Also known as: SADC · Southern Africa Development Community · SADC Executive · SADC Council of Ministers
Regional development organization comprising 12+ countries, referenced in Namibian coverage of wetland protection, power infrastructure, bridge development, and banking sector performance in southern Africa.
The Food and Agriculture Organisation and the Namibian government have signed a 2025–2029 country programme framework to address food insecurity affecting 57.2% of the population. The partnership, with three strategic priorities including policy strengthening, value chain development and green growth, aims to reduce dependence on food imports and improve nutrition across the country.
The Food and Agriculture Organisation and the Namibian government have signed a 2025–2029 country programme framework to address food insecurity affecting 57.2% of the population. The partnership, with three strategic priorities including policy strengthening, value chain development and green growth, aims to reduce dependence on food imports and improve nutrition across the country.
The Namibia University of Science and Technology has launched the country's first Doctor of Philosophy in Supply Chain Management, designed to equip candidates with advanced knowledge in logistics, transport, and procurement—areas identified as critical gaps in the Fifth National Development Plan and Namibia Logistics Hub Master Plan. The programme, beginning in May 2026, aims to develop local expertise to improve Namibia's position as a regional logistics hub and address challenges such as port delays and high transport costs.
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa, in his capacity as SADC chairperson, marked Southern Africa Liberation Day on 23 March 2026 by reflecting on regional liberation struggles, honouring freedom fighters and international allies like Cuba, and urging member states to remain united and vigilant in advancing the region's common agenda while supporting self-determination movements including the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic.
At a State House ceremony, Namibia's Head of State Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah addressed the nation's 36th Independence Day, reflecting on the country's sovereignty and the international solidarity that enabled its liberation. She reaffirmed Namibia's commitment to inclusive development, democratic governance, and peaceful coexistence while expressing gratitude to nations and movements that supported the independence struggle.
SADC Executive Secretary Elias Magosi has called on member states to adopt a regional travel agreement similar to Namibia and Botswana's 2019 arrangement, which allows citizens to cross borders using national identity cards instead of passports for up to 90 days. Magosi said the agreement has eased movement for border communities and boosted trade between the countries, and urged SADC members to remove trade barriers and deepen cooperation to accelerate regional integration and deliver jobs, food security, and improved livelihoods for the region's 380 million people.
The Namibia University of Science and Technology will introduce a doctoral degree in supply chain management from May, the first such programme in the country. The initiative aims to develop expertise in logistics, transport, and distribution to support Namibia's positioning as a SADC logistics hub and address a skills shortage highlighted in national development plans.
Namibia's 2026/27 budget reflects finance minister Ericah Shafudah's fiscal caution as the country awaits a final investment decision on TotalEnergies' Venus oil project, expected mid-2026. Economist Robin Sherbourne described the budget as a "holding operation" in a constrained economic outlook, though he warned that reduced development spending may limit growth despite the budget's focus on "People, Productivity and Prudence."
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah celebrated Namibia's 36th Independence Day by reflecting on the country's sovereignty since 1990 and expressing gratitude for global support during the liberation struggle. She reaffirmed Namibia's commitment to strengthening international cooperation in trade, investment, and sustainable development while addressing socio-economic challenges and youth empowerment.
Parliamentarian Vetaruhe Kandorozu has raised concerns about low tax revenue collection from Namibia's fishing and mining industries despite their significant economic contributions. He called for stronger collection systems, value addition to lithium, and industrialisation incentives to boost government revenue and reduce reliance on foreign loans.
As Namibia marks 36 years of independence, the government's priorities under President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah are guided by the Sixth National Development Plan and focus on accelerating inclusive economic growth, creating jobs, strengthening social services, and responsible natural resource management. Key areas include housing and land delivery, healthcare, education, green hydrogen development, and addressing unemployment through public-private sector cooperation and youth entrepreneurship initiatives.