January 26
Namibia: Namibia's Cash Crunch - Government Spending Exceeds Revenue, Experts Warn of Rising Debt Risks
The government is spending faster than it is generating revenue, raising concerns that Namibia could run out of cash to meet its financial obligations and be forced to borrow more… Read more »
Namibia: Sankwasa Vows to Settle Water Debt
Minister of urban and rural development James Sankwasa says he will settle his water bill while urging the government and businesses to pay debts owed to local authorities. Read more »
Namibia: President Honours Matias Hishoono As Liberation Icon
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has described former presidential adviser Matias Hishoono as an icon and a dedicated servant of the Namibian people. Read more »
Namibia: Namibian Children Need Stories They Relate to
Teacher and children's book author Yonda Nyathi says by the time many children reach Grade 5, a gap in their cognitive capacity is visible. Read more »
Namibia: Corporate Support Strengthens Access to Education
As Namibia continues to implement its new system of subsidised tertiary education fees, corporate institutions and philanthropic organisations are reinforcing their role in… Read more »
Namibia: Nespresso Sets Up Shop in Windhoek
Well-known coffee brand Nespresso opened its first Namibian nano boutique at the Grove Mall in Windhoek on Friday. Read more »
Namibia: Nust Launches 11 New Programmes to Boost Skills in Ai, Data Science and Actuarial Fields
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) has introduced 11 new undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral qualifications to close critical skills gaps and strengthen… Read more »
Namibia: JSE Receives Approval for Simplified Listings
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has received approval from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority for the Simplification Project, which simplifies listings requirements on… Read more »
January 25
Namibia: President Nandi-Ndaitwah Orders Legal Review of Paragon Oil's Controversial PEL 37 Licence Renewal
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has requested the attorney general to provide a legal opinion on the renewal of Paragon's Oil & Gas' petroleum exploration licence (PEL), as… Read more »
Namibia: Minister Sankwasa Owes NamWater N$174 000 Amid Councillor Debt Criticism
Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa owes N$174 000 to the Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater), raising concerns of double standards after he recently urged… Read more »
Southern Africa: Namibia in Numbers - The Temu, Shein Effect and China's Trade Dominance Amid Geopolitical Deglobalisation
ChinaA was Namibia's second-largest source of imports in 2024, behind South Africa. While ties to South Africa remain strong, Chinese imports continue to grow in prominence, with… Read more »
Namibia: Epukiro Secondary School Raises Over N$175 000 for Infrastructure Development
Epukiro Secondary School in the Omaheke region on Friday generated N$176 600 from leaders, families and community members. Read more »
Namibia: Sankwasa Blocks NHE Board's Bid to Extend 60-Year-Old CEO's Contract
Minister of Urban and Rural Development James Sankwasa has rejected a request by the National Housing Enterprise (NHE) board to extend the contract of its chief executive,… Read more »
Namibia: Police Officer Dies After Shooting Girlfriend in Khomasdal
A police officer (39) died from a self-inflicted wound after attempting to kill his girlfriend at Khomasdal on Saturday night while she survived and is receiving medical treatment. Read more »
January 24
Namibia: Namibia Looks to Global Partnerships to Advance Nuclear Power Plans
Namibia is anchoring its nuclear energy ambitions on international partnerships and established global benchmarks as it considers nuclear power generation to strengthen energy… Read more »
January 23
Namibia/South Africa: Nam, SA Afcon Talks Still a Pipedream, Experts Say
Namibia and South Africa have not discussed co-hosting the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, despite a South African minister saying there are plans to do so. Read more »
Namibia: N$750 Million Police Housing Project Funded By China
The Chinese ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, has announced that China has made about N$750 million available to assist housing needs for the police. Read more »
Namibia: Capricorn Eagles Suffer Heavy Defeat
Namibia's chances of qualifying for the ICC T20 Women's World Cup took a further knock when they suffered a heavy 80-run defeat to Bangladesh yesterday. Read more »
Namibia: V Power Angels Look At Upsetting Nust Babes in Opener
FNB Super Women League outfit V Power Angels FC are confident of a positive outcome when they face archrival Nust Babes FC in what promises to be a thriller at the Namibia Football… Read more »
Namibia: Antunes Eyes Positive Result in Futsal Afcon Qualifier
Newly-appointed national futsal head coach Marco Antunes says Namibia will look to "fight and win at home" when they host Kenya in an Africa Cup of Nations futsal qualifier on 23… Read more »
January 22
Namibia: Minister Rejects Relocation of Katima Mulilo Weighbridge
Plans to relocate the Katima Mulilo weighbridge to alleviate truck congestion in the main areas of the town and to enable 24-hour operations suffered a major setback earlier this… Read more »
Namibia: Fermin Lopez Brace Hands Barca Win At Slavia Prague
Fermin Lopez's first-half brace and second-half goals by Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski earned Barcelona a 4-2 Champions League win at Slavia Prague on Wednesday. Read more »
Namibia: Oshikoto Targets More Than 68 000 Children for Polio Vaccination
The Oshikoto Regional Health Directorate is targeting more than 68 000 children under age 10 for polio vaccination. Read more »
January 21
Namibia: Windhoek Residents Fear Baboon Attacks As Ministry and Naankuse Seek Solutions
They took my macaroni last week - resident Read more »
Namibia: Grootfontein Cholera Outbreak Manageable - Senior Medical Officer
Grootfontein senior medical officer Dr Martinus Shaninga says the establishment of a cholera treatment centre at Grootfontein State Hospital is doing well in managing the number of… Read more »
