December 17, 2024
Namibia: Nampol Go Ahead Amidst Big Upsets
There were some huge upsets in the Debmarine Namibia Premiership over the weekend as Khomas Nampol pulled two points clear at the top of the log. Read more »
December 16, 2024
Namibia: Telecom Cyberattack - 5 Things You Should Know
In the wake of a significant cyberattack targeting Telecom Namibia, critical questions have emerged about the company's data security practices and the implications for its… Read more »
Namibia: NBC Suspension Taints Namibia's Press Freedom
The suspension of Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) executive editor Anna Nicodemus is a worrying development for freedom of the media. Read more »
Namibia: Are Namibian State-Owned Enterprises Ready for True Digitalisation?
As the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) continues reshaping economies across the globe, promising enhanced efficiency, transparency and service delivery, the question of… Read more »
Namibia: Why Does Two-Thirds Matter?
SWAPO has enjoyed a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly since 1994, and in the National Council since 1993. Read more »
Namibia: Local Theatre Trends in 2024
Theatre lovers were thrilled to see an improved cultural calendar as an old favourite, a new duo, two odes to French music legends, and a sparkle of queens hit the 2024 scene. Read more »
December 15, 2024
Namibia: Nandi-Ndaitwah Plans to Implement Election Manifesto
Swapo vice president and president-elect of Namibia Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says she plans to implement the 2025-2030 election manifesto that contains commitments Swapo has made to… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Committed to Ending HIV-Aids By 2030
MINISTER of health and social services Kalumbi Shangula says Namibia has made progress in the fight against HIV-AIDS. Read more »
December 12, 2024
Namibia: More Than 400 Test Positive for HIV At Oshikoto
Out of 36 976 people tested for HIV in the Oshikoto region between 1 January and 31 October this year, 449 tested positive. Read more »
December 11, 2024
Namibia: Namibia's Press Freedom Rankings Decline Amid Growing Political Interference
Political interference is threatening the independence of Namibia's media, a local research firm has said. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Addresses Global Biodiversity Crisis
Namibia has welcomed delegates from around the world to the 11th Plenary of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES). Read more »
Namibia: Namibian Travellers Not Affected By or Tambo Refuelling Troubles
Namibia has not recorded any serious impacts from the refuelling troubles that delayed flights in Johannesburg on Monday. Read more »
Namibia: Girl (10) Hospitalised After Drinking Traditional Gin
A girl (10) has been hospitalised after allegedly consuming half a litre of traditional gin at Ongwediva on Monday. Read more »
December 10, 2024
Namibia: Namibian Women Are Key Drivers of Change - Mbumba
President Nangolo Mbumba says Namibian women are key drivers of change, driving the nation toward greater heights and fostering hope for a sustainable future. Read more »
Namibia: Three People Die After Minibus Hits Donkey On Kunene Region Road
Three people died on Monday in an accident on the main road between Kamanajab and Omakange in the Kunene region. Read more »
December 09, 2024
Namibia: Police Report 10 Deaths Countrywide Over the Weekend, 3 Killed
The Namibian Police say various crimes were reported countrywide over the weekend, including murder, rape and suicide. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Calls for More Support to Implement 'Great Green Wall'
Environment minister Pohamba Shifeta has urged for greater support to ensure the successful implementation of the Great Green Wall Initiative (GGWI). Read more »
December 08, 2024
Namibia: President-Elect Nandi-Ndaitwah Reiterates N$85-Billion Job Creation Plan for 550,000 Jobs in Key Sectors
President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reiterated her plan to pump N$85 billion into creating 550 000 jobs across sectors in Namibia such as agriculture, construction and oil… Read more »
Namibia: Swapo Dismisses Claims of Zanu-PF Interference in Namibia's Elections
President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has denied allegations of Zimbabwe influencing Namibia's elections. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Renames Office of the First Lady to Office of the First Spouse to Promote Inclusivity
The Office of the President has announced the need to rename the Office of the First Lady to the Office of the First Spouse. Read more »
Namibia: Nandi-Ndaitwah's Home Village Okongo Celebrates Namibia's First Woman President
Okongo, a village in northern Namibia, is deemed to be 'behind'. Read more »
Namibia: A Mother's Grief - My Son Killed His Wife
As part of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, I share a painful story that has haunted me every day since that one fateful Saturday morning. Read more »
Namibia: To End Aids, Protect Everyone's Human Rights
The world has made enormous progress in reducing the impact of HIV over the past years. Read more »
Namibia: After 40 Years, Dave Smuts Hangs Up His Gown
Although he may have hung up his judge's gown, justice Dave Smuts says he will still be an active participant in Namibia's legal system and is looking forward to advocating against… Read more »
Namibia: A Democratic Debacle - Lessons From Namibia's 2024 Elections
Much about the organisation of the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections is simply inexplicable. Read more »