April 04
Southern Africa: Namibia Making Strides in Global Environment Agreements
Namibian
Namibia has finalised efforts to participate in the Africa Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative (AFRO 100), which aims to restore 100 million ha of land in Africa by 2030. Read more »
April 03
Namibia: Fuel Prices Go Up
Namibia Economist
The price of petrol increased by N$1.52 per litre, while both diesel grades will increase by 72 cents per litre, effective Wednesday, the Ministry of Mines and Energy announced. Read more »
Namibia: Dams Running Dry... As Gobabis Turns to Water Rationing
New Era
Taps have run dry in Omaheke's regional capital Gobabis, pushing the municipality into dusk-to-dawn water rationing to balance demands. Read more »
April 02
Namibia: Transnamib's Secretive CEO Recruitment Worries Union
New Era
Cash-strapped rail operator TransNamib has spent the last year looking to replace CEO Johny Smith, who left in mid-2023 after turning down a lucrative fresh five-year contract. Read more »
Namibia: Over 1900 Pensioners Registered for the Debt Relief Programme
Namibia Economist
The City of Windhoek's newly launched debt relief programme has already made a significant impact drawing over 1900 pensioners, effectively wiping out a staggering total of N$524… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Implements Visas On Arrival... Aims to Boost Tourism Access
New Era
Namibia has taken a significant step to boost its tourism industry by announcing the implementation of visas on arrival at five key border posts across the country. Read more »
Namibia: Eagles Off to Winning Start in Oman
Namibian
The Namibia Richelieu Eagles got their Oman tour off to a winning start when they beat Oman by four wickets in their first T20 international match at Al Amarat on Monday. Read more »
April 01
Namibia: When Colonial Germany Committed Genocide in Namibia
DW
Between 1904 and 1908, Germany's colonial forces reacted to a rebellion by Ovaherero and Nama people in Namibia with brutal violence and prison camps. The trauma and political… Read more »
Namibia: Environment Ministry Records 28 Rhinos Poached This Year
Namibian
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has recorded 28 rhinos poached in Namibia from January to date. Read more »
Namibia: Neka Elects New Leadership
Namibian
Following an intense elective congress over the weekend at Otjiwarongo, the Namibia Exile Kids Association (Neka) has elected new leadership in defiance of Swapo's advice to halt… Read more »
Namibia: Omusati Take It Home
Namibian
Omusati took the coveted Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup home after a protracted final on Monday that was eventually decided on a penalty shoot-out. They defeated a spirited Kavango… Read more »
March 31
Namibia: Mbumba Sends Condolences to Botswana After Death of 45 Nationals
Namibian
President Nangolo Mbumba has conveyed a message of condolences to the president of Botswana, Mokgweetsi Masisi, following the death of 45 Batswana in a bus accident in South… Read more »
March 29
Namibia: Climate Change Puts Food Production At Risk
Namibian
THE Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform (MAWLR) has put several measures in place to ensure the resilience and sustainability of food production in the country as… Read more »
Namibia: Farming With the Environment in Mind
Namibian
Rundu-born Magdalena José has nurtured the love for nature since her childhood. Her fascination with the natural world has shaped her journey into agriculture. Read more »
Namibia: Community Gardens Contributing to Food Security
Namibian
In an effort to contribute to national food security and improved nutrition, many Namibians are taking up small-scale gardening projects. Read more »
Namibia: Technological Evolution in Farming
Namibian
The ministry of agriculture has stepped up its campaign to encourage the use of technology in agriculture across the country, in an effort to transform farming methods in the face… Read more »
Namibia: Grim Rainfall Outlook for 2024 Season
Namibian
As concerns about drought grip the nation, the Namibia Meteorological Service has issued an alarming assessment of the anticipated rainfall patterns for the upcoming year. Read more »
March 28
Namibia: Namibia Launches Visa On Arrival At Several Border Posts
Namibian
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security on Monday officially launched visas on arrival at the Oshikango, Mohembo, Oranjemund, Ariamsvlei, and Noordoewer… Read more »
Namibia: Judgement On Withdrawal of UPM Parliamentarians in April
Namibian
Two former members of parliament of the United People's Movement (UPM) will hear in three weeks' time if they have succeeded with legal action to have their withdrawal from the… Read more »
Namibia: Namcor Suspends Executive Amid Internal Investigation
Namibia Economist
The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) has announced the immediate suspension of its Executive: Information Technology, Bonifatius Konjore, as part of an ongoing… Read more »
Namibia: Mbumba Urges Police to Ensure Crime-Free Easter
Namibian
President Nangolo Mbumba has called on law enforcement agencies to intensify efforts to ensure a crime-free Easter weekend. Read more »
Namibia: Swapo Denies Headquarters Construction Challenges
Namibian
Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa on Thursday said the construction of the party's national headquarters is nearing completion. Read more »
Namibia: Financial Planning for Namibia's Millennials [opinion]
Namibia Economist
Financial freedom. It's a term that conjures up images of early retirement, dream vacations, and unshakeable security. But for Namibia's millennial generation, this dream can often… Read more »
Namibia: Oshikoto's Education Directorate Still Stuck in Oshana
New Era
The Oshikoto region education directorate continues operating from offices in Ondangwa in the Oshana region, despite concerns over the associated costs. Read more »
Namibia: Gipf Members Contribute N$4.7bn
New Era
The Government Institutions Pension Fund has raked in N$4.7 billion in contributions from its members during the 2023 financial year. Read more »