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NDP6

Also known as: National Development Plan (NDP6) · National Development Plan Six

2025-07-272026-06-08
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  1. August 2025

  2. The Namibian

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s presentation introducing Namibia’s sixth National Development Plan (NDP6) on 21 July was a hodgepodge of flawed assessments and promises. …

    NNN and NDP6: A Reality Check
  3. July 2025

  4. The Namibian

    I listened attentively as president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah officially launched Namibia’s sixth National Development Plan (NDP6) this week.I have since gone through the document. …

    Namibia Must Stop Planning Development and Start Delivering
Mining & Energy

Namibia pursues green hydrogen projects despite legal framework gaps

The News

The National Planning Commission director general said Namibia is ready to move from planning to implementation of green hydrogen projects, despite the absence of dedicated legislation. The government aims to create 30,000 green jobs by 2030 and position Namibia as a low-carbon industry platform for southern Africa.

Why it matters

Namibia's pursuit of green hydrogen projects positions the country for 30,000 green jobs and industrial leadership in southern Africa.

3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Namibia pursues green hydrogen projects despite legal framework gaps

    The National Planning Commission director general said Namibia is ready to move from planning to implementation of green hydrogen projects, despite the absence of dedicated legislation. The government aims to create 30,000 green jobs by 2030 and position Namibia as a low-carbon industry platform for southern Africa.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 21 May

  1. President visits FabuPharm amid Namibia's hospital medicine shortage

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited FabuPharm, Namibia's only fully-fledged pharmaceutical manufacturing company, in Otjiwarongo, citing medicine shortages in public hospitals as a priority concern. FabuPharm produces over 150 medicines and healthcare products locally and supplies some directly to government hospitals through the Central Medical Stores.

    21 May 2026 · New Era →

  2. Namibia launches long-term funding deal for community conservancies

    Namibia has launched the Namibia for Life Project Finance for Permanence agreement, a funding initiative involving government, conservation organizations, and international partners including Germany's KfW and USAID, to secure stable long-term support for community conservancies. According to WWF Namibia, Namibia is the first country in Africa to successfully complete such a conservation financing deal.

    21 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. CBPVS graduation highlights shift toward inclusive vocational training

    The Ministry of Education will host a graduation ceremony for the Certificate in Basic Pre-Vocational Skills (CBPVS), a two-year programme designed to strengthen inclusive education and equip learners with special educational needs and disabilities with foundational vocational and life skills while bridging skills gaps and responding to labour market demands.

    19 May 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Namibia presents development priorities at UN governance review session

    At the 52nd Universal Periodic Review in Geneva, Namibia outlined its national development drive centred on service delivery, economic resilience and governance reforms. The country emphasised the National Development Plan Six, which focuses on economic recovery, human development, green growth and effective governance, with poverty eradication and expanded social protection systems as key priorities.

    7 May 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Road linking Omulonu to Oshuuli officially opened

    The Minister of Works and Transport and Ohangwena Region Governor officially opened the 23 km district road D4119 from Omulonu to Oshuuli on 24 April 2026, funded through Namibian-German Development Cooperation at a contract value of N$53 million. The all-year-round road connects two schools, a heritage centre, and more than 2,000 people in a previously sandy-track area.

    5 May 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Deputy minister presents youth, sports budget for 2026/27

    Deputy Minister Dino Ballotti presented the N$35.104 million youth and sports budget for the 2026/2027 financial year to the National Assembly, framing it as a strategic investment in Namibia's future given that 71.1% of the population is under 35. The budget allocates funds for youth skills training and entrepreneurship, the National Youth Service, sports development and infrastructure including N$140 million for basic sporting facilities across regions.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Minister emphasises sustainable fisheries at Lüderitz Crayfish Festival gala

    Minister Inge Zaamwani delivered a keynote address at the 2026 Lüderitz Crayfish Festival fundraising gala, emphasising Namibia's commitment to sustainable marine resource management and the festival's role in supporting local employment, tourism, and coastal community development.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 14 April

  1. Green schemes and local production boost Namibia's food self-sufficiency

    Namibia is making progress toward its 2030 food self-sufficiency target through green schemes and increased local crop production. The country now produces 56% of its vegetables locally worth N$323 million, while agricultural exports reached N$2 billion in 2025/26, with green schemes generating N$67.4 million from maize and wheat harvests.

    14 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Fishing company donates food to Rehoboth school feeding programme

    Netagea Investment, a Namibian fishing company, donated crumbed fish worth N$25,000 to Vooruitsig Primary School in Rehoboth to support its feeding programme. The donation aims to address food insecurity affecting about 80% of the school's learners, with school leaders and the mayor emphasizing that nutrition is essential for academic concentration and child development.

    14 April 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 9 April

  1. President outlines economic resilience, oil sector progress in address

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered a State of the Nation Address highlighting Namibia's economic resilience despite global shocks, progress in oil and gas policy with Norwegian technical support, and achievements across sectors including mining (N$64.7 billion in exports), agriculture (N$2 billion in agricultural products), tourism, energy, and education, with GDP growth projected to rise from 1.7% in 2025 to 3.1% in 2026.

    9 April 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 2 April

  1. President urges new deputy ministers to deliver on NDP6

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed a new minister, seven deputy ministers, and an adviser, urging them to deliver measurable progress on infrastructure, healthcare, safety, job creation, and public services as outlined in the sixth National Development Plan. The appointees, all elected councillors from the 2025 regional council elections, have accepted their roles with commitments to follow principles of pragmatism, integrity, and accountability.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Windhoek faces severe funding gap in informal settlement crisis

    The City of Windhoek says it needs about N$1 billion annually to formalise informal settlements but receives only N$53 million this financial year, while the capital hosts 150 informal settlements where more than 200 000 people live undocumented. The city's CEO and housing engineer attribute the crisis to funding shortages, lack of available land, and the fact that informal residents cannot be charged rates and taxes, leaving fewer than 60 000 documented residents to fund the N$5 billion municipal budget.

    31 March 2026 · Informanté →

  2. NAMCOL TVET programmes build Namibian workforce skills for industry

    Namibia College of Open Learning offers accredited technical and vocational training in automotive mechatronics, welding, plumbing, and other trades to equip youth and workers with industry-ready skills. The programmes, supported by NSFAF funding and mandatory job attachments, align with national development priorities and are designed to support Namibia's industrialisation goals.

    31 March 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 30 March

  1. Oshana governor Iipinge pursues practical development agenda

    Governor Hofni Alugodhi Iipinge, appointed eight months ago, is pursuing action-oriented leadership in Oshana focused on agriculture, education, and youth employment through grassroots engagement and consultation with communities and traditional leaders. His priorities include a 10-hectare agricultural project to employ young people, improving school infrastructure and performance, and implementing government programmes through ongoing decentralisation efforts.

    30 March 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 24 March

  1. Digital platform bridges Namibia's artisan skills and customer demand gap

    LinkNamibia is a digital marketplace that connects skilled tradespeople with customers across Namibia, addressing both youth unemployment and the shortage of reliable artisan services. The platform vets artisans and handles payments, creating accessible pathways to income for technical graduates without requiring formal business registration or advertising.

    24 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 20 March

  1. PM calls for protection against home repossession after years of payments

    Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has urged financial institutions to protect homeowners from repossession even after decades of payments, calling for a national dialogue to find fair solutions that prioritise "humanity over profit". He also questioned why housing loans span decades compared to vehicle loans and highlighted Namibia's severe housing crisis, with a backlog of over 300,000 houses.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Experts warn Namibian sport hampered by underfunding and infrastructure gaps

    As Namibia marks 36 years of independence, sports experts point to inadequate facilities, chronic underfunding and weak grassroots development as major obstacles despite some international achievements. They call for stronger government-private sector partnerships and structured talent pathways to convert Namibia's sporting participation into sustained international success.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 18 March

  1. Education ministry funds youth mushroom production startups

    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 →

Tuesday 17 March

  1. Ondangwa gala raises N$885,070 for 2026 trade exhibition

    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 →

Friday 13 March

  1. Government and AfDB launch N$28.5bn diversification strategy

    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 →

Tuesday 10 March

  1. Prime Minister inaugurates PSEMAS governance committee for healthcare reform

    Prime Minister Dr Elijah Ngurare has inaugurated a new governance committee for the Public Service Medical Aid Scheme (PSEMAS) to oversee implementation of reforms, including mandatory use of public hospitals by civil servants and alignment with the government's Universal Health Coverage objectives. The committee, drawn from government agencies, trade unions, and regulators, replaces the previous model to improve oversight, accountability, and healthcare sustainability.

    10 March 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 5 March

  1. Omaheke Regional Council chair outlines continuity and advancement agenda

    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 →

Friday 27 February

  1. PM Ngurare calls for innovation-led public sector reform

    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 →

  2. Finance Minister allocates 61.7% of budget to social sector

    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 →

  3. Finance Minister tables N$87.9 billion budget for 2026/27

    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 →

Wednesday 25 February

  1. Namibia appoints new High Commissioner to India

    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 →

Monday 23 February

  1. Agriculture minister calls for FMD vigilance as Meatco reports profit

    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 →

  2. Vice President opens new Analab building supporting economic growth

    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 →

Wednesday 18 February

  1. NACN awards N$531,859 in bursaries to ten arts students

    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 →

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