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Oshikoto region

2020-07-242026-06-08
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In coverage

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  1. November 2025

  2. The Namibian

    … The first is the Omundaungilo-Omutsegwonime Bulk Water Pipeline Project, a major bulk water pipeline from Omundaungilo, supplied with water from the Ohangwena II Aquifer, and extending to Omutsegwonime in the Oshikoto region. …

    Keynote Address by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at the Ohangwena II Wellfield Inauguration
  3. September 2025

  4. The Namibian

    … Asser Nakale is an assistant archivist in the ministry of education, Oshikoto region. …

    Challenges Hindering Proper Records Management at School Level
  5. July 2025

  6. The Namibian

    … Both work in the ministry of education in the Oshikoto region. This article is written in their personal capacities.

    Addressing Unemployment Among Young Graduates
  7. April 2025

  8. The Namibian

    … Asser Nakale is an assistant archivist in the Ministry of Education in the Oshikoto region. …

    The Need for ‘Lifelong’ Fitness in Our Forces
  9. January 2025

  10. The Namibian

    The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) says preparations for the upcoming Guinas constituency by-election in the Oshikoto region are on track. …

    ECN confirms readiness for Guinas constituency by-election on 17 January
  11. September 2024

  12. The Namibian

    … It was just outside Tsumeb, on the way to Oshivelo in the Oshikoto region, where Saviour Humpreyson, a missionary, took a leg stretcher from his bike when this author made a quick stop to ensure he was fine. …

    Ghanaian adventurer explores Namibia with his Honda Africa Twin
  13. August 2024

  14. The Namibian

    … The incident allegedly took place on 4 August at Kuvukiland in the Oshikoto region. …

    Man arrested over molesting 4-year-old nephew
  15. April 2024

  16. The Namibian

    … However, Shapumba says the police are receiving public pressure to arrest of the father of the abandoned child. “The 27-year old father lives in Omuthiya in the Oshikoto region. …

    Police under pressure to arrest father of dumped baby
  17. July 2023

  18. The Namibian

    Police in the Oshikoto region have reported separate incidents in which two one-year-old infants allegedly drowned in water buckets. …

    Two infants allegedly drown in water buckets
  19. July 2020

  20. The Namibian

    … He was the oldest of 12 children born to a poor, rural family at Onyaanya in the Oshikoto region on 15 December 1972. …

    Profile: Sisa Namandje
Politics

Itula questions transparency of N$612m solar project

The News

IPC president Panduleni Itula has raised questions about a proposed N$612 million solar power project linked to the Tsumeb smelter, alleging involvement of companies associated with President Nandi-Ndaitwah's sons and calling for full public disclosure of the project's documentation. Itula stated the issue is not whether the President's family may legally participate in business ventures, but whether sufficient transparency exists when politically connected individuals are linked to projects involving public institutions.

Why it matters

Panduleni Itula's direct challenge to transparency around a N$612m solar project linked to the President's family strikes at accountability and governance—core concerns for Namibian readers.

5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 5 June

  1. Itula questions transparency of N$612m solar project

    IPC president Panduleni Itula has raised questions about a proposed N$612 million solar power project linked to the Tsumeb smelter, alleging involvement of companies associated with President Nandi-Ndaitwah's sons and calling for full public disclosure of the project's documentation. Itula stated the issue is not whether the President's family may legally participate in business ventures, but whether sufficient transparency exists when politically connected individuals are linked to projects involving public institutions.

    5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Omuthiya Periodical Court opens Monday to serve Oshikoto Region

    The Office of the Judiciary announced that the Omuthiya Periodical Court will commence operations on Monday, 8 June 2026, providing essential judicial services including criminal proceedings, marriage solemnization, maintenance disputes, and bail payments to residents of Oshikoto Region who previously had to travel to Ondangwa Magistrate's Court.

    5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 1 June

  1. Analyst: Genocide Day creating divisions instead of unity

    Political analyst Ndumba Kamwanyah argues that the Genocide Remembrance Day commemoration is creating divisions rather than promoting unity and collective healing as intended. He says the government's approach, selection of speakers, and messages delivered are contributing more to division than unity, and warns that regional activities and speeches reflected limited knowledge of the genocide.

    1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 23 April

  1. Murder accused Shikwaya denies owning most of five properties

    The state alleges that 21-year-old murder and fraud accused Petrus Shikwaya owns five properties across northern Namibia, claiming his uncle Abner Mateus financed their acquisition; Shikwaya has denied knowledge of most properties but confirmed ownership of a farming unit near Windhoek that he says he bought for N$11,000.

    23 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Northern communal livestock auctions hampered by poor animal condition

    Livestock auctions in northern communal areas generate income for farmers but poor animal condition and limited market knowledge reduce earnings, according to agriculture officials. A recent auction in Oshikoto region sold 133 of 139 cattle and 42 goats for N$1.3 million, with officials calling for training on the relationship between livestock quality and prices.

    23 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Accused swindled uncle's car linked to prosecutor attack

    The state alleges that murder accused Petrus Shikwaya fraudulently took possession of his uncle's Suzuki vehicle and gave it to co-accused Petrus Uusiku as a reward for buying acid used to attack Ondangwa prosecutor Justine Shiweda on 17 October 2025. Shikwaya denies the allegations, claiming the vehicle was purchased for his uncle at the decision of his uncles.

    23 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 21 April

  1. Two arrested for illegal game meat and firewood near Tsumeb

    Two suspects aged 35 and 46 were arrested near Tsumeb after police found illegally hunted game meat and unlawfully transported firewood in their vehicle. The confiscated items included warthog meat, four guinea fowl, and firewood valued at N$12,846.00.

    21 April 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Tsumeb hotel owner accused of firing staff without full pay

    Multiple former employees of Oxford hotel in Tsumeb allege the owner fired them without compensation for work completed, citing reasons ranging from failing to inform him of customers to seeking medical treatment. The hotel owner denies most allegations, claiming only one worker was fired for theft and the rest were unpaid interns.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 13 April

  1. Largest maternity ward in Namibia officially opens

    A 120-bed maternity ward at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital in Oshikoto has been inaugurated by Health Minister Dr Esperance Luvindao. The facility, costing N$57 million and described as the largest in the country, replaces a 1964-era maternity building and aims to address long-standing healthcare needs for expectant and new mothers.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

Saturday 11 April

  1. Namibia opens largest maternity unit at Onandjokwe Hospital

    Health Minister Esperance Luvindao officially opened Namibia's largest maternity unit at Onandjokwe Intermediate Hospital in Oshikoto region, featuring a 120-bed capacity with 12 private rooms, two operating theatres, and comprehensive services for antenatal care, labour, delivery, and post-natal support. The facility, built at a cost of N$57 million, is expected to reduce pressure on existing facilities and improve maternal and child health outcomes in the region.

    11 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 29 March

  1. Oshikoto governor calls for unity among public servants

    Regional Governor Sacky Kathindi stressed that Oshikoto Region's progress depends on unity and mutual respect among public servants, emphasizing the importance of teamwork, open communication, and cooperation between the Regional Council, traditional leaders, and other stakeholders for effective service delivery.

    29 March 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 28 March

  1. Poor records management at Oshakati State Hospital reflects systemic failure

    Photos of disorganized medical records at Oshakati State Hospital highlight widespread administrative negligence in public institutions. The author argues that Namibia has qualified records management professionals available but institutions fail to employ them, and calls for the National Archives to conduct comprehensive inspections and publish compliance reports across all public institutions.

    28 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 25 March

  1. Amupanda donates equipment to schools in Oshana and beyond

    Activist Job Amupanda has donated equipment to construct a school hall and renovate a playground at Omaalala Primary School in Oshana, and recently built classrooms and administrative blocks at two other schools in Oshikoto and Ohangwena regions. Amupanda, now a parliamentarian and patron of Omaalala Primary School, stressed the importance of providing conducive learning environments for learners.

    25 March 2026 · New Era →

Friday 20 March

  1. Namibia celebrates rural progress while gaps persist after 36 years

    Three decades into independence, Namibia has expanded rural infrastructure including water supplies reaching 92.85% of rural households, constructed 419 new schools mostly in villages, and grown the road network from 41,800km to nearly 49,000km. However, challenges including high poverty, food insecurity, and uneven access to services remain, with experts noting the urban-rural development gap has not been fully closed.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Oshikoto Region records steady development since independence

    Since 1990, Oshikoto has expanded infrastructure, education, healthcare and services through regional council coordination. Key developments include 11 constituency offices, water and electricity systems, 18 senior secondary schools, hospitals, and improved road networks across the region.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 19 March

  1. Vice president opens disability and indigenous communities workshop

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi opened a planning workshop for divisions handling disability affairs and marginalised communities, highlighting progress including a sign language app launch, disability cost report, and national disability policy 2025–2035, while acknowledging resource constraints and challenges such as limited funding and land disputes affecting indigenous minorities.

    19 March 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Tsumeb addresses urgent school overcrowding with new infrastructure plans

    Tsumeb Municipality's 14 schools serve over 10,000 learners amid rapid population growth, with some classrooms operating at a 1:40 teacher-to-learner ratio. The municipality is identifying land for new schools, with the regional education directorate planning to prioritise a new primary school by 2027.

    19 March 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 17 March

  1. Oshikoto governor denies political bias in Independence Day speaker selection

    Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi denied that keynote speakers for regional Independence Day celebrations were chosen based on political affiliation, saying the selection was a collective decision focused on the region's challenges and service delivery rather than party considerations.

    17 March 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Vice President opens planning workshop on disability and inclusion

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi opened a planning workshop for the Divisions of Disability Affairs and Marginalised Communities, calling for stronger efforts to advance the rights and socio-economic development of persons with disabilities and marginalised communities. The workshop aims to review progress, identify challenges and map out strategies to improve service delivery, with Witbooi highlighting recent milestones including a sign language application launch, the Disability Cost Report, and a revised National Policy on Disability for 2025–2035, while acknowledging challenges such as limited financial resources and institutional capacity constraints.

    17 March 2026 · Informanté →

  3. Woman remanded in custody for trafficking and exploiting teenage worker

    Selma Daniel, 62, appeared in Ondangwa Magistrate's Court facing charges of trafficking in persons, child exploitation, neglect, and child abandonment related to the alleged abuse of her 16-year-old Angolan domestic worker, who was unpaid and reportedly forced to work in harsh conditions. The magistrate remanded Daniel in custody, with the case postponed to 19 August 2026.

    17 March 2026 · Informanté →

  4. Angolan teenager escapes unpaid domestic labour in Oshikoto

    A 16-year-old Angolan girl has been rescued from unpaid domestic work in Namibia's Oshikoto region after being beaten and starved by her 62-year-old employer, who promised her N$500 monthly wages she never received. The suspect has been arrested and faces charges including contraventions of the Child Care and Protection Act, assault, and human trafficking.

    17 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 16 March

  1. Oshikoto Independence Day speakers defended as national, not partisan

    Nahas Angula and regional officials have defended the selection of 11 Swapo members as speakers for Oshikoto's 36th Independence Day event, saying the invitations were issued by the regional council and constituency leadership based on availability and status as leaders, not political affiliation. They acknowledge that Independence Day is a national event open to all Namibians and claim non-Swapo members were also invited, though specifics were not provided.

    16 March 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Angolan teen domestic worker hospitalized; employer arrested

    A 16-year-old Angolan girl was hospitalized after being allegedly assaulted and exploited as an unpaid domestic worker in Namibia's Oshikoto region. Her employer was arrested and faces charges including human trafficking, labour violations, and assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

    16 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 9 March

  1. Man arrested for allegedly raping 16-year-old daughter

    A 34-year-old man was arrested in Oshikoto region for allegedly raping his 16-year-old daughter at Emono village; housemates reportedly caught the two in the act and he is expected to appear in court on Monday. In a separate incident, a 24-year-old woman was allegedly raped at Swakopmund after being forced into a man's room, with no arrests yet made.

    9 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 3 March

  1. Namibian woodcrafter Martin Angula promotes handmade products

    Martin Angula, a 30-year-old craftsman from Ohangwena, creates eco-friendly wooden bowls, spoons and cups as an alternative to plastic and factory-made goods. Despite setbacks including a 2021 robbery at his workshop, he has rebuilt his business through training and government support, and now seeks modern equipment to expand production and reach larger clients such as hotels and museums.

    3 March 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 25 February

  1. Heritage director calls Namibians to preserve indigenous languages

    The Director of National Heritage and Culture urged communities to work together to preserve and promote indigenous languages, saying they carry identity, history and traditional knowledge. The call was made during International Mother Language Day commemoration in Oshikoto region, where officials noted challenges including limited learning materials and young people's declining fluency in mother tongues.

    25 February 2026 · New Era →

Monday 23 February

  1. Widespread showers and flooding expected to persist

    Heavy rainfall affected multiple regions across Namibia over the weekend, with areas including Outapi, Tsumeb, Windhoek, and Okahandja experiencing flooding and waterlogged roads. Namibia Meteorological Services predicts isolated to scattered thundershowers will continue in the north and central regions, while the south faces widespread thundershowers, with severe storms and flash-flood risks in central and southern areas.

    23 February 2026 · Informanté →

  2. School construction projects on track for 2026 completion

    Deputy Minister Ballotti told Parliament that most budgeted education infrastructure projects for the 2025/26 financial year are advancing as planned, with majority expected near completion by June 2026, though three capital projects—Mix Primary School, Tubusis Primary School, and Onkumbula Combined School hostels—are experiencing delays.

    23 February 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 22 February

  1. Weekend rainfall continues across Namibia; floods risk in south

    Widespread showers have hit multiple regions this weekend, with more rainfall expected on Sunday, particularly heavy thundershowers in the Hardap and //Kharas regions that could cause flash floods. Several areas have already recorded significant rainfall, including Windhoek, Oshikoto Region, and Omaheke Region.

    22 February 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 21 February

  1. Education Ministry marks International Mother Language Day in Oshikoto

    The Directorate of National Heritage and Culture commemorated International Mother Language Day at Tsintsabis Combined School under the theme "Youth Voices on Multilingual Education". The two-day event brought together learners and San community members to promote linguistic and cultural diversity.

    21 February 2026 · Informanté →

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