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Windhoek Observer
Sostenus Wilherm mentioned in article about traffic fine amnesty extension
“Sostenus Wilherm The office of the judiciary and the Namibian Police Force (Nampol) have extended the amnesty period for motorists with outstanding traffic admission of guilt fines by two months.”
Traffic fine amnesty extended to NovemberWindhoek Observer
Sostenus Wilherm recorded 48 deaths and 211 injuries from 112 truck crashes nationwide by 16 September 2026
“Sostenus Wilherm Namibia recorded 48 deaths and 211 injuries from 112 truck involved crashes nationwide by 16 September 2026, with Erongo and Otjozondjupa accounting for about 60% of all fatalities.”
Truck crashes kill 48 nationwide in 2026Windhoek Observer
Sostenus Wilherm was the complainant in an alleged arson incident where a house was destroyed by fire in Marema village
“Sostenus Wilherm A house was destroyed by fire in Marema village, Kavango West Region, in an alleged arson incident during the early hours of Friday.”
Marema village house burnt, property worth N$32 000 destroyedWindhoek Observer
A female toddler died after allegedly drowning in a bucket of water at Amukulungundju village
“A female toddler died after allegedly drowning in a bucket of water at Amukulungundju village in the Onanke area on Saturday, 11 July.”
Toddler drowns after falling into bucket of waterOmuthiya's third Business Expo, running 26–31 October, seeks to raise funds for completing the town's open market, which has remained unfinished more than three years after construction began in the 2022/23 financial year. The event aims to support small and medium enterprises while mobilising resources for the infrastructure project.
27 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Omuthiya's third Business Expo, running 26–31 October, seeks to raise funds for completing the town's open market, which has remained unfinished more than three years after construction began in the 2022/23 financial year. The event aims to support small and medium enterprises while mobilising resources for the infrastructure project.
27 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The High Court dismissed former ministry of health and social services senior accountant Ricardo Hitikua's appeal against his dismissal for being absent from work for more than 30 consecutive days. Acting judge David Mangota ruled that weekends and public holidays count towards the statutory period of absence under the Public Service Act, finding that the law refers to consecutive calendar days rather than working days.
22 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Police are appealing for public assistance in identifying bedding, clothing and shopping bags used to conceal the torso and upper legs of murdered 27-year-old Danelize Majiedt, whose dismembered remains were discovered along Daan Viljoen Road on 5 October. Investigators are also seeking information about her movements between 23 August and 5 October 2026.
20 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The High Court has set aside the Namibia Medicines Regulatory Council's decision to reject Econo Investments' application to supply 140,000 vials of injectable antibiotic Ceftriaxone Sodium to the ministry of health and social services' Central Medical Stores, following a settlement agreement between the parties.
19 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian Police Force has published the list of shortlisted candidates for Basic Police Training on its website, with training set to begin on 1 November 2026. NamPol warned applicants against fraudsters claiming to guarantee recruitment placement.
16 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Groot-Aub Clinic has been provided with a permanent ambulance, dedicated driver, and paramedic after years of advocacy for improved emergency medical services. The deployment addresses long-standing challenges residents faced accessing emergency transport and transfers to other healthcare facilities, particularly given distances between communities and facilities.
14 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia recorded 18 suicide deaths per 100,000 people in 2024/25, surpassing the African regional average of 11. Vice President Lucia Witbooi called for urgent action to strengthen mental health services, improve access to care, and reduce stigma that prevents people from seeking help.
12 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned the Namibia Football Association to ensure every dollar of its N$90 million three-year sponsorship from Namport is properly accounted for, emphasising that the funding must deliver clear benefits to players, clubs, and communities.
9 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The City of Windhoek has declined to publicly address a petition from social justice activists on land, governance, accountability, and service delivery, stating the matters involve internal administrative and governance processes governed by the Local Authorities Act. The activists accuse the municipality of using internal procedures and legislation to avoid public scrutiny on issues affecting Windhoek residents.
7 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's education minister has committed to ensuring every learner is taught by a qualified teacher by 2030, acknowledging current shortages of specialised educators and difficult working conditions. The country currently has 36,336 teachers responsible for more than 913,000 learners across 2,081 schools.
6 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia and South Africa have completed their first bilateral sea-based fisheries patrol to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. The 25-day operation concluded in Walvis Bay and saw officials from both countries work together across their shared Exclusive Economic Zones.
2 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Political analysts have warned that growing confrontations in the National Assembly could shift parliamentary politics away from substantive policy debates towards political spectacle, weakening public confidence. The warning follows a heated exchange when AR members were ordered out after disrupting proceedings, and a minister made remarks about an IPC member during discussion of the Land Reform Advisory Commission nominations.
1 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The education minister acknowledged administrative oversight in NUST's 2025 admission of 150 students to the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences programme, the largest intake since 2008, which exceeded available practical training capacity. Of the 150 students, 50 have been selected for placement based on available capacity, while 55 cannot currently proceed to practical placement due to capacity constraints.
1 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The judiciary and Namibian Police Force have extended the amnesty period for motorists with outstanding traffic admission of guilt fines to 30 November 2026, originally set to end on 30 September 2026, following overwhelming requests from affected motorists. Motorists can settle fines in person at relevant courts or via electronic funds transfer.
30 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia recorded 43 rhino poachings in 2025, down from 91 in 2024, marking its lowest figures in more than a decade. Environment minister Indileni Daniel warned that criminal syndicates are adapting their methods and new environmental crimes including illegal plant trafficking are emerging.
29 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The ministry of international relations and trade claims investment projects linked to its initiatives created 9,343 permanent jobs across 28 projects attracting N$66.85 billion, but opposition shadow minister Rodney Cloete argues only 951 permanent jobs were actually recorded.
29 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia recorded 48 deaths and 211 injuries from 112 truck-involved crashes nationwide by 16 September 2026, with Erongo and Otjozondjupa accounting for approximately 60% of fatalities. Collisions were the dominant crash type, representing about 77% of all injuries and fatalities.
21 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The ministry of agriculture extended the application deadline for farmers to acquire agricultural equipment from end of September to 16 October 2026, following requests from farmers across all 14 regions who said the original timeframe was too short. The government also set aside N$40 million to address concerns over unsold grain from local producers.
21 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Activists have notified police of a planned peaceful protest at City of Windhoek offices on 26 September 2026, with residents and ratepayers raising concerns about inadequate delivery of serviced residential land, informal settlements, municipal finances, roads, refuse collection, sanitation, and various fees.
17 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Wildfire flare-ups in Etosha National Park reignited after strong winds, with about 2,587 square kilometres burned as of Wednesday. Ministry staff, the Namibian Defense Force, and community members continue battling the active fires, which remain relatively small and manageable but pose a risk due to unpredictable wind speeds.
16 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The agriculture ministry has signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Namibia, challenging the institution to produce research that directly informs government policy on food security, water scarcity, climate change, fisheries and land reform, rather than remaining confined to academic publications.
16 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Three men aged 25, 42 and 45 died in separate suspected suicide incidents reported between 11 and 13 September 2026 in Ombili, Oothadhambuku and Oghudi villages, according to Namibian Police. Police said no foul play was suspected in any of the cases and investigations are continuing.
13 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Rehoboth's newly launched Mayoral Youth Development Fund has secured N$180,000 in cash pledges, training opportunities, and a commitment from the Social Security Commission to become its founding partner for more than three years. The fund aims to move young people from unemployment towards entrepreneurship, skills development and economic participation.
10 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Omusati governor Immanuel Shikongo has urged stakeholders to critically assess Namibia's progress in implementing governance recommendations under the African Peer Review Mechanism, rather than simply celebrating achievements. The assessment focuses on recommendations addressing youth unemployment, housing, land delivery, rural electrification and decentralisation from a Country Review Report launched in March 2024.
9 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Vandalism in Windhoek's Moses //Garoëb constituency—including theft of cables, broken communal taps, and illegal electricity connections—is forcing the City of Windhoek to redirect resources toward repairs instead of expanding services and upgrading informal settlements.
7 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
At the opening of a three-day National Fisheries Indaba in Walvis Bay, agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform minister Inge Zaamwani called for practical reform and accountability rather than further discussion of industry challenges, urging stakeholders to produce concrete outcomes.
4 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The High Court has rejected the state's attempt to dismiss a N$13 million lawsuit filed by a woman who alleges a surgical needle broke and became lodged in her uterus during a 2016 procedure at Katutura Intermediate Hospital. Judge Thomas Masuku ruled that the claim had not expired on prescription, allowing the negligence case to proceed.
3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
/Khomanin Traditional Community members confronted Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa at his office, demanding an update on their petition calling for the removal of Chief Julien Gawanas and the status of a financial audit. The community says it gave consent for the audit on 22 April 2024 and has been waiting for answers on its submissions to the ministry for over two years.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Ethiopian Airlines has indicated that management control would be a condition for any equity partnership with Namibia's planned national airline, Namibia Air. The revelation raises concerns over aviation sovereignty and the financial viability of the carrier, which the government aims to launch in December 2026.
1 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Independent Patriots for Change has condemned the murder of a five-year-old child in Oshifo village, Ruacana constituency, allegedly by the child's father, calling for swift justice and stronger protections against domestic violence and child abuse in Namibia.
29 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →