January 08
Namibia: Osino Raises N$70m in Share Capital for Twin Hills
Canadian gold exploration and development company Osino Resources Corporation has raised C$5 million (about N$70 million) for the development of the Twin Hills gold project in… Read more »
Namibia: Banks to Face Uphill Battle to Repossess Homes
Minister of justice Yvonne Dausab is expected to operationalise a new law protecting homeowners against bank repossessions due to loan defaults. Read more »
Namibia: QSB Camp Successfully Concluded
The Quinton Steele Botes Athletics Coaching and Training Camp was successfully concluded for the 31st year at Windhoek's Independence Stadium on Saturday. Read more »
Namibia: Amphitheatre Dune Left 'Pristine' After New Year's Festival
The Amphitheatre dune near Swakopmund has been left in pristine condition after the recently concluded Camp Out Dune Fest '23, the festival's organisers say. The festival, which… Read more »
Namibia: Namibian Eagles Drawn in Tough Group
Namibia's Richelieu Eagles have been drawn in a tough group for the T20 World Cup which includes the defending champions England and the 2021 champions Australia. Read more »
January 07
Namibia: Remains of Child Found Inside Crocodile
The remains of a nine-year-old Namibian boy snatched by a crocodile on the Angolan side of the Okavango River on Friday morning were found on Sunday. Read more »
Namibia: Calls to Strip President of Power to Appoint Governors
Commentators and opposition politicians are calling for the scrapping of the law that gives the head of state the power to appoint regional governors. Read more »
January 05
Namibia: Nata Fishing Cleared - Vessels and Rights Restored
After more than a year of allegations of illegal fishing, human trafficking and financial setbacks, Nata Fishing Enterprises has been vindicated by the High Court of Namibia. Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire/Namibia: Cosafa Countries Gear Up for Afcon Finals in the Ivory Coast
Cosafa will have five representatives at the African Cup of Nations finals in Ivory Coast that get under way next week, with two former winners and much hope that they might claim… Read more »
Namibia: Sulphur Bloom Causes Marine Life Wash-Out Along Central Coast
The shores of Dolphin Beach and Long Beach near Walvis Bay were a hub of activity on Friday morning as hundreds of locals were seen gathering dead fish scattered across the sand. Read more »
Namibia: Want to Get Into Stargazing?
There are few things more peaceful and relaxing than a night under the stars. Read more »
January 04
Namibia: Walvis Rape and Murder Suspects Plead Guilty
The two men charged with the rape and murder of Walvis Bay resident Vernon Gavin (52) on 30 December pleaded guilty in the Walvis Bay Magistrate's Court on Tuesday. Read more »
January 02
Namibia: Analysts Critique Geingob's Proposed Old-Age Grant Increase
Analysts have questioned president Hage Geingob's remarks that he wants to raise the state's monthly old-age grant from N$1 400 to either N$2 000 or N$3 000, commenting that the… Read more »
Africa: Brics Expands With Five New Members
The Brics group of countries has expanded to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Read more »
December 29, 2023
Namibia: Govt Extends SIM Card Registration Deadline to March
The minister of information and communication technology, Peya Mushelenga, has announced the extension of the SIM card registration deadline to 31 March. Read more »
Namibia: Oshakati to Get Traffic Department
Oshakati mayor Leonard Hango says the Oshakati Town Council has made provision in its 2023/24 budget to establish a traffic department. Read more »
Namibia: Twelve Acid Tankers Derail Near Omaruru
Twelve acid tankers derailed near Omaruru on Wednesday, leading to a spill of hazardous substances. Read more »
December 28, 2023
Namibia: Bodies of Drowned Children Recovered At Henties Bay
The police in the Erongo region have confirmed that the bodies of two young girls who drowned at Henties Bay nearly two weeks ago have been found. Read more »
December 27, 2023
Namibia: Concerns Over Dorob Park New Year's Festival
The upcoming Camp Out Dune Fest '23, scheduled to be held at the Amphitheatre Dune on 31 December, has sparked a wave of concern among local business owners and tour operators. Read more »
December 26, 2023
Namibia: Namibia's Economy Expands By 7 Percent
Namibia managed year-on-year growth of 7,2% in the third quarter of 2023, mainly thanks to its well-performing mining and agriculture sectors. Read more »
Namibia: Oshakati Gets 18 Babies for Christmas
Oshakati Intermediate Hospital has recorded a total of 18 babies born on Christmas Day. Read more »
Namibia: Reviewing and Projecting Namibia's International Engagements
Esteemed citizens and valued partners, I am deeply honoured and pleased to reflect upon the significant strides we have taken together in the realm of international relations and… Read more »
Namibia: Geingob Reduces Global Trips By 44 Percent and Qualifies for N$700k in S&Ts
President Hage Geingob has reduced his international trips from 74 days last year to 41 days this year - reducing his potential subsistence and travel (S&Ts) allowance to… Read more »
December 23, 2023
Namibia: Katima Residents Left Homeless for Christmas
Residents of Nova compound at Katima Mulilo need to look for shelter amid Christmas preparations after heavy storms destroyed their homes on Wednesday evening. Read more »
Namibia: 2023, the Year That Was in Namibia
This year was ... a lot. It had its ups and downs, but in true Namibian fashion, overall fun was had. From international acts touching down in Namibia, to citizens having a… Read more »