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Tsumeb

Also known as: Tsumeb copper smelter

2020-06-052026-06-08
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In coverage

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  1. May 2022

  2. The Namibian

    … Born at Ondangwa and growing up at Tsumeb,Koneka found herself in Windhoek to pursue her studies, internship and subsequently found a full-time job as a pharmacist . …

    Living The Dream With Ndapewa
  3. December 2021

  4. The Namibian

    … Tjituri was born and raised at the copper town of Tsumeb. She completed high school at Okakarara and completed a bachelor’s degree in science and a master’s in public health at the University of Namibia. …

    Local Designer Heads to Swahili Fashion Week
  5. July 2021

  6. The Namibian

    … The late politician was born on 6 June 1932 at Tsumeb, where he also grew up. He married Naomi Kikii Zauana in 2017. …

    Kerina: A family man full of Namibian stories
  7. January 2021

  8. The Namibian

    … Side by Side runs workshops for parents/caregivers of children with a disability all over the country and I had the privilege to join the team on a trip to Tsumeb,” she said. …

    Breytenbach Confident About 2021
  9. June 2020

  10. The Namibian

    … So far the agency represents models from Rehoboth, Windhoek, Tsumeb, Okahandja and Mariental. …

    Suné January Opens Sue Models
Politics

President's son disputes IPC claims over N$612m solar project

The News

The president's son, Nande Ndaitwah, is rejecting accusations by IPC president Panduleni Itula that a N$612-million solar power plant deal with Sinomine Tsumeb Smelter benefited from family connections. Itula alleged the deal involved Farm Massaus, owned by president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, but Ndaitwah told The Namibian that the solar plant is not going on the farm and that the location is clear from environmental clearance documentation.

Why it matters

President's son disputes accusations over N$612 million solar project, continuing high-level accountability scrutiny over potential family connections.

21 hours ago · The Namibian →

Yesterday

  1. President's son disputes IPC claims over N$612m solar project

    The president's son, Nande Ndaitwah, is rejecting accusations by IPC president Panduleni Itula that a N$612-million solar power plant deal with Sinomine Tsumeb Smelter benefited from family connections. Itula alleged the deal involved Farm Massaus, owned by president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, but Ndaitwah told The Namibian that the solar plant is not going on the farm and that the location is clear from environmental clearance documentation.

    21 hours ago · The Namibian →

Friday 5 June

  1. Tsumeb mother builds online lactation cookie business across Namibia

    Jamila Jokomo, a psychological counsellor and mother from Tsumeb, transformed her personal breastfeeding experience into a growing online business selling nutrient-rich lactation cookies to support mothers across Namibia. The business grew from homemade cookies she made for herself into a venture that also includes counselling and encouragement for breastfeeding mothers.

    5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

  2. Omuthiya Periodical Court opens Monday to serve Oshikoto Region

    The Office of the Judiciary announced that the Omuthiya Periodical Court will commence operations on Monday, 8 June 2026, providing essential judicial services including criminal proceedings, marriage solemnization, maintenance disputes, and bail payments to residents of Oshikoto Region who previously had to travel to Ondangwa Magistrate's Court.

    5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Two suicides within days shake coastal town Swakopmund

    Two separate suicide incidents within days of each other have occurred in the coastal region. A Swakopmund resident was found deceased in her vehicle after shooting herself, and the body of a Tsumeb businessman was discovered near the coast after he walked into the sea.

    4 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Sunday 31 May

  1. Body of missing 37-year-old man recovered at Vierkantklip

    The body of Goodman Shinedima, a 37-year-old resident of Tsumeb reported missing on 29 May 2026, was discovered washed up by lifeguards near Vierkantklip on Sunday morning. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

    31 May 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Missing Tsumeb man's body recovered from ocean

    The body of Nafutal Shinedima, 37, who went missing on 27 May, was recovered from the ocean near Swakopmund on Sunday after a two-day search. His brother identified the body, which was found in the area where he was suspected to have entered the sea.

    31 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 30 May

  1. TransNamib northern railway faces infrastructure challenges despite N$1.17bn investment

    TransNamib's northern railway line, which runs from Tsumeb through Ondangwa to Oshikango and received N$1.17 billion in investment, faces severe infrastructure and capacity challenges including the need for rail upgrades, limited rolling stock capacity, and regulatory gaps. The government is demanding board accountability over frequent derailments on the line.

    30 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 14 May

  1. National Council criticises rural water supply budget allocation

    National Council members have criticised the government's N$1.27-billion water and marine resources budget, saying many rural communities continue to face severe shortages despite repeated promises. Parliamentarians called for urgent implementation of stalled projects and warned that bureaucracy continues to delay access to clean water across the country.

    14 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 7 May

  1. North East First Division title race tightens before final day

    KK United FC and Ohangwena Nampol FC are level on 38 points atop the North East First Division with one match remaining, while Cuca Tops remain within striking distance on 37 points in a three-way battle for promotion to the premier league.

    7 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 4 May

  1. Namibian workers' labour movements powered independence struggle

    Namibia's labour movements were historically central to anti-colonial resistance through mass strikes and worker solidarity, with collective labour action having a long history in the country as a notable segment of resistance against settler colonialism and racial capitalism. Since independence in 1990, however, labour movements have operated with reduced influence and mobilisation.

    4 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. TransNamib reports 48 mainline derailments over five years

    The national rail operator TransNamib recorded 48 mainline derailments, 39 fatalities, and 45 level crossing incidents between 2020 and 2025, with an 87.5% decrease in derailments from 2021/22 to 2024/25. TransNamib attributes incidents to vandalism, theft, and flash floods, and says it uses patrols, awareness campaigns, and infrastructure investment to reduce them.

    28 April 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 24 April

  1. Government commits N$137 million to build 3,106 low-income houses

    The government has committed N$137 million to building 3,106 low-income houses through the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development, implemented by the Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia, to address the country's housing backlog. The project is part of broader efforts to formalise informal settlements and prioritise completing stalled units under the Mass Housing Development Programme, though the ministry's 2026/27 budget has been reduced from N$2.67 billion to N$1.95 billion.

    24 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 21 April

  1. Two arrested for illegal game meat and firewood near Tsumeb

    Two suspects aged 35 and 46 were arrested near Tsumeb after police found illegally hunted game meat and unlawfully transported firewood in their vehicle. The confiscated items included warthog meat, four guinea fowl, and firewood valued at N$12,846.00.

    21 April 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Tsumeb hotel owner accused of firing staff without full pay

    Multiple former employees of Oxford hotel in Tsumeb allege the owner fired them without compensation for work completed, citing reasons ranging from failing to inform him of customers to seeking medical treatment. The hotel owner denies most allegations, claiming only one worker was fired for theft and the rest were unpaid interns.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 7 April

  1. B2Gold-backed grants support 20 agricultural students

    Agra Agricultural Academy has announced a grant programme for 20 selected candidates, supported by a four-year N$560,000 annual commitment from B2Gold Namibia. The programme provides accredited training in Plant and Animal Production to students from Northern Namibia, focusing on practical skills and industry application.

    7 April 2026 · New Era →

Friday 3 April

  1. Steven Tjenao: From Coblenz school to Brave Warriors

    Former Chief Santos and national team defender Steven Tjenao, born in Okakarara and who started playing organised football at age eight, won two NPL titles and three NFA Cups with Santos before earning four caps for Namibia under coach Ted Dumitru in 2002. Now a truck driver, Tjenao reflects on his football career and advises young players to remain fit, punctual and confident in their abilities.

    3 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 2 April

  1. Issascar Goaseb, legendary footballer, dies at 78

    Issascar !Goaseb, a formidable midfielder who shaped Namibian football in the 1960s and 1970s through his time with Etosha Lions and Santos, has died at age 78. A native of Otjiwarongo, he was remembered as a tireless, competitive player and educator whose career intertwined with iconic moments in the country's sporting history.

    2 April 2026 · New Era →

Wednesday 1 April

  1. Tsumeb-Otavi road reopened after truck jack-knife incident

    A truck jack-knifed approximately 15 km from Tsumeb towards Otavi on a wet road while travelling downhill, temporarily blocking the route. Traffic officers cleared the road and contained an oil spillage with sand, though motorists are advised to exercise caution.

    1 April 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 25 March

  1. Oshikoto coach eyes first Newspaper Cup final since 2002

    Nelson Geingob, coach of Oshikoto region's football team, says they can reach the Nedbank Namibia Newspaper Cup final this year, hoping to win the trophy that has eluded them since reaching the final in 2002 when they lost 3-2 to Omaheke. Geingob, who was part of that 2002 team and later became a Brave Warriors stalwart, says reaching the final would extend his contract by two years and give the region a chance to produce more national players.

    25 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 24 March

  1. Monoculture farming damages soil and invites pests

    Monoculture — repeatedly growing the same crop on the same land — offers efficiency gains but damages soil structure, depletes nutrients, and allows pests and diseases to thrive. Experts recommend crop rotation and incorporating legumes to restore soil health and reduce vulnerability to pest outbreaks.

    24 March 2026 · New Era →

Friday 20 March

  1. Oshikoto Region records steady development since independence

    Since 1990, Oshikoto has expanded infrastructure, education, healthcare and services through regional council coordination. Key developments include 11 constituency offices, water and electricity systems, 18 senior secondary schools, hospitals, and improved road networks across the region.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 19 March

  1. Vice president opens disability and indigenous communities workshop

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi opened a planning workshop for divisions handling disability affairs and marginalised communities, highlighting progress including a sign language app launch, disability cost report, and national disability policy 2025–2035, while acknowledging resource constraints and challenges such as limited funding and land disputes affecting indigenous minorities.

    19 March 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Tsumeb addresses urgent school overcrowding with new infrastructure plans

    Tsumeb Municipality's 14 schools serve over 10,000 learners amid rapid population growth, with some classrooms operating at a 1:40 teacher-to-learner ratio. The municipality is identifying land for new schools, with the regional education directorate planning to prioritise a new primary school by 2027.

    19 March 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 12 March

  1. Woman reunited with family after 25 years in foster care

    Mbakondja Upora was separated from her biological family at age two after severe abuse by her aunt, including burns and permanent injuries that caused the loss of toes on both feet. After 25 years in various foster homes, she was reunited with her family in 2025 and now lives with a maternal aunt in Coblenz, drawing strength from her Christian faith and dreams of becoming a singer.

    12 March 2026 · New Era →

Monday 9 March

  1. Man arrested after police find suspected diamonds in Tsumeb

    A man who reported a rental car theft to police in Tsumeb on 7 March was arrested after officers found suspected unpolished diamonds wrapped in socks in his travelling bag. The suspect had no valid permit to possess the suspected diamonds and is in police custody pending a Magistrate's Court appearance.

    9 March 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 7 March

  1. VDKei Crazyboy and Proof Nana release album 'I Am The Door'

    Fidelis Pataka (VDKei Crazyboy), a self-made producer and artist from Ondonga, has released a 17-track collaboration album titled 'I Am The Door' with afro-fusion artist Proof Nana. The project blends soul, afro, spiritual elements and contemporary Namibian influences, with the artists aiming to reclaim local music's cultural roots.

    7 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 4 March

  1. SOS launches digital skills project in Tsumeb

    SOS Children's Villages and the Tsumeb Teacher's Resource Centre have launched the Digital Divide Project to bridge technology and digital literacy gaps in Oshikoto, with plans to train 360 individuals and provide digital access to approximately 9,500 community members over two years.

    4 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Zambian correctional officers visit Namibia for offender management strategy

    A delegation from Zambia's Correctional Service is in Namibia for a benchmarking visit on the Offender Risk Management Correctional Strategy, in line with resolutions from the Zambia-Namibia Joint Permanent Commission on Defence and Security. The visit includes facility tours and aims to strengthen collaboration between the two countries' correctional services.

    4 March 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 24 February

  1. Capricorn Group backs senior women's cricket development

    Capricorn Group says it will continue supporting Namibia's senior national women's cricket team, the Capricorn Eagles, and is partnering with Cricket Namibia to develop young female cricketers through talent identification roadshows and grassroots programmes.

    24 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 23 February

  1. Widespread showers and flooding expected to persist

    Heavy rainfall affected multiple regions across Namibia over the weekend, with areas including Outapi, Tsumeb, Windhoek, and Okahandja experiencing flooding and waterlogged roads. Namibia Meteorological Services predicts isolated to scattered thundershowers will continue in the north and central regions, while the south faces widespread thundershowers, with severe storms and flash-flood risks in central and southern areas.

    23 February 2026 · Informanté →

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