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New Era
… She noted that 123 people with mental health conditions died during the same period.She added that 365 attempted suicides were recorded in the Ohangwena region between April 2024 and June 2025.“Police statistics have previously shown high numbers of suicide cases among men,” she …
91 500 mental health cases in 2025Informanté
Staff Reporter THE First Gentleman Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah Annual Sports Tournament will take place at the Elia Weyulu Sports Field in Okongo village, Ohangwena Region, from 20 to 23 August 2026, with organisers inviting teams and participants from across Namibia. …
Sports tournament set to kick off in OkongoInformanté
Staff Reporter THE Namibian Police are investigating two separate cases of malicious damage to property that occurred on Saturday in Rehoboth, Hardap Region, and the Endola policing area of Ohangwena Region, with one suspect arrested. …
Police probe malicious damage cases in Rehoboth and EndolaThe Namibian
… The university’s Eenhana campus in the Ohangwena region established a brand ambassador award in 2025 to recognise employees who “consistently go above and beyond”. …
‘There is always a reward for hard work’Informanté
Staff Reporter THE N$21.7 million Onamafila Primary Health Care Clinic in the Okongo District has officially opened, bringing essential healthcare services closer to residents of 24 villages in the Ohangwena Region. …
N$21.7m Onamafila clinic opens, bringing healthcare closer to 24 villagesWindhoek Observer
Sostenus Wilherm The Ohangwena Region has launched a strategic drive to attract investment and transform local economic opportunities into bankable projects, with the unveiling of the Ohangwena Regional Investment Map and Action Plan 2025–2030 aimed at positioning entrepreneurs, …
Ohangwena unveils investment roadmapThe Namibian
… and many companies that are withholding some of these benefits and that money is not yet recovered.” The revelations come after the parliamentary standing committee on labour and industrial relations last month found several wholesale and retail businesses in the Ohangwena region …
Retail workers ‘robbed’ of N$1.5m by employersInformanté
Staff Reporter SWAPO Party Secretary-General Sophia Shaningwa has concluded a busy week of engagements, officiating at a three-day leadership training seminar for the Rundu Urban District before travelling to Okongo Village in the Ohangwena Region to open the SWAPO Party Women’s …
Shaningwa wraps up busy week with SWAPO leadership and women’s empowerment seminarsWindhoek Observer
… The dispute stems from a construction agreement concluded on 18 April 2023, under which Manani Investments was appointed by August 26 Construction as the main works subcontractor for the construction of classrooms and ablution blocks at three schools in the Ohangwena Region. …
Construction payment dispute sent to mediationInformanté
… Neemwatya further stated that the investigating officer is from the same village that Hangula hails from in the Ohangwena Region. …
High Court judge defers secret trial application in terrorism caseUnemployed women in Onambutu village in Ohangwena region collect and sell outwishi, a natural sweetener from the mopane tree, to support their families. The product, traditionally a forest snack, has become an economic lifeline for rural women who harvest it during early morning hours to avoid the midday heat.
1 September 2026 · New Era →
Unemployed women in Onambutu village in Ohangwena region collect and sell outwishi, a natural sweetener from the mopane tree, to support their families. The product, traditionally a forest snack, has become an economic lifeline for rural women who harvest it during early morning hours to avoid the midday heat.
1 September 2026 · New Era →
Equipment valued at N$200,000, cash totalling over N$70,000 and other valuable goods were stolen in three separate robbery incidents over the weekend in Windhoek, Oshakati and Oshikango, during which at least one victim was tied up and a vehicle was badly damaged.
31 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Northern Region of the Anglican Christian Youth Association will hold its annual conference this week at the Holy Spirit Parish in Oshandi Village, Ohangwena Region, featuring youth choirs, cultural performances, Bible study, and a Christian song competition.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →
Chula Chula FC were crowned champions of the First Gentleman Lieutenant General (Rtd) Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah Annual Sports Tournament after defeating DT Meds on penalties in the football final in Okongo. The three-day tournament from 20 to 23 August brought together about 23 teams competing in youth and legends football, netball and volleyball, with Namibia Correctional Services winning both netball and volleyball titles.
24 August 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah commissioned the Eeshoke Chula Chula sports facility in Helao Nafidi, Ohangwena Region, stating that sporting opportunities should not be limited by urban or rural location and that the centre should produce champions, responsible citizens, and economic opportunities for the community.
24 August 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah opened the Helao Nafidi Sports Centre, calling it an investment in youth development, community growth and the local economy. She highlighted sport's economic potential and alignment with the Sixth National Development Plan's objectives in youth empowerment and regional growth.
23 August 2026 · Informanté →
According to the Acting Inspector General of the Namibian Police, 4,965 gender-based violence cases were recorded during the 2025/2026 financial year, with Khomas Region reporting the highest number at 685 cases. The police clarified that previous reports of more than 18,500 cases represented a cumulative four-year figure, not annual data.
22 August 2026 · Informanté →
The 2026 edition of First Gentleman Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah's Annual Sports Tournament began at Elia Weyulu Sports Field in Okongo, Ohangwena Region, with 24 youth soccer teams, 10 Legends teams, five netball teams, and two volleyball teams competing over four days through Sunday, with prize money across all codes.
20 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Health and Social Services reported 11 489 people admitted for mental health treatment during the 2024/25 financial year, with 91 544 total mental health cases and 123 deaths. Chief health programme officer Magdalena Didalelwa attributed the burden to stigma, discrimination, family distress, and social ills, and called for stronger multi-sectoral collaboration in schools to improve early identification and support.
20 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Environment and Tourism says illegal sand and gravel mining persists across the country, posing dangers to the environment, people and livestock. The ministry notes that such commercial extraction requires an environmental impact assessment and clearance certificate, and that illegal sites are particularly prevalent in north-central regions.
20 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia recorded 91 544 new mental health cases during the 2024/25 financial year, with 11 489 patients admitted for treatment and 123 deaths. Chief health programme officer Magdalena Didalelwa noted that stigma, limited awareness, and undiagnosed cases mean statistics represent only a fraction of the actual mental health burden.
20 August 2026 · New Era →
The First Gentleman Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah Annual Sports Tournament will run 20–23 August 2026 in Okongo, Ohangwena Region, featuring youth soccer, legends soccer, netball and volleyball with prize money across the four codes. The tournament was initially launched in 2003, became inactive, and was revived in 2022 with Ndaitwah as patron, with its first major edition in 2023.
18 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian Police are investigating two separate cases of malicious damage: a fire truck was damaged by stones thrown by a group in Rehoboth's Block E on Saturday, and a 40-year-old man was arrested in Endola's Onepandaulo village for allegedly vandalising an MTC tower and cutting three electrical cables valued at N$30,000.
17 August 2026 · Informanté →
Tobias Nghimane, a 58-year-old security officer at Nust's Eenhana campus, has won the university's newly established brand ambassador award for going beyond his core duties and treating everyone with respect. He received a cash prize of N$1 000, a certificate and a hamper.
15 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The N$21.7 million Onamafila Primary Health Care Clinic in Okongo District has officially opened, bringing healthcare services closer to 24 villages in Ohangwena Region. Minister of Health Esperance Luvindao inaugurated the facility as part of Namibia's commitment to Universal Health Coverage.
12 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Ohangwena Region has unveiled a strategic investment map and action plan to attract investment and position local entrepreneurs and businesses as drivers of regional development. The roadmap identifies priority opportunities in agriculture, agro-processing, manufacturing, creative economy, health, tourism and hospitality, supported by enabling sectors including water, energy, logistics and housing.
6 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations recovered N$1.5 million between April and June linked to 1,241 labour complaints in wholesale and retail businesses, involving unpaid salaries, unlawful deductions, and other payments owed to employees. Labour inspections found common violations including non-payment of wages and unlawful deductions, with a labour expert noting that many workers fear reporting violations due to job loss concerns.
5 August 2026 · The Namibian →
SWAPO Party Secretary-General Sophia Shaningwa closed a three-day leadership training seminar in Rundu for regional and district party leaders, then opened the SWAPO Party Women's Council Annual Regional Seminar in Okongo Village, Ohangwena Region, focused on assessing economic activities of Namibian women.
2 August 2026 · Informanté →
The High Court has ordered Manani Investments CC and August 26 Construction (Pty) Ltd to participate in mediation over nearly N$800,000 in unpaid construction work. The mediation is scheduled for 29 July 2026 at the High Court in Windhoek, with a status hearing set for 8 September 2026.
24 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
High Court judge Hannelie Prinsloo has deferred a judgment on the State's application for a closed-door hearing in the trial of Jona Hangula, a 32-year-old accused of working with ISIS and Boko Haram to allegedly overthrow the Namibian government. The in-camera application will be decided by the trial judge once assigned to the case; the matter was postponed to 20 August 2026 pending translation of Arabic-language evidence documents.
22 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has warned regional councils to improve project implementation and service delivery while announcing a N$10 million allocation for the Food/Cash for Work Programme to provide temporary income support to vulnerable households and strengthen rural resilience. According to the deputy minister, 50.5% of Namibia's population lives in rural areas, and while some regional councils have made progress, others struggle with poor implementation.
22 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibian traders and visitors at the Angola-Namibia border are organizing a peaceful demonstration to lodge complaints of alleged mistreatment by Angolan police officers, particularly at Santa Clara opposite Oshikango. Residents report confiscation of goods, unauthorized fines without receipts, and vehicle impounding despite following border-crossing rules.
21 July 2026 · Informanté →
A 62-year-old resident of Gcwagi village in Kavango West died on Friday after falling into a fire he had been seated next to. The death was among several unnatural deaths reported in a police weekend crime report.
21 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian Defence Force is conducting its 19th recruit intake at Osona Military Base near Okahandja, with 1,618 recruits expected to undergo military training. Recruits from all 14 regions have begun reporting since early July, though arrivals from Hardap and Zambezi regions have been slower due to distance.
14 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Training Authority has committed N$1.05 million to strengthen pre-vocational education at seven secondary schools, with each school receiving N$150,000 to improve technical and vocational subjects, procure training equipment, and expose learners to vocational opportunities. The initiative is part of the government's effort to address the mismatch between education and labour market demands.
13 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Training Authority has invested N$1.05 million to strengthen pre-vocational education at seven secondary schools across the country, with each school receiving N$150,000 to improve the delivery of technical and vocational subjects. The funding supports the government's efforts to expand access to quality education and skills development in line with the Sixth National Development Plan.
12 July 2026 · Informanté →
Expectant mothers at Eenhana district hospital's temporary maternity waiting area have appealed to the government for improved accommodation, citing overcrowding and insufficient equipment. The facility serves patients with only two doctors on an alternating basis and has one non-functioning breathing machine when four are needed.
8 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The 11th edition of the First Gentleman Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah Sports Tournament will be held at Elia Weyulu Sports Field in Okongo village, Ohangwena Region, from 20–23 August, featuring youth soccer, legends soccer, netball and volleyball with prize money across four categories.
7 July 2026 · Informanté →
Police in Ohangwena recorded 6,414 criminal cases in 2025, with assault, housebreaking, domestic violence, rape and stock theft being the most prevalent offences. The region's police holding cells are also significantly overcrowded, with facilities like Oshikango Police Station holding 187 inmates in spaces designed for 70.
6 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa reported that 61 beneficiaries who completed the National Youth Credit Scheme's business training have not received the N$8,000 startup capital each was promised upon completion. The scheme aims to promote entrepreneurship and self-employment among young people.
4 July 2026 · Informanté →