Beach volleyball is family Krafft in Namibia

At the 2025 FIVB Beach Volleyball U21 World Championships in Puebla, Namibia is represented by the Kraffts; not just by the talented teenage brothers Max Krafft & Jura Krafft, but by their entire family. Dad Martin Krafft has taken up the coach’s...

Namibia estimates N$16.1 billion needed for Universal Health Coverage

Namibia's total budget requirement to meet its Universal Health Coverage targets is estimated at N$16.1 billion. This was revealed at the launch of the Ministry of Health and Social Services' Ministerial Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2030 and the...

The woman behind Namibia’s power

Her presence embodies discipline, trust, and progress in equal measure. On any given day of state ceremony in Windhoek, the nation’s attention naturally turns to the flags, the speeches, and the leaders standing at the podium. Yet sometimes, it is...

Election season, women’s experiences

Election season, women’s experiences ZIMBABWE has a relatively solid framework for protecting women’s rights. It is a signatory to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, the International Covenant on Civil...

Nine political parties to contest for Samora Machel constituency

One of Khomas region’s largest constituencies, Samora Machel, will see nine political parties contesting against each other in the regional and local authority elections. This follows the conclusion of the nomination submission on Thursday at the...

Telecom Namibia upgrading old equipment to improve network service

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister Emma Theofelus informed the National Assembly that Telecom Namibia has started the process to overhaul most of its overworked and oldest equipment to improve network service. Theofelus was...

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. These include communicable and non-communicable diseases, minister of health and social services...

NNN hails women influencers …as Namibia marks 25years of UN Resolution 1325

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for global recommitment to equal and meaningful participation of women at every level of peace and security efforts. The President addressed a high-level gathering in Windhoek yesterday to commemorate the...

The UN matters, as a symbol of possibility

Eighty years ago, in the aftermath of the most devastating war in human history, the nations of the world came together to forge a new compact — one that would seek to prevent future conflict, promote human dignity and uphold the rule of law...

Nakayale, Eenhana, Valombola, and Windhoek VTCs Produce Over 900 Graduates

By: Loise Shiimi The NEV TVET Hub, Nakayale VTC, Eenhana VTC, and Valombola VTC have graduated 610 graduates across 22 occupational areas in their joint 3rd graduation ceremony. Together with Windhoek Vocational Training Centre, which graduated...

IUM: The Best University in Namibia – A University of the People, by the People

By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) stands tall today as Namibia’s most progressive, people-driven, and transformative institution of higher learning. Founded in 1994 by Professor David Namwandi with a single...

Namibians invest N$212.3 billion abroad

Meanwhile, in-country investment declines Over the past 15 years Namibians, especially institutional investors like pension funds, have increased their holdings in foreign stocks and bonds. The total value of these foreign investments rose from...

OBSERVER DAILY | Celebrating Excellence: Why Namibia must call its best home

When Dr Ndjodi Ndeunyema recently travelled home to Namibia, it was for a profoundly personal reason, to marry the woman he loves, herself an academic of exceptional calibre. The Windhoek Observer congratulates the newlyweds and celebrates their...

Namibia’s glorious David moment

There are sporting victories that fill us with joy, and then there are victories that alter the very texture of national identity. Namibia’s stunning triumph over South Africa is one of those seismic moments when a nation’s pulse quickens, its...

YOUNG OBSERVER | Namibian youth join Afro-Arab Dialogue on peace and development

Namibia participated in the Afro-Arab Youth Congress held in Uganda from 6 to 10 October 2025 under the theme “Amplifying Youth Voices for Peace, Unity, and Prosperity.” The event marked the launch of a fundraising drive for the Afro-Arab Youth...

International round-up: how 10 Celtic stars are performing from Danish cat to out of favour American star

A round-up of the 10 Parkhead aces on International duty’s performances so far After a strong start to the season, a number of Celtic players were chosen to represent their countries in October’s International break. A combined total of 10 Celtic...

Namibia makes history with T20 win over Proteas

In a stunning display of skill and determination, Namibia secured a historic victory against South Africa in a one-off T20 International held on Saturday. The match, played at the newly inaugurated Namibia Cricket ground, saw the local team...

Building Namibia’s future maritime strength means investing in local marine pilots

Bradley Claassen|Published 17 minutes ago 3min Namibia’s maritime sector is the lifeblood of its economy. The ports at Walvis Bay and Lüderitz are gateways for trade, logistics and regional connectivity and are critical not only for Namibia but...

Namibian public health workers second-highest paid in SADC

The Minister of Health and Social Services, Esperance Luvindao, has stated that Namibia's public health workers are the second-highest paid in the SADC region. The minister responded to a concern raised by Independent Patriot for Change (IPC) MP...

Leonard Iipumbu appointed Namibia’s Ambassador to Angola

State Chief of Protocol, Leonard Iipumbu has been appointed as Namibia's Ambassador to Angola. This was announced in a statement issued by the Presidency on Friday. It said Ambassador Iipumbu, as a seasoned diplomat and public servant, brings more...