Also known as: United States (US) Embassy Namibia · US Embassy in Namibia · US Embassy Namibia · the US embassy · US embassy in Windhoek · United States (US) embassy
US mission in Namibia; reaffirms investment commitments in energy, mining, and critical minerals while implementing visa bond requirements for business and tourist travelers.
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New Era
US Embassy in Namibia questioned New Era's handling of the initial report
“When approached for comment over the weekend, the US Embassy declined to provide its version of the incident and instead questioned New Era's handling of the initial report.”
Diplomacy, protocol & GiordanoThe Namibian
The US embassy in Namibia said it is aware of the petition
“The US embassy in Namibia said it is aware of the petition but has no further comment at this time.”
500 sign petition to ban US ambassador in NamibiaNew Era
US Embassy co-hosted reception with American Bureau of Shipping
“The reception, co-hosted with the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), featured representatives from major energy companies, including Chevron, Shell, Baker Hughes, Halliburton and SLB, alongside members of the Namibia Petroleum Operators Association (NAMPOA) and Namibian government officials.”
US Ambassador convenes leaders to advance southern African energyThe Namibian
US Embassy has warned Namibians that visa overstays can lead to travel bans and visa ineligibility
“The United States (US) Embassy in Namibia has warned Namibians travelling to the US that overstaying their visas can lead to serious penalties, including travel bans, visa ineligibility and possible criminal charges.”
US embassy warns Namibians of travel bans for visa overstaysInformanté
US Embassy regards Namibia as a regional leader in sound mining policy and responsible governance
“THE US government regards Namibia as a regional leader in sound mining policy and responsible governance, making it an attractive destination for responsible investment in minerals development.”
Ambassador Giordano pushes US investment in Namibian miningThe Namibian
US Embassy Namibia says visa bonds were based on taxpayer costs of finding, detaining, and deporting visa overstayers
“The United States (US) Embassy Namibia says the visa bonds that range from N$8 000 to N$240 000 were based on how much it costs taxpayers in the US when visitors overstay or break the rules.”
Visa bonds based on N$272 000 deportation costsNew Era
US Embassy clarified visa bond requirements will not negatively affect Namibian students
“It says this will not negatively affect Namibian students planning to study in that country, as those travelling on the F or M visas are exempted from the visa bond requirement.”
US embassy clarifies student visa bondThe Namibian
US Embassy issued a health alert in August about widespread water and soil contamination
“The US embassy issued a health alert in August, raising concerns of "widespread contamination of water and soil" in the area.”
Chinese-linked mining firms sued over ‘ecological catastrophe' in ZambiaThe Namibian
US Embassy issued a health alert ordering immediate withdrawal of its personnel in Kitwe town and nearby areas
“On Wednesday, the US embassy issued a health alert, ordering the immediate withdrawal of its personnel in Kitwe town and nearby areas due to concerns of "widespread contamination of water and soil" linked to a February spill at the Sino-Metals mine.”
Zambia dismisses US health warning after toxic spill in copper mining areaThe Namibian
US Embassy launched Youth Sandbox initiative in Namibia nine months ago
“Up to 300 young people have benefited from the United States (US) embassy's Youth Sandbox initiative since it began operating in Namibia nine months ago.”
300 youth benefit from Youth Sandbox initiativeUS Ambassador John Giordano was denied entry to the National Fisheries Indaba in Walvis Bay on Friday because he had not been invited to the paid-for event and was not listed on the guest list. The denial was based on protocol rules preventing entry after the president had already been seated.
7 September 2026 · New Era →
US Ambassador John Giordano was denied entry to the National Fisheries Indaba in Walvis Bay on Friday because he had not been invited to the paid-for event and was not listed on the guest list. The denial was based on protocol rules preventing entry after the president had already been seated.
7 September 2026 · New Era →
Activist Michael Amushelelo launched a petition to have US Ambassador John Giordano declared persona non grata, citing concerns about American interest in Namibia's oil, gas, and critical minerals amid worries about foreign interference in the country's sovereignty and resources. The petition, which received over 500 signatures, will be forwarded to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Namibia's economic growth through investment and commercial partnerships, with senior US officials and business leaders meeting Namibian government representatives and industry stakeholders to discuss opportunities in mining, energy and investment.
5 August 2026 · Informanté →
US Ambassador John Giordano convened government officials and international energy executives at the US Embassy to advance integration of Namibia's energy, minerals and logistics systems into a scalable Southern African corridor. Giordano emphasized Namibia's potential as an oil and gas producer anchored by uranium production and robust infrastructure, while stressing the importance of regulatory clarity and alignment among governments, industry and capital for execution.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
US Ambassador John Giordano said the US wants to grow partnership with Namibia by focusing on investment and energy, particularly in offshore oil and gas, critical mineral exploration, and nuclear energy development. US financing institutions are expected to support projects for the southern African energy corridor, with Namibia's position as the world's third-largest uranium producer seen as a key asset for global energy security.
6 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The US Embassy in Namibia has cautioned Namibian travellers that overstaying their US visas can result in travel bans, visa ineligibility, criminal charges, and permanent damage to future travel prospects. The embassy stressed that compliance with the "admit until date" on the I-94 form is mandatory, and that intent does not excuse violations.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that while Namibia's 2025 exam results show improvement, systemic educational gaps persist because learners lack foundational skills. The author, a U.S. Fulbright Scholar at UNAM, contends that formative assessment embedded in teaching—combined with investment in early childhood education—is more effective than summative exams alone at closing achievement gaps.
13 March 2026 · New Era →
Iran attacked US and Israeli targets across the Middle East, including hitting the US embassy in Riyadh with drones that breached air defences, as regional tensions escalated following earlier strikes that killed Iran's supreme leader. The US warned citizens to evacuate the entire Middle East region, with conflicts expanding to Lebanon and threatening oil infrastructure in the Gulf.
4 March 2026 · New Era →
US Ambassador John Giordano held talks with Namibian officials on expanding the US–Namibia partnership in critical minerals, citing Namibia as a regional leader in sound mining policy and responsible governance. The discussions focused on bringing American technical expertise, innovation and investment to support job creation, industrial development and energy security in the mining sector.
12 February 2026 · Informanté →
The US Embassy in Namibia has introduced visa bonds ranging from N$8,000 to N$240,000 for B1/B2 (business/tourist) visa applicants as part of a global pilot programme, calculated based on the estimated cost of immigration enforcement and deportation (approximately N$272,223 per individual). The bonds are refundable if visa terms are met, and do not apply to existing visa holders or student visa applicants.
30 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The US embassy in Windhoek has clarified that while Namibia is among selected countries subject to new visa bond requirements effective 1 January 2026, students travelling on F or M visas and participants in US government-sponsored exchanges on J visas are exempt; the bond requirement applies only to B1/B2 business and tourism visa applicants, who must post US$15,000 or N$250,000, and is refundable if visa terms are met and the traveller departs on time.
12 January 2026 · New Era →