Namibian teacher’s viral video shows how fun learning can be

The teacher’s unique approach, including physically demonstrating prepositions by climbing into a dustbin, has captured widespread attention The video quickly went viral, with many social media followers expressing admiration for the teacher's...

Procurement board awards N$191m for infrastructure …to strengthen water supply reliability in southern Namibia

The Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) has awarded a N$191 million contract to commence with a critical upgrade to Namibia’s southern water infrastructure. Fully funded by the Namibia Water Corporation (Namwater), the project will ensure...

The power of a small deduction … understanding the role of payroll deductions in Namibia’s economy

Ingah Ekandjo I recently spoke at the opening of one of our top-performing branches, prepared to talk about growth and community impact. But instead, I choked up. The room faded; my past came alive. I grew up in a modest Namibian family of seven...

Ngurare tables Public Enterprises Governance Amendment Bill 2025

Prime Minister Dr. Elijah Ngurare has presented the Public Enterprises Governance Amendment Bill 2025 in the National Assembly, describing it as a critical reform to enhance the governance, accountability and performance of Namibia’s public...

Health Minister Calls for Greater Investment and Innovation in Specialist Nursing and Midwifery

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has called for increased investment, collaboration, and innovation in specialist nursing and midwifery practice to strengthen Ghana’s healthcare system and improve health outcomes across the...

Namibia’s National Literary Festival returns

The second edition of Namibia's National Literary Festival aims to celebrate local literature and foster a culture of reading. The festival will be held from the 3rd to the 4th of October at the National Library of Namibia. The two-day event,...

Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirms government’s commitment to boost agriculture

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reiterated the government's commitment to create an enabling environment for agriculture to thrive. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah therefore said it is imperative that a conducive environment has to be created for...

The woman who wants to end Cameroon president's 43-year rule

There was great surprise when Cameroon's electoral commission announced the 12 candidates for the October 12 presidential election. For the third time in Cameroon's political history, one of the contenders running for the highest office in the...

Namibia’s Taekwondo Federation eyes global stage 

Hilma Nalupe The Namibia Taekwondo Federation has marked a significant milestone with the country’s first-ever international medal. It is now preparing for its debut at the World Taekwondo Championships in China next month. This was disclosed at a...

McDermott and PETROFUND Partner to Advance Namibia’s Energy Talent Pipeline

The collaboration will align with international standards to provide Namibian students, job seekers, and service providers access to training, mentorship, and employment opportunities. The upskilling and knowledge transfer aspect of the agreement...

Namibia Deploys Army to Battle Raging Wildfire in Etosha National Park

The Namibian government has mobilized its army to combat a massive wildfire raging through the iconic Etosha National Park. The fire, which has already consumed vast stretches of vital wildlife habitat, threatens one of Africa’s...

Berlin mayor en route to Windhoek

The City of Windhoek has confirmed that the governing mayor of Berlin, Dr Kai Wegner, will pay an official visit to Namibia’s capital from 15 to 18 October 2025 to commemorate th... If you are an active subscriber and the article is not showing,...

EDITORIAL: Are Namibians growing weary of traditional political parties?

As Namibia approaches the November regional councils and local authority elections, the country is witnessing a notable surge in residents’ and ratepayers’ associations. This w... If you are an active subscriber and the article is not showing,...

Namibian engineer Belete-Tekie wins women in engineering leadership award

Namibian civil engineer Sophia Belete-Tekie was awarded the women in engineering leadership award at the 11th Unesco Africa Engineering Week and ninth African Engineering Conference in Kampala, Uganda last week. Belete-Tekie received the award for...

UAE President receives head of Emirates Oncology Society in Abu Dhabi

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed on Tuesday met Humaid Al Shamsi, president of the Emirates Oncology Society, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi. Mr Al Shamsi, who is also the chief executive of the Burjeel Cancer Institute, is the first Emirati physician...

Namibia deploys 500 soldiers to fight fire in Etosha National Park

Namibia deployed 500 soldiers Sunday to help to fight a fire that has burned through a third of the vast Etosha National Park, one of Africa's largest game reserves, officials said. The park in the north of the largely desert nation is home to 114...

Boosting intra-African trade tops agenda at Botswana–Namibia BNC

Staff Reporter Boosting intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is one of the key issues under discussion at the Second Session of the Botswana–Namibia Bi-National Commission (BNC). This was highlighted by...

NNFU President urges treating agriculture as economic pillar

The President of the Namibia National Farmers' Union wants agriculture to be treated as a strategic pillar for economic development, rather than as a social welfare project. Adolf Muremi was speaking at the Agri Outlook Conference, which is...

Erongo Governor says agriculture key to food security

Erongo Regional Governor Nathalia |Goagoses has said agriculture remains a driver of food security, especially in the face of changing climate conditions and increasing economic difficulties. |Goagoses made these remarks at the handover of...

Thousands expected at AUSC marathon …Namibia fields eight at inaugural event

Namibia has sent a team of eight athletes for the first African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Marathon, scheduled to take place this weekend in Tshwane, South Africa. This will be the first edition of the event, which aims to bring together...