Oshakati

Also known as: Oshakati area

2019-06-212026-10-22

News reports

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August 2026
31 AugWindhoek Observer
… Speaking at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia’s Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship Breakfast in Oshakati, Ballotti urged entrepreneurs to use technology to pursue customers in Angola, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa. …
TURNING POINT | Before we look beyond our borders, let us get our house in order
31 AugInformanté
… Another robbery was reported in Oshakati, Oshana Region, on Friday. The incident occurred in the Uupindi informal settlement after the 58-year-old victim withdrew N$70,000 from a commercial bank branch and drove to Uupindi to pay for and collect aluminium cans for a scrapyard. …
Robbers steal goods and cash valued at over N$270,000 in Windhoek, Oshakati and Oshikango
27 AugThe Namibian
… Kashima was testifying in his bail application in the Oshakati Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. …
Oshakati phone snatcher dies after police shooting
27 AugWindhoek Observer
Staff Writer Paratus Namibia will soon open a new shop at Yetu Mall in Oshakati, providing customers in Oshakati and surrounding areas with a convenient location to discuss their connectivity requirements, access product and coverage information, sign up for services, and obtain …
Paratus plans new shop in Oshakati
25 AugThe Namibian
Former insurance company broker Daniel Kashima (41) says his two children were expelled from a private school at Oshakati after he was unable to pay their school fees while in custody. …
N$2.2m fraud accused says children expelled from school for arrears
25 AugWindhoek Observer
… Speaking at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia’s (CRAN) Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship Breakfast in Oshakati, Ballotti urged entrepreneurs to use digital technology to pursue customers in markets such as Angola, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa. …
Namibia must think beyond its borders
25 AugWindhoek Observer
… Speaking during the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia’s (CRAN) second Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship Breakfast in Oshakati on Monday which was held under the theme “Unlocking Opportunities for Namibia’s Digital Economy.” He said Namibia’s population of a …
Ballotti challenges entrepreneurs to look beyond Namibia
24 AugWindhoek Observer
… Iipinge also urged visitors to look beyond the exhibition grounds and explore economic opportunities in Ongwediva, Oshakati and Ondangwa, as well as surrounding rural communities. …
Ongwediva trade fair outgrows venue as demand surges
22 AugInformanté
… He is from Omukandu village in the Uukwiyuushona Constituency and reportedly left home to go to Oshakati in search of employment. …
Family worried after Israel Akwaake disappears while looking for work
21 AugInformanté
UPDATE: This morning in Oshakati, Oshana Region, the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Inge Zaamwani, visited the abattoir to assess its current status, understand the challenges affecting its operations, and explore Government interventions required to e …
Zaamwani assesses Oshakati abattoir operations

Politics

High Court orders auction of Elindi's Ford Ranger Raptor vehicle

The News

The High Court has issued a notice for the public auction of a 2021 Ford Ranger Raptor belonging to Austin Elindi, who is facing corruption charges linked to the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia. The vehicle will be auctioned on 29 October at Advanced Refrigeration in Oshakati following a judgement granted by the High Court on 28 November 2025 in a matter involving Bank Windhoek Limited as plaintiff.

11 hours ago · The Namibian →

Yesterday

High Court orders auction of Elindi's Ford Ranger Raptor vehicle
The High Court has issued a notice for the public auction of a 2021 Ford Ranger Raptor belonging to Austin Elindi, who is facing corruption charges linked to the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia. The vehicle will be auctioned on 29 October at Advanced Refrigeration in Oshakati following a judgement granted by the High Court on 28 November 2025 in a matter involving Bank Windhoek Limited as plaintiff.
11 hours ago · The Namibian →
N$1.2m early childhood centre opens at Rehoboth
A new N$1.2 million early learning facility opened at Northside Primary School in the Hardap region on 20 October, built through a joint initiative by MTC and Development Workshop Namibia. The centre features two equipped classrooms and serves as a model environment for play-based development, early numeracy, and other learning activities for young children.
14 hours ago · The Namibian →
Oshana youth irrigation project struggles with produce sales
The Nakalega Youth Irrigation Project in Oshana region produces fruits and vegetables but faces difficulty finding buyers. The project, which employs seven young people permanently and covers 12 hectares, also contends with high fertiliser prices and rising pest-control chemical costs.
18 hours ago · The Namibian →

Friday 16 October

Grade 7 learner develops solar-powered maths quiz game
Soini Shoonga, a 13-year-old at Makalani Primary School in Grootfontein, created an interactive, solar-powered mathematics quiz game using recycled materials to make learning maths less intimidating. He won the Best Innovation Project award, earning N$20,000, and is now developing an AI-powered application to help Namibian learners with mathematics.
16 October 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 15 October

Transboundary CuvKun project delays fifth community-participation component
The Global Water Partnership Southern Africa's CuvKun project has achieved several goals but fallen short on its fifth component, which focuses on enhancing community participation in integrated water resources management. Regional project coordinator Silvanus Uunona attributed delays to the need to meet policies, standards and environmental-impact mitigation procedures, while other project activities including dam construction, rainwater harvesting and early warning systems continue under the parallel Drylands Sustainable Landscapes Impact Project.
15 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Government to introduce AI policy guiding civil servants
Namibia's government will soon introduce a policy to regulate how civil servants and government institutions use artificial intelligence, with guidelines on responsible use and safeguards for data protection and privacy. The policy, directed by Cabinet and being developed by the Office of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, comes as concerns rise about the safety of personal information in AI systems.
15 October 2026 · New Era →
Health officials warn against dismissing mental health struggles
Health officials in Kavango West have cautioned the public against telling people experiencing mental health difficulties to "just pray about it," warning that stigma and fear of judgment discourage professional help-seeking. A social worker urged families and communities to listen without judgment and take mental health concerns seriously rather than dismissing them as overthinking or a lack of faith.
15 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 9 October

ESA astronaut calls Namibia to join global space sector
European Space Agency astronaut Matthias Maurer urged Namibia to identify contributions to the global space sector rather than wait to become space-faring, highlighting the country's desert environment, geological expertise, astronomy facilities, and young scientists as assets for international space programmes. Namibia's government is developing space sector legislation to foster innovation, education, and job creation.
9 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 7 October

ESA astronaut Maurer visits Windhoek school, discusses space exploration
European Space Agency astronaut Matthias Maurer visited Deutsche Höhere Privatschule Windhoek on Friday, sharing first-hand accounts of life aboard the International Space Station, his spacewalk experiences, and the path to becoming an astronaut. He emphasised the importance of curiosity, ambition and teamwork in achieving distant goals.
7 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Agricultural officers train on farmers' field schools concept
About 45 agricultural extension and forestry officers started a six-day training programme on the farmers' field schools (FFS) concept as part of the Drylands Sustainable Landscapes Impact Project, which plans to establish 220 field schools across three landscapes in northern Namibia, reaching about 7,200 people.
7 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 5 October

39-year-old arrested for girlfriend's death in Keetmanshoop
A man aged 39 has been arrested in Keetmanshoop after allegedly killing his girlfriend, Wilhelmina Waterboer (39), during a physical fight on Saturday. Police say no visible injuries were detected on the deceased's body, with suspicion of internal injuries; the suspect was also found in possession of cannabis.
5 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Two arrested for illegal ivory jewellery sales at Oshakati market
A 50-year-old Namibian and 26-year-old Angolan were arrested at an Oshakati market on Friday for allegedly selling controlled wildlife products without a valid permit, with recovered items including jewellery made from elephant tusks.
5 October 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 3 October

Oneshila residents blame ill-discipline among schoolboys
Residents of Oneshila informal settlement in Oshakati disagree on whether school management or parents are responsible for the vandalism and disruptive behaviour of male learners, mostly from Ehenye Primary School, who have turned a community hall into a soccer field and damaged property while resisting correction from adults.
3 October 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 2 October

Ministry rejects Oshakati Town Council's 13% salary increment request
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development rejected Oshakati Town Council's request for a 13% salary increment, citing that employees had already received a 5% increase during the 2025/26 financial year. The council, which sought the increase partly to address housing-related benefits paid to employees since 2017, is now seeking legal advice on discontinuing those benefits.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
German ESA astronaut to visit Namibia during World Space Week
Dr Matthias Maurer, a European Space Agency astronaut, will visit Namibia from 1 to 10 October to engage with about 8,000 school learners and promote science and technology as part of World Space Week Namibia. Maurer will visit Windhoek, Oshakati, Ongwediva and Swakopmund, delivering the keynote address at the opening ceremony and attending public events at universities.
2 October 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 1 October

Oshakati residents defy removal deadline, demand alternative land
Residents occupying land at Onawa Extension 7 at Oshakati have refused to vacate despite a removal deadline from the town council, demanding alternative land or resettlement. The Oshakati Town Council has maintained the occupants are unlawfully occupying municipal land and rejected their appeal.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
German astronaut visits Namibia to engage 8,000 pupils
ESA astronaut Matthias Maurer will visit Namibia from 1 to 10 October, engaging with about 8,000 pupils across Windhoek, Swakopmund, Ongwediva and Oshakati and delivering a keynote speech at the World Space Week opening. The visit aims to strengthen scientific ties between Namibia and Europe and inspire young people to pursue careers in science, technology and innovation.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Oshakati taxis must register and mark vehicles by March 2027
Oshakati's mayor says taxi operators have until 31 March 2027 to register and mark their public transport vehicles under a newly approved policy, with those holding valid permits able to start the process from 1 October and those without permits given four months to obtain them. The registration and marking requirement is intended to improve accountability and prevent the use of unmarked vehicles in criminal activities.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 29 September

Public consultations on lotteries and gambling regulation amendments scheduled
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has scheduled public consultations on proposed amendments to lotteries and gambling regulations in six regions from 5 to 14 October. Key amendments include standardised application and registration fees, a 5% monitoring fee on net monthly income, a 1% maintenance fee on gross income for a Central Electronic Monitoring System, and coordination with the Namibia Revenue Agency to address undeclared operators and winners.
29 September 2026 · Informanté →
Oshakati lifts livestock restrictions after FMD containment
The Oshakati Town Council has lifted restrictions on livestock sales and movement that were imposed on 25 September following the detection of Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Karasburg. Normal livestock activities in Oshakati may now resume, though owners are encouraged to remain vigilant and observe veterinary requirements.
29 September 2026 · Informanté →
NHE targets 249 houses by December across eleven towns
The National Housing Enterprise plans to complete 249 housing units by December, costing N$80.06 million, spread across Meersig, Oshakati, Okakarara, Eenhana, Goreangab, Ongwediva, Keetmanshoop, Walvis Bay, Henties Bay, Usakos and Swakopmund. Over three years, NHE aims to deliver 750 houses and service 4,215 plots through its Informal Settlement Upgrading and Affordable Housing Programme.
29 September 2026 · New Era →
Fugitive in Shiweda murder case arrested at Oshakati
Police arrested a murder fugitive wanted in connection with prosecutor Justine Shiweda's death. The suspect is also linked to an N$56,000 robbery near Bank Windhoek at Oshakati and allegedly sent threatening messages to journalists and officers investigating the case.
29 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Five knife-armed suspects rob Oshakati betting shop
Five suspects armed with knives robbed a betting shop near Okatana Service Station in Oshakati West of approximately N$37,000 in cash at around 09:30. The suspects escaped in a Honda Fit without a registration number.
29 September 2026 · Informanté →
Ondangwa and Oshakati impose taxi registration rules
The town councils of Ondangwa and Oshakati are implementing regulations for taxis operating in northern Namibia that have long operated without registration or identification.
29 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Armed robbers ambush ATM user, steal N$50,000 in Oshakati
Armed robbers targeted a man withdrawing cash from a Bank Windhoek ATM in Oshakati on Friday morning, firing shots, slashing his car tyres and stealing N$50,000, according to police.
29 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Monday 28 September

Four deaths recorded countrywide over weekend
Police recorded four deaths between Friday and Saturday in Oshakati, Ondambombali, Uis, and Windhoek, including a 2-year-old toddler found dead at Oshoopala. In one case, a 39-year-old man was found dead in a rented house at Hochland Park with facial wounds and blood present; police are investigating the circumstances.
28 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 27 September

Man robbed of N$56,141 at gunpoint at Oshakati ATM
A man was robbed at gunpoint while depositing money at an ATM at Oshakati on Friday morning. The suspects allegedly ambushed him, fired shots, slashed his tyre and took around N$56,141 in cash before fleeing; no arrests have been made.
27 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Armed men rob Oshakati ATM user of N$56,141, hijack vehicles
Armed men allegedly robbed an Oshakati ATM user of N$56,141, fired shots, and hijacked a Volkswagen Golf after a collision involving a white Polo. The hijacked Golf was later abandoned in Oshakati West; a firearm and knife were recovered but the stolen cash was not, and no arrests have been made.
27 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Public policy debates poorly explained to ordinary Namibians
An opinion piece argues that three recent Namibian public conversations—on mortgage repayment terms, Telecom Namibia's fibre-leasing deals, and the DigiNam digital infrastructure launch—have been inadequately explained by officials and media, leaving ordinary citizens uninformed rather than confused.
27 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 26 September

Armed gang robs N$57,000 from bank client in Oshakati
Five armed suspects robbed a bank client of N$57,000 in the parking area of Bank Windhoek in Oshakati on Thursday morning, then hijacked a blue Volkswagen Golf as their getaway vehicle. Police are conducting a manhunt across Oshana, Omusati, and Ohangwena regions, with focus on the Namibia-Angola border area.
26 September 2026 · Informanté →