June 05
Namibia: Tourism Ministry Digs in On New Visa Regime
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism says it believes the visa regime for citizens from countries that do not grant visa-free entry to Namibians will have minimal… Read more »
Namibia/Liberia: Warriors Take Aim At Liberia
The Brave Warriors take on Liberia in a Fifa World Cup qualifier today in the unaccustomed position of top of the log and in with a growing chance of qualifying for the 2026 Fifa… Read more »
Namibia: 'ANC Proposes Formation of Government of National Unity'
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the African National Congress (ANC) has recommended the formation of a government of national unity. Read more »
Namibia: Father Commends Public Hospital After Daughter's Successful Tonsil Surgery
An Oshakati-based father, Tuhafeni Hangula, has commended the Oshakati Intermediate Hospital and doctor Lavinia Johannes, who he described as caring and professional, after his… Read more »
Namibia: Steinhoff and Access to Information - - What's At Stake?
Do Steinhoff's private interests trump the public interest in knowing exactly what happened in South Africa's biggest corporate fraud? That's the question at the heart of our case… Read more »
Namibia: Ann Singer Joins Real Estate Industry
Multiple award-winning musician and songwriter Ann Singer recently entered the industry of selling houses. Read more »
Namibia: No to Stigma Around Menstruation
Following the commemoration of World Menstrual Hygiene Day recently, the K'Negongo Foundation has called for menstruation to be celebrated, understood and supported. Read more »
Namibia: Five Fitness Habits Doing More Harm Than Good - Weight Loss Coach
You're on a strict diet and working out every day but you're just not getting the results you want. A weight loss fitness coach reveals five fitness mistakes that do more harm than… Read more »
Namibia: The Basics - Drought Planning
The agricultural sector is fundamental to the sustenance of livelihoods in Namibia, however, it faces several challenges associated with climate change. Read more »
Namibia: Tsumeb to Get Biomass Power Station
Namibia's power utility, NamPower, will soon construct a biomass power station near Tsumeb in the Oshikoto region. Read more »
Namibia: Thabo Bester Asks Court to Consider Death Penalty and Release Co-Accused in His 'Alleged Escape'
Convicted murderer and rapist, Thabo Bester, on Wednesday asked the court to consider imposing a death sentence on him and release his co-accused. Read more »
June 04
South Africa: Shell SA Ponders Next Move After Dismissal of Oil Exploration Appeal
Shell South Africa is considering its next moves regarding continued investment in offshore exploration for oil after the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) yesterday dismissed its… Read more »
Namibia: Stop Wasting Salaries On iPhones and Buy Houses - Shikongo Tells Officers
Namibian Police inspector general Joseph Shikongo says some police officers complain that they earn too little, but then go gambling before even buying groceries for their homes. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Urged to Reconsider Visa Regime
The Southern African Development Community Business Council Tourism Alliance has encouraged Namibia to reconsider a proposed restrictive visa regime. Read more »
Namibia: Central Bank On Financial Inclusion in Rural Areas
The governor of the Bank of Namibia (BoN), Johannes !Gawaxab, delivered a public lecture at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) at Eenhana in the Ohangwena… Read more »
Namibia: Former RCC Chief Executive Convicted, Faces Sentencing
Former Roads Contractor Company (RCC) chief executive Kelly Nghixulifwa has to return to the Windhoek High Court for a presentence hearing today, after being found guilty on four… Read more »
Namibia: Justice Ministry Increases Access to Legal Aid
The Ministry of Justice has announced significant amendments to legal aid regulations under the Legal Aid Act, 1990 (Act No. 29 of 1990). Read more »
June 03
Namibia: Former RCC Chief Executive Guilty On Four Charges
Former Roads Contractor Company (RCC) chief executive Kelly Nghixulifwa has been found guilty on four charges after a long-running trial in the Windhoek High Court. Read more »
June 02
Namibia: Presidency to Respond to Venaani's Questions On August 26 Audit Report
Presidential spokesperson Alfredo Hengari says president Nangolo Mbumba will respond to queries raised by Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader McHenry Venaani about the… Read more »
Namibia: 85 Unclaimed Bodies in Northern Mortuaries
Eighty-five unclaimed bodies are lying in state mortuaries in the Ohangwena, Oshana and Oshikoto regions. Read more »
Namibia: Govt's Plan to Borrow N$12,8b Questioned
The government's plan to raise N$12,8 billion domestically to cover its budget shortfall and repay existing debts has raised concern about a potential crowding out of private… Read more »
May 31
Namibia: Govt to Build 512 Classrooms
Executive director of education, arts and culture Sanet Steenkamp on Wednesday announced that the ministry would build 512 new classrooms across the country. Read more »
Namibia: Tourism Frontline Workers Get Training
The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) is conducting a two-day training workshop at Walvis Bay for frontline workers in the tourism industry to improve customer service standards. Read more »
Namibia: Agribank Introduces New Insurance Product
Clients of the Agricultural Bank of Namibia (Agribank) will start enjoying insurance benefits as the institution introduces a new credit life insurance product. Read more »
May 29
Namibia: Declaring Genocide Remembrance Holiday an Election Ploy - Opposition
... Nama, Herero leaders reject date Read more »