October 14, 2025
Namibia: Namibians Invest N$212.3 Billion Abroad
Over the past 15 years Namibians, especially institutional investors like pension funds, have increased their holdings in foreign stocks and bonds. Read more »
Namibia: Namibians' Life Expectancy Rises to 56, but Health System Still Faces Major Hurdles - Luvindao
Namibians' life expectancy has risen significantly from 47 to 56 years, yet the country's healthcare system continues to battle several challenges. Read more »
October 13, 2025
Namibia: Nandi-Ndaitwah Meets With Opposition for Inclusive National Talks
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met with National Democratic Party (NDP) leader Martin Lukato and other opposition figures on Monday to promote inclusive dialogue and national… Read more »
Namibia: Vote SWAPO to Make My Job Easier, Nandi-Ndaitwah Says
Swapo president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians to vote for the ruling party in the upcoming regional council and local authority elections, to make her job easier. Read more »
Namibia: NNN's Journey Hits the Big Screen
History was made at a Ster Kinekor cinema in Windhoek last Thursday. Read more »
Namibia: Most Govt Employees Opt for Direct Salary Deductions
About 79% of the government employees who participated in a nationwide online survey on perceptions of the Payroll Deduction Management System (PDMS) say they do not want the… Read more »
Namibia: Cattle Worth Over N$160 000 Stolen At Karibib
Fifteen head of cattle valued at N$162 000 were stolen from a kraal at Tubusis in the Karibib district late on Thursday night. Read more »
October 12, 2025
Ghana/Namibia: Ghana Qualify for 2026 World Cup
Ghana beat Comoros 1-0 in Accra on Sunday to win Group I and become the fifth African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup after Algeria, Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia. Read more »
South Africa: Ramaphosa Denies Knowing Maumela, Says Video Showing Him Outside House of Tembisa 'Looting' Accused, a Coincidence
South African president Cyril Ramaphosa's spokesperson says a video showing him outside the Sandton home of Hangwani Maumela - a central figure in a massive corruption scandal… Read more »
Southern Africa: Namibia Not Doing Well in Upholding Economic, Social and Cultural Rights - Elcrn
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia (ELCRN) has warned that the country is falling short on economic, social, and cultural rights despite progress in civil and political… Read more »
Namibia: Savva a Pillar of Walvis Bay Business Community - Nandi-Ndaitwah
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has described Walvis Bay businessman John Savva as a pillar of the town's business community and a man who contributed significantly to the… Read more »
East Africa: Seychelles' Patrick Herminie Wins Presidential Run-Off Election
Seychelles' opposition leader, Patrick Herminie (62), has won the country's presidential race, defeating incumbent leader Wavel Ramkalawan in a run-off vote, according to the local… Read more »
Namibia: Namitvest and Spar Oranjemund Partner to Empower Mineworkers
The Namibia Mineworkers Investment Trust (Namitvest) has signed a payroll deduction agreement with Spar Oranjemund aimed at creating generational wealth for mineworkers. Read more »
Namibia: Police to Provide Security During Nampost Grant Payouts
The police have responded to concerns raised over challenges experienced during NamPost's pilot cash grant payment project at Okahandja, which has been marred by long queues and… Read more »
Namibia: World Number 204 Vacherot Beats Cousin Rinderknech to Win Shanghai Masters
World number 204 Valentin Vacherot on Sunday beat his cousin Arthur Rinderknech to win the Shanghai Masters. Read more »
Namibia: 'Stubborn' Gauff Beats Pegula to Win All-American Wuhan Open Final
Coco Gauff said her "stubborn" decision to defy her coach and play in China after a tough US Open had paid off after she beat Jessica Pegula 6-4, 7-5 on Sunday to clinch the third… Read more »
Namibia: Kiplimo, Feysa Power to Victory in Chicago
Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo and Ethiopia's Hawi Feysa powered to victories in the Chicago Marathon on Sunday as the annual showpiece took place against a backdrop of escalating tensions… Read more »
Namibia: Villager Discovers Human Remains At Kavango West
A villager at Gcaruhwa village in the Kavango West region discovered human remains on Saturday. Read more »
Namibia: Pegula Ends Sabalenka's Perfect Wuhan Record to Set Up Gauff Final
Jessica Pegula fought back to end Aryna Sabalenka's perfect record in Wuhan with a dramatic 2-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7/2) victory in the semi-finals on Saturday and will face Coco Gauff for… Read more »
Africa: Nigeria Team Plane Forced to Make Emergency Landing
The plane carrying the Nigeria team from South Africa to Uyo for their final World Cup qualifier was forced to make an emergency landing in Angola on Saturday, the Nigeria team's… Read more »
October 11, 2025
Namibia: Polloni - The Nomadic Musical Genius
Renowned French guitarist and producer Christian Polloni, who helped shape Namibia's contemporary music scene, is remembered for his mentorship and enduring influence on African… Read more »
October 10, 2025
Namibia: Our Boxers Need International Training to Elevate Their Game - Ex-Boxer Shimbuli
Samuel Shimbuli is a name deep-rooted in the archives of Namibian boxing. Read more »
East Africa: African Trade Bloc Comesa Launches Digital Payments System
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) has launched a digital payments system to cut transaction costs by allowing businesses to settle deals in local… Read more »
October 09, 2025
Namibia: Walvis Bay Residents Group Rejects Apartheid Claims
A Walvis Bay residents association has denied allegations of 'apartheid thinking', saying it is open to all races. Read more »
Namibia: Walvis Bay Residents Association Criticised for All-White Candidates
Deputy minister of education, innovation, youth, sport, arts and culture Dino Ballotti has criticised a Walvis Bay residents association for its lack of racial diversity,… Read more »
