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The Namibian
… SOLIDARITY Over the years, reporters have been kidnapped in Iraq and Afghanistan, beaten in Pakistan, expelled from Russia and arrested in Egypt, Zimbabwe and China. …
Journalists Worldwide Under Threat for Sharing the TruthThe Namibian
Extremist violence in Pakistan is profoundly affecting the female population. We explore how women are responding to the threat and empowering themselves to create positive change.
The Terrorist-Fighting Female Commandos of Pakistan | WomanThe Namibian
… The competing team’s in the men’s tournament are as follows: Pool A: The Netherlands, Pakistan, Poland and Nigeria. …
Namibia drawn in tough poolThe Namibian
THE FLOODS IN Pakistan last year caused devastation and carnage, leaving an enduring impact on the lives of millions. …
Floods: Climate Change Demands a Shift in the Global Financing SystemThe Namibian
PATRICIA SCOTLANDTHE FLOODS IN Pakistan last year caused devastation and carnage, leaving an enduring impact on the lives of millions.
Floods: Climate Change Demands a Shift in the Global Financing SystemThe Namibian
… Recently a Pakistani journalist was killed in Kenya, a relatively safe haven for journalists and other people whose lives are in danger. …
Journalists' Lives Matter, Too…The Namibian
… Governments in such parlous straits would turn, even now, to the International Monetary Fund, for a bailout – as Pakistan has just done. …
Zimbabwe's Economy Is Collapsing: Why?The Namibian
… Once one of the poorest regions of Pakistan, Bangladesh remained an economic basket case – wracked by poverty and famine – for many years after independence in 1971. …
Why Is Bangladesh Booming?Garry Sobers, regarded by many as the greatest cricketer of all time, has died aged 89. The West Indian all-rounder scored 8,032 runs in 93 Tests and took 235 wickets, combining exceptional batting, bowling, and fielding abilities that set him apart in 20th-century cricket.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Garry Sobers, regarded by many as the greatest cricketer of all time, has died aged 89. The West Indian all-rounder scored 8,032 runs in 93 Tests and took 235 wickets, combining exceptional batting, bowling, and fielding abilities that set him apart in 20th-century cricket.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The ICC has announced a new format for the 2027 men's one-day international World Cup in southern Africa, featuring a preliminary round for the three lowest-ranked qualifiers with only one advancing to a 12-team main group stage. The restructure replaces the previous 'super six' with a 'super seven' round-robin and eliminates quarter-finals, designed to reduce dead-rubber matches and increase the potential for an additional India-Pakistan fixture.
16 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian's editorial argues that President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's visit to China offers an opportunity for Namibia to learn from Beijing's economic reforms in artificial intelligence, agriculture, and energy, while remaining cautious about China's record on human rights and debt practices in developing countries.
12 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Zimbabwe bowled Bangladesh out twice—for 140 in the first innings and 185 in the second—to win a one-off Test in Harare by an innings and 85 runs, with Blessing Muzarabani taking four wickets and captain Richard Ngarava three. Innocent Kaia's century in Zimbabwe's first-innings 410 was decisive in securing their second victory in three Tests against Bangladesh.
30 June 2026 · The Namibian →
US Vice-President JD Vance says Donald Trump may decide to release a preliminary memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran before Friday, when the deal is formally signed in Geneva. The MOU, described as "about a page and a half" and "very general," has already been electronically signed by Trump, Vance, and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
16 June 2026 · The Namibian →
President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war as "totally unacceptable." Iran's proposal, sent via Pakistan as mediator, included an immediate end to the war on all fronts, a halt to the US naval blockade of Iranian ports, guarantees against further attacks on Iran, compensation for war damage, and emphasis on Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Donald Trump has said the war in Iran will be "over quickly" and that he aims to end Tehran's nuclear ambitions. Iran said a US proposal to end the war is "still being considered"; Axios reported the White House is working toward a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran that could frame nuclear negotiations, with provisions including suspension of Iranian nuclear enrichment, lifting sanctions, and restoring free transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
President Trump announced "Project Freedom" to assist ships stranded by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, but paused it two days later to pursue a potential agreement with Iran. The waterway has been blocked since US and Israeli airstrikes on 28 February, with Iran's military firing at US warships and the US sinking small boats, threatening an ongoing ceasefire.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Hundreds of men in eastern Afghanistan are panning for gold dust in the Kunar River bed as an alternative income source, using traditional sifting methods. The work, which authorities permit over mechanised mining that damages the riverbed, yields small amounts—up to about one gram per week—in a country where job opportunities are scarce.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
US president Donald Trump ordered a blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of an oil shock by threatening supplies particularly to Asia. The blockade follows recent US-Israel military action and threatens to disrupt Iran's crude exports at a time when shipments have been helping ease global market pressure, with oil prices already jumping 8% in response to the announcement.
15 April 2026 · New Era →
China's foreign ministry has called the US naval blockade of Iranian ports "irresponsible and dangerous," saying it undermines a fragile ceasefire and jeopardises safety in the Strait of Hormuz. The move threatens China's oil supply and comes as analysts say the US is attempting to pressure Beijing to encourage Iran to reopen the critical waterway.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
France and Britain will organize a "peaceful multinational mission" to restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, separate from the warring parties, French President Emmanuel Macron announced. The UK confirmed it will not join the US naval blockade of the strait announced by Trump.
14 April 2026 · New Era →
Failed Middle East negotiations between Iran and the United States risk returning energy prices higher, while Namibia's fuel price increases of N$2.50 per litre for petrol and N$4.00 per litre for diesel are expected to trigger inflation across the economy, particularly affecting transport-dependent sectors like agriculture and mining.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
Iran and the United States failed to reach a deal on Sunday to end the Middle East conflict, with disagreements over control of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, though both sides have maintained a temporary ceasefire and Pakistan continues to facilitate dialogue.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
Calls are mounting for a US-Iran ceasefire to extend to Israel's conflict with Hezbollah after Israeli strikes killed over 200 people in Lebanon, though Israel and the US say Lebanon was not part of the truce, while Iran signals the talks may collapse.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
Brent crude prices have swung sharply amid Middle East tensions, with Namibian pump prices at Walvis Bay reaching N$22.08 per litre—just 20 cents below their 2022 all-time high. The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy will set May fuel prices based on developments over the coming two weeks, as vessel traffic through the crucial Strait of Hormuz remains severely disrupted.
10 April 2026 · The Namibian →
As a US deadline looms for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, new strikes rocked Tehran with both sides rejecting an international ceasefire proposal. President Trump has warned of "complete demolition" of Iranian infrastructure if the deadline is not met, while Iran's military dismissed his threats and Iranian officials reject demands to end their control of the strategic chokepoint.
8 April 2026 · New Era →
US president Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran conditional on shipping access through the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi saying Tehran will agree if attacks against Iran are halted. Oil prices fell sharply following the announcement, and Pakistan has invited both sides for talks in Islamabad on Friday.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend planned bombing and strikes on Iran for two weeks, conditional on Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz completely, immediately and safely. The suspension came after Pakistan's Prime Minister requested an extension and follows Trump's earlier warnings to attack Iran's bridges and power plants.
8 April 2026 · New Era →
As Trump threatens military action against Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, several Asian countries—including the Philippines, Pakistan, India, and China—have already struck agreements with Tehran to ensure safe passage for their vessels through the critical shipping route. The diplomatic arrangements reflect nations' heavy energy dependence on the Gulf and their preference for negotiation over conflict, though the scope and durability of these agreements remain uncertain.
7 April 2026 · The Namibian →
China has joined Pakistan in proposing a five-point plan to broker a ceasefire in the Middle East war, motivated by concerns that prolonged conflict threatens global economic stability and supplies to its industrial base. Beijing's move marks a diplomatic shift and comes ahead of trade talks between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Israel and Iran exchanged missile fire as US President Trump signals possible military operations against Iran's oil infrastructure, sending global oil prices toward US$100–$117 per barrel. The Middle East conflict is disrupting global energy supplies, with analysts warning that further US or Iranian action could drive prices to historic highs.
31 March 2026 · New Era →
Pakistan has emerged as an unlikely intermediary in escalating US-Iran tensions, leveraging its relationship with US President Trump, its geographic proximity and cultural ties to Iran, and its lack of involvement in the conflict. However, the role carries significant risks: Pakistan depends on oil through the Strait of Hormuz, faces domestic pro-Iran sentiment, and could be dragged into the conflict through its defence pact with Saudi Arabia while also managing security threats from Afghanistan and India.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accused the United States of plotting a ground attack despite diplomatic rhetoric, following the arrival of a US amphibious assault ship carrying 3,500 military personnel in the Middle East. The escalating regional conflict has involved aerial bombardment, Iranian retaliatory strikes on Gulf states, attacks on aluminium plants, and involvement by Houthi forces and Iraq, threatening global energy markets and shipping routes.
30 March 2026 · New Era →
Iran's parliament speaker warned that Iranian forces were "waiting for American soldiers" as 3,500 additional US troops arrived in the Middle East, threatening to "rain fire" on any forces attempting to enter Iranian territory. The deployment comes amid reports that the Pentagon is preparing for potential ground operations in Iran, though US officials have not confirmed whether troops will be deployed.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Global conflict and shipping disruptions threaten fuel supply and prices, prompting analysts and government officials to warn Namibians against panic buying and illegal fuel storage, which could create fire hazards, environmental damage and market distortions. Namibia is particularly vulnerable as it imports all refined petroleum products, and rising fuel costs are expected to increase transport, food and operating costs across the economy.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
After exiting the T20 World Cup, Namibia will host Uganda in March for bilateral matches, followed by Scotland and Oman in April for a Cricket World Cup League 2 series. Coach Craig Williams said the matches are crucial preparation and points-gathering opportunities, as Namibia currently sits sixth on the eight-team CWCL2 standings.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The UK Home Office will stop issuing study visas to nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, citing widespread visa abuse and high rates of asylum claims filed after students arrived on legitimate visas. The measure takes effect this month as part of the government's effort to control immigration, with figures showing that about 95% of Afghans who arrived on study visas subsequently applied for asylum since 2021.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
South Africa, unbeaten after seven matches, face New Zealand in the first T20 World Cup semi-final, while defending champions India play England in the second; if both sides win, they would meet in a rematch of the 2024 final that India won by seven runs in Barbados.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
New Zealand qualified for the T20 World Cup semi-finals after Sri Lanka narrowly avoided defeat to Pakistan on Saturday, winning by only five runs despite Pakistan needing to win by 65 to advance on net run rate. Sri Lanka's captain Dasun Shanaka struck an unbeaten 76 off 31 balls to take his side to 207-6 in reply to Pakistan's 212-8, denying Pakistan a place in the semifinals.
1 March 2026 · The Namibian →