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Police arrest man linked to Sanlam fraud case
The police at Ondangwa this week arrested a 35-year-old man allegedly linked to a N$385 000 transaction that forms part of an ongoing fraud case involving N$2.1 million stolen from Sanlam Namibia. Vitalis Nepembe, popularly known as “Dax”, was arrested on allegations of fraud, acting with a common purpose and corruption-related offences. A source close […] The post Police arrest man linked to Sanlam fraud case appeared first on The Namibian .
Namibia-Portugal relationship yet to grow, says Ashipala-Musavyi
Minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says Namibia’s relationship with Portugal still has room for growth, especially in trade and investment. The minister’s remarks were delivered by acting head of the bilateral department Charles Josob at a celebration of Portugal Day at the National Art Gallery of Namibia in Windhoek on Wednesday. “We […] The post Namibia-Portugal relationship yet to grow, says Ashipala-Musavyi appeared first on The Namibian .
South Africa face Mexico in FIFA World Cup 2026 opener as tournament kicks off in historic rematch
Staff Reporter THE FIFA World Cup 2026 gets underway today with South Africa at the centre of the opening day action, as Bafana Bafana face co-hosts Mexico in a highly anticipated Group A clash in Mexico City, with kickoff set for 21:00 Namibia time, while Korea Republic meet Czechia in the second fixture of the ... The post South Africa face Mexico in FIFA World Cup 2026 opener as tournament kicks off in historic rematch appeared first on Informanté .
Imalwa set to exit as PG as JSC restarts recruitment process
Acting prosecutor general Martha Imalwa says she is looking forward to leaving her office at the end of the year. This comes amid the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) this week announcing it will restart the recruitment process for a substantive prosecutor general (PG) after none of the eight shortlisted candidates met the required standard in […] The post Imalwa set to exit as PG as JSC restarts recruitment process appeared first on The Namibian .
NNN adviser Shindume faces scrutiny over N$15m Agribank debt
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s newly appointed economic adviser, Shali Shindume, reportedly owes Agribank over N$15 million, raising critical questions about high-level government vetting processes. The N$15-million loan was obtained while Shindume was the bank’s credit manager. Agribank approached the High Court in 2021 due to a breach of contract to seek the payment of the outstanding […] The post NNN adviser Shindume faces scrutiny over N$15m Agribank debt appeared first on The Namibian .
Namibia considers N$3bn De Beers stake as experts warn ‘you don’t buy a dead horse’
The government is considering spending up to N$3 billion to buy a stake in diamond giant De Beers, a decision experts say could place additional pressure on the country’s public finances. Namibia is reportedly considering partnering with Angola and Botswana, which already hold a 15% stake in the De Beers Group, the world’s largest diamond […] The post Namibia considers N$3bn De Beers stake as experts warn ‘you don’t buy a dead horse’ appeared first on The Namibian .
Namibia unveils 5-year plan to support national development framework
WINDHOEK, June 11 — Namibia’s National Planning Commission (NPC) on Thursday unveiled a five-year plan…
Namibia launches AIDA-AfCFTA country assessment report
WINDHOEK, June 11– Namibia on Thursday launched its Accelerated Industrial Development for Africa (AIDA) and…
Futsal clubs welcome maiden NFA Cup
Futsal Namibia says the introduction of the NFA Cup to futsal will provide much-needed competitive action for clubs while helping teams prepare for the upcoming league season. The draw for the inaugural NFA Cup futsal competition was conducted at the NFA technical centre in Windhoek on Monday, with eight first-division fixtures scheduled for Concordia College […] The post Futsal clubs welcome maiden NFA Cup appeared first on The Namibian .
New NamWater board appointed
Agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform minister Inge Zaamwani on Thursday officially inaugurated a new board of directors for the Namibia Water Corporation. The new board is chaired by Matty Hauuanga, with Frieda Muaine serving as deputy chairperson. Other members are Nolan Swarts, Abel Akayombokwa, Michelle Handura, Francina Mwandingi and Alfeus Matheus. Zaamwani said the […] The post New NamWater board appointed appeared first on The Namibian .
Bank of Namibia hosts Internal Audit Awareness Day
Staff Reporter THE Bank of Namibia hosted an Internal Audit Awareness Day engagement, bringing together policymakers, governance practitioners, auditors, and public sector leaders to reflect on the evolving role of internal audit in strengthening governance, accountability, and institutional resilience. Delivering the welcoming remarks, Deputy Governor Nicholas Mukasa underscored the critical role of internal audit as ... The post Bank of Namibia hosts Internal Audit Awareness Day appeared first
NaCC yet to receive Ninety One-Sanlam Allianz merger plans
Ninety one Namibia and Sanlam Allianz Namibia’s plan to combine their asset management businesses has yet to be filed with the Namibia Competition Commission (NaCC). Ninety One Namibia and Sanlam Allianz yesterday announced plans to combine their active asset management businesses. NaCC spokesperson Dina //Gowases tells The Namibian that the commission had not received any […] The post NaCC yet to receive Ninety One-Sanlam Allianz merger plans appeared first on The Namibian .