Politics & Governance
Policy moves, parliamentary debate and leadership decisions shaping Namibia.
NNOC President Presents Medals at Commonwealth Games
Namibia National Olympic Committee (NNOC) president Dr Ndeulipula Hamutumwa had the honour of presenting medals during a medal ceremony at the 2026
Dr Steenkamp Hails Glasgow Visit, Urges Nation to Back Team Namibia
Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, Dr Sanet L. Steenkamp, has described Namibia's participation at the 2026 Commonwealth Games
MPs dismiss Itula’s parliament dissolution call
Lawmakers have rejected opposition leader Panduleni Itula’s call to dissolve the National Assembly, saying parliament’s shortcomings do not justify fresh elections.
The Namibian and German Governments’ Post-Colonial Colonialism
Bolateral German-Namibian talks on a joint declaration for colonial genocide strip community representatives of a meaningful voice, reducing the most affected indigenous groups to passive observers.
Use empty Govt houses to ease rental crisis — Kadhila Amoomo
Kadhila Amoomo Legal Practitioners has called on the government to make vacant state-owned houses available for young people and low-income earners to rent at affordable rates. The law firm says many government-owned houses remain empty while thousands of Namibians struggle to find affordable accommodation. It says the shortage of public rental housing has left low-income […] The post Use empty Govt houses to ease rental crisis — Kadhila Amoomo appeared first on The Namibian .
Government allocates over N$20 million to upgrade Cocoma Primary School
Staff Reporter THE Cocoma Primary School in the Kavango East Region is set to undergo a major upgrade after the Ministry of Education allocated N$22.5 million for the construction of classrooms, hostel blocks and other facilities. The development follows an appeal by the school’s principal, Moses Ndumba, for the government to upgrade the school’s community ... The post Government allocates over N$20 million to upgrade Cocoma Primary School appeared first on Informanté .
Govt says oil boom must protect workers’ rights
Presidential special adviser and Upstream Petroleum Unit deputy head Carlo McLeod says Namibia’s development of its oil and gas should not come at the expense of workers’ dignity and welfare.
Namibia leads Africa in urban water access but sanitation gap remains
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA has achieved one of the highest levels of urban water access in Africa, with 98% of urban residents and 83% of rural residents having access to water. However, government officials say significant challenges remain in expanding sanitation services and upgrading ageing infrastructure to meet national and continental development targets. The issues were ... The post Namibia leads Africa in urban water access but sanitation gap remains appeared first on Informanté .
‘Culture must unite, not divide’ – Nandi-Ndaitwah
Allexer Namundjebo President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians to preserve their cultural heritage as a foundation for national unity and future development. Speaking at the Masubia Cultural Festival in Bukalo on Saturday, the President said Namibia’s cultural diversity should be a source of strength and not division. She urged young people to learn from […]
Public Service Commission dismisses fake government recruitment notice
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has warned the public against a fake recruitment notice circulating on social media, saying no nationwide recruitment programme has been launched.
President urges traditional authorities to collaborate with universities to preserve culture
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says traditional authorities must collaborate with universities and museums to ensure diverse cultural heritages are well documented. Nandi-Ndaitwah said this during the annual Masubia Cultural Festival at Bukalo on Saturday. The annual Masubia Cultural Festival, themed ‘Preserving our Cultural Heritage, Celebrating our Future’, was attended by people from all walks of life. […] The post President urges traditional authorities to collaborate with universities to
President calls for unity, cultural preservation at revived Masubia Cultural Festival
Staff Reporter PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians to preserve their cultural heritage while promoting national unity, youth empowerment and economic development, saying the country’s diverse cultures should remain a source of strength rather than division. The President made the remarks on Saturday during the Masubia Cultural Festival in Bukalo, Zambezi Region, held under ... The post President calls for unity, cultural preservation at revived Masubia Cultural Festival appe
N$3.9 million upgrade boosts diagnostic services at Rehoboth hospital
Staff Reporter MORE than 53,000 residents of Rehoboth and surrounding communities are expected to benefit from improved healthcare services following the official inauguration of a new N$3.93 million Radiology and Laboratory Unit at St. Mary’s Hospital. The upgraded facility, inaugurated by Minister of Health and Social Services Dr Esperance Luvindao, forms part of the ongoing ... The post N$3.9 million upgrade boosts diagnostic services at Rehoboth hospital appeared first on Informanté .
Law to create trade commission advances
The government has made progress in establishing the International Trade Management Commission. The commission will oversee trade remedies, tariff investigations and the administration of import and export controls. International relations and trade minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi gave an update on this at the Ministry of International Relations and Trade’s mid-year diplomatic briefing in Windhoek on Friday. […] The post Law to create trade commission advances appeared first on The Namibian .
No appointments made for Namibia Air yet – ministry
The Ministry of Works and Transport says no leadership appointments have been made for the planned national airline, Namibia Air, dismissing reports linking individuals to top positions. The ministry’s response follows on a statement on Thursday by Independent Patriots for Change parliamentarian Nelson Kalangula, who accused the government of rewarding public officials implicated in governance […] The post No appointments made for Namibia Air yet – ministry appeared first on The Namibian .
Government to roll out electronic IDs in September to drive digital services
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA is set to begin rolling out electronic identity (E-ID) cards in September 2026 as part of efforts to modernise public service delivery, strengthen digital security and support the country’s e-government programme. Officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS) and the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) outlined ... The post Government to roll out electronic IDs in September to drive digital services appeared first on Informanté .
Providing education under trying conditions
A SCHOOL for San children outside Tsumeb is setting the example of 'doing it yourself' if the government is not forthcoming in providing basic needs for […]
Koevoet soldiers treated like aliens: Kaura
FORMER South West Africa Territorial Force (SWATF) and Koevoet soldiers are treated like aliens in their own country, DTA president Katuutire Kaura said on Wednesday.Kaura said […]
Namibia’s meat exports surpass N$1.4 billion in first five months of 2026
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA exported meat worth N$1.43 billion during the first five months of this year, underscoring the continued resilience of the country’s agricultural export sector. The figures were announced by the Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, during the Mid-Year Diplomatic Briefing in Windhoek. The briefing outlined key policy developments, trade performance, ... The post Namibia’s meat exports surpass N$1.4 billion in first five months of 2026 appea
Ohangwena backs Pohamba centre heritage nomination
The Hifikepunye Pohamba Community Resource Centre at Okanghudi village in the Ondobe constituency has been nominated to become a national heritage site. The nomination was discussed at a stakeholders’ consultative meeting held at Eenhana on Thursday. The proposed declaration covers three heritage features at the centre: the historic tree, the statue of former president Hifikepunye […] The post Ohangwena backs Pohamba centre heritage nomination appeared first on The Namibian .
Namibia intensifies tourism, investment drive in Botswana
Sostenus Wilherm The Namibia Tourism Board (NTB), in partnership with the Namibian High Commission to Botswana and the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), is showcasing Destination Namibia and promoting investment opportunities during a series of strategic engagements in Gaborone. The programme brings together government officials, investors, diplomats and tourism stakeholders to strengthen bilateral […]
Namibian Leaders Rally Team Ahead of Commonwealth Games
Team Namibia received a morale-boosting visit from senior government and sporting leaders ahead of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, reaffirming the
Nekundi assesses Kunene roads
Kaviveterue Virere OPUWO – Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi on Wednesday assessed the Opuwo-Oruvandjei road in the Kunene region following complaints from communities over poor road conditions affecting motorists and access to essential services. Oruvandjei is located about 55 kilometres from Opuwo, with the affected section of the road passing through Kaoko-Otavi towards Oruvandjei, extending further... The post Nekundi assesses Kunene roads appeared first on New Era .
Ngurare trumpets Africa’s economic independence
Auleria Wakudumo Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has called on African countries to pursue economic freedom as the continent’s next phase of liberation. N
Toini Hausiku: Namibia remembers selfless servant
John Muyamba Andreas Thomas Namibians from all walks of life are united in grief, paying tribute and celebrating the life and times of Toini Mwahangange Hausiku. She died on Sunday. Leading the tributes, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah described her and her late husband as steadfast patriots whose legacy of unity should continue to guide Namibia’s pursuit... The post Toini Hausiku: Namibia remembers selfless servant appeared first on New Era .
Govt Calls for Stronger Institutions to Secure Universal Water and Sanitation by 2063
Government has called for stronger public institutions, improved accountability and closer collaboration between all stakeholders to achieve universal access
AR student command slams exclusion of Namcol learners from subsidised education
Allexer Namundjembo The Affirmative Repositioning (AR) student command has criticised the government’s decision not to subsidise learners who enrol at the Namibia College of Open Learning (Namcol) or other institutions to improve their Grade 11 and 12 results, arguing that the move undermines the constitutional right to education. Speaking to the Windhoek Observer on Thursday, […]
IPC questions public sector appointments
Sostenus Wilherm The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has called for an urgent review of senior appointments in the public sector, alleging that the government continues to appoint or retain officials who have previously been implicated in forensic investigations and disciplinary proceedings. The party says the practice is eroding accountability and weakening state institutions. IPC […]
YOUNG OBSERVER | ‘Hear us before we break’: Youth speak on teenage pregnancy and mental health
Patience Makwele Young Namibians have called for greater support from parents, schools and government, saying many of the challenges they face, including teenage pregnancy, anxiety and mental health struggles, are worsened when adults fail to listen to them. The youth voices emerged during the national commemoration of World Population Day 2026 in Windhoek, where learners […]
Questions mount over N$39.5m US agriculture AI deal
Analysts urge transparency, local participation and safeguards as government defends strategic partnership Patience Makwele The government’s decision to award a N$39.5 million (US$2.4 million) artificial intelligence-powered agricultural monitoring contract to American technology company 6th Grain Corporation has sparked growing calls for greater transparency, with analysts questioning whether sufficient safeguards are in place to protect Namibia’s […]
Never ever, not now in the memory of fellow descendant, Dr Omo Kustaa
We have come a long way to let it go. Never ever, not now. As much as we have reached the Rubicon, this is not the time to push back and retreat, shift sideways, or incline in the slightest towards entertaining the Joint Declaration (JD) bilateral political razzmatazz of our Namibian government and its German counterpart.
Zaamwani raises concerns over inflated government infrastructure prices
Staff Reporter THE Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Inge Zaamwani, has criticised public officials responsible for the procurement process for government infrastructure contracts, revealing that the prices charged to government for construction and installation work are often five times higher than those offered to private-sector clients and individuals. “Apparently, there are two ... The post Zaamwani raises concerns over inflated government infrastructure prices appea
Phillipus Katamelo calls for united African action to address Sudan crisis
Staff Reporter PHILLIPUS Wido Katamelo, Chairperson of the Pan-African Parliament Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution, has called for coordinated African-led efforts to address the ongoing security crisis in Sudan, warning that the conflict’s humanitarian consequences and human rights violations cannot be ignored. Katamelo made the remarks during a joint sitting of the ... The post Phillipus Katamelo calls for united African action to address Sudan crisis ap
Women entrepreneurs to benefit from UN digital entrepreneurship initiative
Staff Reporter THE United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) has launched a regional initiative to strengthen women’s participation in the digital economy in Namibia, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia and the Republic of Congo by equipping female entrepreneurs with digital and financial skills while helping governments develop more inclusive digital policies. The four-year initiative, titled Fostering ... The post Women entrepreneurs to benefit from UN digital entrepreneurship initiative appear
Decade-long reporting delays leave child protection policies reactive
Namibia's child protection system has been hampered by decade-long reporting delays that have limited government's ability to respond proactively to emerging threats facing childre...