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Nored bleeds N$4.5m in copper theft... Onaanda, Oshikuku, Onandjamba, Outapi, Tsandi hotspots
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA - Copper cable theft has resulted in direct annual losses of about N$4.5 million, with 671 theft incidents reported this year across si
Khumub calls opportunities for disabled persons
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA - Deputy Minister in the Office of the Vice President, Moses Khumub, has called for meaningful opportunities for persons with disabilit
Education researchers told to shape budget
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA- Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge has called on education researchers to provide evidence-based solutions that can guide government polici
Namibiab ge !auga!hūga xu ǂûna ǁamaǂgâxa-ūsa nî ǀû
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVAS – ǂKhari-tsî-ǁAegub ǀnōb ǂgari-aon ge ǀgaisa ǂgansa !hū!nāsi ǂkhâ!nâs !aroma ra dī, Namibiab !auga!hūgu ai ǂû
Ohangwena: Namibia’s GBV capital
ONGWEDIVA - Namibia recorded 6 304 gender-based violence (GBV)-related cases during the 2025/26 financial year. Ohangwena accounted for 654 cases, emerging a
Kangweson wins double at Ngoma
ONGWEDIVA - Music has shaped Paulus Leo Nghilifilwa’s life, sustained his dreams and ultimately made him the artist he is today. Known to music lovers as K
Oshakati’s sewage fishing survival stench
OSHAKATI – The sight of fish swimming in Oshakati’s sewage ponds has become difficult to ignore for some unemployed residents struggling to put food on the table. They know the water is contaminated. They know the risks. Yet hunger and unemployment continue to drive some Oshakati residents to fish in sewage ponds. The practice, which... The post Oshakati’s sewage fishing survival stench appeared first on New Era .
Oshana burns, 41 846 hectares up in flames
The Oshana region has suffered a loss of 41 846 hectares of land to veld fires so far this year, with the majority of the damage occurring in August, according to reports from the...
Okapya Liner apologises after fatal Ondangwa bus crash
Staff Reporter THE management of Okapya Liner Transport has issued a public apology and condolences following a fatal road accident in Ondangwa on Tuesday, in which one person died on the spot and six others were injured. One of Okapya Liner’s Iveco buses veered into roadside vendors. In addition to the fatality and six injuries, ... The post Okapya Liner apologises after fatal Ondangwa bus crash appeared first on Informanté .
‘Namibia must stop importing food’
ν Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – Small-scale farmers are calling for stronger support for local agricultural production, saying increased domestic food production is key to reducing Namibia’s dependence on imported produce and strengthening food security. Othithiya Farmers Cooperative member Punenaye Tjavanga, a farmer from the Etunda Irrigation Scheme, said she ventured into agriculture more than 10... The post ‘Namibia must stop importing food’ appeared first on New Era .
Woman arrested, newborn found in latrine
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – A 25-year-old Angolan national was arrested after allegedly giving birth to a baby boy and throwing him into an old pit latrine at Iihanguti village in the Elim constituency on Tuesday. Omusati police commander Commissioner Ismael Basson said that the incident was reported at about 09h30 after the woman’s housemates became... The post Woman arrested, newborn found in latrine appeared first on New Era .
SA entrepreneur eyes Namibian atchar market
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – A South African entrepreneur from Limpopo Province is seeking opportunities to expand her atchar business into Namibia while promot
Okapya Liner apologises after Ondangwa crash
Sostenus Wilherm Okapya Liner Transport Management has apologised to the family of one deceased person and the six injured people in a road accident in Ondangwa on 1 September 2026, as well as to other street vendors and property owners affected by the crash. In a statement issued on Thursday, the company expressed its “deepest […]
Oshana loses 38 000 ha to fire
Victoria Immanuel Oshakati – More than 200 000 hectares (ha) were affected by veld fires in Namibia’s northern regions during the last fire season, with
Local inventor needs wings
Max Henrich OSHAKATI – A self-taught inventor from Okapya village in the Oshana region is appealing to the government for support to develop his inventions
Ondangwa roadside vendors decry limited spaces…deadly accident leaves one dead, six injured
Victoria Immanuel Ondangwa – An investigation into Tuesday afternoon’s fatal accident in Ondangwa has found that a silver VW sedan allegedly made an unsafe lane change before colliding with an Iveco bus. This caused the bus driver to lose control and crash into roadside vendors. The accident happened at about 16h30 on the main road... The post Ondangwa roadside vendors decry limited spaces…deadly accident leaves one dead, six injured appeared first on New Era .
3 000 applicants flood Omuthiya...council targets dormant plots
Max Henrich ONGWEDIVA – More than 3 000 people are awaiting land allocation in Omuthiya, with the town council now prioritising applicants who are committe
Three northern entrepreneurs advance in Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off
The spirit of entrepreneurship and community enterprise was on full display in Oshakati recently as 47 aspiring and established kapana vendors competed in the northern preliminary round of the Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off.
Youth praise Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair
ONGWEDIVA – Young people have praised the just concluded Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair (OATF), saying the event gave them an opportunity to learn, interact with
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Lady Justice Marlene Antoinette Tommasi was formally sworn in as an acting judge of the High Court on 1 September 2026. Her appointment is effective from 1 September until 31 December 2026. The oath of office was administered in Oshakati by Deputy Judge-President Justice Hannelie Prinsloo. Justice Tommasi will serve at the High Court’s Northern […]
One dead, four injured as bus ploughs into Ondangwa vendors
Sostenus Wilherm One person died on the spot while four others were injured after an Iveco bus ploughed into roadside vendors in Ondangwa on Tuesday afternoon. Oshana Regional Police Commander Commissioner Andreas Shilelo confirmed the incident, saying one of the four injured victims are in critical condition. The injured were rushed to hospital for medical […]
One dead, four injured after bus ploughs into vendors at Ondangwa
Staff Reporter ONE person died on the spot and four others were injured on Tuesday afternoon after an Iveco bus crashed into roadside vendors at Ondangwa. Regional Police Commander Commissioner Andreas Shilelo confirmed that the four injured were rushed to hospital, with one in critical condition. Two stationary vehicles were also damaged in the accident. ... The post One dead, four injured after bus ploughs into vendors at Ondangwa appeared first on Informanté .
Former military base cleaner granted bail, corruption case postponed to next year
Staff Reporter CLAUDIA Hatutale, a 46-year-old former cleaner at the Namibia Defence Force base in Ondangwa, has appeared in the town’s Magistrate’s Court on corruption charges and was granted bail of N$10,000. Her case was postponed to 24 February 2027 to allow her to secure legal representation. Hatutale was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Commission in ... The post Former military base cleaner granted bail, corruption case postponed to next year appeared first on Informanté .
Matundu urges SMEs to pursue regional markets
ONGWEDIVA – Deputy Minister of International Relations and Trade Jenelly Matundu has urged Namibian SMEs to use the Ongwediva Business Forum to pursue regional markets, forge partnerships and expand their businesses beyond Namibia’s borders. Speaking at the Ongwediva Business Forum 2026 earlier this week, Matundu said that businesses should move beyond simply exhibiting products and... The post Matundu urges SMEs to pursue regional markets appeared first on New Era .
Limpopo seeks stronger trade ties with Namibia
ONGWEDIVA – Limpopo Province in South Africa is seeking to strengthen trade and investment relations with Namibia through improved cross-border logistics, stronger business partnerships and increased access to regional markets. Chief director of trade and sector development, Tshilidzi Mathobo, said that stronger cooperation between the two countries could unlock opportunities across key economic sectors. Presenting... The post Limpopo seeks stronger trade ties with Namibia appeared first on New
Paratus targets northern regions for expansion
Elizabeth Likoro Paratus is expanding its customer touchpoints and reseller network to the northern towns such as Oshakati, Ondangwa and Ongwediva, which the company has identified as key commercial corridors. Patratus showcased its presence at this year’s Ongwediva Trade Fair which took place last week, where they engaged with customers and explored connectivity solutions for... The post Paratus targets northern regions for expansion appeared first on New Era .
Former Oluno Military Base cleaner arrested over alleged N$55 850 job scam
Patience Makwele The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has arrested a 46-year-old former cleaner at Oluno Military Base over allegations that she collected more than N$55 850 from job seekers by promising to secure cleaning jobs within the ministry of defence and veterans affairs. According to ACC, Tayilombuele Claudia Hatutale was arrested in Oshakati on 27 August […]
Before we look beyond our borders, let us get our house in order
Deputy minister of education, innovation, youth, sports, arts and culture Dino Ballotti has thrown down an important challenge to Namibian entrepreneurs: stop thinking of Namibia’s three million people as the limit of your market. Speaking at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia’s Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship Breakfast in Oshakati, Ballotti urged entrepreneurs to use technology […]
Okahao fails AG’s litmus test
ONGWEDIVA – Auditor General (AG) Junias Kandjeke has issued an adverse audit opinion to the Okahao Town Council over material misstatements, unsupported adjus
Shikwaya denied bail in Shiweda murder case
UPDATE: The Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court has denied bail to murder accused Petrus Shikwaya. Shikwaya is charged with murder and conspiracy in connection with the killing of prosecutor Justine Shiweda, who died in February following an acid attack in October 2025. Shikwaya is the nephew of former police officer Abner Mateus, who allegedly decided to assassinate ... The post Shikwaya denied bail in Shiweda murder case appeared first on Informanté .
Nandi-Ndaitwah to officially open Olufuko Annual Cultural Festival
ONGWEDIVA- President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is set to officially open the 2026 Olufuko Annual Cultural Festival today, at the Olufuko Centre in Outapi, with the
Olushandje farmers expand markets, boost food security
ONGWEDIVA- The Olushandje Horticulture Producers Association is creating new opportunities for small-scale farmers by supplying fresh produce to schools and hos
Cran, Nored sign MoU to advance digital connectivity
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) and Nored Electricity (Pty) Ltd signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 25 August 2026 in Ondangwa, marking a significant step towards strengthening cooperation to support Namibia’s digital transformation, rural connectivity, and socio-economic development goals. The five-year non-binding agreement sets out a framework for collaboration between the two... The post Cran, Nored sign MoU to advance digital connectivity appeared first o
CRAN and NORED sign MoU to advance digital connectivity and infrastructure development
Staff Reporter The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) and NORED Electricity (Pty) Ltd signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 25 August 2026 in Ondangwa, marking a significant step towards strengthening cooperation in support of Namibia’s digital transformation, rural connectivity, and socio-economic development goals. The five-year non-binding agreement establishes a framework for collaboration between ... The post CRAN and NORED sign MoU to advance digital connectivity
Man fatally shot over cellphone theft
OSHAKATI – A 23-year-old man was allegedly shot and killed by a police officer after reportedly robbing someone of a cellphone at Etango Mall in Oshakati last Thursday. The deceased has been identified as Titus Titus, a resident of Uupindi. According to Oshana police commander, Commissioner Andreas Shilelo, the incident followed an alleged cellphone robbery.... The post Man fatally shot over cellphone theft appeared first on New Era .
Paratus plans new shop in Oshakati
Paratus Namibia will soon open a new shop at Yetu Mall in Oshakati, providing customers in Oshakati and surrounding areas with a convenient location to discuss their connectivity requirements, access product and coverage information, sign up for services, and obtain SIMs and devices, including eSIMs.
MTC allocates N$624.9m in expenditure commitment
Elizabeth Likoro MTC has reaffirmed its commitment to support Namibia’s socio-economic development through digital infrastructure investment, Corporate Social Investment initiatives and strategic partnerships. This was announced at the official opening of 25th Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair on Sunday. MTC’s role in expanding Namibia’s telecommunications infrastructure highlights the company’s N$624.9 million capital expenditure commitment for the... The post MTC allocates N$624.9m in expenditure co
Namibia must think beyond its borders
The message from Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture Dino Ballotti to Namibian entrepreneurs is both timely and necessary: Namibia’s small population should not become a ceiling on the ambitions of its businesses. Speaking at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia’s (CRAN) Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship Breakfast in Oshakati, Ballotti urged […]
Ballotti challenges entrepreneurs to look beyond Namibia
Patience Makwele Deputy minister of education, innovation, youth, sports, arts and culture Dino Ballotti has challenged Namibian entrepreneurs to look beyond the country’s small domestic market and use digital technology to target customers across the region. Speaking during the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia’s (CRAN) second Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship Breakfast in Oshakati on Monday […]
Tsumeb cracks down on illegal fencing, land occupation
ONGWEDIVA – The Tsumeb Municipality has intensified efforts to address illegal fencing and unauthorised occupation of municipal land. Kuvukiland, Samstaan and Soweto identified as the most affected areas.The municipality has removed more than five illegal fences in Kuvukiland so far, while one enforcement case is pending in Soweto and another in Samstaan. Several additional cases... The post Tsumeb cracks down on illegal fencing, land occupation appeared first on New Era .