Namibia: Swartbooi Wants Petroleum Products Upstream Unit Converted Into Monitoring and Evaluation Unit

Landless People's Movement leader Bernadus Swartbooi has proposed that instead of putting the petroleum products upstream unit under the president's office it should be transformed… Read more »

Namibia: Namibia Mining Sector Accused of Using Subcontractors to Cut Wages and Benefits

A parliament committee has found that the mining sector is using subcontractors to hire workers for lower wages. Read more »

Namibia: Petroleum Sector Is Still in My Control - Minister Amutse

Minister of industries, mines and energy Modestus Amutse on Tuesday clarified that his ministry still controls the petroleum sector despite ongoing plans to move it to the Office… Read more »

Namibia: Namibia to Benefit From China's New Zero-Tariff Policy

Namibia is among 53 African countries set to benefit from China's expanded zero-tariff policy, following an announcement made during foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian's… Read more »

Namibia: Namandje Claims Namcor Bail Hearing Was Not Handled 'Competently'

The bail hearing of six individuals charged in connection with alleged fraud and corruption at the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor) was not conducted impartially… Read more »

Namibia: Namibian Private Sector Owes N$122.3 Billion

NAMIBIANS borrowed N$808.2 million or 0.7% more month-on-month (m/m) in December, bringing the cumulative credit outstanding to N$122.3 billion. Read more »

Namibia: Ministry of Works Orders Illegal Govt House Occupants to Vacate or Face Steep Fines

The Ministry of Works and Transport has instructed all illegal tenants occupying government houses to vacate the premises or risk paying up to N$10 500, plus 20% interest per… Read more »

Namibia: A Great Day for Namibian Sport

In a great day for Namibian sport, Nathan Chase and Maja Brinkmann made history as both won gold medals at the Africa Junior Triathlon Championships in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday. Read more »

Namibia: Namibia Is a 'Golden Province' for TotalEnergies

French oil giant TotalEnergies has called Namibia its "new golden province," after announcing a deal with Galp to enter the Mopane field in addition to its operations in the Venus… Read more »

Namibia: President Wants Namibia to Lead On Climate Solutions

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah wants to position Namibia as a "global player in delivering climate solutions". Read more »

Namibia: Ondangwa Control Prosecutor Justine Shiweda Laid to Rest

Ondangwa regional control prosecutor Justine Shiweda was laid to rest at her family cemetery at Onambango village in the Oshana region on Saturday. Read more »

Africa: Nandi-Ndaitwah Urges G20 to Prioritise Development Funding and Debt Relief for Africa

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah calls for countries to ensure they get adequate resources for development. Read more »

Namibia: Ghanaian Businessman and Nida Eye N$4-Billion Lüderitz Oil Port Deal Linked to Swapo Company

The Namibia Industrial Development Agency (Nida) has teamed up with a Ghanaian businessman to clinch a N$4-billion oil terminal project that was linked to a Swapo company. Read more »

Namibia: Namibia Joins Space Elite With Chinese-Funded Satellite Data-Receiving Station in Windhoek

Namibia has received a China-aided satellite ground data-receiving station at the Telecom earth station in Windhoek. Read more »

Namibia: Vacate Govt Houses By April, Works Minister Nekundi Tells Illegal Occupants

The minister of works and transport, Veikko Nekundi, has warned illegal occupants of government houses or flats to vacate the premises by 1 April or face eviction. Read more »

Namibia: Oil Bill Sparks Outcry As Opposition Warns of Presidency Power Grab and Corruption Risks

Opposition parties are united in opposing a bill that proposes shifting oil and gas regulatory powers from the Ministry of Industries, Mining and Energy to the Presidency. Read more »

Namibia: Former Caprivi Secessionist Mwilima Dies

Former politician and Caprivi treason convict Geoffrey Mwilima has died at the age of 70. Read more »

Namibia: Slot Hails 'Unbelievable' Salah After Matching Liverpool Assist Record

Arne Slot praised Mohamed Salah after the "unbelievable" Egypt star equalled Liverpool's record for assists in the Premier League by setting up Virgil van Dijk's winner in… Read more »

Namibia: Haikali Applauds FIFA Club Management Course

Just Imagine Investment managing member Mathew Haikali says modern football has evolved into a complex business industry, and without strong governance, teams will struggle to… Read more »

Namibia: Top Score Tourney Launched for 26th Year

One of the longest-running sporting events in Namibia, the Top Score Seven-a-Side football tournament, was launched for the 26th year on Tuesday evening. Read more »

Namibia: A New Dawn for the Brave Warriors

Following the disappointment of missing out on the 2026 Fifa World Cup, the Brave Warriors have now entered a restructuring phase as they prepare to take on Kuwait at next month's… Read more »

Namibia: Namibia to Host Global South Water Headquarters in Strategic Move for Water Security

Namibia has signed an agreement to host the Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO) in Windhoek. Read more »

Namibia: President Nandi-Ndaitwah to Attend 39th AU Summit in Addis Ababa On Peace, Water

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will be attending the 39th African Union (AU) Assembly of Heads of State and Government on 14 to 15 February in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Read more »

Namibia: Otjozondjupa Dropouts Hit 789 As Steenkamp Flags Pregnancies, Migration and Retention Crisis

Otjozondjupa education authorities are alarmed by 789 school dropouts in 2025, citing migration, pregnancies and social challenges the government and communities push for stronger… Read more »

Namibia: MSC Ellen Vessel Docks At Walvis Bay

The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) has announced the arrival and berthing of the MSC Ellen, a state-of-the-art Neo Panamax container vessel, at the Port of Walvis Bay. Read more »