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Renthia Kaimbi

2026-04-302026-06-02
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  1. May 2026

  2. Windhoek Observer

    Renthia Kaimbi has planned to make GLOBALG.A.P. certification compulsory for all horticultural exports by 2027

    Source

    “Renthia Kaimbi Namibia's plan to make GLOBALG.A.P. certification compulsory for all horticultural exports by 2027 is facing financial, operational and structural challenges, according to a new report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development.”

    Horticulture certification export plans hampered by costs
Mining & Energy

Government mandates exclusive fuel sourcing from Vitol

The News

The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy has directed all fuel companies in Namibia to source petrol and diesel exclusively from Vitol between July and September 2026, citing emergency arrangements and the supplier's willingness to waive financial guarantees. Industry sources report that Vitol fuel is often more expensive than competitors', and the appointment has drawn scrutiny over procurement transparency and Vitol's history of allegations regarding substandard fuel supply.

Why it matters

Government's exclusive fuel sourcing mandate from Vitol through September 2026 is a significant economic policy shift with immediate impact on fuel prices and industry competition.

1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Yesterday

  1. Government mandates exclusive fuel sourcing from Vitol

    The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy has directed all fuel companies in Namibia to source petrol and diesel exclusively from Vitol between July and September 2026, citing emergency arrangements and the supplier's willingness to waive financial guarantees. Industry sources report that Vitol fuel is often more expensive than competitors', and the appointment has drawn scrutiny over procurement transparency and Vitol's history of allegations regarding substandard fuel supply.

    1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Health ministry removes registrar of medicines, appoints successor

    The Ministry of Health and Social Services has removed Fransina Nambahu as registrar of medicines at the Namibia Medicines Regulatory Council and appointed Frieda Shiweda to the position effective 1 June 2026. Sources told the Windhoek Observer that Nambahu was removed after refusing to approve substandard medicines, contradicting the ministry's stated reason of structural review.

    1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 27 May

  1. TransNamib executives suspended for misconduct return to work

    Two senior TransNamib Holdings executives suspended in February over allegations of property mismanagement and statutory breaches returned to work on Tuesday following a directive from the works and transport minister. Their disciplinary hearing is continuing.

    27 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Namibia's GLOBALG.A.P. certification plan faces cost and structural hurdles

    Namibia's plan to require GLOBALG.A.P. certification for all horticultural exports by 2027 faces financial, operational, and structural challenges, including the Namibian Agronomic Board's dual role as trainer and regulator, high costs of training and farm assessments, and expensive laboratory testing due to low volumes.

    27 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 22 May

  1. High Court rejects NCIS director's bid for secret hearing

    The High Court has dismissed an urgent application by Namibia Central Intelligence Service director general Sinsy Nghipandua to have a defamation case heard behind closed doors, with deputy judge president Shafimana Ueitele ruling that broad national security claims do not justify secrecy in court proceedings. The case stems from a defamation lawsuit filed by senior public servant Fiina Elago against the NCIS and the minister of home affairs, claiming an NCIS official falsely stated her security vetting could not be finalised due to a pending case with her previous employer, which she denies.

    22 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Erongo Regional Council launches training to improve procurement capacity

    The Erongo Regional Council has launched a five-day procurement training programme aimed at addressing delays and administrative problems affecting project implementation and service delivery. The training brought together members of the procurement management unit, bid evaluation committees and procurement committees to tackle weak procurement capacity and procedural challenges that have delayed projects and affected budget implementation.

    21 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Erongo Red launches electricity safety campaign

    The Erongo Regional Electricity Distributor has launched a safety campaign urging customers to use electricity safely by avoiding overloaded plugs, exposed cables, and faulty wiring, and to report hazards immediately. The campaign aims to prevent accidents, injuries, and fires in homes and communities.

    21 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 11 May

  1. Education ministry seeks to cancel costly empty building lease

    The Ministry of Education has sought legal advice to cancel a lease agreement for an unoccupied Independence Avenue building that has cost the state N$1.1 million monthly since 2024. The building, leased from northern businessman Erastus 'Chicco' Shapumba since December 2023, was found unsuitable for office use and remains empty.

    11 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Road crash claims eleven lives; dispute over victim identities

    A minibus operated by the Ministry of Health and Social Services crashed between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo on Friday, killing eleven people including two nurses and a driver. Sources dispute the ministry's claim that eight victims were patients, alleging they were hitchhikers picked up along the route, which has complicated identification efforts.

    5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 30 April

  1. Fishing unions accused of conflicts in worker representation roles

    Union officials representing fishing industry workers face accusations of conflicting roles, including acting as human resources officers and chairing disciplinary hearings for workers they represent. Concerns were also raised about unions that hold fishing quotas being unable to negotiate fairly for workers, since the companies landing their quotas are the same ones whose employees they must represent.

    30 April 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Erongo leaders warn corruption impedes regional economic development

    At an Anti-Corruption Commission consultative meeting in Erongo, regional leaders said corruption is slowing development and weakening public trust. An evaluation of the current anti-corruption strategy showed a 71% implementation rate, with Namibia's corruption perception index score remaining at 49 for four years, below the target of 65.

    30 April 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

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