June 27
Namibia: Men Urged Not to Fear Rectal Examinations
The tricky thing about men is to tell them it's time to have their prostate tested because the media has put so much emphasis on that test, which is seen as invasive, while it is… Read more »
Namibia: Teaming Up to Tackle Mental Health ... Central Hospital to Get Facelift
The Diamond Association of Namibia (Diaman) donated to the Windhoek Central Hospital for the renovation and modernisation of its mental health unit, and to address critical needs… Read more »
June 26
Namibia: Village Gripped By Hunger
The residents of Onamhinda village on the outskirts of Helao Nafidi town near Oshikango Border Post are struggling to feed themselves as a result of the prolonged drought and a… Read more »
Namibia: Landmark Judgement Relieves Queer Community
The recent judgement to decriminalise gay sex has provided a brief reprieve for Namibia's queer community, still reeling from political and societal attempts to criminalise their… Read more »
Namibia: Over 36 000 Register to Vote in Otjozondjupa
The voter registration activities in the Otjozondjupa region by the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) have progressed well in all seven constituencies since the exercise began… Read more »
Namibia: Warriors Squad Headed to Cosafa ... As Benjamin Confirms List
A youthful 23-man Brave Warriors squad is set to compete in the 23rd edition of the Cosafa Cup, scheduled from 26 June to 7 July. Read more »
June 24
Namibia: Gay Sex Legalised ...As Queer Namibians Win Right to Love Freely
Three judges of the High Court of Namibia in Windhoek on Friday ruled that the laws criminalising sexual acts between two consenting male adults are against the spirit of the… Read more »
June 21
Namibia: Former Mayor Succours Jericho's Return
"Music is Jericho and Jericho is hip-hop. It's like he never left," says his sister and manager Sade Gawanas. Read more »
Namibia: VP Recognised for Environmental Contribution
Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was awarded the 'thought leadership' at the Namibia Sustainable Development Awards on Wednesday evening. Read more »
Namibia: Hungry, Homeless, Out in the Cold... Mariental Residents Find Refuge On Dumpsite
The adage that "one man's trash is another's treasure", sadly, is true for several destitute Mariental residents who have found refuge at a dumpsite, where others discard rubbish. Read more »
June 18
Namibia: Tanzanian Busted With N$800 000 Cannabis
A 26-year-old Tanzanian national was expected to appear in the Keetmanshoop Magistrate's Court yesterday after he was reportedly found in possession of cannabis worth over N$800… Read more »
Namibia: Over 9,000 Teenage Pregnancies Since 2020
Gender equality minister Doreen Sioka has called on all stakeholders to join hands in addressing teenage pregnancy, following the alarming statistics. Read more »
June 17
Namibia: MPs Express Dissatisfaction With Fima Regulations
Heated debates continue in the National Assembly regarding the Financial Institutions and Markets Act (FIMA) (Act No. 2 of 2021, which was gazetted on 30 September 2021 to replace… Read more »
Namibia: Khomas Sent Back Over Schoolboy Errors - We Were Not Consulted - Residents
The fifth Boundaries Delimitation and Demarcation Commission has dismissed the Khomas regional boundaries' delimitation and demarcation report, citing poor constituency… Read more »
June 14
Namibia: Combating Content Piracy Together
Partners Against Piracy (PAP)- a Pan-African initiative aimed at combating content piracy, one of the creative sector's most pressing challenge, was launched in Windhoek earlier… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia's Green Goal Is Flourishing - Mnyupe Clarifies Structural Development Issues
NAMIBIA has been making progress in the green hydrogen sector, as government intends turning the country into a global hub for green energy production and exports. Read more »
Namibia: Appreciate Independence, Sinimbo Tells Namibians
Trade deputy minister Verna Sinimbo has urged citizens to place high value on Namibia's hard-earned independence, and its subsequent benefits. Read more »
Namibia: Oshakati Politicians Halt Taxi Registration
An attempt to crack down on illegal taxis in Oshakati was halted after the town council decided to cancel registration of taxis in accordance with the Local Authorities Act and the… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia-China Relations Hold Great Potential - Zhao
China's ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, believes there is great potential for the development of relations between China and Namibia. Read more »
June 13
Namibia: Namibian First Ladies Call for New HIV Medicine
NAMIBIAN first lady Sustjie Mbumba and former first lady Monica Geingos are among 300 world leaders, celebrities, scientists and activists who are calling for pharmaceutical… Read more »
Namibia: Two Clinics Serve Over 8 000 Residents
Despite the access to and availability of quality healthcare for most Namibians having increased steadily since independence, facilities remain inaccessible to those in poor rural… Read more »
June 11
Namibia: Warriors to Wait for New Cosafa Date... As Team Returns From World Cup Qualifiers
The Brave Warriors are looking forward to the rescheduled Cosafa Cup, aiming to build on their recent performances and continue their team development and rebuilding process. Read more »
June 10
Namibia: New Era Loses Defamation Suit
The Windhoek High Court has ordered New Era Publication Corporation and its daily publication, New Era, to publish a retraction and apology, and pay N$50 000 to Namibian Police… Read more »
June 04
Namibia: Cabinet Endorses Minimum Wage
Cabinet has endorsed the labour, industrial relations and employment-creation's decision to issue a wage order to introduce the National Minimum Wage (NMW), effective January 2025. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Threatens to Withdraw Cites Membership
Environment and tourism minister Pohamba Shifeta has come out strongly against CITES' decision to ban ivory from being sold on international markets. Read more »