Namibia
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 09:48:57 GMT'Reform Archaic Dagga Laws' ... As Push for Legalisation Continues
[New Era] Four Namibian cannabis advocacy groups have jointly submitted a legal and human rights-based request for the urgent reform of cannabis laws in the country.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:59:48 GMTThe Housing Crisis in Namibia
[Namibian] The housing crisis in Namibia - particularly in Windhoek - is not merely a socio-economic failure; it is also a judicially sanctioned tragedy.
Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:58:12 GMTHealth Outreach in Okahandja Park Reaches Over 500 Residents
[Namibia Economist] Over 500 individuals benefited from a large-scale community health outreach event held on Saturday at Okahandja Park's Akaduku Soccer Field.
Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:58:12 GMTCity of Windhoek Proposes 4% Electricity Tariff Hike
[Namibia Economist] Windhoek residents recently had the opportunity to engage with the City of Windhoek and the Electricity Control Board (ECB) regarding a proposed 4% weighted average increase in electricity tariffs. A public consultation session wa...
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 09:49:15 GMTNamibia Held to Goalless Draw By Malawi
[New Era] Namibia were held to a 0-0 draw by Malawi in their second Group B encounter at the 2024 Cosafa Cup in South Africa yesterday.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 14:35:07 GMTGovt Concludes Fisheries Redress Consultations
[Namibian] The government has concluded consultations on the employment redress programme in the fisheries sector, aimed at addressing long-standing employment challenges resulting from industrial disruptions dating back to 2015.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 14:24:15 GMTProminent Omaheke Farmer Dies
[New Era] Gobabis -- Prominent Omaheke Region farmer and educator Paul Uziruapi Kahorere died at Gobabis on last week.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:00:14 GMTCity of Windhoek Mulls Expanding Parking Fees Beyond CBD
[Namibian] The City of Windhoek says it may extend parking fees beyond the current central business district (CBD) if necessary.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:23:28 GMTNandi-Ndaitwah Rubbishes Swapo Rift Rumours, Says Unity Intact
[Namibian] Swapo president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has dismissed claims of a rift between her and secretary general Sophia Shaningwa, reaffirming unity within the party's leadership.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 06:15:27 GMTHome Affairs to Introduce Electronic IDs to Curb Identity Fraud
[Namibian] The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has announced plans to launch electronic identity cards (e-IDs) next year.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 06:11:04 GMTHealth Ministry Commits N$1.8 Million Towards Rupara Maternity Ward Construction
[Namibian] The Ministry of Health and Social Services has committed N$1.8 million to complete the Rupara Maternity Ward project.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:23:56 GMTActivist Petitions Against Trio Implicated in N$52-Million Drug Bust
[Namibian] Okahandja activist and community leader Gerub Gaseb has petitioned the Okahandja Magistrate's Court against the granting of bail to three men arrested in connection with a drug bust valued at N$52 million.
Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:26:36 GMTKatima Mulilo Sewage Crisis Worsens As Town Pump Fails, Residents Urged to Relocate
[Namibian] The Katima Mulilo Town Council has warned of a sewage overflow after a major pump failure amid ageing infrastructure and rapid population growth.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:47:43 GMTGovernor Demands Action Over Perennial Poisoning Deaths
[New Era] Rundu -- Kavango East governor Hamunyera Hambyuka, has called for collective and collaborative approach to address incidents of suspected food poisoning in the region.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:29:56 GMTMakari's Voice for Justice and Hope Falls Silent
[Namibian] Church and community leaders have paid tribute to the late deputy bishop Zach Makari, remembering his activism, mentorship and role in Namibia's HIV response.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:57:21 GMTSwapo President Nandi-Ndaitwah Denies Division Claims Over Her Eight Administration Appointees
[Namibian] Swapo president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has dismissed claims of internal division over her selection of eight members of her administration.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:57:20 GMTNandi-Ndaitwah Scolds Reporters for Peddling 'Untruths' and Fuelling False Rift With Shaningwa
[Namibian] Swapo president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has criticised reporters for publishing unverified reports suggesting tension between her and party secretary general Sophia Shaningwa.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:46:56 GMTPlea Bargaining On Namibia's Table
[New Era] Chief Justice Peter Shivute and his deputy, Petrus Damaseb, introduced the concept of plea bargaining in Namibia on Wednesday during a conference on alternative dispute resolution held in the capital.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:45:20 GMTChinese Investor, Katima Businessman Clash
[New Era] Katima Mulilo -- A fierce land ownership dispute has erupted in the heart of Katima Mulilo between a local businessman Harris Maswau and a Chinese investor operating under the company Wenxi Investment.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:29:00 GMTClash of the Ages As Wanderers Meet Kudus
[Namibian] A clash of the ages lies in store tomorrow when FNB Wanderers and FNB Kudus battle it out for the Rugby Premier League trophy at the Hage Geingob Stadium.The defending champions Wanderers enter the match as the favourites, as it is their f...
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:28:36 GMTThe Coach Who Unified Namibian Athletics Across Racial Divides
[Namibian] Former javelin thrower Hannes von Holtz, who became one of Namibia's most renowned athletics coaches and administrators before and after independence, urges local coaches to build professional relationships with their athletes.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:28:16 GMTBank of Namibia, Unam Seal Deal to 2029, Pledge Free Lectures and Shared Brainpower
[Namibian] The Bank of Namibia and the University of Namibia (Unam) have renewed their partnership to strengthen education, research and institutional collaboration until 2029.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:03:10 GMTFormer Minister Shiimi Says Auction Off More Fishing Quotas to Boost Revenue, Fix Past Fishrot Abuses
[Namibian] Former minister of finance Iipumbu Shiimi has urged the government to increase its auctioned fishing quotas, following a revenue of N$944 million generated over the past four years.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:57:20 GMTKatutura Soup Kitchen Uncovers Child Sexual Abuse Crisis
[Namibian] A soup kitchen at Katutura, in the Goreangab Dam community, is becoming a space of painful confessions as more minors begin to open up about sexual abuse at home.
Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:03:26 GMTCaprivi Secession Resurrects - UDP Demands Self-Determination
[New Era] Katima Mulilo -- After years of dormancy, calls for the independence of the former Caprivi region - present day Zambezi - resurfaced yesterday after the banned United Democratic Party (UDP) staged a demonstration in Katima Mulilo.
Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:02:49 GMTWalvis Runs Out of Grade 1 Spaces
[New Era] Walvis Bay -- Over 1 100 grade 1 learners have so far been registered for the 2026 school year in Walvis Bay. However, the number of available spaces is still not enough, as several parents had to approach the Walvis Bay education circuit a...
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:47:16 GMTFormer Coach Khaebes Follows Netball Action From Afghanistan
[New Era] Former coach of Otjozontjupa Nampol, Marvellous Quency Khaebes, who is now based in Afghanistan due to work commitments says she enjoyed watching some matches which were streamed by New Era last weekend.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:32:40 GMTGovernment Calls for Enhanced Local Benefits and Responsible Mining
[Namibia Economist] The Longest-operating open-pit uranium mine, Rossing Uranium mine, launched its Sustainability and Performance Report Wednesday evening.
Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:02:05 GMTShalulile Secures Contract Extension ... Hotto's Future Still Under Negotiation
[New Era] A trusted source close to Namibian footballers Peter Shalulile and Deon Hotto, who both play in South Africa's top-flight league, has dismissed growing speculation about their alleged departure from their respective clubs.
Thu, 05 Jun 2025 06:29:42 GMTNamibia, Zambia to Fast-Track Katima One-Stop Border Post
[Namibian] Namibia and Zambia have renewed their commitment to accelerate the establishment of the one-stop border post (OSBP) at Katima Mulilo.