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2018-10-052026-09-07

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  1. April 2026
  2. New Era

    Namibia remains the only African country with concurrent access to export beef to the United States of America (USA), China, Norway and the European Union (EU), generating over N$2.1 billion in foreign exchange in 2025.

    Livestock sector generates N$2.1b
  3. The Namibian

    The company will export matured deboned chilled/frozen beef cuts to the United Kingdom (UK), the European Union (EU) and European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries – Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland.

    Savanna Beef primed for export slaughter at full throttle
  4. The Namibian

    Namibia remains the only African country with concurrent access to export beef to the United States, China, Norway, and the European Union, generating over N$2.1 billion in foreign exchange in 2025.

    Livestock sector generates N$2.1 billion in foreign exchange – minister Zaamwani
  5. The Namibian

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah deserves her flowers for using Norway to benchmark Namibia’s oil sector instead of leaning toward corruption-ridden countries where citizens have seen little or no benefit from oil wealth.

    Emulate Norway’s Oil Transparency
  6. The Namibian

    Namibia has spent decades building a reputation as a supplier of premium, value-added beef into high-value markets such as Norway, the United States and the European Union.

    Namibia’s Beef Crossroads: Ship Live or Build Value?
  7. The Namibian

    ment approval number NA37 – to the UK, the EU and EFTA countries,” Schneider said. “This has been a long process but is a big milestone and was one of the main focus points over the last three years.” The EFTA is made up of four European countries – Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway

    Savanna Beef gets certificate to export beef to EU and UK
  8. New Era

    Namibia has spent decades building a reputation as a supplier of premium, value-added beef into high-value markets such as Norway, the USA and the European Union.

    Opinion –  Namibia’s beef crossroads: Ship live or build value?
  9. The Namibian

    e families to qualify,” she says. * The president urges parliament to pass the the petroleum amendment bill with urgency, emphasising that one year has already been lost. “Since its establishment, the oil unit has conducted successful benchmarking visits to Guyana, Angola, Norway

    Sona: Key takeaways on genocide talks, education, energy, investment and agriculture
  10. The Namibian

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has requested technical support from Norway’s government in developing the country’s oil and gas sectors.

    Namibia turns to Norway for oil and gas support
  11. New Era

    Notably, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah indicated that the oil and gas sector, to be overseen directly by the presidency, is progressing with critical policy reviews and negotiations, with Norway providing technical support.

    NNN’s  Sona  ushers  in hope  amid  turbulence
Business

N$4 billion salmon project expected to create 5,000 jobs

The News

The Africa Aquaculture Company plans a N$4 billion Atlantic salmon production operation in Lüderitz targeting 51,000 tonnes annually and expecting to generate around 5,000 employment opportunities. The Namibia Industrial Development Agency has acquired a 40% equity stake, and the company aims to begin operations within 60 to 90 days pending completion of administrative requirements.

2 September 2026 · Informanté

Wednesday 2 September

  1. N$4 billion salmon project expected to create 5,000 jobs

    The Africa Aquaculture Company plans a N$4 billion Atlantic salmon production operation in Lüderitz targeting 51,000 tonnes annually and expecting to generate around 5,000 employment opportunities. The Namibia Industrial Development Agency has acquired a 40% equity stake, and the company aims to begin operations within 60 to 90 days pending completion of administrative requirements.

    2 September 2026 · Informanté

Saturday 29 August

  1. President Nandi-Ndaitwah mourns death of Norway's King Harald V

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended condolences on the death of Norway's King Harald V at age 89, recognising Norway's historic support for Namibia during its liberation struggle and affirming the two countries' continued commitment to promoting peace and democracy.

    29 August 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Leknessund wins Vuelta stage, first Norwegian victory since 2005

    Norwegian cyclist Andreas Leknessund won stage seven of the Vuelta a Espana on a day when Norway's King Harald died aged 89. Leknessund broke away with seven kilometres remaining to finish 31 seconds ahead of compatriot Tobias Johannessen, with both riders wearing black armbands in tribute.

    29 August 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 28 August

  1. President Nandi-Ndaitwah extends condolences after King Harald V dies

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah sent condolences to Norway's Royal Family and people following King Harald V's death, noting his legacy of service and highlighting Namibia and Norway's longstanding friendship, including Norway's support during Namibia's struggle for independence.

    28 August 2026 · Informanté

  2. Namibia must increase and restructure agricultural subsidies

    A Windhoek Observer opinion piece argues that Namibian farmers face inherent disadvantages—vast distances, limited arable land, variable rainfall, and high input costs—that make them uncompetitive against subsidised regional and international producers, and calls for a deliberate national subsidy strategy rather than fragmented support.

    28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Namibia's energy minister attends offshore energy summit in Norway

    Minister Modestus Amutse is participating in the week-long Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) Summit in Stavanger, Norway, to strengthen international partnerships and draw on global experience as Namibia develops its emerging oil and gas sector. The forum brings together government leaders, executives and policymakers to discuss global energy trends, energy security, technological developments and sustainability.

    25 August 2026 · Informanté

  2. Extractive sectors must deliver shared prosperity, editorial urges

    An editorial reflects on Heroes Day and Namibia's economic prospects from oil, critical minerals, and green hydrogen, with the IMF projecting nominal GDP could reach N$400.8 billion by 2031, but warns that benefits risk remaining concentrated unless local content principles ensure broad-based prosperity.

    25 August 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Mariental abattoir to close permanently after N$26 million loss

    Farmers Meat Mariental abattoir will permanently close following an estimated N$26 million loss in the financial year ending June 2026, citing rising livestock procurement costs, unfavourable exchange rates, and limited access to premium export markets. The closure will affect 102 workers, including 19 permanent and 83 temporary employees.

    18 August 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 17 August

  1. Namibia must own stake in oil finds, not just supply services

    An opinion piece argues that Namibia should prioritize equity ownership in its oil discoveries—particularly Venus, Graff, and Mopane in the Orange Basin—rather than limiting itself to local-content arrangements that only provide wages and services, contrasting this approach with Norway's wealth-building model.

    17 August 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 8 August

  1. Livestock exports surge: cattle up 47%, sheep up 58%

    Live cattle exports increased by 47.4% in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025, while live sheep exports rose by 58.1% year on year, the Minister of Agriculture announced at the Aminuis Annual Agricultural and Industrial Show in Omaheke Region.

    8 August 2026 · Informanté

Thursday 30 July

  1. Meatco secures additional Norwegian beef export quota

    Meatco has secured an additional 344,766-kilogram beef export quota to Norway through a quota-sharing arrangement with Botswana under the SACU-EFTA framework, after exhausting its initial 2026 allocation by end of June. The additional allocation is projected to generate N$100 million in export earnings, potentially bringing Meatco's total Norwegian exports for 2026 to N$365 million.

    30 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Sunday 19 July

  1. World Cup ends with excitement despite pre-tournament challenges

    Fifa declares the expanded 48-team World Cup across the United States, Mexico and Canada a triumph, marked by thrilling football and strong performances from smaller nations including Cape Verde, Curaçao, and Egypt, who reached knockout rounds in record numbers.

    19 July 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 13 July

  1. Government and farmers union develop livestock price equalisation fund

    The Namibian government and the Namibia National Farmers Union are working on a livestock price equalisation fund to address cattle marketing challenges in northern communal areas, which was approved by Cabinet in 2024 and aims to compensate farmers for disparities caused by animal disease status north of the veterinary cordon fence.

    13 July 2026 · The Namibian

  2. England and Argentina set for World Cup semi-final clash

    England and Argentina will meet in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with the winner advancing to the final on July 19. The match carries decades of rivalry, including a 1986 quarter-final encounter won by Argentina on goals from Diego Maradona, and takes place amid a lingering sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands.

    13 July 2026 · The Namibian

  3. France, Spain, England, Argentina reach FIFA World Cup semi-finals

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals are set: France will face Spain in Dallas on 14 July, while England play defending champions Argentina in Atlanta on 15 July, after dramatic quarter-final victories decided by 2-1 and 2-0 scores respectively.

    13 July 2026 · Informanté

Sunday 12 July

  1. Argentina defeat 10-man Switzerland in World Cup quarter-final

    Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time in the World Cup quarter-final, with Julian Alvarez scoring a crucial goal in the 112th minute. The victory sets up a semi-final against England and keeps Argentina unbeaten in their past 12 World Cup matches.

    12 July 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Bellingham scores twice as England defeats Norway in World Cup quarters

    Jude Bellingham netted twice in extra-time to lead England past Norway 2-1 in the World Cup quarter-final. England will face Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals on Wednesday.

    12 July 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 11 July

  1. England face Norway, Argentina face Switzerland in World Cup quarters

    England play Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Friday with Kane and Haaland as their leading scorers; the winners will face either Argentina or Switzerland in the semi-finals.

    11 July 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 9 July

  1. FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals set: eight nations compete

    The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals feature Argentina versus Switzerland, France versus Morocco, Spain versus Belgium, and Norway versus England, with matches beginning 9 July at various venues and times.

    9 July 2026 · Informanté

Wednesday 8 July

  1. France face Morocco in World Cup quarter-final showdown

    France begin their push for a third World Cup title Thursday against African champions Morocco in a blockbuster quarter-final at Gillette Stadium. France have scored 14 goals in five games, with captain Kylian Mbappe accounting for seven of them, while Morocco advanced through the group phase and eliminated the Netherlands and Canada.

    8 July 2026 · The Namibian

  2. World Cup quarter-finals: Eight teams compete for semi-final spots

    The FIFA World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage with eight teams remaining, including France, Morocco, Spain, and Belgium. Matches are taking place in the United States beginning Thursday.

    8 July 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Norwegian Traeen takes Tour de France yellow jersey

    Torstein Traeen of Norway claimed the Tour de France race leader's yellow jersey while Mads Pedersen of Denmark won the fourth stage, a 182km stage from Carcassonne to Foix. Pedersen, the 2019 world champion, also took the green points jersey with his victory in the sprint finish.

    7 July 2026 · The Namibian

  2. England beats Mexico 3-2 in World Cup quarter-final setup

    England won 3-2 against Mexico in Mexico City at the Estadio Azteca despite playing with ten men after defender Jarell Quansah received a red card early in the second half. The victory sets up a quarter-final match against Norway and is hailed as England's greatest win on foreign soil.

    7 July 2026 · The Namibian

  3. FIFA suspends Balogun red card after Trump appeals to Infantino

    FIFA chief Gianni Infantino defended the decision to suspend a red card issued to US World Cup star Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play against Belgium in a last-16 match. The reprieve followed US President Donald Trump's direct appeal to Infantino, who insisted FIFA's disciplinary process remained independent, while Belgium's appeal was dismissed as "inadmissible."

    7 July 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 6 July

  1. Brazil coach vows to rebuild after World Cup last-16 exit

    Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the team's last-16 World Cup loss to Norway should fuel future improvement, calling it "the start of a new cycle" rather than an ending. Ancelotti, who was appointed a year ago to guide Brazil to a record sixth World Cup title, dismissed suggestions he would step down.

    6 July 2026 · The Namibian

  2. England beats Mexico 3-2 to reach World Cup quarter-finals

    Jude Bellingham scored twice as 10-man England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, with Harry Kane also scoring from the penalty spot. England will face Norway in the last eight.

    6 July 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 5 July

  1. England face Mexico in World Cup round-of-16 blockbuster

    England play Mexico on Sunday in the Estadio Azteca as Erling Haaland and Norway face Brazil in a separate round-of-16 match, with two more quarter-final spots available after France and Morocco qualified on Saturday.

    5 July 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Namibia should pursue industrialisation of natural resources

    Namibia has the opportunity to move beyond exporting raw minerals and oil to pursue industrial development through value addition, technological advancement and industrial diversification. Integrating mining, petroleum, desalination and renewable energy into a broader industrial strategy could generate greater economic value than raw exports alone.

    5 July 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 4 July

  1. Norway faces Brazil in World Cup last 16 with Haaland

    Norway will play Brazil in Sunday's World Cup last-16 match, hoping to repeat their 1998 group-stage victory. Erling Haaland, who scored his fifth goal at the tournament against Ivory Coast, is central to their hopes, though Coach Solbakken acknowledges Brazil are favourites.

    4 July 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 2 July

  1. Europe's early summer heatwave linked to 1,300 excess deaths

    A heatwave sweeping Europe has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since 21 June, according to WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus, with France reporting around 1,000 extra deaths since Wednesday. Record temperatures have been broken across the continent, including in Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic, with Tedros warning that Europe is heating at twice the global average and calling for heat health action plans.

    2 July 2026 · The Namibian

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