The Namibian

Also known as: The Namibian Sport · The Namibian understands · The Namibian has followed up · The Namibian has seen · the Post · The Namibian newspaper · The Free Press of Namibia · TNS

Namibian newspaper publishing news and opinion coverage on politics, business, transport, courts, and social issues in Namibia.

2018-11-232026-10-23

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October 2026
23 OctWindhoek Observer
The Namibian reported that NANSO had been affected by government funding cuts
Source
“The concerns come after NANSO sought N$445 000 to finance its 19th National Students Congress in August, with The Namibian reporting that the organisation had been affected by government funding cuts.”
Zambezi Nanso cries for support
20 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian published an article stating Vaino Nghipondoka and his wife were Supreme Court appeal respondents
Source
“In an article published under the headline 'DBN gets N$26.4m judgement against Nghipondoka, wife' in yesterday's edition of The Namibian, it was stated that businessman Vaino Nghipondoka and his wife had been respondents in a Supreme Court appeal won by the Development Bank of Namibia on Friday.”
Matter of Fact: DBN gets N$26.4m judgement against Nghipondoka, wife
19 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian sent questions to Finestar on food options
Source
“Finestar did not respond to questions sent by The Namibian on food options at the time of publication.”
Action Democratic Movement demands Finestar probe
18 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian published an editorial titled 'We Need Clarity On Phosphate Once and For All'
Source
“Then, an editorial in The Namibian read: 'We Need Clarity On Phosphate Once and For All.'”
People Don’t Eat Phosphate, They Eat Fish
18 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian published two articles on phosphate mining by Chris Brown and Juane van Aardt and Meyer van den Berg
Source
“Recently, two articles were published in The Namibian: one by Chris Brown, titled 'Clarity on Marine Phosphate Mining, Namibia's Misunderstood Project', and the other by Juane van Aardt and Meyer van den Berg titled 'Sandpiper Environmental Clearance – Legal Framework and Available Recourse'.”
People Don’t Eat Phosphate, They Eat Fish
17 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian reported two deaths in Zambezi SUV accident on B1 road
Source
“Two people died when an SUV had a tyre burst and overturned on the B1 road on Saturday.”
Two die in Zambezi accident
17 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian reported that a resident considers selling alcohol in the building unacceptable
Source
“A resident who spoke to The Namibian on condition of anonymity says selling alcohol in what they consider a "house of God" is unacceptable.”
From ‘house of God’ to liquor store
15 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian saw public notice regarding proposed property sales
Source
“According to a public notice seen by The Namibian, the proposed sales will be conducted through private treaty in terms of Section 63(2) and (3) of the Local Authorities Act, 23 of 1992.”
Okahandja to sell 100 erven as Beefcor secures N$600 000 land deal
15 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian reported docket whereabouts disputed between prosecutor general and police
Source
“The whereabouts of the docket in a fatal crash investigation involving suspended police chief Joseph Shikongo remain disputed, with the prosecutor general's office and the police giving conflicting accounts.”
Shikongo crash docket whereabouts remain a mystery
14 OctThe Namibian
The Namibian reported auditor general's report for 2024/25 financial year on Monday
Source
“The auditor general's report for the 2024/25 financial year, as reported by The Namibian on Monday, found that 33 000 beneficiaries had wrongfully received grants totalling N$250 million.”
Gender ministry says N$250m grant recipients were eligible

Society

Zambezi NANSO seeks stronger government backing for student support

The News

The Namibia National Students Organisation's Zambezi Region branch says lack of government support is hindering efforts to address student concerns and implement resolutions from its 19th national congress. Regional representatives cited difficulties securing transport and logistical assistance, calling for deeper collaboration beyond meetings to translate student concerns into action.

9 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Today

Zambezi NANSO seeks stronger government backing for student support
The Namibia National Students Organisation's Zambezi Region branch says lack of government support is hindering efforts to address student concerns and implement resolutions from its 19th national congress. Regional representatives cited difficulties securing transport and logistical assistance, calling for deeper collaboration beyond meetings to translate student concerns into action.
9 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Yesterday

Angola invites Namibia to invest in Lobito oil refinery project
Angolan president João Lourenço has invited Namibia to take an equity stake in the Lobito oil refinery, which is under construction and intended to process 200,000 barrels of crude oil per day. Namibian presidential spokesperson Jonas Mbambo cautioned that the invitation does not constitute a formal proposal and that any investment would require careful consideration of feasibility and national interests.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
Bigamy defined as crime under Namibian common law
Bigamy — intentionally entering a civil marriage while already lawfully married — is a common-law crime in Namibia inherited from Roman-Dutch law. A subsequent marriage is void from inception and may deprive the second spouse of inheritance and property claims, though parental rights toward children from such a union remain.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →

Wednesday 21 October

Minister Nekundi denies pressuring RCC boss over fuel payments
Minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi has denied contacting Roads Contractor Company acting chief executive Dasius Nelumbu to approve fuel payments to Eco Fuel, a company linked to fugitive Victor Malima. Malima and associates were paid N$30 million to supply fuel to RCC but failed to deliver N$17 million worth of fuel.
21 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia lacks funeral protocols for former first spouses
Secretary to Cabinet Emilia Mkusa says Namibia has no specific protocols governing the burial of former first spouses and is currently considering appropriate arrangements, following the death of former first lady Penehupifo Pohamba, aged 78. It remains unclear whether she will be accorded a state funeral or national honours, as the president is yet to decide.
21 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Oshana youth irrigation project struggles with produce sales
The Nakalega Youth Irrigation Project in Oshana region produces fruits and vegetables but faces difficulty finding buyers. The project, which employs seven young people permanently and covers 12 hectares, also contends with high fertiliser prices and rising pest-control chemical costs.
21 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 20 October

Nored CEO orders meter unblocked for director's hotel debt
The acting CEO of Nored ordered restoration of electricity to a hotel owned by board director Simeon Uahengo despite the property owing N$325,000, overruling an engineer's decision to block the meter. The move has drawn accusations of double standards, as Nored had previously stated it would cut off customers 30 days or more in arrears.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Yango reports drivers earn N$15,470 weekly; drivers dispute figure
Ride-hailing company Yango claims Windhoek drivers earn an average of N$15,470 a week after commission and that earnings have increased 15.7% year-on-year, but drivers say their actual earnings are far lower. The company attributes its fare structure to a pickup component, per-kilometre and per-minute charges, and says it raised fares by 5% in March and introduced support measures including temporarily waiving commissions.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
E-hailing services expanded consumer choice in Windhoek transport
E-hailing companies like Lefa Transportation Services, Yango, and inDrive transformed Windhoek transport by offering consumers choice, visibility of driver location, fare predictability, and route information — solving problems that traditional municipal taxis had not addressed, and growing because consumers embraced the technology.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Yango clarifies driver earnings are monthly, not weekly
Yango has corrected its earlier statement to The Namibian, saying drivers earn N$15,470 per month, not weekly, after service commission deductions. The company apologized for the confusion caused by the error in its October 16 statement.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Correction: DBN Supreme Court appeal respondent identified
The Namibian corrects that Turki Nghipondoka, third respondent in a Development Bank of Namibia Supreme Court appeal, is the sister of businessman Vaino Nghipondoka, not his wife.
20 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 19 October

ADM demands probe into Finestar treatment of workers
The Action Democratic Movement has called for a government investigation into the alleged mistreatment of workers at Finestar Jewellery & Diamonds Namibia, after workers downed tools demanding better wages, allowances and working conditions. ADM claims the company violated workers' rights, including restricting food choices, locking employees inside premises, and refusing accepted apologies.
19 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 18 October

Phosphate mining debate resurfaces amid opposing views
An opinion piece in The Namibian contests claims that phosphate mining and fishing can coexist, questioning whether the project should benefit only two individuals and citing New Zealand's rejection of a similar project.
18 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 17 October

Two die in SUV tyre burst on B1 road
Two people died when an SUV had a tyre burst and overturned on the B1 road in Zambezi region on Saturday morning. The vehicle was carrying 10 University of Namibia staff members travelling to Botswana when the accident occurred at around 07h00, and other passengers suffered serious to minor injuries.
17 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Former church building in Keetmanshoop now operates as liquor store
A former church building in Keetmanshoop has been converted into a liquor store by Keetmanshoop Superspar since the 1990s, sparking concerns among elderly residents and social media debate about the moral acceptability of using a former place of worship for alcohol sales.
17 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 15 October

Okahandja Municipality to sell 100 properties via private treaty
The Municipality of Okahandja plans to sell numerous residential and other properties to private buyers, including a four-hectare portion to Beefcor Meat Suppliers for N$600 000. The public may submit objections by 16 October.
15 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Stars FC prepares for CAF Champions League clash with Pirates
Stars FC will face Orlando Pirates in the first leg of a CAF Champions League tie on Saturday in Gaborone, Botswana. Head coach Gerald Guther says the team is focused on competing for a victory and positioning itself well ahead of the return match in Johannesburg.
15 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Fatal crash docket location disputed between police and prosecution
The prosecutor general's office and the police give conflicting accounts on the whereabouts of the investigation docket in a fatal crash involving suspended police chief Joseph Shikongo. Acting prosecutor general Martha Imalwa says the docket was returned to police for further investigations, while acting deputy inspector general Elias Mutota maintains the file remains with the prosecution.
15 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 14 October

Meatco proposes two-thirds pay over three months
The Meat Corporation of Namibia has proposed paying employees two-thirds of their salaries from November 2026 to January 2027 due to foot-and-mouth disease strains on the state-owned processor's finances. The proposal is part of an emergency cost containment package aimed at reducing expenses while protecting jobs and retaining critical skills.
14 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Entrepo retrenches 25 workers, expects further cuts ahead
Entrepo Namibia retrenched 25 workers by end of July and expects more job losses after the government suspended its payroll deduction system, which the company relied on to issue loans to civil servants and recover repayments via salary deductions.
14 October 2026 · The Namibian →
DNA confirms identity of woman found near Daan Viljoen
Police confirmed through forensic DNA testing that a body found in a riverbed on 5 October is that of Danelize Madjiedt (27), who had been missing since 30 August. Investigations into the killing are continuing with persons of interest undergoing investigative processes.
14 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Gender ministry defends N$250m grants to flagged beneficiaries
Gender equality and child welfare minister Emma Kantema says children flagged in an auditor general's report for receiving N$250 million in grants were eligible under the Child Care and Protection Act, which allows those aged 18–21 to qualify if in school. The ministry is verifying beneficiaries and removing those unable to prove school attendance.
14 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Rent-A-Drum cleans Windhoek settlement after decades-long garbage buildup
Waste management company Rent-A-Drum responded to a Namibian report on uncollected garbage in an informal settlement near a kindergarten in Windhoek by cleaning up the area. The company acknowledged that while the cleanup provides temporary relief, lasting improvements require sustainable waste-disposal solutions and community involvement.
14 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 13 October

Mbumba office construction contradicts earlier government position
Former president Nangolo Mbumba claims he is unaware of reported construction of a new office for him in Windhoek, contradicting an earlier government statement that it had no plans to build one. An Independent Patriots for Change lawmaker questions whether Mbumba, who served in an acting capacity and was not directly elected, should receive the same post-presidential benefits as elected former presidents.
13 October 2026 · The Namibian →
One man still missing after Orange River canoe incident
Two men drowned in the Orange River at Noordoewer while travelling by canoe; one body was recovered on the South African side and is being repatriated to Namibia, while the other remains missing. The incident sparked community unrest, including violence against the survivor and damage to state property.
13 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 12 October

Meatco places 400 production workers on three-week paid leave
Meatco has sent roughly 400 production workers on three weeks' special leave with full pay from 1 to 23 October in response to the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in the ||Kharas region, with a review of the situation scheduled for 23 October.
12 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Government's Namibia Air feasibility study kept secret from public
The government is preparing to launch Namibia Air in December following a N$20 million feasibility study, but the study's findings have not been made public or available to parliamentarians, prompting criticism from opposition lawmakers about lack of transparency.
12 October 2026 · The Namibian →
One Economy Foundation raises N$4.9 million at annual soirée
One Economy Foundation raised N$4.9 million at its 11th annual fundraising soirée to sustain its 21 programmes focusing on sexual and reproductive health, education, youth development, entrepreneurship and economic empowerment for young people.
12 October 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 11 October

Namibian editorial calls for trees, gardens in development
The Namibian marks Arbour Day with a call for trees to be prioritised in urban development and for property developers to preserve vegetation rather than clear sites. The editorial also welcomes household food gardens in urban areas.
11 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Repatriated Namibians from SA left without promised support
About 72 Namibians repatriated from South Africa in August and September have not received promised government support for reintegration, facing unemployment, documentation problems, and financial hardship after being dropped at family homes with no further assistance.
11 October 2026 · The Namibian →