Also known as: National Development Plan (NDP6) · Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan · National Development Plan Six
The National Arts Council of Namibia has awarded bursaries to ten students pursuing arts-related studies at local and international institutions, including heritage conservation, film, animation, and professional acting. The funding aligns with government education guidelines and the creative sector's skills needs.
18 February 2026 · New Era →
The National Arts Council of Namibia has awarded bursaries to ten students pursuing arts-related studies at local and international institutions, including heritage conservation, film, animation, and professional acting. The funding aligns with government education guidelines and the creative sector's skills needs.
18 February 2026 · New Era →
MEIYSAC is building sports facilities across all 14 regions, with N$35 million allocated for stadiums and basic facilities in 2025/2026. The national stadium project has completed feasibility studies and is being revised to comply with CAF regulations, while the ministry plans 28 basic sports facilities nationwide but acknowledges funding gaps requiring private sector partnerships.
18 February 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will attend the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly in Addis Ababa on 14–15 February, where she will focus on peace and security, Agenda 2063 progress, UN Security Council reform, and sustainable water and sanitation systems for 2030. She will also participate in a high-level discussion with Africa's female presidents and hold bilateral meetings with continental and regional leaders to advance Namibia's economic diplomacy and climate finance priorities.
12 February 2026 · New Era →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi visited indigenous and previously marginalised communities in Omaheke region to assess housing provision for the San and ongoing development initiatives. She attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the N/a'an ku sê Eco Village and Epukiro upliftment project, which aims to construct 40 housing units and integrate social welfare, economic empowerment, education, food security and cultural preservation.
11 February 2026 · New Era →
The National Housing Enterprises has committed to construct 100 houses valued at N$7.4 million in Eenhana's Extension 10, with construction set to begin on 16 February 2026 and run for five months. The initiative aims to address housing demand for low-income earners while creating employment and skills development opportunities for local residents.
10 February 2026 · New Era →
An opinion piece by the Mineworkers' Union Vice President argues that Namibia's mining sector must prioritise workforce development, local skills upgrading, and protection against technological disruption to ensure sustainable growth and equitable benefit from natural resources.
7 February 2026 · New Era →
Gender Equality and Child Welfare Minister Emma Kantema called on staff to embrace a "business unusual" approach focused on decisive action, accountability and measurable results in service delivery. She stressed that public service is about serving citizens—not personal comfort—and urged staff to address gender-based violence, child protection and other challenges through problem-solving and follow-up rather than passing citizens between offices.
29 January 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Road Fund Administration reports a projected funding deficit of N$3.6 billion in FY2025 alone, with road maintenance revenues covering only 46% of national needs, and is advocating for phased Road User Charge adjustments and tolling options on strategic corridors to close the gap and sustain the road network.
28 January 2026 · New Era →
The Walvis Bay Corridor Group conducted a three-day stakeholder engagement in the Erongo region in January 2026 to identify operational bottlenecks and gather input from transport and logistics partners toward finalising its 2026–2031 strategic framework. The organisation aims to enhance Namibia's position as the preferred trade gateway for the SADC region.
26 January 2026 · New Era →
Carbon Capital has invested over N$140 million in a closed production process that captures and recycles smoke to produce 'clean' charcoal with minimal emissions, primarily for export markets increasingly demanding environmental responsibility. The company also produces biochar from organic waste for soil improvement and agricultural applications.
24 January 2026 · The Namibian →