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2018-01-122026-06-08
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  1. June 2026

  2. The Namibian

    As a deadly Ebola outbreak continues to spread across parts of Central Africa, South Africa’s Border Management Authority (BMA) says it has intensified screening and surveillance measures at ports of entry to prevent the virus from entering the country. …

    South Africa border officials on alert as Ebola outbreak expands

  3. Informanté

    … The research findings were published in the African Journal of Marine Science and compiled more than 60 years of confirmed sightings and strandings from Namibia and South Africa’s West Coast. …

    Sightings of blue and fin whales increase in South-East Atlantic

  4. Windhoek Observer

    … The renewed focus on natural diamonds carries particular weight for diamond-producing countries such as Namibia, Botswana, Angola and South Africa, where economies and mining sectors derive substantial value from natural diamond production. …

    De Beers doubles down on natural diamonds with new campaign

  5. Informanté

    … Modestus Amutse, the Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, in response said: “There is only one Vitol, having an administrative office in South Africa and registered as Vitol Bahrain. …

    Amutse denies illegality of sole fuel supply mandate given to international company

  6. The Namibian

    Oceana Group has disputed reports that its Lucky Star cannery in South Africa is closing, saying operations have only been temporarily consolidated because of fish supply shortages. …

    Oceana disputes Lucky Star closure

  7. The Namibian

    Namibia has urged its citizens in South Africa to remain vigilant and seek consular assistance if needed amid ongoing anti-migrant unrest and xenophobic attacks. …

    Namibia urges vigilance amid SA xenophobic attacks

  8. The Namibian

    Namibians may soon need to travel to South Africa to apply for a visa to the United States (US). …

    Namibians may face new US visa process

  9. The Namibian

    … The derailment occurred on 1 March south of Keetmanshoop, prompting TransNamib to appoint South Africa’s Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) to conduct an independent investigation. …

    TransNamib rail safety review backs reforms after Rovos derailment

  10. The Namibian

    … Shiimi was born with a complex congenital heart defect at a time when Namibia did not have the medical services needed to treat her condition. “For Martha to survive, they had to take her 800km across the border to South Africa, with assistance from the Namibian government, for s …

    Inequality leaves children with heart disease at risk

  11. The Namibian

    … Speaking at the same occasion, South African agriculture minister John Steenhuisen, who is also the chairperson of the joint committee, said despite improvements in cereal production, the region still faced serious food insecurity challenges. …

    SADC sounds alarm over looming region-wide hunger
World & Region

South Africa intensifies Ebola screening as Central Africa outbreak spreads

The News

A deadly Ebola outbreak in Central Africa has claimed at least 61 lives and resulted in 359 cases, mostly in the Democratic Republic of Congo. South Africa's Border Management Authority says it has intensified screening and surveillance measures at ports of entry, including temperature checks and travel history interviews, to prevent the virus from entering the country.

17 hours ago · The Namibian →

Yesterday

  1. South Africa intensifies Ebola screening as Central Africa outbreak spreads

    A deadly Ebola outbreak in Central Africa has claimed at least 61 lives and resulted in 359 cases, mostly in the Democratic Republic of Congo. South Africa's Border Management Authority says it has intensified screening and surveillance measures at ports of entry, including temperature checks and travel history interviews, to prevent the virus from entering the country.

    17 hours ago · The Namibian →

Saturday 6 June

  1. Antarctic blue and fin whales show recovery in South-East Atlantic

    Research from the University of Cape Town spanning over 60 years of sightings and strandings in Namibia and South Africa's West Coast shows increasing sightings of Antarctic blue whales and fin whales, suggesting slow recovery from industrial whaling. Though sightings remain rare, Antarctic blue whales—currently at around 3% of pre-whaling populations—are increasing at about 5–8% per year with sustained protection.

    6 June 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 5 June

  1. De Beers launches Desert Diamonds campaign to promote natural diamonds

    De Beers Group has intensified efforts to boost demand for natural diamonds through a new phase of its global 'Desert Diamonds' marketing campaign, aiming to distinguish natural stones from synthetic alternatives and capitalize on growing consumer interest. Namibia produced 556,000 carats in the first quarter ending 31 March 2026, and diamonds remain critical to the country's economy.

    5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Minister denies illegality of exclusive fuel supply mandate to Vitol

    Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Modestus Amutse denied that Vitol Bahrain's appointment as sole fuel supplier to Namibia for three months was illegal, responding to AR leader Job Amupanda's claim that the arrangement violates the Petroleum Products and Energy Act, which requires fuel importers to hold a wholesale licence and be registered in Namibia.

    4 June 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Oceana says Lucky Star cannery operations temporarily consolidated

    Oceana Group has disputed reports that its Lucky Star cannery in South Africa is closing, stating that operations have only been temporarily consolidated due to fish supply shortages. The company moved operations from its Amawandle facility to Lucky Star at St Helena Bay to protect workers' jobs amid difficulties sourcing sufficient fish stock.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Namibia urges citizens in South Africa to stay vigilant

    Namibia has urged its citizens in South Africa to remain vigilant and seek consular assistance amid reports of anti-migrant unrest and xenophobic attacks, though the Ministry of International Relations and Trade has not received reports of Namibian nationals being affected.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Namibians may travel to South Africa for US visas

    The US State Department is reportedly cutting visa-issuing consulates and embassies on the African continent, including Namibia's, according to the Associated Press. The closest remaining visa-processing hubs would be South Africa's consulates in Cape Town and Johannesburg, or Angola's Luanda consulate.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  4. TransNamib backs safety reforms following Rovos Rail derailment

    An independent investigation by South Africa's Railway Safety Regulator into a Rovos Rail passenger train derailment near Keetmanshoop on 1 March has reinforced the need for continued improvements in rail safety and operational systems. TransNamib says recommendations from the report will be reviewed and incorporated into ongoing safety enhancement programmes.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  5. Global inequalities in congenital heart disease care persist

    A World Heart Federation report finds widening inequalities in access to congenital heart disease care, with low-income countries experiencing four times higher age-standardised mortality rates than high-income regions. Paediatric heart programmes and trained specialists are concentrated in select cities in low- and middle-income countries, while most of Africa, Asia, and Latin America lack institutions capable of infant and newborn heart surgery.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  6. SADC warns of region-wide hunger amid supply and climate crises

    The Southern African Development Community has called for urgent regional action to strengthen food security and agricultural resilience, citing threats from global supply chain disruptions, climate change, and livestock diseases. SADC deputy executive secretary Angèle N'Tumba warned that worsening climate shocks and geopolitical conflicts—including the Middle East conflict disrupting fertiliser and fuel supplies—are placing millions at risk of hunger.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  7. Namibian junior cyclists win eight gold medals at Africa MTB Championships

    Namibia's junior cyclists won eight gold medals at the Africa Mountain Bike Championships in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, with the Thiel siblings Marco and Rosemarie each winning two gold medals. Namibian riders swept the first four places in both the junior boys' short track and cross country races.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  8. Namibia's volleyball teams return to international play after 15 years

    Namibia's men and women's national volleyball teams will compete at the CAVB Zone VI Senior LA28 Olympic Games Qualifiers in Harare, Zimbabwe, from 7 to 14 June, their first international competition in about 15 years and part of qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  9. Namibia's inflation surges to 3.1%, reshaping real interest rates

    Headline inflation jumped to 3.1% in April from 2.1% in March, primarily driven by transport costs reflecting currency depreciation and higher global fuel prices. With the repo rate held at 6.50%, real interest rates have fallen, supporting credit demand but eroding household purchasing power.

    3 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. African nations secure ten places at 2026 FIFA World Cup

    Africa will be represented by ten nations at the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, with nine countries securing direct qualification and one earning a place through intercontinental play-offs. The direct qualifiers include continental heavyweights Egypt, Morocco, Senegal, Algeria, Tunisia, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and South Africa, alongside debutants Cape Verde and returning Congo DR.

    2 June 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Police forensics backs up 7000 DNA cases, seek N$30 million

    Namibian Police Forensic Science Institute faces a backlog of 7,000 DNA cases dating to 2021, with a commissioner stating that clearing the backlog requires N$30 million annually, though the division's operational budget is around N$3.5 million. The facility receives about 1,000 new cases quarterly and clears above 70% of incoming samples, but the historic backlog continues to impede investigative and judicial capacity.

    2 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Yango Group launches AI and digital infrastructure service in Africa

    Yango Group has announced the launch of Yango Tech in Africa, offering artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure solutions to businesses, city authorities and public-sector organisations across sectors including mobility, healthcare, financial services and retail.

    2 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  4. Namibian midfielder Fredericks wins third consecutive Botswana FA Cup

    Namibian defensive midfielder Dynamo Fredericks won the Botswana Orange FA Cup for the third consecutive season after Jwaneng Galaxy FC defeated Mochudi Centre Chiefs 2-1, extending Fredericks' major career titles to 13.

    2 June 2026 · The Namibian →

  5. Zeda expects Namibia recovery to boost African portfolio

    Vehicle and equipment leasing company Zeda Limited anticipates improved performance in Namibia during the second half of its financial year, which it expects will help recover its wider African portfolio. Namibia and Mozambique faced pressure during the six-month period to March 2026, contributing to a 2.1% decline in the Greater Africa division, though other African markets including Ghana, Zambia and Lesotho recorded double-digit growth.

    2 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  6. Fitch: NamPower stronger financially than South Africa's Eskom

    Fitch Ratings says Namibia Power Corporation has stronger liquidity and leverage metrics than South Africa's Eskom, which relies heavily on government support. NamPower holds a 'BB-/Stable' rating with a 'bb-' standalone credit profile, while Eskom is rated 'B' with a 'ccc+' standalone profile.

    2 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 1 June

  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. LPO urges regional cooperation to protect Namibia's FMD-free status

    The Livestock Producers' Organisation says no country can fight foot-and-mouth disease in isolation, warning that Namibia's internationally recognised FMD-free status requires cooperation between governments, veterinary authorities, farmers and regional partners. Maintaining the status is critical to protecting the livestock industry and international beef export market access.

    1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Sunday 31 May

  1. South Africa delay World Cup squad departure over visa delays

    South Africa's national football team postponed their departure to a Mexico training camp after visa problems delayed some players and officials. The Sports Minister said all players had received visas, but the assistant coach, team doctor, head of security and one analyst were still awaiting clearance.

    31 May 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Mexico beats Australia one-nil in World Cup tune-up

    Mexico defeated Australia 1-0 in a friendly at the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles on Saturday, with defender Johan Vasquez scoring from a corner in the first half. Mexico will co-host the 2026 World Cup alongside the US and Canada.

    31 May 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. President visits local pharmaceutical manufacturer Fabupharm

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Fabupharm, Namibia's only local pharmaceutical manufacturer, amid ongoing medicine shortages in public hospitals and clinics. The visit signals recognition that Namibia should pursue local solutions to strengthen pharmaceutical manufacturing capacity rather than relying heavily on foreign sourcing.

    31 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 30 May

  1. Regional cooperation essential to combat FMD, LPO vice-chair says

    The Livestock Producers' Organisation vice-chairperson has called for stronger regional cooperation among Southern African countries to fight Foot and Mouth Disease, arguing no country can successfully combat the disease in isolation. He stressed that Namibia's FMD-free status brings responsibility to support neighbouring countries facing outbreaks, noting that disease does not recognise borders.

    30 May 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Singapore's economic transformation offers lessons for Namibia

    The article compares Singapore's transformation from a poor, resource-scarce nation in 1965 to one of the world's wealthiest economies today, suggesting Namibia can learn from Singapore's approach to governance and development despite different challenges.

    30 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 29 May

  1. South Africa draws with Nicaragua in World Cup qualifier warm-up

    Burnley striker Lyle Foster missed a penalty as South Africa drew 0-0 with Nicaragua in a 2026 World Cup qualifier warm-up match in Soweto on Friday. South Africa face Mexico on June 11 in their tournament opener.

    29 May 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Johan Corné Greyling reflects on Namibian rugby career

    Former Welwitschias and Falcons winger Johan Corné Greyling, who represented Namibia at three Rugby World Cups and earned 48 caps for his country, is Namibia's all-time top try scorer with 29 tries. He credits his evolution from speed-focused play as a younger player to a more technical and tactical approach as he aged.

    29 May 2026 · The Namibian →

  3. Sankwasa plans South Africa trip for housing factory assessment

    The government is pushing for low-cost alternative housing solutions and plans to assess a South African manufacturing model.

    29 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Thursday 28 May

  1. Spain faces fitness crisis ahead of World Cup Group H

    Spain's World Cup campaign is shadowed by injury concerns, with star winger Lamine Yamal potentially missing the opening two matches against Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia due to a hamstring injury, and key players including Ballon d'Or winner Rodri struggling with recent injuries. Coach Luis de la Fuente has nonetheless expressed confidence that Spain can win the tournament.

    28 May 2026 · The Namibian →

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