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Namibian Sun
United Nations Security Council adopted Resolution 435 in 1978 supporting Namibian independence
“"recalling the support for Namibian independence, in particular the implementation of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 435 (1978) from the two states in Germany in the long Namibian struggle for independence, and from the united Germany to the development of Namibia thereafter."”
Divisions among genocide descendants are manufactured!The Namibian
United Nations Security Council needs reform according to Ramaphosa, with Africa deserving greater representation
“Ramaphosa also renewed calls for reform of global institutions, including the United Nations Security Council, saying Africa deserves greater representation.”
Ramaphosa urges Africa to unite against conflict, migration and economic shocksInformanté
Namibia and China pledged to work together to promote reforms of the United Nations Security Council
“At the global level, Namibia and China pledged to work together to promote reforms of international governance institutions, including the United Nations Security Council, while advocating for greater representation of developing countries, particularly Africa.”
Namibia, China elevate ties to shared futureThe Namibian
United Nations Security Council had sanctions lists that institutions were required to screen clients against
“Other shortcomings included inadequate monitoring systems and failing to screen clients against the United Nations Security Council sanctions lists.”
Money-laundering watchdog sanctions 342 offendersThe Namibian
United Nations Security Council elected Portugal for 2027 to 2028
“Josob congratulated Portugal on two achievements: its election to the United Nations Security Council for 2027 to 2028, and the performance of its national football team.”
Namibia-Portugal relationship yet to grow, says Ashipala-MusavyiInformanté
United Nations Security Council is called for reform of by Namibia, seeking permanent African representation permanent African representation and a more inclusive global governance system
“NAMIBIA has reiterated its support for the reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), calling for permanent African representation and a more inclusive global governance system during a high-level ministerial meeting held in Nairobi, Kenya.”
Namibia renews call for UN Security Council reform at Nairobi summitThe Human Rights Council adopted Namibia's fourth-cycle Universal Periodic Review outcome by consensus, with Namibia supporting 255 of 290 recommendations (87.9 per cent) submitted during an interactive dialogue on 4 May 2026 involving 111 delegations.
27 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Human Rights Council adopted Namibia's fourth-cycle Universal Periodic Review outcome by consensus, with Namibia supporting 255 of 290 recommendations (87.9 per cent) submitted during an interactive dialogue on 4 May 2026 involving 111 delegations.
27 September 2026 · Informanté →
At the UN General Assembly, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirmed Namibia's support for Palestinian self-determination and statehood, called for an end to violence in Gaza, and backed the Sahrawi people's right to self-determination and a UN-backed referendum in Western Sahara. She also urged the election of a woman as UN Secretary-General and called for reforms to international financial architecture to give developing countries greater access to finance.
25 September 2026 · New Era →
An opinion piece argues that apparent divisions among Ovaherero and Nama genocide descendants over reparations are manufactured; the real division is between the descendants and their communities versus the Namibian government, not within the communities themselves.
14 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
An opinion piece argues that apparent divisions among Ovaherero and Nama genocide descendants over reparations are not real, but manufactured by the Namibian government to serve its own agenda; the author contends descendants and communities are united in seeking adequate and effective reparations as defined by UN principles.
1 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Zimbabwe's Foreign Affairs Minister Amon Murwira, outgoing Chair of the SADC Council of Ministers, called for profound regional integration and self-reliance, emphasizing Ubuntu philosophy and shared destiny at the 46th SADC Summit in Durban.
14 August 2026 · The Namibian →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa urged African countries to strengthen unity, democratic governance and economic cooperation to address armed conflict, climate change, migration challenges and global economic uncertainty. He called on the Pan-African Parliament to uphold democracy and accountability, and identified the African Continental Free Trade Area as key to unlocking the continent's economic potential.
28 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and China have reaffirmed their defence partnership and pledged to deepen military cooperation, capacity building and strategic collaboration, according to remarks made by the Chinese Defence Attaché during celebrations of the 99th anniversary of the Chinese People's Liberation Army in Windhoek. The commitment follows President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent State visit to China, where both countries agreed to elevate ties to a China-Namibia community with a shared future.
27 July 2026 · New Era →
Jona Hangula, accused under Namibia's Prevention and Combating of Terrorist and Proliferation Activities Act, has asked the High Court to reject the State's application for closed-door testimony from an alleged FBI agent, arguing it would breach his right to a fair trial. He proposes the witness testify remotely via Zoom or Teams in open court, with his family, friends, church members, and full legal team permitted to attend.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Terrorism-accused Jona Hangula has filed a motion opposing the prosecution's request to hear FBI agent testimony behind closed doors, arguing the proceedings should remain open to safeguard his constitutional right to a fair trial. Hangula proposes the witness testify remotely without video and requests that his family, friends, and entire legal team be allowed to attend.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah concluded a week-long state visit to China, with both nations agreeing to elevate bilateral relations to a "Namibia–China Community with a Shared Future for the New Era" and expanding cooperation across trade, investment, industrialisation, infrastructure, security and people-to-people exchanges.
11 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Financial Intelligence Centre issued 342 administrative sanctions and N$19.91 million in penalties following a 1,300% surge in anti-money laundering compliance failures, up from 25 sanctions the previous year. Institutions including banks, legal practitioners, property agents, and casinos were penalised for failures such as inadequate due diligence on high-risk clients, failure to identify beneficial owners, and failure to report suspicious transactions.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi said Namibia's relationship with Portugal still has significant potential for expansion, particularly in trade and investment, though the countries have developed cultural and trading ties. She noted that while trade volumes are improving, they have not yet matched the scale of ambition or depth of friendship between the two nations.
11 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Minister of International Relations and Trade joined more than 40 African foreign ministers in Nairobi to reaffirm support for UN Security Council reform, including permanent African representation and abolition of the veto power. The minister described Africa's exclusion from permanent membership as a historical injustice.
14 May 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's trade and international relations minister, attending a ministerial meeting in Nairobi, reaffirmed Africa's demand for two permanent seats on the UN Security Council, together with additional non-permanent seats, as part of the Committee of Ten's push for UN system reform.
13 May 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will attend the 39th African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government on 14–15 February in Addis Ababa, where leaders will discuss peace and security, institutional reforms, and the 2026 AU theme on water availability and sanitation. Namibia has arranged bilateral engagements with heads of state and development partners to advance development, trade, and investment priorities.
12 February 2026 · The Namibian →