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Namibia set for three-match ODI Cricket series against South Africa
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA will return to action against South Africa on Wednesday when the two sides begin a three-match One-Day International (ODI) series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. The series will give the FNB Eagles an opportunity to build on their performances against the Proteas during the recently concluded T20I Tri-Series, while testing ... The post Namibia set for three-match ODI Cricket series against South Africa appeared first on Informanté .
Nedbank Citi Dash draws runners to Windhoek
The sixth edition of the Nedbank Citi Dash brought together competitive athletes, recreational runners and young participants for a morning of road running thro
‘Common sense cannot be legislated’ – Ngurare
Patience Makwele Prime minister Elijah Ngurare has warned that Namibia’s public-service recruitment system risks being undermined by tribalism, favouritism and corruption, alleging that some jobs are decided before interview panels meet. Speaking at the Government Human Resource Conference in Windhoek on Monday, Ngurare said he had received reports of applicants paying panel members for positions, […]
Sankwasa rejects Divundu CEO’s appeal for contract renewal
Sostenus Wilherm Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa has rejected Divundu Village Council’s appeal to have chief executive officer Athanasius Ndjamba Maghumbo’s five-year contract renewed, making it clear that the council’s challenge is unlikely to change his decision. Sankwasa told the Windhoek Observer that Maghumbo’s contract will not be renewed, regardless of whether the […]
City Lodge adjusted HEPS could rise by up to 24%
City Lodge Hotels expects adjusted headline earnings per share (HEPS) for the financial year ended 30 June 2026 to increase by as much as 24%, reflecting a stronger underlying operating performance compared with the previous financial year. The group owns the 147-room Town Lodge Windhoek.
Havana se ‘doodloopstraat’
Stad Windhoek kry die wind van voor in sy pogings om die vierrigtingkruising in die Havana-woonbuurt te voltooi, met families wat in die omgewing woon, wat weier om te trek.Dit het...
5th SDAs celebrate driving a more sustainable future
Namibia’s commitment to sustainable development took center stage last week evening when the Development Advisory Council and stakeholders, hosted the 5th Sustainable Development Awards Gala Ceremony at the Mercure Hotel Windhoek. Held under the theme “Empowering Namibian Youth for a Sustainable Future,” the Awards recognised individuals, institutions, organisations and communities whose leadership, innovation and commitment... The post 5th SDAs celebrate driving a more sustainable future appear
Psalms 23 brings hope to Naoaspoort residents
Three women have established a community soup kitchen at Farm Naoaspoort, about 60 kilometres south of Windhoek, to provide meals to some of the settlement’s
Court Briefs
Iuze Mukube A roundup of reported cases from Namibian courts this week: Amushelelo The Windhoek High Court has ordered self-styled social activist Michael Amushelelo to apologise and stop publishing defamatory statements about former police inspector general Joseph Shikongo. The order follows his conviction for contempt of court after he deliberately breached a 2024 settlement, which... The post Court Briefs appeared first on New Era .
Judge warns against abusing courts
Iuze Mukube An exception against a man who sought more than N$70 million in compensation and restitution against Bank Windhoek for alleged fraudulent banking practices has been upheld in the Windhoek High Court. In upholding the exception, Acting Judge David Mangota stressed that litigation is not child’s play. He stated that litigation is serious business... The post Judge warns against abusing courts appeared first on New Era .
Govt commits to fix disability assessment crisis
Sostenus Wilherm The government has moved to overhaul a disability assessment system that has been plagued by delays, inconsistent criteria and administrative hurdles, with Vice President Lucia Witbooi warning that the process meant to unlock social protection must never become a barrier to those who need it most. Witbooi made the remarks in Windhoek on […]
Vandalism threatens to derail development in Moses //Garoëb constituency
Sostenus Wilherm Moses //Garoëb’s development drive is being affected by vandalism, with stolen cables, broken communal taps and illegal electricity connections forcing the City of Windhoek to spend money fixing damage instead of expanding services. Speaking at a public meeting in the constituency on Saturday, City of Windhoek councillor Jesaya Ikali warned that the destruction […]
Weekend robberies leave five victims tied up
Staff Reporter ARMED suspects tied up robbery victims in separate incidents in Windhoek and Walvis Bay over the weekend, while a security guard in Onethindi was robbed of her service firearm, according to the Namibian Police weekend crime report. In Klein Windhoek, four armed suspects allegedly broke into a residence at Ludwigsdrop in the early ... The post Weekend robberies leave five victims tied up appeared first on Informanté .
Matyayi eis verskoning
Stad Windhoek se uitvoerende hoof, Moses Matyayi, eis 'n openbare verskoning of alternatiewelik skadevergoeding van N$500 000 elk van drie stadsraadslede oor wat hy beskryf as vals...
Begin met wat jy het
Sy is nie iemand wat glo jy moet ryk, magtig of beroemd wees om ‘n verskil te kan maak nie. Jy begin met wat jy het, sê Kirstie Strydom van Windhoek, Ms Face of Hope Namibia 2026....
Matyayi demands apology, threatens N$1.5m lawsuit over 'defamatory' claims
City of Windhoek chief executive Moses Matyayi is demanding public apologies from three councillors over what he describes as false and defamatory allegations concerning his conduc...
South Africa win T20I Cricket Tri-Series after crushing Zimbabwe by 48 runs
Staff Reporter SOUTH AFRICA won the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series after defeating Zimbabwe by 48 runs in the final at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Sunday. Zimbabwe, chasing 206 for victory, were bowled out for 157 in 17.6 overs after a disastrous start saw them slump to 25/4 inside the Powerplay. Duan Jansen ... The post South Africa win T20I Cricket Tri-Series after crushing Zimbabwe by 48 runs appeared first on Informanté .
South Africa post 205/5 in T20I Cricket tri-series final
Staff Reporter SOUTH AFRICA posted 205/5 after being sent in to bat by Zimbabwe in the T20I Cricket Tri-Series final at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Sunday, setting Zimbabwe a target of 206 runs for victory. The Proteas made a flying start through Jordan Hermann and Connor Esterhuizen, who put on 84 for ... The post South Africa post 205/5 in T20I Cricket tri-series final appeared first on Informanté .
Woman dies by suicide in Hochland Park
Sostenus Wilherm A 24-year-old woman, identified as Catlin Beukes, allegedly hanged herself at a residence in Kelkiewyn Street, Hochland Park, Windhoek, on Saturday. According to police, the incident occurred at around 14h30 following an alleged argument between Beukes and her husband outside their home. She reportedly went inside the main bedroom, where she hanged herself […]
Minister Iipumbu launches new 5-year employment permit for investors
Staff Reporter IN a move aimed at making Namibia more attractive to investors, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security launched a new employment permit to conduct business, with a validity of up to five years. Minister Lucia Iipumbu announced the reform in Windhoek on Tuesday, saying that the new permit and revised ... The post Minister Iipumbu launches new 5-year employment permit for investors appeared first on Informanté .
Namibia set new T20I Cricket record despite South Africa defeat
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA’s FNB Eagles set a new T20 Cricket International record for an Associate nation against a Full Member when they faced South Africa in Windhoek on Friday. Namibia posted 217/3 in their 20 overs after South Africa had made 228/4, recording the highest-ever T20I total by an Associate side against a Full Member ... The post Namibia set new T20I Cricket record despite South Africa defeat appeared first on Informanté .
YOUNG OBSERVER | Muteka urges youth not to chase social media fame
Patience Makwele Namibia’s young people have been challenged to move beyond social media popularity and use their influence to create meaningful change in their communities. The call was made by National Council vice-chairperson Emma Muteka during the opening of the fourth junior National Council session in Windhoek on Monday, where 42 school-going learners from all […]
Namibia fall 11 runs short against South Africa
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA fell agonisingly short of a record chase against South Africa on Friday, losing by 11 runs after a spirited run chase in the final round-robin match of the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. Chasing 229 for victory, Namibia raced to 217 for three from their 20 ... The post Namibia fall 11 runs short against South Africa appeared first on Informanté .
Namibia face must-win clash against South Africa for Cricket Tri-Series final spot
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA face a must-win clash against South Africa this afternoon as they look to secure their place in the final of the 2026 T20I Cricket Tri-Series at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. The hosts won the toss and elected to field first, knowing that victory would guarantee their place in the final, ... The post Namibia face must-win clash against South Africa for Cricket Tri-Series final spot appeared first on Informanté .
NamWater issues water shortage alert for one of the key dams supplying central areas
Staff Reporter THE Namibia Water Corporation Ltd (NamWater) has issued an urgent water shortage alert for Omatako Dam, which supplies water to central areas such as Windhoek and Okahandja. Lot Ndamanomhata, NamWater spokesperson, said that NamWater urgently informs all customers, stakeholders and communities supplied through the Omatako–Von Bach Pipeline that the water level in Omatako ... The post NamWater issues water shortage alert for one of the key dams supplying central areas appeared firs
CST Expo gets N$250 000 boost
Bank Windhoek has invested N$250 000 in Namibia’s first Creative Sport Tourism (CST) Expo, supporting an initiative to promote small businesses, tourism and the country’s creative industries. The three-day expo, which opened on Wednesday at the Hage Geingob Stadium, brings together the creative, sport and tourism sectors on a single platform to create business opportunities,... The post CST Expo gets N$250 000 boost appeared first on New Era .
ECB’s online platform to fast-track embedded applications… gives nationwide visibility of rooftop solar, distributed power
The Electricity Control Board (ECB) launched Namibia’s Embedded Generation Online Application Platform on Tuesday in Windhoek. The platform is a new digital s
Opinion – Mental health bill must turn equity into equal access
As Namibia strengthens its legal framework for mental healthcare through the Mental Health Bill, equity must be central to its implementation. Mental healthcare should not be a privilege determined by where a person lives. Every Namibian, whether in an urban centre such as Khomas or in a remote rural community such as Epembe in the... The post Opinion – Mental health bill must turn equity into equal access appeared first on New Era .
Opinion
For many Namibians, the dream of owning a home is slowly becoming a financial nightmare. Across the country, and particularly in Windhoek, housing has become on
City of Windhoek introduces permit system for heavy vehicles
Staff Reporter The City of Windhoek is stepping up efforts to regulate the movement of heavy vehicles within the capital through the implementation of a Heavy Vehicle Access and Permit System. “The system is being introduced in response to the growing impact of heavy vehicles on the urban road network, including accelerated road deterioration, increased ... The post City of Windhoek introduces permit system for heavy vehicles appeared first on Informanté .
Creditors continue to haunt Malakia Elindi as Bank Windhoek comes for BMW debt
Staff Reporter BANK Windhoek has brought a summary judgment application against embattled businessman Malakia Elindi, in which it seeks to recoup over N$2.7 million, which had been used to buy a luxury BMW vehicle. Malakia Elindi, along with his brother Peter Elindi, were arrested alongside several others in July 2025 in the fraud and corruption ... The post Creditors continue to haunt Malakia Elindi as Bank Windhoek comes for BMW debt appeared first on Informanté .
Zimbabwe stun Namibia to keep Cricket Tri-Series final hopes alive
Staff Reporter ZIMBABWE kept their hopes of reaching the T20I Cricket Tri-Series final alive after defeating Namibia by five wickets at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek on Thursday, chasing down 157 with 11 balls to spare. Namibia struggled early after being sent in to bat, slipping to 26 for three during the Powerplay as ... The post Zimbabwe stun Namibia to keep Cricket Tri-Series final hopes alive appeared first on Informanté .
Namibia post 156/6 against Zimbabwe in crucial Cricket Tri-Series clash
Staff Reporter NAMIBIA posted 156 for six after 20 overs against Zimbabwe in a crucial T20I Cricket Tri-Series encounter at the Namibia Cricket Ground in Windhoek. Captain Gerhard Erasmus led the way with a composed half-century, scoring 67 runs, while Alexander Volschenk contributed 29 as Namibia recovered from a difficult start after Zimbabwe won the ... The post Namibia post 156/6 against Zimbabwe in crucial Cricket Tri-Series clash appeared first on Informanté .
Indian tea exhibition to be held in Windhoek
The High Commission of India in Windhoek will host an exhibition on Indian tea at Grove Mall from 3 to 9 September 2026. The exhibition, the first Indian tea exhibition to be held in Namibia, will showcase the heritage, diversity and cultural significance of Indian tea, including varieties from Assam, Darjeeling and Nilgiri. “The exhibition... The post Indian tea exhibition to be held in Windhoek appeared first on New Era .
Cran launches digital trust system for safer online services
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) has launched a new digital trust initiative to make online transactions and services more secure for citizens, businesses, and government institutions. The initiative, called DigiNam: Trust is Now Digital, was officially launched yesterday in Windhoek and is expected to support Namibia’s move towards a secure digital economy. DigiNam... The post Cran launches digital trust system for safer online services appeared first on New Era .
City Police Traffic Tips
Katrina Nomboga The presence of heavy trucks parked in residential areas of Windhoek is a growing concern that demands the attention of both the Windhoek C
Nedbank Citi Dash attracts 2 000 runners
The biggest running event on the spring calendar, the Nedbank Citi Dash, will take place on Sunday at the Windhoek High School (WHS) Vegkop Stadium. The sixt
Gurirab wins Sanlam Allianz Stableford competition
Toady Gurirab claimed overall honours at the Sanlam Allianz Divisional Individual Stableford Competition held at the Windhoek Golf Club over the weekend. Gur
Venaani questions govt coordination over phosphate ECC
Sostenus Wilherm Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani has accused the government of failing to coordinate its own affairs after the ministry of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform appealed an environmental clearance certificate granted to Namibian Marine Phosphate (NMP) for its controversial Sandpiper Marine Phosphate Project. Speaking to the Windhoek Observer on Wednesday, Venaani […]
One man’s trash is another’s treasure… man turns waste pipes into jewellery
For Matamu Moses, worn-out pipes are more than discarded materials. They are the raw materials he uses to make traditional bracelets that have supported his livelihood for years. Moses, who sells his handmade bracelets at Havana 4 Way in Windhoek, produces them in bulk and supplies them to traders, who then sell them individually to... The post One man’s trash is another’s treasure… man turns waste pipes into jewellery appeared first on New Era .