Also known as: Zambezi · Eastern Zambezi · Caprivi region · the Caprivi Strip · Zambezi border
A joint surgical campaign involving teams from Windhoek Central Hospital, Northern Vision Centre, and international volunteers from Germany and the United States is treating 500 patients with cataract operations across Kavango East and Zambezi regions, with operations running through Friday to restore sight to hundreds.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
A joint surgical campaign involving teams from Windhoek Central Hospital, Northern Vision Centre, and international volunteers from Germany and the United States is treating 500 patients with cataract operations across Kavango East and Zambezi regions, with operations running through Friday to restore sight to hundreds.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Ministry of Agriculture has begun moving salvageable crops from flood-affected farmers in Zambezi region to higher ground, having already helped 14 farmers relocate their harvests across multiple areas and deployed 10 tractors. The ministry, which is also providing water tanks and sanitation facilities to relocation centres, plans to continue the operation until 17 April and will then review next steps.
13 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The agriculture ministry has deployed 10 tractors to help farmers in eight Zambezi region villages move harvested crops from flooded fields to higher ground. So far, 14 farmers have been assisted in relocating 57.5 tonnes of crops to safety, with the intervention continuing until mid-April 2026.
12 April 2026 · New Era →
Lucky Mumbela, known as Yoh Boi, is an independent musician from Katima in the Zambezi region who blends Afro music and Amapiano with local languages, drawing inspiration from his community and culture. Though he faces financial challenges in producing music videos, he earns income through local performances and distributes his music via digital platforms.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
The Zambezi region experienced an unusually calm Easter weekend with few serious incidents reported, according to Commissioner Andreas Shilelo. Although flooding continues in parts of the region with displaced learners still being accommodated at temporary compounds, police have not recorded any deaths or major flood-related incidents, though the commissioner flagged deteriorating road conditions around Kongola as a safety concern.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
The Erongo Widows' Association has called for a government social grant for widows, particularly young widows and those caring for children alone. Traditional leaders are divided: some argue the government has too many responsibilities and question whether all widows are vulnerable, while others support the grant as a means to improve child welfare and support primary breadwinners.
10 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Popular Democratic Movement warns that seasonal floods in the Zambezi region have left affected communities destitute, displacing over 2,074 people and destroying homes, livestock, and crops. The party calls for intensified government relief efforts to provide food, clean water, shelter, and medical supplies, citing risks to food security, waterborne disease outbreaks, and human-wildlife conflict.
9 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Farmers around Lake Liambezi are rushing to harvest maize, sorghum and other crops weeks early as floodwaters advance from Angola through the Zambezi Region. The premature harvesting follows earlier locust damage, and officials warn more severe flooding is expected in coming weeks, with water levels potentially rising above seven metres and affecting multiple constituencies including Kabbe South, Sibbinda and Katima Rural.
9 April 2026 · New Era →
Seasonal flooding has disrupted the Ministry of Agriculture's spraying campaign against a locust outbreak in the Zambezi region that has threatened crop fields and livelihoods since January. By early March, the ministry had sprayed 7,124 hectares of an identified 32,896 hectares using ground teams and drones before floods brought operations to a halt.
9 April 2026 · New Era →
Three flood-affected schools in Kabbe North and Kabbe South have relocated approximately 528 learners to higher ground in Luhonono and Lusese, with classes resuming on Tuesday. The Ministry of Works and Transport assisted with the relocation using larger and smaller boats, and learners will be accommodated in hostels, community facilities, and temporary classroom tents while the region deploys floating bridges to restore access to isolated communities.
9 April 2026 · New Era →