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Quinny set for international return against Namibia
The match in the Namibian capital is a historic occasion, marking the first time the two nations will go head-to-head in Namibia. South Africa, Namibia, and Zimbabwe will co-host the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup, and the stadium in Windhoek has been...
A grim chapter in Namibia's history
Mark Levin|Published 3 hours ago 7min THERE was a time in the 1970s when hardly a week went by without South West Africa (SWA) being in the news. South Africa had exercised control over SWA from 1915 until 1990 when SWA gained independence under...
Proteas favourites against Namibia in historic T20 clash
The Proteas take on Namibia in a first T20 clash between the nations in Windhoek on Saturday, ahead of their tour to Pakistan. Namibia and South Africa will clash for the first time in a T20 international in Windhoek on Saturday (2pm) ahead of the...
Rangers given injury boost on forgotten man as marquee Celtic signing suffers scare on International duty
A look at the latest injury news from both Rangers and Celtic A Rangers defender who’s been sidelined since April is on the road to recovery, while Celtic have been hit with an International break injury worry. The search continues for a new...
Local Clothing Brand GMPR Goes International
Proudly Namibian clothing brand ‘God. Money. Power. Respect’ (GMPR) is making waves both locally and internationally, capturing attention with its bold message and unique designs. Founded by Gustav Johannes (26) in August 2019 after printing his...
Namibia to launch sex offenders registry soon
Namibia will soon introduce a sex offenders registry. Speaking in the National Assembly, Justice and Labour Relations Minister Wise Immanuel explained that individuals convicted of sex crimes will be listed on the sex offenders registry for public...
De Kock guest of honour at Namibia's housewarming party
NAMIBIA VS SOUTH AFRICA, T20I Quinton de Kock's return to Proteas white-ball team headlines Namibia's one-off T20I against South Africa © Getty A one off men's T20I between a full-member country and bona fide minnows? Who cares? But there are...
ICRC Elects New Vice-president
Mr Lauber is currently the Permanent Representative of Switzerland to the United Nations Office and to the other international organisations in Geneva and the President of the United Nations Human Rights Council. He will begin his term as ICRC...
Namibia and Cuba conclude Intergovernmental Commission on Bilateral Cooperation with key agreements
Date: October 03, 2025 Staff Reporter THE inaugural session of the Intergovernmental Commission on Bilateral Cooperation (IGCBC) between Namibia and Cuba officially concluded on Wednesday with the signing of several agreements. The Ministry of...
UDF slams Ithete over ‘work only with Swapo’ remark
The United Democratic Front (UDF) has strongly condemned remarks by deputy prime minister Natangue Ithete, who told supporters at Khorixas that he would only work with Swapo office bearers, warning that those who elect opposition leaders are...
Minister highlights progress in Gender Equality and Child Welfare
The Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare, Emma Kantema, says the ministry is making major contributions to advancing gender equality, empowering women, and safeguarding children's welfare through a series of national programmes. Dr....
Minister Theofelus stresses digital literacy to curb online risks
Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus emphasised the importance of digital literacy in preventing risks associated with online activity. The minister was speaking at the regional engagement on ICT development in...
Zaamwani launches Strategic Plan 2025/26 to 2029/30
Staff Reporter THE Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has launched its Strategic Plan for the period 2025/26 to 2029/30, which coincides precisely with the implementation of the SWAPO Party Manifesto and the Sixth National...
Over 91 000 Namibians sought mental health care last year – Luvindao
More than 91 000 people in Namibia sought mental health treatment at public health facilities in the past financial year. This was announced by minister of health and social services Esperance Luvindao on Friday during the commemoration of World...
Namibia steps boldly into the future with robotic retail innovation
This past week marked a watershed moment for Namibia’s business and technology sectors. The Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group, under the leadership of Executive Chairman Sven Thieme, unveiled the country’s first-ever robotic shopping assistant. It is a...
Shanghala’s endless legal battles keep fishrot trial in limbo
staff reporterWindhoek Since his arrest in November 2019 as one of the Fishrot Six, former justice minister Sacky Shanghala has turned the courtroom into a chessboard—filing motion after motion, challenging judges, questioning procedures, and...
Government moves to secure new beef markets
Justicia The government is engaging in bilateral discussions to secure and expand access to international beef markets, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah told farmers in the Omaheke Region this week. She said the efforts aim to help commercial...
Namibian teams head to World Champs
Hilma Nalupe The Namibia Sports Commission yesterday held send-off ceremonies for three teams traveling to world championships during October, marking a proud moment for the country’s sporting fraternity. The first ceremony celebrated the Special...
Namibia book T20 World Cup 2026 spot after comprehensive win over Tanzania
Namibia have secured qualification for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup following a commanding 63-run victory over Tanzania in the first semi-final of the Africa Region Final at Harare Sports Club on Thursday. Electing to field first after winning...