Namibia: Coastal Mayors Pay Homage to Founding President Dr Sam Nujoma

Coastal leaders recently sent messages of condolences as the nation mourns the death of Founding President and Father of the Namibian nation, H.E. Dr. Sam Nujoma, who passed away… Read more »

Africa: Africa Faces Growing Food Crisis

Many low-income countries continue to experience declined food security, especially in Africa where about 61.6 million people are food insecure in East Africa, and nearly 50… Read more »

Namibia: IMF Advises Namibia to Prioritize Payment System Improvements Over Digital Currency

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Namibia to focus on improving its existing payment systems before considering the introduction of a retail central bank digital… Read more »

Namibia: Natis Pop-Up Centre Opens in Ruacana

The Roads Authority (RA) has announced the opening of a NaTIS pop-up centre in Ruacana. Read more »

Namibia: Simpler Visa System to Ease Process for International Tourists to Launch in March

The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHASS) last week announced the official launch of its new Visa-on-Arrival Application form and… Read more »

Namibia: Iata Seeks Nominations for Diversity and Inclusion Awards

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has opened nominations for its sixth annual Diversity and Inclusion Awards. Read more »

Namibia: Joachim Voigts' 'From the Heart - the Legacy of Jovo' Exhibition Opens At Swakop Fine Art Gallery

The artworks of the late Namibian visual artist, Joachim Voigts commonly known in the arts fraternity as JoVo, are currently on display at the Swakopmund Fine Art Gallery. Read more »

Namibia: Visa On Arrival System to Be Launched in March

Namibia is set to launch a new, more convenient Visa on Arrival (VOA) system for international travelers on 3 March, according to an announcement from Ally Karaerua, FENATA… Read more »

Namibia: Walvis Bay Waterfront and Marina On Hold Due to Inadequate Land

Namport Chief Executive, Andrew Kanime said plans to construct the Walvis Bay Waterfront and Marina have been put on hold because of the ongoing development of the new oil and gas… Read more »

Namibia: Walvis Bay School Girl Converts Backyard Into Sustainable Garden

Fifteen-year-old Walvis Bay learner, Martha Kayemba is the youngest recipient of the Walvis Bay Youth Climate Action Fund. The Grade 10 learner at Duinesig High School, has turned… Read more »

Namibia: Nation Mourns the Passing of Founding President Sam Nujoma

The Founding President, Dr Sam Nujoma, passed away on 8 February, at 95. The President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba confirmed the news in a statement released Sunday morning. Read more »

Namibia: A New Idea for an Old Concept in Namibia

The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) urged families and guardians of cancer patients who need palliative care, not to be fearful, when the term is used towards their family… Read more »

Namibia: Health Ministry in the Erongo Region Gets Boost From Rössing Uranium

The Ministry of Health and Social Services in the Erongo region this week received a significant boost of N$1.25 million from Rössing Uranium. Read more »

Namibia: Namibian Cricket Thriving, More Growth Expected for 2025

The Manager of Corporate Affairs at Cricket Namibia, Natalia Nauyoma said that there are several developmental programmes that will bring the game closer to the people, a process… Read more »

Namibia: An Eventful Start to 2025 At Home and Abroad

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Namibia: Hino 700 Truck Thrives As a Cattle Bus

The latest Hino 700 truck is excelling as a cattle transporter in several districts around Namibia. It was first launched in South Africa in 2023, and now has proven its worth in… Read more »

Namibia: German Cash Injection Helps Safeguard Kunene Communities Against Wildlife Conflict

Twenty three conservancies in the Kunene region received funding from the German Government through the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism to mitigate the impact of… Read more »

Namibia: Cabinet Approves Drought Recommendations, Allocates N$16.8 Million for Emergency Relief

The Cabinet has approved recommendations from the National Drought Platform on issues such as governance, beneficiaries, transport and logistics, funding, warehousing, urban water… Read more »

Namibia: Central Bank Takes Steps to Promote Green Finance

The Bank of Namibia took the first steps to integrating sustainability into the country's financial system by hosting a thought leadership event themed "Leveraging Innovation for… Read more »

Namibia: Tax Amnesty Programme Generates N$4.3 Billion

The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has announced that the tax amnesty programme, which was launched in April 2023, has generated N$4.3 billion in revenue, Commissioner Sam Shivute… Read more »

Namibia: Electricity Regulator to Host 9th Electricity Supply Industry Forum in Otjiwarongo

The Electricity Control Board (ECB) is set to host the 9th edition of the Namibia Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) Forum on 24 October in Otjiwarongo, Otjozondjupa region. Read more »

Namibia: Mootseng Appointed Acting Chief Executive of Commerce and Industry Chamber

The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI), this week announced the appointment of Helena Mootseng as acting Chief Executive effective 08 October. Read more »

Namibia: Aesthetics Centre Celebrates Namibia's First-Ever Hair Transplant

The Aesthetics Centre Olympia performed Namibia's first-ever hair transplant on 26 September, marking a groundbreaking milestone in local healthcare. Read more »

Namibia: Omaheke Community Gardens for Improved Nourishment of Learners

Old Mutual Namibia last week officially launched the Omaheke Gardens projects to address hunger among learners in Gobabis. Read more »

Namibia: FAO and Japanese Embassy Visit Agriculture Projects in Ohangwena to Support Resilience

A delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Embassy of Japan in Namibia, led by Ambassador Hisao Nishimaki, recently visited several… Read more »