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The Namibian
Namibia’s Brave Warriors suffered one of their heaviest defeats in history when they lost 6-0 to Russia at Yekaterinburg on Saturday evening. …
Russia Runs RiotInformanté
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat to Russia in their first-ever meeting between the two national teams in an international friendly at the Ekaterinburg Arena in Yekaterinburg. …
Russia score six against Namibia in friendlyThe Namibian
… An export ban from Russia, also a major supplier of diesel, has added to the pressure on prices. …
US pressures Europe over diesel reserves as Trump threatens export banThe Namibian
Russia has launched the largest attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure since the spring, primarily targeting Kyiv and the surrounding region, Ukrainian prime minister Serhiy Koretskyi has said. …
Russian strikes batter Ukraine’s energy gridThe Namibian
… Diesel prices in the UK reached a new high on Monday due to supply pressures springing from the US-Israel conflict with Iran and Russia’s war with Ukraine. …
UK tries to stop Trump’s diesel export banThe Namibian
… Trump had tried for months to purchase or annex Greenland, arguing that it was vulnerable to adversaries, including Russia and China. …
US to build two military bases in Greenland under new deal with DenmarkThe Namibian
… He was speaking at the official visit and opening of the third cohort of the Russian language programme in Windhoek yesterday. …
600 Namibians register to learn RussianNew Era
When Namibia’s Brave Warriors walk onto the pitch at the Yekaterinburg Arena on 3 October to face Russia, the match will represent more than a football friendly. …
Namibia, Russia friendly to build football bridgeInformanté
… Namibia and Russia are already discussing cooperation in the nuclear field, including uranium exploration in the Omaheke Region through Headspring Investments (part of Rosatom), as well as educational programmes. …
Kazakhstan’s nuclear plans offer lessons for Namibia, Rosatom Africa saysThe Namibian
Russia is expanding its network of cultural and educational centres in Africa as it seeks to strengthen ties beyond its military and security co-operation on the continent. …
Russia to open more cultural centres in Africa as it seeks to broaden influenceNamibia's Brave Warriors suffered a 6-0 defeat to Russia at Yekaterinburg on Saturday, one of their heaviest losses in history. The Warriors held Russia at 1-0 at halftime but conceded five goals in the second half in a dominant Russian performance.
16 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia's Brave Warriors suffered a 6-0 defeat to Russia at Yekaterinburg on Saturday, one of their heaviest losses in history. The Warriors held Russia at 1-0 at halftime but conceded five goals in the second half in a dominant Russian performance.
16 hours ago · The Namibian →
Namibia lost 6-0 to Russia in their first-ever international meeting in a friendly at Ekaterinburg Arena, with Russia's higher ranking evident in their dominance. The match was part of Namibia's preparation for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches.
3 October 2026 · Informanté →
Donald Trump has said he may ask European countries to release diesel reserves as he mulls a ban on US exports of the fuel amid global shortage and surging prices tied to the war in Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Europe to immediately release such supplies, arguing that US farmers, truckers, and businesses should not bear the burden of rising costs.
2 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Russia has launched its largest attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the spring, primarily targeting Kyiv and surrounding areas, killing at least six people and injuring 33 others. The overnight strikes hit 11 regions and damaged power supplies, with DTEK restoring electricity to 8,000 homes following what the prime minister called the first mass combined attack of this scale since the end of the last heating season.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The UK is in talks with US authorities over a potential diesel export ban and preparing contingencies as prices rise amid supply pressures from the US-Israel conflict with Iran and Russia's war with Ukraine. UK Chancellor John Healey stated the government is discussing the matter with the Americans and has diesel stocks available, while noting that the UK depends on the US for around a third of its diesel imports.
29 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The US, Denmark, and Greenland have signed a defence deal permitting Washington to build two new military bases in Greenland at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig, while reaffirming Copenhagen's sovereignty over the Arctic territory. The agreement updates a 1951 defence pact and comes after more than a year of tension over the territory's strategic importance and mineral wealth.
23 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Over 600 students have enrolled in the International University of Management's Russian language programme, which has entered its third cohort. The university says the goal is to boost cultural understanding and strengthen international ties rather than to prepare students to study in Russia.
15 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Brave Warriors will play Russia's national team in Yekaterinburg on 3 October in their first senior meeting, an international friendly initiated by the Russian Football Union aimed at strengthening ties and opening cooperation opportunities between the two football associations in areas including player development and administration.
14 September 2026 · New Era →
Rosatom and Kazakhstan have signed a contract to build a 2,400-megawatt nuclear power plant with two reactor units. Rosatom Africa says the project is relevant to Namibia, which produces around 12% of global uranium but imports up to 22% of its electricity, and notes that Namibia and Russia are already discussing nuclear cooperation including uranium exploration in the Omaheke Region and educational programmes.
13 September 2026 · Informanté →
Russia is opening eight of 11 new "Russian Houses" in Africa to promote Russian language, education, science and culture, complementing its military and security partnerships with West African military governments and African Corps operations.
11 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's national football team will play three matches in 10 days at the end of September and early October: two Afcon 2027 qualifiers against Congo Brazzaville and Comoros, and an international friendly against Russia in Yekaterinburg on 3 October. Coach Collin Benjamin said the Russia match would provide valuable experience against high-class opposition after a six-month break.
10 September 2026 · The Namibian →
US Ambassador John Giordano was denied entry to the Walvis Bay Town Hall where President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah attended the National Fisheries Indaba. An opinion piece argues that as a national meeting on fisheries governance, foreign diplomats should not automatically have access without invitation or authorisation.
8 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The opinion piece argues that Namibia's Cabinet approach to creating a clearer mining framework, including in sensitive areas, strikes a balance between expanding uranium extraction and maintaining environmental standards. The author contends that responsible mining is a national imperative and that existing operations in Erongo demonstrate resource extraction and environmental protection can coexist.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia's Cabinet engagement on mining policy clarifies the framework for resource extraction, including in sensitive areas, enabling economic benefits for communities while maintaining environmental and safety standards. The author contends that uranium operations have demonstrated responsible mining is achievable and that policy clarity removes investment uncertainty.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Activist Michael Amushelelo launched a petition to have US Ambassador John Giordano declared persona non grata, citing concerns about American interest in Namibia's oil, gas, and critical minerals amid worries about foreign interference in the country's sovereignty and resources. The petition, which received over 500 signatures, will be forwarded to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
//Kharas Regional Council delegates visited Novosibirsk Region in Russia to explore cooperation in technology, science, education and energy. The two regions have established a sister-region relationship and signed a Memorandum of Understanding to pursue joint projects and expertise exchange.
29 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia has taken a leading role in advocating for the election of the first-ever woman as the next secretary-general of the United Nations. International relations minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi made this stance known during a working visit to the Republic of Congo, noting that after 80 years the UN has never had a female secretary-general, though multiple women are contesting to succeed current secretary-general António Guterres, whose second and final term ends on 31 December 2026. Namibia, Brazil, Mexico, Antigua and Barbuda, and over 110 member states have expressed strong support for electing the first female UN secretary-general.
28 August 2026 · New Era →
Rosatom has begun its fifth annual environmental and biodiversity monitoring programme along Russia's Northern Sea Route in partnership with Moscow State University's Marine Research Centre, assessing the impact of shipping activity on Arctic marine ecosystems as the company expands nuclear technology cooperation with countries including those in Africa.
15 August 2026 · Informanté →
Italian 19-year-old Sara Curtis broke the women's 50m backstroke world record at the European championships in Paris, clocking 26.63sec in her semi-final and bettering the previous mark by 0.23sec. Sweden's Sarah Sjöström won the 50m butterfly for the sixth time a year after giving birth to her first child.
12 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Tironenn Amutenya Kadhikwa from Namibia has been chosen from nearly 5,000 candidates across 22 countries to join Rosatom's 2026 Icebreaker of Knowledge programme aboard a Russian nuclear-powered icebreaker, embarking on a 10-day voyage to the North Pole and Franz Josef Land.
8 August 2026 · Informanté →
President Donald Trump denied reports of a US munitions shortage, stating the country has "massive amounts" and is manufacturing more, while vowing "long term jail sentences" for those suspected of leaking information. Iran's Defence Minister responded by asserting the country's indigenous weapons technology is superior and that Iran is equipped to respond to any threat.
7 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The City of Windhoek is participating in the 5th International Transport Summit in Moscow, Russia, which brings together more than 140 delegates from 43 cities to discuss solutions to urban congestion, population growth, and sustainable mobility systems. The city said the summit provides an opportunity to learn global best practices and develop a modern, efficient transport system for Windhoek.
7 August 2026 · Informanté →
A bomb detonated outside the Balzi Rossi restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square in Moscow on Saturday night, killing at least three people and injuring 21. Russia's National Anti-Terrorism Committee reports a woman with an improvised explosive device was prevented from entering by a security guard; the device detonated moments later. The Russian Embassy in Italy has blamed the attack on Ukraine, though unconfirmed reports suggest a senior Russian military commander may have been at a private dinner inside.
3 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The ||Kharas governor's youth desk, established in 2025, has assisted young people through leadership and financial literacy training, tertiary applications, scholarships to the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology, school uniforms, and international exchange opportunities. The desk provides information on development funds and employment opportunities and serves the entire region through local networks.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's government holds a 24% equity stake in the Hyphen Green Hydrogen Project through the Sovereign Wealth Fund, with its share funded through grants from development partners. The country is also expanding uranium exploration in the Omaheke Region and Nasan Energies has acquired 52 service stations to become Namibia's third-largest oil marketing company.
20 July 2026 · Informanté →
US President Donald Trump alleged in a primetime White House address that China interfered in the 2020 election and accessed voter data in 18 states, though the US intelligence community has previously concluded China did not interfere in that election and Trump presented no evidence of data misuse.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
US President Donald Trump delivered a primetime address alleging "shocking vulnerabilities" in American voting systems and accusing China of interfering in the 2020 election and acquiring voter data from 18 states. The US intelligence community has previously concluded China did not interfere in the 2020 election, and Trump did not present evidence that China used the information to alter voting systems or influence outcomes.
17 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has received a Russian-donated mobile laboratory to enhance its capacity to detect and respond to disease outbreaks in remote areas.
14 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibia participated in the Obninsk New 2026 International Youth Forum in Russia, which brought together more than 700 participants from 85 countries to discuss workforce development for the global nuclear industry. Noble Eiaseb, founder of the Association of Young Generation in Nuclear of Namibia, won the Atoms Empowering Africa video contest and attended the forum alongside a specialised summer school for international students.
10 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The International Olympic Committee lifted some restrictions allowing Russian athletes to compete in team events and qualifying competitions for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, though bans on the Russian national anthem and flag remain in place for now. Returning Russian athletes must pass "multiple" doping tests before participating, and individual sports may decide whether to allow the flag and anthem at their own events.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →