Owner of Indonesian coal mining giant Bayan Resources in talks over sale
The owner of Indonesia’s PT Bayan Resources is in talks to sell a majority stake in the $28-billion miner to a consortium led by a rival tycoon, in what could be one of the country’s biggest coal deals. Billionaire Low Tuck Kwong — who owns 40% of Bayan, with a further 22% stake held by his daughter — is negotiating with potential buyers led by Indonesian businessman Andi Syamsuddin Arsyad, better known as Haji Isam, according to people familiar with the matter. Other parties have also expressed interest, one of the people said, asking not to be named as discussions are not public.
2026-08-26 07:16:00

South African miners accelerate shift to renewable power to cut Eskom reliance
South Africa's mining firms are accelerating investment in renewable energy as they seek to diversify power sources, cut costs and meet decarbonisation targets, marking a shift after decades of reliance on state utility Eskom. Anglo American and Sibanye-Stillwater are among the firms reducing their dependence on a national grid dominated by ageing coal-fired power plants that has struggled in recent years to keep Africa's most advanced economy running.
2026-08-26 07:13:00

Brazil miner Samarco eyes regaining second-largest iron-ore pellet exporter spot in 2028
Brazilian miner Samarco, a joint venture between Vale and BHP, expects to regain the position of world's second-largest exporter of iron-ore pellets starting in 2028, the firm's CEO Rodrigo Vilela said on Tuesday. Samarco has fallen in the pellet exporters ranking, which is led by Vale, after halting some operations following the deadly collapse of its Fundao tailings dam in 2015.
2026-08-26 07:09:00

Dolly Parton dies at 80
Staff Writer Country music legend and cultural icon Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80, her family has announced. Parton, whose career spanned more than six decades, leaves behind a legacy of music, film, business and philanthropy. She was the voice behind timeless hits including “Jolene,” “9 to 5” and “I Will Always [...]
2026-08-26 07:05:08

Metro 2039 Developers on How Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Changed Their Plans
"We wanted to tell what happens when war comes to you." After finishing the four-or-so-hour preview build of Metro 2039, the upcoming first-person shooter sequel from Ukrainian developer 4A Games and falling completely in love with it , I reached out to the team to ask some questions about how they've approached the latest entry in their post-apocalyptic franchise – both ...
2026-08-26 07:02:00

CSIR tests digital rock-sounding technology at Harmony Gold’s Mponeng Mine
South Africa's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), through the Mandela Mining Precinct's advanced orebody knowledge programme, has completed an underground proof-of-concept field test of an innovative acoustic rock-sounding application has been completed at Harmony Gold's Mponeng Mine. Mponeng is the deepest mine in the world.
2026-08-25 05:15:00

ECB rates most electricity infrastructure poor
Most of Namibia’s regional electricity distribution infrastructure has been classified as poor, with the //Kharas, Hardap and Omaheke regions identified as facing a high risk of continued non-compliance.
2026-08-25 04:31:37

Construction of the N$160m Buchter Mall in Lüderitz starts
Construction of the N$160 million Buchter Mall in Lüderitz has officially started following the handover of the development site to main contractor Afrideca Construction Namibia (Pty) Ltd on 18 August 2026.
2026-08-25 04:25:45

Strengthening the bridge between diplomacy and business
Nedbank Namibia brought together members of the Diplomatic Corps, government representatives, and business leaders in Windhoek recently to strengthen stakeholder relationships and support greater cross-border engagement.
2026-08-25 04:22:14

Mulunga takes over REIAoN chairmanship
The Renewable Energy Industry Association of Namibia (REIAoN) has appointed Paulus Mulunga as its new chairperson, with the renewable energy industry leader pledging to position the association as a central private-sector coordinating force and unified voice for Namibia’s renewable energy sector.
2026-08-25 04:19:52

Momentum wins best life company award for third consecutive year
Momentum Metropolitan Namibia has been named best life company in Momentum Group’s Africa segment for the third consecutive year.
2026-08-25 04:17:54

Namibia, Barbados, Thailand join the FATF Guest Initiative
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has welcomed Barbados, Namibia and Thailand as participants in the FATF-Style Regional Body (FSRB) Guest Initiative.
2026-08-25 04:15:27

AFDB approves US$265 funding to Lobito Economic Corridor
The board of directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved a US$255 million loan from the African Development Fund and a $10 million grant from the Rome Process/Mattei Plan Financing Facility to support Zambia’s participation in the Lobito Corridor development initiative.
2026-08-25 04:13:56

El Niño is not the real risk, unpreparedness is
As forecasts increasingly point toward the potential development of an El Niño weather pattern in 2026/27, discussion across the agricultural sector is once again turning to drought risks, grazing conditions and water availability.
2026-08-25 04:07:15

Producer prices surged by 50.7% in the second quarter
The country’s producer prices surged by 50.7% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, driven largely by sharp increases in mining and quarrying prices, according to the latest Namibia Producer Price Index (NPPI) released by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA).
2026-08-24 03:01:46

FirstRand Namibia expects earnings to rise up to 15%
FirstRand Namibia expects its earnings and headline earnings for the year ended 30 June 2026 to increase by between 10% and 15% compared with the previous financial year, supported by stronger credit performance and growth in lending and deposits.
2026-08-24 03:00:16

JSE N$5m fine against Trustco remains enforceable after tribunal dismissal
The N$5 million fine and public censure imposed on Trustco Group Holdings by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) remain binding and enforceable after the Financial Services Tribunal (FST) dismissed the company’s application for reconsideration.
2026-08-24 02:58:47

Vehicle sales increase 14.6% to 1523 cars in June
Last month saw a decisive recovery, with total vehicle sales of 1 523 units advancing 14.6% year on-year from 1329 units in June 2025 and a robust 30.4% month-on-month from May’s 1168 units.
2026-08-24 02:57:23

NSX’s overall market rises 0.97% as basic materials lead gains
The Namibia Stock Exchange overall market index rose 0.97% in the latest trading session, supported by gains in basic materials and a stable performance from local counters in the week ending 21 August.
2026-08-24 02:54:33

Old Mutual’s N$80 000 investment in brighter futures through padel
Old Mutual Namibia has reaffirmed its commitment to meaningful community development through a sponsorship of N$80 000 towards the third edition of the Standard Bank Padel for Purpose, taking place on 11 and 12 September in Windhoek.
2026-08-24 02:52:57

PSG financial services to delist from Mauritius exchange
Namibia will remain one of the primary markets for PSG Financial Services Limited after the company announced plans to withdraw its ordinary shares from the Official Market of the Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM), while retaining its listings on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE) and the Namibian Securities Exchange (NSX).
2026-08-24 02:51:31

Olise helps Bayern past Dortmund in German Supercup
Michael Olise scored a goal and created another as Bayern Munich won 2-1 at old foes Borussia Dortmund in the season-opening German Supercup on Saturday. After a starring role with France at the World Cup, Olise was Bayern’s most dangerous attacker, regularly tearing down the right flank. He found makeshift midfielder Nathaniel Brown for Bayern’s [...] The post Olise helps Bayern past Dortmund in German Supercup appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-22 21:21:24

Pogacar wins Vuelta a Espana opening stage
Tadej Pogacar stormed to victory in the individual time trial to claim the leader’s red jersey after the first stage of the Vuelta a Espana on Saturday. The Slovenian, aiming to complete a career Grand Tour treble at the Vuelta, where he is the overwhelming favourite, completed the 9.4-kilometre ride a fraction of a second [...] The post Pogacar wins Vuelta a Espana opening stage appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-22 21:08:45

Carrick keeps calm despite Man Utd misery, big spending Spurs crushed
Michael Carrick insisted he would not blast his Manchester United’s flops despite a dismal 2-0 defeat at Hull in their opening game of the Premier League season, while big-spending Tottenham slumped to an embarrassing 3-0 loss against Brentford. Carrick’s side were rocked by first half goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy at the MKM [...] The post Carrick keeps calm despite Man Utd misery, big spending Spurs crushed appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-22 20:57:39

Clinical New Zealand shock wasteful South Africa in first Test
Clinical New Zealand outscored wasteful South Africa by five tries to one for a shock 33-16 victory in Johannesburg on Saturday in the first Test of a four-match series. The Springboks led 13-12 at half-time only to be dominated after the break and finished with 13 players when Marco van Staden and Cobus Reinach were [...] The post Clinical New Zealand shock wasteful South Africa in first Test appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-22 20:34:48

Svetik - Official Release Date Trailer
Take a look at the release date trailer for Svetik, a dark atmospheric 2D top-down Adventure-RPG developed by AEVI Studio.
2026-08-22 18:50:17

17 Minutes of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Campaign Gameplay (4K 60FPS)
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2026-08-21 21:23:20

Ongwediva Trade Fair kicks off
Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair started today, with hundreds of local, national and international exhibitors participating in the nine-day fair. The trade fair is taking place at the Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre. The trade fair will end on 29 August. In the photo: The first day of the trade fair was already teeming with visitors.
2026-08-21 20:19:25

New film captures life and legacy of Bience Gawanas
Filmmaker Othilia Mungoba has launched her latest project, ‘The Encapsulation of Bience Gawanas’. The audio-visual portrait serves as a long-overdue memoir dedicated to one of Namibia’s most formidable figures, highlighting her contributions to the country’s liberation, development and national legacy. The premiere screening of ‘The Encapsulation of Bience Gawanas’ will take place on 28 August [...] The post New film captures life and legacy of Bience Gawanas appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-20 17:56:34

Khomas100 set for record international field
The stage is set for one of the biggest gravel cycling events ever hosted in Namibia, with more than 400 cyclists from 14 countries confirmed for the 2026 Khomas100 this Saturday, 22 August. This year’s Khomas100 carries major international significance as it hosts both the CAC African Continental Gravel Championships and a round of the [...] The post Khomas100 set for record international field appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-20 17:29:11

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2026-08-20 17:07:30

Walvis car wash operators face 14-day eviction
Walvis Bay car wash operators fear losing their businesses and workers’ livelihoods after the municipality gave them 14 days to vacate road reserves along Sam Nujoma Avenue and Independence Road. The municipality posted the notice on Tuesday, saying its assessments found that the businesses were operating without the required municipal approvals and permits. Car wash [...] The post Walvis car wash operators face 14-day eviction appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-20 17:00:00

Government reassures investors on oil industry
The government has reassured oil and gas investors that policy uncertainty will not derail the country’s most advanced offshore oil projects. Speaking at the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference in Windhoek yesterday, mines and energy minister Modestus Amutse called Namibia “a partner that keeps its word”. These comments come as the industry waits for a [...] The post Government reassures investors on oil industry appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-20 17:00:00

Over 11 000 patients admitted for mental illness
Namibia saw 11 489 people admitted for mental health treatment during the 2024/25 financial year, with a total of 91 544 mental health cases reported during the same period. Ministry of Health and Social Services chief health programme officer Magdalena Didalelwa revealed this during a school health task force training at Mariental on Tuesday. Didalelwa [...] The post Over 11 000 patients admitted for mental illness appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-20 17:00:00

Man found guilty of murdering girlfriend at Otjiwarongo
A Man accused of murdering his girlfriend in a knife attack at Otjiwarongo three years ago was found guilty on two charges in the High Court yesterday. From the evidence before her, she could not make any finding other than that murder accused Protasius Kuvirua desired the death of his then girlfriend, Auguste Jonas, when [...] The post Man found guilty of murdering girlfriend at Otjiwarongo appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-20 17:00:00

SHP Accounting Services CC achieves prestigious ACCA accreditation
SHP Accounting Services CC has reached a significant milestone in its growth journey after being accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) as an approved employer. This recognition places the firm among a select group of employers globally that have demonstrated a strong commitment to professional training, staff development, ethical standards and career [...] The post SHP Accounting Services CC achieves prestigious ACCA accreditation appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-19 17:01:58

66% of teen pregnancies from rural areas
Pupils from rural areas make up about 66% of teenage pregnancies in Namibia, while young mothers in rural communities are also less likely to return to school than their urban peers. This is according to a report from the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture’s office of the executive director, in response [...] The post 66% of teen pregnancies from rural areas appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-19 17:00:00

Hengari slashes N$10.2m libel claim against rape complainant
A Lawyer representing former agriculture minister Mac Hengari has slashed the amount of N$10.25 million for which Hengari sued a rape case complainant in the Windhoek High Court. In an amended claim that lawyer Mekumbu Tjiteere, who is representing Hengari, filed at the court last week, changes have been made to the amounts of money [...] The post Hengari slashes N$10.2m libel claim against rape complainant appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-19 17:00:00

Jet fuel crunch puts flights on alert
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) says it is closely monitoring Jet A-1 fuel supply challenges affecting the aviation sector at Hosea Kutako International Airport. NAC spokesperson Dan Kamati on Wednesday said they are working with fuel suppliers, government authorities, airlines and other aviation stakeholders to manage the situation and minimise disruptions to airport operations. “Airport [...] The post Jet fuel crunch puts flights on alert appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-19 17:00:00

‘Middlemen’ blamed for keeping workers poor
Labour hire practices and the use of middlemen are contributing to worker exploitation and poverty in Namibia, the National Assembly parliamentary standing committee on poverty eradication, labour and industrial relations has heard. The committee is assessing employment conditions in the wholesale and retail sectors in the Erongo region this week. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement, [...] The post ‘Middlemen’ blamed for keeping workers poor appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-19 17:00:00

Funky Town struggles to fill boutique slots
The Funky Town Mall, officially known as Khomas Grove Mall, is a landmark retail hub located along Andrew Kloppers and Paul van Harte streets in Khomasdal, Windhoek. The mall maintains a moderate to high occupancy rate estimated around 80% to 85%, which features strong national anchor tenants like Woermann Brock Hyper, Choppies, Pepkor-Dunns, and key [...] The post Funky Town struggles to fill boutique slots appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-19 17:00:00

Govt urged to ditch Kavango water link project
Governor questions if project will benefit community The Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE) has urged the government to abandon plans to draw water from the Kavango River to supplement water supplies to Windhoek and central areas. The chamber warned that the river is already exploited by unmonitored green schemes and farms. NCE chief executive Chris [...] The post Govt urged to ditch Kavango water link project appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-19 17:00:00

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2026-08-19 16:50:32

Court withdraws N$4m Zambezi corruption case
Patience Makwele The long-running corruption case against six Zambezi Regional Council officials has hit another setback after prosecutors provisionally withdrew the matter at the Windhoek High Court. The matter, which concerns alleged corruption involving more than N$4 million in capital projects in the Kongola constituency, was withdrawn on Wednesday. The six officials are accused of [...]
2026-08-19 15:53:51

Botswana’s transport minister resigns
Staff Writer Botswana’s minister of transport and infrastructure Noah Salakae has announced his resignation from Cabinet in Parliament, saying he is stepping aside to face corruption allegations levelled against him, The Argus Online reported. Salakae, however, made it clear that his resignation is in no way an admission of guilt. He says he will now [...]
2026-08-18 15:02:42

Bwabwata National Park: Why an Independent Facilitator Matters
The Ongoing debate surrounding the Bwabwata National Park requires careful, impartial and inclusive engagement. The park is an important national conservation asset, but it is also connected to longstanding questions involving traditional authority, community rights, regional boundaries, land, development and the rights and interests of different communities. For this reason, any initiative aimed at facilitating [...] The post Bwabwata National Park: Why an Independent Facilitator Matters appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-18 15:00:00

Neels Dreyer: Salt of the earth
For a long time, Neels Dreyer has been growing specialty vegetables in the greenhouse on his property; he makes coleslaw, pickles small onions, and delivers baskets full of fresh produce to a home for the elderly. Whenever he has driven through Damaraland, he unloads sacks of semi-precious stones and sets up the polishing machine. Then [...] The post Neels Dreyer: Salt of the earth appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-18 15:00:00

Hardap man denies guilt on girlfriend murder charge
A Man accused of murdering his former girlfriend at Aranos near the end of 2023 denied guilt on four charges in the Windhoek High Court yesterday. Stefanus Kock (40) pleaded not guilty on a charge of murder, read with the provisions of the Combating of Domestic Violence Act, two course of assault with intent to [...] The post Hardap man denies guilt on girlfriend murder charge appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-18 15:00:00

Kapuuo rejects Katjiua faction’s claims on genocide negotiations
THE faction of the Ovaherero Traditional Authority (OTA) led by chairperson chief Vipuira Kapuuo has released a statement addressing the ongoing leadership disputes, defamatory allegations, and the OTA’s official stance on genocide negotiations, strongly rejecting recent assertions made by chief Mutjinde Katjiua and his rival faction. The statement, issued by chief Janee Mujahere on behalf [...] The post Kapuuo rejects Katjiua faction’s claims on genocide negotiations appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-18 15:00:00

Kunene Has the Minerals. Is the System Ready?
The recent visit by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources to the Kunene region comes at an important time. Kunene is increasingly described as Namibia’s next mining frontier. Investors are looking north-west, communities are taking greater interest in mining, and competition for mineral areas is growing. However, is the region ready for this level [...] The post Kunene Has the Minerals. Is the System Ready? appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-18 15:00:00

‘Very weak’ case against Namdia robbery accused, lawyer claims
The case against one of the men facing charges in connection with a fatal armed robbery at the Windhoek head office of the Namib Desert Diamonds (Namdia) in January last year is “very weak”, a lawyer argued in the Windhoek High Court yesterday. “The case is very weak, with respect. Very, very weak,” defence lawyer [...] The post ‘Very weak’ case against Namdia robbery accused, lawyer claims appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-18 15:00:00

Kunene budget remains blocked
– Travelling 733km to release salaries The Kunene Regional Council’s 2026/27 budget remains frozen since March, leaving the council unable to pay for basic utilities and bringing its operational and capital projects to a standstill. The only arrangement made so far is for the payment of staff salaries, with two council finance officials travelling to [...] The post Kunene budget remains blocked appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-18 15:00:00

The Barrel is Not the Prize
This week Namibia sits down to turn its oil discoveries into local opportunity. We are defining that opportunity too small. The prize is not only to supply the find. It is to own it. Off our southern coast, in the Orange Basin, the majors have found what may be one of the largest oil provinces [...] The post The Barrel is Not the Prize appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-17 13:00:00

Lüderitz demands permanent council leadership
Lüderitz residents are demanding permanent executive leadership and improved financial reporting after years of acting appointments and delayed audits at the town council. The positions of chief executive officer (CEO), strategic executive for finance and strategic executive for engineering have been occupied in an acting capacity for almost four years. The residents are also concerned [...] The post Lüderitz demands permanent council leadership appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-17 13:00:00

Competition commission raises merger thresholds
The Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC) has raised merger notification thresholds, saying the changes will ease the regulatory burden on smaller deals while focusing on transactions that could significantly affect competition. The changes were announced during a stakeholder engagement on 13 August. The threshold for combined assets or turnover has been increased from N$30 million to [...] The post Competition commission raises merger thresholds appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-17 13:00:00

First half PGM supply shows recovery, rather than sustained production growth – Heraeus
South African platinum group metal (PGM) mine production recovered strongly in the first half of this year, although much of the improvement reflects normalisation from the weather-disrupted first half of 2025, global precious metals and materials company Heraeus Precious Metals’ latest precious appraisal shows. Heraeus points out that Statistics South Africa’s production index indicates that the country’s PGM mine supply was about 12% higher year-on-year in the first half of the year.
2026-08-17 12:56:00

African feminists call for action beyond declarations
African feminists have called for stronger political and economic action to advance women’s rights, with calls for better financing, leadership and social protection. The call was made during the African Feminism Forum in Windhoek last week, where former first lady Monica Geingos joined feminist scholar professor Amina Mama, author and chief executive of The Conversation [...] The post African feminists call for action beyond declarations appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-17 12:44:32

Capital beyond the orebody
Capital beyond the orebody By Sara Mezui Engo| Once a mine is established and operating, the capital conversation does not end; it becomes more complex. Growth requires energy, water, logistics, accommodation, processing capacity and other infrastructure to support the next phase of development. The default assumption is that all of this must sit on the [...]
2026-08-17 12:23:53

Eenhana told to repay overcharged residents
THE Eenhana Town Council has been ordered to account for millions of dollars in interest charged to residents and repay those who were overcharged. The National Assembly standing committee on public accounts (PAC) has called on the council to verify residents’ accounts and ensure that wrongly charged amounts are returned through credits. The demand follows [...] The post Eenhana told to repay overcharged residents appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-17 12:00:00

Zambezi farmers want Meatco back
Livestock farmers in the Zambezi region say they are facing financial hardships since the Meat Corporation of Namibia (Meatco) stopped operating the Katima Mulilo abattoir in June. Meatco, which has been operating the Katima Mulilo abattoir since 2021, has handed over the operations to the Zambezi Meat Cooperation (ZamCo) in June after concluding their five-year [...] The post Zambezi farmers want Meatco back appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-17 12:00:00

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2026-08-17 11:41:20

Wobbling Between Beijing and Thatcherism
In A delightful display of administrative schizophrenia, Windhoek manages to combine the heavy-handed state capitalism of Beijing with the discredited market fundamentalism of 1980s Westminster. On Monday, the state behaves like a central planning committee, bypassing competitive bidding to shower state-owned enterprises with infrastructure contracts for roads and classrooms. By Tuesday, Cabinet ministers assemble to [...] The post Wobbling Between Beijing and Thatcherism appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-16 11:26:05

Kavango West cleaners put to construction work
Cleaners at Tondoro Health Centre in the Kavango West region have been roped in to construct a building at the facility due to a lack of sufficient funds to hire a contractor. The cleaners say they are doing the construction work while continuing with their normal cleaning duties, with no agreement on additional payment. One [...] The post Kavango West cleaners put to construction work appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-16 11:25:35

Parliament committee calls for urgent overhaul of small scale mining sector
Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources Tobie Aupindi says Namibia’s small-scale mining sector requires urgent legislative and institutional reforms to unlock its potential and address persistent challenges facing miners. Aupindi made the remarks at the conclusion of the committee’s oversight visit to small-scale mining areas in the Erongo Region this week. The [...] The post Parliament committee calls for urgent overhaul of small scale mining sector appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-16 11:09:17

Namibia, Botswana stress diversification in managing resource wealth
Namibia and Botswana have advanced discussions on how natural resource wealth can be transformed into sustainable and inclusive prosperity, with both countries highlighting the importance of economic diversification, strong institutions and saving for future generations. The discussion took place during a public lecture hosted by the Bank of Namibia (BoN) in collaboration with the University [...] The post Namibia, Botswana stress diversification in managing resource wealth appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-16 09:20:01

Nanso seeks funding ahead of congress
The Namibia National Students Organisation (Nanso) is seeking N$445 000 to fund its 19th National Students Congress. This comes after the the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture cut funding to the student organisation. The congress is scheduled for 20 to 23 August at Eheke Senior Secondary School in the Oshana region, [...] The post Nanso seeks funding ahead of congress appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-16 09:11:42

Hardap youth encouraged to tap into government opportunities
Young people in the Hardap region have been urged to take advantage of government programmes that promote entrepreneurship, digital skills, agriculture and job creation. The call was made during an engagement at Hoachanas, which continued to Stampriet on Thursday, where young people were introduced to available opportunities and encouraged to develop viable business ideas. Mariental [...] The post Hardap youth encouraged to tap into government opportunities appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-15 07:53:50

EVs to constitute 25% of global fleet by 2040; can rise to 50% – WoodMac
Global energy research and consulting firm Wood Mackenzie's (WoodMac’s) base case scenario projects electric vehicles (EVs) jumping from 4% of the global fleet today to 25% by 2040. However, if governments boost EV supply chain investment to strengthen resilience to oil market shocks, high fuel prices prompt more consumers to switch to EVs, and EV technologies advance faster than expected, this could fast-track global EV adoption to 50%.
2026-08-14 07:16:00

Hetim ndaj ambasadorit francez në Afrikën Qendrore, dyshohet se priti rreth 30 gra në rezidencën zyrtare
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2026-08-14 07:14:00

Côte d'Ivoire: Watu saba wamefariki katika ghasia za kijamii zinazohusiana na mzozo wa ardhi
Mamlaka ya Côte d'Ivoire imewashtaki washukiwa 18 katika kesi ya ghasia za kijamii. Makabiliano hayo, yaliyotokea wiki iliyopita huko Kossandji, yapata kilomita 60 kutoka Abidjan, yalisababisha vifo vya angalau watu saba. Mtu mmoja bado hajulikani alipo. Uchunguzi wa mahakama umefunguliwa.
2026-08-14 07:10:51

Chile says revived Argentina mining treaty could unlock $20.7bn, boost copper supply
Chilean Mining Minister Daniel Mas said on Thursday that reviving a mining integration treaty with Argentina could unlock more than $20.7-billion in investment and add 540 000 metric tons of copper a year to the market. The two countries held talks in July to relaunch the cooperation mechanism and are due to meet again at the end of August.
2026-08-14 07:08:00

AI and alloys, mining innovation, Sasol's PEM electrolyser make headlines
Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer tells us about how AI is helping to develop alloys for use in new applications; the study that’s shown that there is considerable room to increase mining’s innovation intensity; and Sasol’s PEM electrolyser that was recently launched.
2026-08-14 07:03:00

BHP's Escondida urges regulatory certainty in Chile to boost copper investment
The head of BHP-controlled Escondida, the world's largest copper mine, on Thursday urged Chilean authorities to provide legal, regulatory and tax certainty to help copper mining projects move forward, underscoring global demand for the red metal. Alejandro Tapia, head of Escondida, which is located in northern Chile, spoke at an industry event.
2026-08-14 07:02:00

China's CMRG asks some traders to buy iron-ore on its platform, sources say
China's State-run iron ore buyer has asked some domestic traders to buy cargoes on its own trading platform, sources said, in a move to reinforce its control over trading and pricing of the key steelmaking ingredient. China Mineral Resources Group (CMRG) told about a dozen traders at a meeting on Thursday to buy iron-ore cargoes through the online platform created by the state company, said three sources with knowledge of the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity.
2026-08-14 06:59:00

Norsk Hydro's Alunorte ramps up production after deal with gas supplier
Norsk Hydro's Alunorte refinery in Brazil has started ramping up alumina production to full capacity after reaching a temporary agreement with its gas supplier, the Norwegian company said on Thursday. The refinery, located in Brazil's northern state of Para, had reduced output to 50% of capacity earlier this week after gas supplier CELBA informed about disruptions in availability. It has the capacity to produce 6.3-million tons of alumina a year.
2026-08-14 06:56:00

STG buys large amount of aluminium from Radiant World, sources say
STG, a trading company funded by principals of the US hedge fund Squarepoint, has bought a large amount of aluminium from Radiant World as the commodity trading house sells off inventory to raise cash, two industry sources said. Asked about the transaction, Radiant said it did not comment on commercial matters. Squarepoint declined to comment.
2026-08-14 06:53:00

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2026-08-13 04:27:06

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2026-08-11 22:54:24

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2026-08-11 22:42:50

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2026-08-11 22:31:06

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2026-08-10 18:59:31

Minister rejects long-serving Labour Advisory Council members
Patience Makwele Minister of labour and justice Wise Fillemon Immanuel has rejected the reappointment of social partner representatives who have served three to four consecutive terms on the Labour Advisory Council, amounting to between nine and 12 years. Immanuel has called on government, trade unions and employers’ organisations to submit between two and six nominations [...]
2026-08-10 17:04:12

Over 500 security guards face job losses as City of Windhoek contract ends
Namibia Protection Services (NPS) has asked justice and labour relations minister Wise Immanuel to intervene as 534 security guards face possible job losses when the company’s contract with the City of Windhoek ends this month. In a letter to Immanuel dated 31 July, NPS chief executive Fanie Horn says the company received 30 days’ notice [...] The post Over 500 security guards face job losses as City of Windhoek contract ends appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-10 16:54:14

Omitara mother recounts baby’s final hours
Patience Makwele The mother of a nine-month-old Namtani Loretta Nuses has described the frantic search for her daughter after the baby allegedly disappeared from their home in Omitara, Omaheke region, in the early hours of Saturday. Imelda Nuses said she had returned home at about 22:00 on Friday and was sleeping alongside her four-year-old son [...]
2026-08-10 15:52:01

Namibia oil conference targets young professionals
The Namibia Oil and Gas Conference will partner with the Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) to educate young professionals on opportunities in the energy sector. The oil conference will be held in Windhoek next week under the theme ‘From Decision to Dividend: Making Namibia’s Oil Work for Namibians’. Co-organiser of the conference, the Economic Association [...] The post Namibia oil conference targets young professionals appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-10 15:33:25

Namibia is your home – Ngurare to Cuban youth
Cuban youth have been encouraged to visit Namibia for business, arts, cultural and educational exchanges. Prime minister Elijah Ngurare made the remarks when he met with the first secretary of the Young Communist League of Cuba, Meyvis Echevarria, and her delegation at the Fidel Castro Museum in Cuba on Saturday. He urged the young people [...] The post Namibia is your home – Ngurare to Cuban youth appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-09 16:43:42

Early morning housebreak in Thorn Valley Estate
Eugenia Moche The police are investigating a case of housebreaking with intent to steal and theft after a suspect allegedly broke into a residence in Katutura at Thorn Valley Estate, Brakwater on Friday, 7 August 2026 at around 04:27. According to the weekend crime report, the suspect gained entry into the complainant’s house by forcing [...]
2026-08-09 16:20:50

Ndeunyema nominated among Africa’s top infrastructure influencers
Namibian energy executive Shiwana Ndeunyema has been nominated for the 2026 Top 100 Influential Africans in Infrastructure, in recognition of his leadership in the energy sector, i...
2026-08-09 16:08:00

Oniimwandi man arrested after alleged night-time house assault
Police in the Oshikoto Region have arrested a 27-year-old man following a violent housebreaking at Oniimwandi Village in the Onayena area on Friday, at around 04h00. According to the Police, the suspect allegedly forced open the door to a sleeping room with an unknown object, entered, and assaulted the occupants who were asleep at the [...]
2026-08-09 13:40:42

29-year-old arrested over alleged rape of ex-partner
Patience Makwele A 29-year-old Namibian man has been arrested in Rosh Pinah following an alleged rape of his 35-year-old ex-girlfriend. According to the weekend crime report, the incident was reported at around 06:20 on Friday, 7 August 2026, at a house in Tutungeni location. Police allege that the suspect and the victim were previously in [...]
2026-08-09 12:39:18

N$60 900 allegedly transferred while victim slept
Patience Makwele Police in Tsumeb are investigating a suspected case of fraud after N$60 900 was allegedly transferred from a complainant’s FNB account without his permission while he was asleep. According to the weekend crime report, the complainant received the loan from FNB on Thursday, 6 August 2026, which was deposited into his FNB account. [...]
2026-08-09 12:33:33

Finance minister Shafudah tells state-owned enterprises to stop relying on state funds
State-owned enterprises have been urged to stop relying on increased state funding and instead make effective use of the resources already allocated to them. Minister of finance Ericah Shafudah said this at a recent breakfast with president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and public enterprise chief executives in Windhoek. Shafudah said state-owned enterprises (SOEs) should make reaching the [...] The post Finance minister Shafudah tells state-owned enterprises to stop relying on state funds appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-09 09:16:31

Two workers die at Gammams Water Care Works
Patience Makwele The City of Windhoek has confirmed that two employees of Cape Advanced Engineering Namibia (CAE) died following an incident at the Gammams Water Care Works Wastewater Treatment Plant on Friday, 7 August 2026. The incident occurred at approximately 09:30 while the employees were undertaking work at the facility. City personnel responded immediately, while [...]
2026-08-08 14:36:05

Can You Afford the Retirement You’ve Imagined?
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2026-08-08 13:24:22

Mining remains Namibia’s biggest wealth creator
Namibia’s mining sector continues to cement its position as the country’s biggest wealth creator, generating more than N$64 billion in mineral sales in 2025. This is despite a difficult year because of a slump in diamond markets. Total mineral sales increased by 25% from N$51.3 billion recorded in 2024, with strong performances in gold and [...] The post Mining remains Namibia’s biggest wealth creator appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-08 13:19:24

Man (26) arrested for fatal stabbing at Outapi
A man (26) was arrested for allegedly stabbing another man (44) to death at Iipandahangano village in the Outapi constituency of the Omusati region on Friday evening. According to Omusati police regional commander Ismael Basson, the incident occurred at around 20h30 at Etalaleko location. “It is alleged that a 26-year-old Namibian man used an Okapi [...] The post Man (26) arrested for fatal stabbing at Outapi appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-08 11:55:32

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2026-08-08 09:21:49

IPC warns Namibia Air faces hurdles before take-off
The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) cautions that Namibia Air’s newly issued air operating licence (AOL) should not be mistaken for approval to begin commercial flights, warning that critical regulatory, operational and financial requirements remain outstanding. IPC shadow minister of works and transport Nelson Kalangula in a statement issued on Thursday, says the public should [...] The post IPC warns Namibia Air faces hurdles before take-off appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-07 12:51:32

Sport commission apologise for dummy cheques error
The Namibia Sport Commission (NSC) has issued a public apology for the incorrect ‘dummy cheques’ presented to athletes at the Commonwealth team welcoming ceremony. A statement by the NSC says the commission wishes to address the unfortunate incident that occurred on 5 August, during the official welcoming ceremony for the Commonwealth Games team returning from [...] The post Sport commission apologise for dummy cheques error appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-07 12:46:33

Court clears police search in N$163 million crypto fraud case
Sostenus Wilherm The High Court of Namibia has dismissed an application by businessman Coenraad Barend Nolte Botha, CBI Exchange Namibia and two other applicants challenging the warrantless search and seizure of their property by the Namibian Police. Judge Thomas Masuku delivered the judgment on 5 August 2026, bringing the matter to an end after more [...]
2026-08-07 12:38:03

South Africa coach Erasmus wary of struggling Argentina
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus insists the world champions face a “massive challenge” against Argentina on Saturday despite the recent poor form of their opponents. The Springboks stretched a winning Test run to 11 matches with home victories over England, Scotland and Wales during July in the inaugural Nations Championship. Facing the same northen [...] The post South Africa coach Erasmus wary of struggling Argentina appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-07 12:25:32

Miss Namibia on new wheels
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2026-08-07 12:01:21

IPC ina panda ewedelo loshikako shaNoa
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2026-08-07 11:13:00

Nandi-Ndaitwah okwa shoneka eemhito doilonga di li 18 000 moshikondo shoikwamina
Presidente Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah okwa ti eemhito doilonga di li 18 000 domoilonga i fike po500 000 oyo ya udanekwa kepangelo laye oda teelelwa di dje moshikondo shoikwamina. Eshi kwa li ta popi pomaulikilo oipindi yoikwamina ehangano loChamber of Mines mOvenduka Etitatu, okwa ti oshilongo oshi na ouyamba weendjo dopaushitwe nosha pumbwa oku shi ulika. Okwa [...] The post Nandi-Ndaitwah okwa shoneka eemhito doilonga di li 18 000 moshikondo shoikwamina appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-07 11:08:58

Inaku lopotwa nande Ovanamibia va li moshiponga shobesha moAngola
Oministeli yOmakwatafano opaiwana nOipindi oya koleka kutya inaku lopotwa nande Omunambia umwe a li mobesha oyo ya mona oshiponga shi nyanyalifa moAngola moshitukulwa shaCuanza Sul. Oministeli oya ti ombelewa yaNamibia moLuanda oya dengela ehangano loyeendifo ledina Macon Transpoters konima kwa udika eelopota doshiponga, i koleke ngee omwa li mu na Omunamibia. Oshiponga osha lya ovanhu [...] The post Inaku lopotwa nande Ovanamibia va li moshiponga shobesha moAngola appeared first on The Namibian .
2026-08-07 11:04:22

There is more to accelerated mining than merely weaker regulation, report finds
Donor network and platform Trust, Accountability and Inclusion Collaborative (TAI) has published a report that challenges the assumption that deregulation will accelerate critical minerals development. As governments race to secure the minerals needed for renewable energy, electric vehicles and other emerging technologies, TAI is of the view that procedural fairness, effective regulation, environmental stewardship and meaningful community participation are among the most important drivers of public trust in mining.
2026-08-06 10:21:00

Opposition slam Damaseb’s Tanzania inquiry nomination
Sostenus Wilherm The nomination of Namibia’s deputy chief justice Petrus Damaseb to serve on a Tanzanian Presidential Commission of Inquiry has sparked fierce criticism from opposition parties, with the Affirmative Repositioning (AR) movement and the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) accusing the Namibian government of compromising the country’s judicial independence. AR on Thursday described the [...]
2026-08-06 10:13:18

Is South African mining’s modernisation urgency falling largely on deaf ears?
Despite South African mining ending up tenth in a ten-country global benchmarking exercise, two-thirds of the respondents who participated in a survey appear to be more intent on just doing the same things better rather than modernising meaningfully. Despite the sustainability of South African mining being under pressure, the majority of the coal, gold, uranium, platinum group metals, diamond, iron-ore, manganese, copper, and industrial minerals profile surveyed are not modernising – and even environmental considerations ended up as "a secondary dimension". (Also watch attached Creamer Media video.)
2026-08-06 10:12:00

Govt gives Gideon mandate
The terms of reference are clear for newly appointed Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust) vice-chancellor Professor Frednard Gideon: ensure the institution remains a strategic national asset and continues contributing to the country’s development agenda.“Our country stands at one of the most defining moments since independence,” deputy education minister Dino Ballotti said during Gideon’s... The post Govt gives Gideon mandate appeared first on New Era .
2026-08-06 10:00:00

Muha calls for stronger parliamentary diplomacy
Rafael Hangula MIDRAND – National Council Chairperson Lukas Sinimbo Muha has called for stronger parliamentary diplomacy and closer cooperation among African legislatures to address Africa’s emerging challenges. This includes youth unemployment, food insecurity, terrorism and unconstitutional changes of government. Muha was reflecting on the outcomes of the Annual Conference of Speakers of National and Regional... The post Muha calls for stronger parliamentary diplomacy appeared first on New Era .
2026-08-06 10:00:00