Namibia: Conservationist Slams Western Animal Rights Groups Over Ivory Trade

African wildlife will not be protected through Western conservation approaches but through the involvement of local communities, says conservationist Margaret Jacobsohn. Read more »

Namibia: Namibia's Blood Reserves Only Enough for One Day, Nambts Urges Donations

The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NamBTS) has confirmed a critical blood shortage, with the current supply only enough to last a day. Read more »

Africa: South Africa Coach Broos Shifts Focus to World Cup After Afcon Exit

South Africa coach Hugo Broos rejected suggestions his team had regressed after they exited the Africa Cup of Nations in the last 16 against Cameroon on Sunday, and turned his… Read more »

Namibia: Deputy Minister Ballotti Urges Namibians to Uphold Peace, Respect Sovereignty

Deputy minister of education, innovation, youth, sport, arts and culture Dino Ballotti has urged Namibians to continue advocating for peace, saying the country is fortunate to… Read more »

Namibia: Correctional Officer Takes Own Life At Omaruru Facility

A 32-year-old correctional officer took his life at the Omaruru Correctional Facility on Saturday afternoon, the police have confirmed. Read more »

Namibia: Corner Pub Serves Eighth Helping of Hope

Corner Pub and Grill on Saturday hosted orphans from the Children Life Change Centre at Okuryangava for its eighth annual family day. Read more »

Namibia: Company Apologises to Clients, Promises to Refund After Failed Angola Trip

Viago Booking, a company that recently took Namibians to Angola and left them stranded, has apologised to clients, saying all outstanding money will be refunded. Read more »

Namibia: Former Swapo and RDP Member Erasmus Hendjala Dies Aged 78

Former Swapo and Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP) member Erasmus Hendjala died aged 78 at an Ongwediva hospital on Friday, a family member has confirmed. Read more »

Namibia: AR Describes US Actions Against Venezuela As 'Heinous' and Violation of International Law

The Affirmative Repositioning (AR) has condemned what it describes as "illegal heinous acts" by the United States (US) against Venezuela, saying the actions not only violate the… Read more »

Namibia: Ondonga Traditional Authority Chairperson Condemns Shooting of Oshikoto Headmen

The chairperson of the Ondonga Traditional Authority, John Walenga, has condemned the shooting incident which led to the death of Onelago village headman Sam Nepando and left the… Read more »

Namibia: Keetmanshoop Elderly Receive Food Parcels From Municipality

The Keetmanshoop municipality handed over food parcels to the elderly at the southern town on Friday. Read more »

Namibia: SPYL Urges UN to Defend Venezuela's Sovereignty

The Swapo Party Youth League (SPYL) is urging the United Nations to take action to defend Venezuela's sovereignty. Read more »

Namibia: Shooting of Headmen an Attack On Traditional Authorities - Swapo MP

Swapo Party member of parliament (MP) Willem Amutenya has taken to social media to condemn the shooting of two headmen in the Oshikoto region on Friday. Read more »

Namibia: Oshana Village Resident in Hospital After Violent New Year Brawl At Ongwediva

A resident of a village in the Oshana region was hospitalised with serious head injuries on New Year's Day following a violent altercation involving a panga, bottles and stones at… Read more »

Namibia: Angolan Woman Dies in Ondangwa Road Accident

An Angolan national died on Friday evening after being hit by a pickup truck on the busy B1 road at Ondangwa. Read more »

Namibia: Canada Warns Tourists of Fraud and Crime Risks in Namibia

The Canadian government has warned its citizens travelling to Namibia to "exercise a high degree of caution," citing high levels of crime and frequent cases of financial fraud,… Read more »

Namibia: Ex-Boxing Champ Joshua Discharged From Hospital After Fatal Car Crash

Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital, state officials said Wednesday, after surviving a car accident in Nigeria that killed two… Read more »

Namibia: Two Words to Avoid When Making Your New Year's Resolutions

"New year, new you" messages are everywhere right now. Read more »

South Africa: Makhadzi Hospitalised After Car Crash En Route to Johannesburg

South African music star Makhadzi, whose real name is Ndivhudzannyi Ralivhona, was involved in a car accident while travelling from Limpopo to Johannesburg on Wednesday morning. Read more »

Algeria/Cameroon: Ivory Coast Top Afcon Group Ahead of Cameroon, Algeria Win Again

Reigning champions Ivory Coast pipped Cameroon to top spot in their group after Algeria maintained their perfect record as the first round of the Africa Cup of Nations concluded on… Read more »

Namibia: Cabinet Reshuffles Executive Directors Across Key Ministries

The Cabinet has approved a series of senior public service appointments and transfers involving executive directors and accounting officers across key government ministries,… Read more »

Namibia: Ed Reshuffles Weakening Stability in Ministries - LPM

Frequent leadership changes weaken stability in ministries. Read more »

Namibia: Tsumeb Urges Residents to Unblock Storm Water Drainage

The Tsumeb Municipality has warned residents about the illegal blocking of storm water drainage points. Read more »

Namibia: PayPal Coming to Namibia in 2026 - What It Means for Digital Payments, Fraud Risk and User Protection

The Bank of Namibia has indicated that Namibia is moving closer to full PayPal functionality, with broader access expected from 2026. Read more »

Namibia: Erongo Records Calm Weekend, With No Serious Crime

The Erongo region recorded no serious crime incidents over the long weekend, the police say. Read more »