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Vision 2030

Also known as: Vision 2030 Namibia · what was known as Vision 2030

2019-09-232026-09-06

In coverage

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  1. July 2026
  2. Windhoek Observer

    The RFA plans to undertake research into long-term fundraising strategies, align its funding model with the Integrated Strategic Business Plan 2024-2029, the Sixth National Development Plan and Vision 2030, and work with the Namibia University of Science and Technology to develop

    Road safety gains threatened by N$2.3 billion funding gap
  3. Informanté

    He pointed to policy frameworks such as Vision 2030, the Green Industrialisation Blueprint and the Namibia Green Hydrogen and Derivatives Strategy, all of which identify green hydrogen as a key driver of economic transformation, industrial diversification, energy security, job cr

    Namibia launches GEF-UNIDO initiative to unlock climate funding
  4. The Namibian

    They contribute to the achievement of Vision 2030, the objectives of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6), the National Road Safety Strategy, the African Union Road Safety Action Plan, and the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021–2030.

    !Garab calls for united action to tackle Namibia’s road safety crisis
  5. Windhoek Observer

    Vision 2030 speaks of creating a prosperous and industrialised Namibia. The Sixth National Development Plan seeks higher productivity and economic transformation.

    TURNING POINT | Namibia must stop waiting. Digital Trade will not wait for us.
  6. Windhoek Observer

    The plant will provide a climate-resilient source of water, serving as a cornerstone of Namibia’s long-term sustainability agenda and directly supporting development objectives under Vision 2030, the Harambee Prosperity Plans, and NDP6.

    OBSERVER COASTAL | Namibia launches N$2.1b desalination project to secure water future
  7. June 2026
  8. Windhoek Observer

    Nujoma noted that Namibia’s development frameworks, including Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals, require consistent data collection and analysis.

    Statistics meeting highlights need for coordination
  9. Informanté

    Photos: Vice President of Namibia (Facebook) She said investing in children remains one of the most important investments Namibia can make, particularly as the country advances its development goals under Vision 2030 and the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6).

    Namibia launches school sports programme to promote youth development
  10. Windhoek Observer

    The address, themed “Advancing the Erongo Region Towards the Realisation of Vision 2030,” echoed the national vision while highlighting regional achievements and shortcomings.

    OBSERVER COASTAL | Erongo SORA decries 33.7% education pass rate and rising road fatalities
  11. Informanté

    He made these remarks at the Climate Investment Fund Industry Decarbonisation Programme’s Strategic Transformation Investment Plan Stakeholder Engagement Session in Lüderitz. “Stakeholder engagement promotes inclusivity, alignment with Vision 2030 and NDP6, and the embedding of l

    //Kharas governor calls for community input in green hydrogen value chain
  12. May 2026
  13. The Namibian

    She commended the Okongo Village Council and festival organisers for promoting entrepreneurship, tourism and cultural preservation, saying the event aligns with Vision 2030 and the objectives of the sixth National Development Plan.

    Development must preserve culture, says Nandi-Ndaitwah

Yesterday

  1. New five-year employment permit launched for business investors

    The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has launched a new employment permit valid for up to five years, effective immediately, to make Namibia more attractive to investors and improve the investment climate by reducing administrative barriers.

    13 hours ago · Informanté

Friday 4 September

  1. Minister calls for urgent action to protect fish stocks

    Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has highlighted the importance of maintaining the health of the fishing sector, noting that while some fish stocks remain healthy, others are under significant pressure and require immediate attention. She emphasised that protecting the country's marine resources is essential to ensuring a prosperous fishing industry in the future.

    4 September 2026 · Informanté

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Prime Minister addresses Junior National Council on water and development

    Prime Minister Tjitunga Ngurare delivered a keynote address to the 4th Junior National Council, urging young members from Namibia's fourteen regions to champion water, sanitation, and national development as participants in parliamentary democracy.

    1 September 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 28 August

  1. Namibia must move beyond industrialisation rhetoric to action

    An analysis argues that despite decades of political talk about beneficiation, value addition, and manufacturing, Namibia remains dependent on primary commodities and has failed to assemble scattered industrial activity into a coherent industrial economy, requiring instead a reimagined industrial policy linking resources, finance, energy, trade, procurement, skills and markets.

    28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Thursday 27 August

  1. Opinion: Democracy's failure lies with leadership, not system

    An opinion piece argues that Namibia's persistent economic and social problems—unresolved land questions, debt, unemployment, and poverty—stem not from democracy itself but from those entrusted to implement it. The author contends that a growing narrative blaming democracy and the Constitution is a misdiagnosis of the deeper structural problem.

    27 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer

  2. National Steering Committee on informal economy established

    The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy has launched the National Steering Committee on the Informal Economy to provide advice on policies and strategies and coordinate government interventions in formalizing the informal economy. The committee, composed of representatives from various ministries, the central bank, and sector associations, aims to improve access to markets, finance, infrastructure, and services while fostering linkages between informal enterprises and larger industries.

    27 August 2026 · Informanté

Monday 24 August

  1. Ondangwa-Oshikango rail idle for over two years, TransNamib says

    The 57km Ondangwa-Oshikango railway line, which cost N$329 million to construct, has not operated a TransNamib train since July 2012. TransNamib attributes the suspension to reduced trade activity since the Covid-19 pandemic but says the infrastructure remains in good condition and the service has not been discontinued.

    24 August 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 23 August

  1. 1,872 applications highlight need to expand Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for expansion of the Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre after 1,872 businesses applied for exhibition space but only 485 could be accommodated at the 25th Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair.

    23 August 2026 · Informanté

Friday 21 August

  1. National Steering Committee on Informal Economy inaugurated

    Minister Modestus Amutse officially inaugurated the National Steering Committee on the Informal Economy in Windhoek on Friday, a 35-member body chaired by Diina Nashidengo. According to the minister, 58% of the workforce is employed in the informal sector, with 59% in rural areas.

    21 August 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 15 August

  1. Namibia launches digital learning platform for rural youth

    The Namibia Learning Passport, launched by the ministry of education in partnership with UNICEF, provides digital and offline access to learning materials for young people in rural and underserved communities to develop skills relevant to education, employment and entrepreneurship.

    15 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Friday 14 August

  1. VP Witbooi launches REALTEST green hydrogen research project

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi officially launched the REALTEST Green Hydrogen Research Project, describing it as signaling Namibia's determination to build an economy founded on science, innovation, and technological excellence. The initiative involves partnerships with the German government, SASSCAL, the University of Namibia, and other implementing partners.

    14 August 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Namibia must industrialise through green hydrogen, Witbooi says

    Vice President Lucia Witbooi said Namibia must build scientific and technological capabilities to own and drive its green hydrogen economy, rather than simply export the resource. She argued that true industrialisation requires developing citizens as scientists, engineers, and innovators capable of competing globally, not just exporting green molecules.

    11 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Friday 7 August

  1. Namibia's youth unemployment rooted in readiness gap, not credentials

    Nearly a quarter of Namibians aged 18–35 hold post-secondary qualifications yet only 18% are in full-time employment, according to Afrobarometer data cited in the article. The author argues the real problem is a "readiness gap"—the distance between what curricula certify and what workplaces actually demand—rather than a lack of training or qualifications.

    7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Ohangwena opens investor call for regional development proposals

    Ohangwena Regional Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa announced an invitation for entrepreneurs, investors and businesses to submit project proposals aligned with the Ohangwena Regional Investment Map and Action Plan 2025–2030, which identifies opportunities in agriculture, agro-processing, manufacturing, creative economy, health, tourism, hospitality, water, energy, logistics and housing. The expression of interest process will run from 11 August to 23 September.

    5 August 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 30 July

  1. Saudi Arabia weighs response strategy amid Gulf escalation

    Saudi Arabia, after months of attempting neutrality in the US-Iran conflict, has begun striking Iranian proxy militias in Iraq following attacks it attributes to those groups. The Kingdom now faces a choice between continued deterrent strikes or de-escalation efforts.

    30 July 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Navachab Gold Mine increases half marathon sponsorship to N$1.5m

    QKR Namibia Navachab Gold Mine has increased its sponsorship of the Navachab Half Marathon to N$1.5 million for the event's 12th edition, with prize money allocation rising from N$345,000 in 2025 to N$530,000 this year. The mine aims to develop the race into an international competition featuring athletes from Tanzania, Kenya, Botswana and South Africa.

    29 July 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Government launches implementation of National Work-Integrated Learning Policy

    Namibia has begun implementing its National Work-Integrated Learning Policy to bridge the gap between classroom learning and workplace skills, aiming to improve graduate employability. The implementation phase was launched during a two-day national working session in Okahandja, bringing together education institutions, employers, and state agencies to establish coordination mechanisms and monitoring systems for 2026/27.

    29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Namibia calls on donors to support agri-food sector transformation

    The government has urged development partners to align financial and technical support with the country's Strategy for the Transformation of the Agri-food Sector, emphasising that implementation delays could undermine food security and job creation goals. Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani stated the country is entering a critical implementation phase requiring coordinated investment and that transformation cannot be achieved by government alone.

    28 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Saturday 25 July

  1. President urges cultural preservation and unity at Masubia festival

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called on Namibians to preserve their cultural heritage while promoting national unity and economic development at the Masubia Cultural Festival in Bukalo, Zambezi Region. She welcomed attendance from traditional leaders across Namibia and delegations from Botswana and Zambia, emphasising that cultural festivals play an important role in preserving traditions and strengthening understanding among diverse communities.

    25 July 2026 · Informanté

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Christine //Hoëbes appointed High Commissioner to Malaysia

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has commissioned former Cabinet minister Christine //Hoëbes as Namibia's High Commissioner-Designate to Malaysia. The President urged her to strengthen bilateral ties and drive economic diplomacy that delivers tangible benefits for Namibians.

    15 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

  2. President commissions Christine //Hoebes as High Commissioner to Malaysia

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has commissioned Christine //Hoebes as Namibia's High Commissioner-designate to Malaysia, tasking her with strengthening bilateral relations, promoting economic diplomacy and advancing Namibia's development priorities. The President highlighted opportunities for further cooperation in renewable energy, oil and gas services, logistics, ports development, green industrialisation and tourism.

    15 July 2026 · Informanté

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Hoebes commissioned to strengthen Namibia-Malaysia economic ties

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah commissioned Christine ||Hoebes as Namibia's high commissioner-designate to Malaysia, tasking her with advancing economic diplomacy, attracting investment, and expanding market access for Namibian products. The president emphasised opportunities in renewable energy, oil and gas services, logistics, and digital transformation, noting Malaysia as a key trading partner in Asia.

    14 July 2026 · The Namibian

  2. President appoints Hoëbes as High Commissioner to Malaysia

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has commissioned Christine //Hoëbes as Namibia's new High Commissioner to Malaysia. The appointment directs //Hoëbes to strengthen economic ties, promote trade, and advance Namibia's development agenda, particularly in renewable energy, oil and gas services, and digital transformation.

    14 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

  3. Omaheke launches five-year child nutrition programme with HeadStartKids

    Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate announced a partnership with HeadStartKids Namibia to develop a five-year climate resilient child nutrition and essential services initiative aimed at reducing child malnutrition. The programme includes fortified meals, micronutrient supplementation, growth monitoring, deworming, solar clinics, and capacity building for children aged six to 60 months.

    14 July 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 13 July

  1. China commits to backing Namibia's seven development priorities

    During a State visit to Beijing, President Nandi-Ndaitwah and President Xi Jinping elevated bilateral relations and committed to cooperation through technology transfer, technical collaboration and project partnerships across trade, education, health, vocational training and other sectors, with China pledging to encourage Chinese investment and support industrialisation, agricultural modernisation and Vision 2030.

    13 July 2026 · New Era

Sunday 12 July

  1. Power cuts disrupt evening study at secondary schools

    Frequent electricity outages at government secondary schools in rural and peri-urban areas disrupt evening study sessions for Grade 10 and 12 pupils, affecting academic performance, creating security concerns, and hampering meal preparation at boarding schools.

    12 July 2026 · The Namibian

Saturday 11 July

  1. Namibia and China elevate bilateral ties to shared future partnership

    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

Friday 10 July

  1. Namibia and China agree on minerals, energy, trade cooperation

    Following President Nandi-Ndaitwah's state visit to Beijing, Namibia and China issued a joint statement committing to expanded cooperation in critical minerals including uranium, lithium and rare earth elements, with focus on local processing and value addition rather than raw material exports. The agreement also covers oil and gas, renewable energy, agriculture, infrastructure, technology transfer and skills development to support Namibia's industrialisation and economic growth.

    10 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

  2. NTA invests N$1.1 million in seven secondary schools

    The Namibia Training Authority has invested N$1.1 million across seven secondary schools to strengthen pre-vocational subject teaching and prepare learners with practical skills for the labour market. Each school received N$150,000 for equipment procurement and enhanced teaching and learning delivery.

    10 July 2026 · New Era

  3. Namibia prioritises women, youth in green hydrogen economy

    The government and international partners, launching the GEF-UNIDO Namibia Child Project, emphasised that Namibia's green hydrogen transition must create opportunities for women, young people and local communities. The project aims to strengthen the country's policy framework, institutional capacity, technical readiness and environmental safeguards as it positions itself as a green hydrogen producer.

    10 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

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