and N$13.1 billion for health, representing 61.7% of total government spending and reflecting government commitment to human capital development and inclusive growth.
27 February 2026 · Informanté →
Minister Ericah Shafudah tabled the national budget for FY2026/27 totalling N$87.9 billion, down from N$106.3 billion the previous year, amid declining diamond revenue and lower SACU receipts. The budget prioritises social spending with N$54.3 billion (61.7%) allocated to education, health, and social services, while allocating N$1.7 billion for civil servant salary increases.
27 February 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has commissioned Wing Commander (Rtd) Alex Tukuhupwele as Namibia's High Commissioner to India, tasking him to promote trade, investment, and economic cooperation to advance the country's Vision 2030 development agenda. The President emphasized India's historic support for Namibia's independence and highlighted opportunities for collaboration in technology, renewable energy, and education.
25 February 2026 · New Era →
Minister of Agriculture Inge Zaamwani has called for continued reforms and heightened vigilance against Foot and Mouth Disease as the Meat Corporation of Namibia advances its recovery, announcing a profit of approximately N$106 million for the year ended 31 January 2025 after several years of losses. The minister described Meatco as strategically important to achieving the agri-food sector's target contribution of 6% to GDP by 2030 and emphasized that financial stability is critical for farmer confidence, market security and Namibia's export reputation.
23 February 2026 · New Era →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi inaugurated a new Analytical Laboratory Services building in Windhoek, describing it as a strategic economic asset that supports quality assurance, research and industrial competitiveness across agriculture, mining, food safety and water quality sectors. The facility, which now employs 34 staff members with 60% being young people, represents growth from the original four staff in 1997 and advances Namibia's Vision 2030 goals for economic diversification and value addition.
23 February 2026 · The Namibian →