February 09
Namibia: Weakened Namibia Lose to Estonia
An understrength Namibian men's tennis team failed in their attempt to gain promotion to the Davis Cup World Group II after losing 4-0 to Estonia over the weekend. Read more »
Namibia: Gobabis Man Arrested Over Brother's Railway Murder
A man who fled the scene after reportedly murdering his brother at Gobabis' TransNamib railway area on Thursday was arrested at the town's dumping site on Sunday. Read more »
Namibia: Suren, Greeff - Namibia's Cycling Champions
Roger Suren and Anri Greeff were crowned Namibia's road cycling champions after winning the Nedbank National Road Cycling Championships outside Windhoek yesterday. Read more »
February 08
Namibia: Why Red Meat Belongs At the Centre of the Investment Bill
The Public Debate surrounding Namibia's proposed investment promotion and facilitation bill has understandably focused on foreign investors, access, regulation and investor… Read more »
Namibia: Local Content Must Mean Real Work for Young Namibians
When People Hear "local content", some think it means forcing foreign companies to buy everything locally and immediately. Read more »
Namibia: City of Windhoek Urges Immediate Removal of Recalled Infant Formula
The City of Windhoek on Thursday instructed all retailers operating within the capital to immediately remove Nestlé NAN Special Pro HA infant formula from their shelves,… Read more »
February 07
Namibia: Nujoma and Geingob Remembered As Namibia's Foundational Leaders
Several leaders have praised the late founding president Sam Nujoma and Namibia's third president, Hage Geingob, for steering the country's vision for the benefit of all Namibians. Read more »
February 06
Namibia: Venaani Proposes Desert Farming Strategy
Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani has proposed desert farming as a strategy to address agricultural issues. Read more »
Namibia: Cervical Cancer Vaccine Safe Amid Conspiracy Theories - Health Officials
Health officials say the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is safe, following concerns expressed by parents since its introduction in August 2025. Read more »
February 05
Namibia: Opposition Warns Namibia's New Oil Bill Could Fuel Fishrot-Style Corruption Under Presidency
Opposition parties are calling on the government to learn from the mistakes of countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Angola and Russia when it comes to the oil and gas sector. Read more »
Namibia: Herunga Resigns Amid Pressure From Young MPs
Swapo deputy secretary Uahekua Herunga has stepped down as the party chief whip following alleged mounting pressure from a group of younger members of parliament (MPs). Read more »
Namibia: Justice Minister Accused of Threatening to Throw Bottle At AR's Kambala
Justice and labour relations minister Wise Immanuel has been forced to withdraw what was perceived as a threat in parliament aimed at Affirmative Repositioning (AR) member of… Read more »
Namibia: Swapo Chief Whip Uahekua Herunga Steps Down, !naruseb Appointed Replacement
Swapo deputy secretary Uahekua Herunga has stepped down as the party's chief whip in the National Assembly, citing personal reasons. Read more »
February 04
Namibia: Only One Public Oncologist for Namibia
Health and social services minister Esperance Luvindao says Namibia has only one specialist oncologist in the public health sector, a shortage that is severely limiting early… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Petroleum Bill - MPs Vow to Scrutinise Transfer of Power to Presidency
Members of parliament (MPs) have vowed to scrutinise the petroleum bill set to be tabled today before passing it, raising concerns over giving too much power to one person. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Oil and Gas Bill - Opposition Warns Against President's Control Over Sector
Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani calls on president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to maintain transparency in matters concerning her children's business activities. Read more »
Namibia: Health Ministry Accused of Failing to Spray Mosquitoes As Malaria Cases Surge in Northern Namibia
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has been accused of failing to properly implement malaria prevention measures, leading to an increase in the number of cases, including… Read more »
Namibia: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Opens Third Session of Eighth Parliament in Windhoek
February is a month of reflection and remembrance in the history of democratic and independent Namibia. During this month, we lost our third president, Hage Geingob, and our… Read more »
Namibia: Treatment for Rural Cancer Patients Worlds Away
The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) says geographical distance and financial hardship continue to delay cancer diagnosis and treatment for many Namibians, particularly those… Read more »
Namibia: Force Radio Stations to Play Local Music - Swart Baster
Namibian musician Swart Baster says limited radio airplay is undermining local artists' incomes, renewing calls for binding local music quotas as broadcasters review content rules. Read more »
Namibia: President Takes Aim At MPs Wanting to Score Political Points
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has taken aim at some parliamentarians who she says use debates merely to score political points. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Face Huge Task Against Estonia
Namibia face a huge task when they take on Estonia in a Davis Cup World Group II play-off match in Windhoek this weekend. Read more »
February 03
Namibia: Nandi-Ndaitwah Denies Allegations of Family Involvement in Oil Industry
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has denied allegations of her family's alleged involvement in the oil industry. Read more »
Namibia: Former Bank Windhoek Employee Heidi Boois in Court Over N$3.36 Million Namcor Fraud Case
The alleged fraudulent opening of a bank account for a fugitive suspect in the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor) fraud and corruption case landed a former bank… Read more »
Namibia: President Nandi-Ndaitwah Family Oil Interest Allegations Spark Transparency Row and State House Media Scuffle
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is facing growing calls to publicly disclose and explain her family's business interests in Namibia's oil and gas sector. Read more »










