Category: National
Namibia Secures 2028 Global Water Summit Hosting Right
By: Peneyambeko Jonas Namibia will host the 2028 International Network of Basin Organizations (INBO) World Basin Summit after delegates at the 2026 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, selected Windhoek as the next host city. The choice places the…
Brakwater to Pay the Same Rates As all Windhoekers
The City of Windhoek Council has approved a property rates framework aimed at bringing clarity and resolving a long-standing matter affecting property owners in Brakwater and other areas incorporated into the city through boundary extensions. The Brakwater residents expressed…
400 kV Auas-Kokerboom Transmission to Be Commissioned in 2028
According to the country’s power utility, Nampower, the 400 kV Auas-Kokerboom Transmission Line Project will be ready in 2 years. This project aims to support and strengthen the system reliability between the Auas Substation (near Dordabis) and the Kokerboom…
SACU Still Matters for Deepening Regional Integration and Industrialisation
During the meeting of SACU members at the end of June 2026, the chairperson of the SACU Senior Trade Officials, Ms Xolelwa Mlumbi-Peter, said their meeting was necessary for Member States to strengthen regional cooperation and accelerate economic transformation…
2027 Applications Are Now Open at Welwitchia University: Explore the Faculty of Law and a Wide Range of Career-Focused Programmes
By: Stephanus Pombili Choosing the right university is one of the most important decisions a student can make. It is a decision that shapes careers, unlocks opportunities, and prepares graduates to become leaders in their respective professions. As 2027 …
SOE Games to Inject Millions into Rundu Businesses
By: Annakleta Haikera Local businesses are expecting a significant economic influx from the thousands of visitors attending the State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) Games Kavango East Region this week. The games will be held from 2-4 July 2026 in Rundu….
National Urban Policies Require Awareness
By: Dwight Links Francisco Neshila from Eagle FM’s Ulwazi program stated that not enough awareness is raised on the goals and impacts of some national urban policies in Namibia. Neshila made reference to the second national land conference…
Oniipa Rehab Centre Receives Vehicle Donation
By: Peneyambeko Jonas The Oniipa Rehabilitation Centre in the Oshikoto Region has received a vehicle donated by Indongo Toyota to improve transport for rehabilitation services and community outreach. Speaking at the handover on Thursday, Prime Minister Elijah…
About 500 Education Projects Underway Across Namibia
By: Annakleta Haikera More than 500 education infrastructure projects are being implemented across Namibia to reduce overcrowding and improve access to quality education. To that effect, government has also directed all public institutions to prioritise the local procurement…
Ondangwa Records N$1.1 Billion in Property Transactions Over Last Decade
By: Hee-Dee Walenga Speaking on Eagle FM’s land and property development programme, Ulwazi, former President of the Namibia Institute of Town & Regional Planning, Fransisco Neshila, provided some insight into the land and property development environment of Ondangwa….