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Nandi-Ndaitwah highlights crisis, charts path for fishing industry
Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned that Namibia’s fishing sector is facing instability and entering a period of transition, calling for urgent reforms, stronger governance and collective action to address structural weaknesses and declining fish stocks. She further announced that the current redress programme will conclude in April 2027 and raised concerns about the ... The post Nandi-Ndaitwah highlights crisis, charts path for fishing industry appeared first on Informant
WATCH | Former Minister of Sport, Agnes Tjongarero addresses challenges in sports administration.
Nyambe hails Windhoek inclusion run
Namibia Special Olympics president Charles Nyambe says the recent marathon held in Windhoek was aimed at breaking barriers and fostering understanding. On his Facebook page, Nyambe writes: “This marathon wasn’t just about crossing the finish line, it was about breaking barriers and fostering understanding. The event aimed to shine a light on the abilities and […] The post Nyambe hails Windhoek inclusion run appeared first on The Namibian .
Okahandja hit by powerful hailstorm
Staff Reporter OKAHANDJA and surrounding areas in the Otjozondjupa Region were battered by heavy rainfall and an intense hailstorm on Thursday, blanketing significant parts of the town in hail. This rare occurrence was captured and shared on social media, with images and videos showing thick layers of hail covering surfaces from rooftops to the ground. ... The post Okahandja hit by powerful hailstorm appeared first on Informanté .
YOUNG OBSERVER | Breaking the silence on mental health
Patience Makwele More young Namibians are speaking openly about mental health in homes, on campuses and online, challenging long-standing silence and stigma. At the centre of this shift is Windhoek-based mental health practitioner DieMut Amushila, founder of NeuroBloom Psychology, whose work is drawing interest from young people seeking safe spaces to talk. “Healing is possible […]
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Shikwaya linked to death of Ondangwa prosecutor says he was in Windhoek during killing
Staff Reporter PETRUS Shikwaya, the 21-year-old man applying for bail in the murder case of the late Ondangwa Control Prosecutor, Justine Shiweda (30), said that he had been in Windhoek on 17 October 2025, the date the late prosecutor was brutally attacked, and that he was not aware that there was a plan to kill ... The post Shikwaya linked to death of Ondangwa prosecutor says he was in Windhoek during killing appeared first on Informanté .
Abducted child saved by police
Staff Reporter THE Namibian Police in the Omusati Region have arrested a 26-year-old Angolan woman for allegedly kidnapping a 16-month-old boy at Okahao on Tuesday. The child was found and the suspect arrested on Wednesday following an intensive search. It is alleged that the child’s 19-year-old mother and the suspect — both Angolan nationals — ... The post Abducted child saved by police appeared first on Informanté .
Meatco hits 45.2% utilisation of its annual Norway beef export quota by mid-April
The Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco) has announced a historic breakthrough in its international trade performance, hitting a record-breaking 45.2% utilisation of its annual Norway beef export quota by mid-April. The state-owned meat processor on its social media page on Tuesday confirmed that as of 17 April, it has already exported 521,017.59 kg premium beef […]
Global flavours and cultures shine as International Festival draws 3,500 to Windhoek
Windhoek was transformed into a vibrant global village this past Saturday as the Windhoek International School (WIS), in partnership with the Association of Diplomatic Spouses (ADS), hosted the 2026 International Festival. The flagship event attracted a record-breaking crowd of 3,500 people, establishing itself as one of the premier celebrations of cultural diversity and community spirit […]
Flood warning issued for Kunene River communities as NamPower opens second floodgate
NamPower has issued an urgent flood warning to residents and communities living along the Kunene River following a surge in water levels caused by torrential rainfall in southern Angola. In response to the massive volumes of water flowing toward the Ruacana Power Station, the power utility announced it will open the second flap (flood) gate […]
Investing in training is nation-building and every Namibian employer must act before 5 May
By Erick Fundula Nenghwanya. * Last week, President Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah delivered her State of the Nation Address under the theme “Advancing Towards the Realisation of Vision 2030.” At its core was a clear and urgent message that Namibia’s future depends not only on the natural resources beneath our soil, but on the strength, skills […]
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Arrests of Angolan men for rape in Namibia raise alarm
Staff Reporter THE number of male Angolan nationals arrested for rape in Namibia is increasing at an alarming rate. The alleged perpetrators are mostly young men employed as cattle herders or domestic workers, and the victims usually reside in the same house or are close neighbours. The latest incident occurred in Omutundungu village, Omusati Region, ... The post Arrests of Angolan men for rape in Namibia raise alarm appeared first on Informanté .
Academic Performances and Life Outcomes
It has come to my attention that although we journeyed together through the same educational institutions, our academic outcomes were not identical. Some individuals demonstrated higher levels of academic competence than others. However, it is important to recognise that success in life is not solely determined by academic performance or classroom ranking. Rather, life achievements […] The post Academic Performances and Life Outcomes appeared first on The Namibian .
Betis’ Bellerin further dents Real Madrid title hopes
Former Barcelona defender Hector Bellerin snatched Real Betis a late point in a 1-1 La Liga draw against Real Madrid on Friday to do his former side a favour in the Spanish title race. Alvaro Arbeloa’s Madrid seemed set to chop down Barca’s lead but the Catalans sit provisionally eight points ahead of Madrid after […] The post Betis’ Bellerin further dents Real Madrid title hopes appeared first on The Namibian .
Sinner overcomes Bonzi in record hunt at Madrid Open
Jannik Sinner took a first step towards a potential record fifth consecutive Masters 1000 title with a 6-7 (6/8), 6-1, 6-4 victory over Benjamin Bonzi in the Madrid Open second round on Friday. The Italian world number one is looking to beat the record of four consecutive triumphs held by all-time greats Novak Djokovic and […] The post Sinner overcomes Bonzi in record hunt at Madrid Open appeared first on The Namibian .
Napoli make Inter wait for Serie A glory by thumping Cremonese
Napoli made sure that Inter Milan will have to wait at least another week to win the Serie A title with a thumping win 4-0 over Cremonese on Friday. With four matches left in their season, the reigning champions trail Inter by nine points after Scott McTominay, Kevin De Bruyne and Alisson rattled goals past […] The post Napoli make Inter wait for Serie A glory by thumping Cremonese appeared first on The Namibian .
Leipzig tighten top four grip as Union’s Eta suffers second loss
RB Leipzig moved closer to a Champions League return after thumping Union Berlin 3-1 at home on Friday and handing coach Marie-Louise Eta her second straight Bundesliga defeat. Max Finkgraefe, Romulo and Ridle Baku got on the scoresheet to lift third-placed Leipzig eight points clear of fifth-placed Hoffenheim, who have a game in hand. Danilho […] The post Leipzig tighten top four grip as Union’s Eta suffers second loss appeared first on The Namibian .
Africa open for business at Swakopmund
THE Africa Economic Leadership Council will hold a three-day Invest in Africa Trade Expo and business summit at Swakopmund from 28 to 30 May. Co-founder and president Heinrich Hafeni, whose company Hafeni Tourism Group is organising the event, says the purpose of the expo and summit is to connect and nurture partnerships among African entrepreneurs […] The post Africa open for business at Swakopmund appeared first on The Namibian .
Library Days
They say some birds can remember faces years later and even if you change your clothes. Long ago, during writing breaks, I’d feed or shoo birds away outside Windhoek’s national library. I’d have packed some snacks to fuel a long day of unemployment and, eventually, I’d eat them out in the sun. That’s when they’d […] The post Library Days appeared first on The Namibian .
The Stage Is a School In ‘Bang Bang’
For many Namibians, the thrill of the scenes behind the National Theatre of Namibia’s (NTN) velvety red curtains, seen from the embrace of its low blue seats, is a rare treat. That is if, despite challenges of access or lack of exposure, they ever get to see a production at the national theatre at all. […] The post The Stage Is a School In ‘Bang Bang’ appeared first on The Namibian .
Hengari trial dates set for November
UPDATE: The trial of McAlbert Hengari, the former Minister of Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Land Reform, is set to commence, with his main trial dates scheduled from 23 to 27 November 2026 and thereafter from 8 to 12 February 2027. This follows the hearing of the Prosecutor General’s Decision (PGD), which directed that Hengari and ... The post Hengari trial dates set for November appeared first on Informanté .
NSA spends N$130m on household data collection
THE Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) spent close to N$130 million on the data collection phase of the 2025/26 Namibia Household Income and Expenditure Survey, which ended on 22 April. This was revealed in a statement issued yesterday by NSA chief executive Alex Shimuafeni, who says the exercise covered 12 months of field operations across Namibia’s […] The post NSA spends N$130m on household data collection appeared first on The Namibian .
Soft Life Can Be Dangerous
Let me start by saying I’m not really a “stories, gossip, lungus” kind of person. I lean more towards being quiet, but every now and then I find myself in the gym steam room, listening to conversations. You know how it goes, everyone talking over each other, no one really listening, yet somehow, meaningful points […] The post Soft Life Can Be Dangerous appeared first on The Namibian .
Potjie or Cake?
STRATEGIC management has four main elements that should follow a specific order. Firstly, you must decide on the direction you wish to take. That is strategy development. Then you must decide on the correct actions to take.That is strategic planning. After this, you must execute those actions in the correct time and manner. That is […] The post Potjie or Cake? appeared first on The Namibian .
Afreximbank eyes Namibian businesses boost
BUSINESSES in Namibia are being targeted for the African Continental Free Trade Area(AfCFTA) training through the Africa-Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). The training is open to all businesses in Africa, in collaboration with the AfCFTA Secretariat. According to a statement issued by Afreximbank yesterday, the training will take place in Egypt in June and is designed to […] The post Afreximbank eyes Namibian businesses boost appeared first on The Namibian .
‘Art Splash’ Explores Identity and Heritage
Navigation between modernity and cultural preservation, issues of identity and the work of archiving ancestral knowledge persist in this year’s edition of ‘Art Splash’. The annual exhibition presents the output of Windhoek’s College of the Arts students and is on display at the National Art Gallery of Namibia. Featuring a selection of textiles, ceramics, linocut […] The post ‘Art Splash’ Explores Identity and Heritage appeared first on The Namibian .
Big Ben Live at Zoo Park: What Namibia Looks Like
There are moments of a country when you realise, “Ah… so this is who we actually are when we’re not pretending”. Last Saturday night at Zoo Park was one of those moments. It took a Big Ben concert for Namibians to finally drop the act and merge. But let’s focus on what went wrong because […] The post Big Ben Live at Zoo Park: What Namibia Looks Like appeared first on The Namibian .
Mouers to Release Debut Afrikaans EP
Local singer-songwriter Salvador Mouers will release his debut Afrikaans EP, ‘Binne’, on Saturday, following his selection as the first Namibian artist for the ATKV-Crescendo mentorship programme. The initiative is run by the Afrikaanse Taal- en Kultuurvereniging (ATKV) in South Africa, and identifies and supports emerging Afrikaans musicians. The EP’s release follows a live pre-launch performance […] The post Mouers to Release Debut Afrikaans EP appeared first on The Namibian .
President assesses maritime monitoring efforts
Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to protecting marine resources and strengthening maritime security following a strategic visit to the fisheries monitoring centre in Walvis Bay, where she was briefed on the country’s vessel tracking system, its successes and ongoing challenges. The President, accompanied by Vice President Lucia Witbooi, Fisheries Minister Inge ... The post President assesses maritime monitoring efforts appeared first on Informan
Iipumbu details drug busts and anti-narcotics strategy in National Assembly
Staff Reporter MINISTER of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu, has told Parliament that no formal drug cartels or structured trafficking syndicates have been identified operating in Namibia, while detailing the country’s ongoing anti-narcotics operations, arrests and drug seizures. She said the fight against illicit drugs remains focused on dismantling criminal networks and ... The post Iipumbu details drug busts and anti-narcotics strategy in National Assembly appeare
Horse mackerel trawling rules eased for 12 months
Staff Reporter TRAWLING for wet-landed horse mackerel will be permitted in slightly shallower waters for a limited period from May this year to April next year. “Cabinet authorised the temporary relaxation of trawling within the 200-metre isobath to a specified zone of 150 metres (and not shallower) for wet-landed horse mackerel fishing vessels for a ... The post Horse mackerel trawling rules eased for 12 months appeared first on Informanté .