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New Era
… The Mine also supports the education of employees’ children through the payment of school fees. //Kharas region Down south, the committee visited Namdeb Mine in Oranjemund and Rosh Pinah Mine. …
MPs voice labour concerns at several mines …recommend strict monitoring of subcontractorsNew Era
… The diamond was discovered at the mine in Oranjemund on 10 May this year and was officially unveiled by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in Windhoek on Wednesday. …
Biggest gem in 20 years boosts hopeInformanté
… Speaking during the Day of the Namibian Child celebrations in Oranjemund, Gertze said protecting children was a shared responsibility that required cooperation between families, schools, communities, law enforcement, social workers, traditional leaders and civil society. …
Governor urges stronger child protection in //KharasThe Namibian
… Doctors took him to the Rosh Pinah clinic, then transferred him to Oranjemund and later to Windhoek. …
Rosh Pinah families battle lead poisoningThe Namibian
Namdeb has unveiled a 176.29-carat natural diamond, the largest stone of its kind recovered at its Southern Coastal Mine at Oranjemund in the past two decades. …
Namdeb unveils biggest diamond find in two decadesWindhoek Observer
CHAMWE KAIRA The 176.29-carat diamond named “Owishi” discovered by Namdeb at its Southern Coastal Mine in Oranjemund is the biggest diamond discovered in Namibia in 20 years. …
Rare honey inspires name for Namdeb’s 176-carat diamondInformanté
Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has unveiled the 176.29-carat “Owishi” diamond recovered by Namdeb at its Southern Coastal Mine in Oranjemund, describing the discovery as a source of national pride and an opportunity to strengthen Namibia’s position in the global …
President unveils rare 176-carat diamond recovered in OranjemundThe Namibian
… Constituency councillor for Oranjemund and ||Kharas Regional Council member Nestor Sheimi yesterday said he was not aware of children cleaning shebeens, but said the constituency has a responsibility to ensure they attend school.“Of course, the issue of mushrooming shebeens or ba …
Rosh Pinah township battles shebeen boomThe Namibian
… He made the remarks during Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN) roundtable discussions at Oranjemund over the weekend. …
Strikes should not be the first option – ImmanuelThe Namibian
… Jossop says the investment into the development of services for Aus is strategic in the light of the anticipated industrial growth expected through green hydrogen, oil and gas, among others from Lüderitz and Oranjemund. …
Aus N$50m services development project almost completeA Parliamentary Standing Committee has raised concerns over outsourcing, job insecurity, occupational safety, retrenchments and inadequate worker benefits following oversight visits to mining operations in Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, Erongo, //Kharas and Khomas regions, and recommends strict monitoring of subcontractors.
16 hours ago · New Era →
A Parliamentary Standing Committee has raised concerns over outsourcing, job insecurity, occupational safety, retrenchments and inadequate worker benefits following oversight visits to mining operations in Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, Erongo, //Kharas and Khomas regions, and recommends strict monitoring of subcontractors.
16 hours ago · New Era →
Namdeb Diamond Corporation's Southern Coastal Mine in Oranjemund discovered a 176.29-carat diamond, Namibia's largest in two decades, officially unveiled by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. The find offers hope to the industry as it faces pressure from weak global demand and growing competition from laboratory-grown diamonds.
2 October 2026 · New Era →
//Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze has urged parents, schools, traditional leaders and communities to strengthen child protection and create safe homes, schools and communities where children can learn and develop without violence, abuse or trauma. Speaking at Day of the Namibian Child celebrations in Oranjemund, Gertze said child protection was a shared responsibility requiring cooperation between families, schools, communities, law enforcement, social workers and civil society.
1 October 2026 · Informanté →
Families living and working near Rosh Pinah Zinc mine are struggling with lead exposure and health effects; one father's toddler tested at 17.8 micrograms per 100ml of blood, while the father himself tested at 18 micrograms per 100ml and reports memory problems and skin scarring he attributes to lead poisoning.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Namdeb has unveiled a 176.29-carat natural diamond, the largest stone recovered at its Southern Coastal Mine in Oranjemund in the past two decades. The diamond was recovered on 10 May and officially unveiled in Windhoek on Thursday.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Namdeb discovered a 176.29-carat diamond named "Owishi" at its Southern Coastal Mine in Oranjemund in May, which President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah unveiled at a ceremony in Windhoek. According to diamond industry estimates, the rough diamond could fetch between US$5 million and over US$25 million at current market prices.
1 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has unveiled a 176.29-carat diamond named "Owishi" recovered by Namdeb at the Southern Coastal Mine in Oranjemund on 10 May 2026, the largest of its kind recovered there in two decades. The President described the discovery as reinforcing Namibia's position as a producer of high-quality gem-grade natural diamonds in a global market facing competition from laboratory-grown alternatives.
30 September 2026 · Informanté →
Tutungeni informal settlement in Rosh Pinah, a 1,000-household mining town, faces concerns over more than 50 shebeens where children are paid to clean and allegedly use substances including glue, drugs, and alcohol. Discussions about intervention involving the Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare have begun, though progress is unclear.
29 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Justice and Labour Relations Minister Wise Immanuel says workers and employers should prioritise talks and regular social dialogue to address workplace problems before resorting to strikes or demonstrations. He urged the government, employers and workers to use existing platforms to discuss labour issues collectively and proactively.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
A N$50 million investment into road, electricity, water and sewerage services at Aus has reached 60% completion, according to National Council member Raymond Jossop. The project is positioned as strategic infrastructure ahead of anticipated industrial growth from green hydrogen, oil and gas in the Lüderitz-Oranjemund corridor.
25 August 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the completion of a 12-year process to bring liberation struggle heroes home, with the remains of six reinterred at Heroes' Acre on Monday and symbolic graves established for two others whose remains remain missing.
25 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia has made significant offshore oil discoveries but has not yet begun commercial production. Before counting potential revenue, the country needs serious national dialogue about resource ownership, development, government revenue, realistic expectations, and preventing an oil boom from becoming a resource curse—but Namibians currently lack sufficient understanding of the industry.
21 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Governor Eugenia Moche launched a regional tour beginning in Ariamsvlei on 10 August 2026 to strengthen government and community engagement, monitor development projects, and ensure accountability in service delivery. The delegation met with residents to address concerns including sewer networks, waste management, land allocation, and border issues, while also inspecting infrastructure and observing veterinary control measures for Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
15 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy is facing a shortage of technically qualified and skilled personnel that could affect the ministry's ability to implement its programmes in mining, energy and industrial development. The shortage, identified as a key challenge during a National Assembly presentation, comes as the ministry evolves following fiscal consolidation and wage bill reductions.
14 August 2026 · New Era →
Governor Eugenia Moche and officials launched a regional tour in //Kharas starting in Ariamsvlei on 10 August 2026 to strengthen government and community engagement, monitor development projects, and address community concerns ranging from sewer networks and waste management to land allocation. The delegation also visited the Ariamsvlei Border Post and Location 64, and observed veterinary services demonstrations on Foot-and-Mouth Disease control.
13 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
//Kharas Regional Governor Dawid Gertze will conduct a series of community engagement and information-sharing sessions across the region from 10 August to 4 September 2026, including town hall meetings and site visits to discuss government programmes, services, and development projects.
3 August 2026 · Informanté →
A 28-year-old woman was arrested in Oranjemund after leaving her two young children (aged three and five) locked in a house, where a fire broke out when they switched on a heater. The children were rescued by neighbours who saw smoke and broke a window; the woman faces charges under the Child Care and Protection Act.
2 August 2026 · The Namibian →
A 28-year-old woman in Oranjemund has been arrested for allegedly contravening the Child Care and Protection Act after leaving her two children, aged 3 and 5, locked unattended in a house that caught fire when they switched on a heater. Neighbours rescued the children by breaking through a window.
2 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namdeb held a two-day career fair on 17–18 July in Oranjemund to expose //Kharas learners to career pathways and professionals, addressing limited access to career guidance in remote areas. The event, organised with the //Kharas Regional Council and five local schools, focused on STEAM fields.
31 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's mining sector, from ancient copper extraction to modern diamonds and uranium, contributes approximately 13–14% of GDP and generates more than 60% of export earnings in many years. The article questions whether Namibia has captured the full value of its mineral wealth over more than a century of industrial mining.
31 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Five years after Air Namibia's collapse, Namibia Air has filed aviation licence applications to operate passenger and cargo services domestically, regionally and internationally, with the government aiming to launch the fully operational joint airline with Botswana by the end of 2026 and Ethiopian Airlines as the strategic operating partner.
22 July 2026 · New Era →
Namibia Air (Pty) Ltd has proposed one-way ticket prices below N$2,000 on regional routes, with Windhoek-Johannesburg flights estimated at N$1,881.88 and Windhoek-Cape Town at approximately N$1,939.08, excluding airport taxes and security charges. The carrier is seeking Transport Commission approval to operate scheduled and non-scheduled passenger and cargo services, with actual fares to vary by demand, booking periods, and operational factors under a dynamic pricing model.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namdeb Diamond Corporation is pursuing the taxation stage of a legal dispute with former tenant Nadia Elizabeth Van Rooyen over a residential property in Oranjemund, with the High Court set to determine legal costs on 13 July. Namdeb initiated proceedings in 2023 seeking cancellation of the lease, payment of N$83,844.48 in outstanding rental, interest, eviction, and legal costs.
13 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Mike Awaseb, a prominent pre-independence defender for Black Africa, was initially recruited from Pirates as a midfielder before being converted to a defender by coach Herman 'Pele' Bashcke. The switch earned him a place on Black Africa's dominant team, though it cost him his family home after his father, a Pirates supporter, gave him an ultimatum to leave.
3 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's swimmers delivered record-breaking performances at the second Short Course Gala on 19–20 June 2026, with Jessica Humphrey breaking the 50m freestyle open record and three age-group records, and other swimmers setting records across various events.
25 June 2026 · The Namibian →
More than 40 Oranjemund residents from various occupations completed a four-day customer service training workshop organised by OMDis Town Transform Agency and Sole Hospitality, aimed at improving the town's hospitality and welcoming environment for visitors. The course, run for the second time this year, included practical skills training on communication, complaint handling, and customer service for workers across fuel stations, restaurants, and other service sectors.
22 June 2026 · The Namibian →
//Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze has raised concern over sluggish procurement processes in local authorities that are locking up millions of dollars in Road Fund Administration monies, with several municipalities and village councils returning a combined N$11.4 million and only 16.7% of N$857,100 allocated for traffic law enforcement being utilised.
22 June 2026 · New Era →
The Ongos Valley Sevens Series launched for its third year, with legs in Oranjemund on 15 August, Walvis Bay on 3 October, and a final championship in Windhoek on 23–24 October. The tournament has expanded to include schools rugby for the first time and features teams from South Africa alongside Namibian clubs.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Widespread frost, rain and hail have affected Hardap and //Kharas regions, with several //Kharas towns recording rainfall between 8–24 mm. The Namibia Meteorological Services predicts strong winds and heavy thundershowers will continue across the south on Friday, with possible spread to central and eastern areas, raising flash flood risks.
18 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Governor of the //Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has criticised local authorities for failing to utilise allocated Road Fund Administration funds, noting that out of N$29.66 million earmarked for road maintenance, only N$12.36 million was spent, resulting in an expenditure rate of below 50%. He called on underperforming municipalities and village councils to streamline their procurement processes, pointing out that several authorities including Lüderitz, Karasburg, and all village councils spent none of their combined N$11.4 million allocation.
16 June 2026 · Informanté →