Namibia: Mac Hengari's Fall From Power

Former agriculture minister Mac Hengari knew his days as one of the country's most powerful ministers were numbered after allegations of raping a teenager lingered on. Read more »

Namibia: NSX Trades Reach N$6.2 Billion in 2024

The total value traded on the Namibian Securities Exchange (NSX) was N$6.2 billion in 2024, a significant decrease from N$8.2 billion in 2023. Read more »

Namibia: Govt Allocates N$561 Million to Agri-Infrastructure

Namibia will allocate N$561 million towards agri-infrastructure initiatives in the 2025/2026 financial year as part of government efforts to reduce reliance on food imports and… Read more »

Namibia: Turning President Nandi-Ndaitwah's Vision Into Economic Reality

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's state of the nation address on Thursday set a bold and refreshing tone for Namibia's future. Read more »

Namibia: Anirep Acquires 45 Percent Stake in Cerim Lüderitz Wind Power Project

Alpha Namibia Industries Renewable Power Limited (Anirep) has announced the conclusion of a conditional binding offer to acquire a 45% equity stake in Cerim Lüderitz Energy… Read more »

Namibia: Namibia Clinch Barthés Trophy

Namibia reclaimed the Rugby Africa Under-20 Championship after a dominant 81-7 victory over Tunisia in Harare, Zimbabwe yesterday. Read more »

Namibia: Mental Health Foundation Initiated At Walvis Bay

Erongo governor Neville Andre says addressing social ills relating to mental health is a crucial step towards closer collaboration and stronger partnerships in building safer… Read more »

Namibia: Namibian Hockey Breaks New Ground

Namibian hockey reached new heights after both the men and women's u21 teams qualified for the Junior Hockey World Cup for the first time. Read more »

Namibia: Top Four Pull Away

The top four teams in the Namibia Rugby Premier League opened up a sizable gap on the rest of field after the fifth round of matches on Saturday. Read more »

Namibia: The Baobab Toilet of Katima Mulilo

Who cannot be awed by the king of trees, the mighty baobab? The hollow interiors of some of these majestic trees have been used for various purposes in the past. They have been… Read more »

Namibia: Let Cartoons Speak - Political Satire Is Not an Attack On Democracy

It was reported this week that Job Amupanda was considering laying a formal complaint with the media ombudsman over a political cartoon that portrayed him as "sleeping". Read more »

Namibia: Nandi-Ndaitwah Pledges Free Tertiary Education, but Critics Question Funding and Graduate Job Prospects

The decision by president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to fully subsidise tertiary education from next year has critics asking questions. Read more »

Namibia: President Nandi-Ndaitwah Officially Relieves Minister Hengari of His Duties

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has officially relieved newly-appointed minster of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform Mac Hengari of his duties following his arrest on… Read more »

Namibia: Culture On Display or Culture in Decay?

We are reminded by Marcus Garvey: "A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots." Read more »

Namibia: Kaaronda Calls Rape Accusations Against Hengari a Smear Campaign

Swanu of Namibia leader Evilastus Kaaronda says the public outcry for ethical and political accountability regarding 11 serious allegations warrants those involved stepping aside… Read more »

Namibia: President Calls for Police Surveillance of Okahandja After Killing of Three Girls

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndatwah says the Namibian Police are patrolling the streets of Okahandja following the killing of three girls at the town. Read more »

Namibia: Namibia's Sovereign Credit Rating Remains Positive

Namibia's sovereign credit rating has remained stable and positive, according to Moody's and Fitch ratings. Read more »

Namibia: Govt Calls for Vetting of Childminders Amid 'Appalling' Child Murders At Okahandja

The government has called for strict monitoring and thorough vetting processes for all individuals entrusted with the care of children. Read more »

Namibia: Hengari Resigns As Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries

Minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform Mac Hengari has resigned from his position. Read more »

Namibia: A New Namibia

Namibia must be a country where all Namibians from all walks of life have access to education, healthcare services, land, food, clean water, good roads, infrastructure and proper… Read more »

Namibia: Witnesses Claim Killed Girl's Mother 'Misled Police'

The mother of a nine-year-old girl allegedly murdered in Windhoek in January 2020 misled police officers by telling them her daughter was with the child's father in Zimbabwe. Read more »

Namibia: Archbishop Nashenda Calls for Prayer Amid Pope Francis' Death

The Catholic Church in Namibia is in mourning following Roman Catholic archbishop Liborius Nashenda announcing the death of Pope Francis. Read more »

Namibia: Namibia Will Produce First Oil Soonest - Nandi-Ndaitwah

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says her administration will focus on ensuring Namibia produces its first oil "within the shortest timeframe". Read more »

Namibia: NSFAF to Be Reintegrated Into Education Ministry By October

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced that the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) will be reintegrated into the education ministry by October. Read more »

Namibia: We Are Watching You - Itula to President

Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) president Panduleni Itula says the time of lofty ideals and empty promises is over. Read more »