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Thunderstorms and rain have been reported in several parts of Namibia, with more widespread rainfall expected across most regions. The forecast covers central, northern, north-eastern and eastern areas, including the Khomas Region. Moderate to severe thunderstorms are expected to continue tomorrow, extending to the Kunene and Erongo regions. Meanwhile, extreme heat is expected to persist in the fa...

The City of Windhoek has rejected calls for residents to boycott payment of municipal services, warning that non-payment could threaten service delivery across the capital. The City says outstanding municipal debt currently stands at N$932.7 million, and disconnections are targeting accounts that are at least 30 days in arrears. It warns that defaulters could face interest charges, service disconn...

In S.A, Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s legal team, led by Advocate Anneline van den Heever SC, is challenging the Madlanga Commission’s use of statements he made during a failed plea deal involving a police healthcare tender. Matlala had agreed to testify against other accused, including senior police officers, but withdrew after a court rejected the proposed sentence as too lenient. Van den Heever argu...

In S.A, ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has dismissed suggestions president Cyril Ramaphosa was considering resigning following the party's performance in the local government elections. The ANC’s national share of the vote dropped from 45.59-percent in 2021 to around 30.76-percent. Sunday Times reported Ramaphosa was willing to fall on his sword, and suggested the party’s National Executive...

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, speaking in an interview with Bloomberg less than a month ago, discusses his unconventional leadership style, the pressures of the job, and who might succeed him. That conversation takes on a dramatic new context today: Huang has since acknowledged an affair following reports that US intelligence officials suspect the woman involved was recruited by Beijing, and Nvidia’s b...

COP31 has started in Turkey and Namibia is represented. One of the main focuses of the Namibian delegation is securing climate adaptation finance for arid and semi-arid regions. Things, however, do not look good. The latest Adaptation Report, prepared in the run-up to this conference, shows that funding shortfalls are massive. Secretary-General to the United Nations, Antonio Guterres. Future Media...

South African Professor Thuli Madonsela says South Africa’s Constitution does not guarantee young people jobs, but promises justice within a fair economic system. Speaking to the Daily Maverick, she says the government should create an environment where everyone can participate in wealth creation and job creation. Madonsela argues that young people should be encouraged to become entrepreneurs and...

An independent technical review by the International Atomic Energy Agency has highlighted key gaps and uncertainties in the Russian environmental assessment for the proposed uranium project at Leonardville. The IAEA report stresses that its findings apply strictly to the pilot-scale in-situ leaching test and do not evaluate potential full-scale commercial mining. While project proponent Headspring...

As COP31 kicks off today in Turkey, local ecologist Dr Peter Cunningham says Namibia should focus on practical climate solutions at home. He says the country should improve farming practices, protect soil, reduce carbon emissions and address water wastage. Cunningham argues that Namibia, as a dry country, needs to prioritise practical action, particularly in agriculture and water management, rathe...

Namibia Dairies has injected N$54.5 million into a state-of-the-art Tetra Pak A3 Flex filling line. Unveiled by OL Group Executive Chairman Sven Thieme, the new plant operates at up to 8 000 packs per hour and features advanced cap-application technology alongside enhanced safety and supply chain efficiency. The upgrade drastically reduces packaging waste from 4 to 1.5% while cutting down on stock...

World number three Carlos Alcaraz won his maiden Paris Masters title as he avenged his US Open defeat to Ben Shelton. The Spaniard beat the American 7-6, 7-5 to secure his ninth consecutive match win and fifth tournament victory from six finals this year. This is also his ninth ATP Masters one thousand title. Shelton was aiming to win his third Masters one thousand title. Alcaraz says this title i...

The Independent Patriots for Change has elected Emrick Nangolo as its new Khomas Regional Chairperson, taking over from Fritz Kaufmann following the party’s elective conference in Windhoek on Saturday. Kaufmann urged Nangolo to lead with integrity. Joining the new regional executive are Mervin Tjihuha as First Vice-Chairperson, Israel Iilende as Second Vice-Chairperson, and Richard Sloa as Regiona...

African legal experts and policymakers are exploring ways to hold former colonial powers accountable for historical injustices. In Rwanda, research into families separated during Belgian colonial rule is strengthening calls for recognition, restitution and compensation. A conference in Kigali is examining how international law could help affected communities seek reparations and justice. Scholar a...

South Africa’s Madlanga Commission will resume its public hearings today, with alleged cartel member Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala returning to continue his testimony. In the past few weeks, the commission has held in-camera proceedings involving evidence linked to ongoing investigations and confidential matters. Commission spokesperson Jeremy Michaels says other witnesses expected in the coming weeks in...

The Global Sumud Flotilla has accused Israel of deliberately continuing to restrict humanitarian assistance to Gaza, warning that thousands of displaced Palestinians are facing worsening conditions following severe storms. Gaza's first winter storm flooded around 70-thousand tents, forcing families to flee waterlogged camps. The militant group Hamas says it is unable to cope with the storm because...

Vice President Lucia Witbooi called for a decisive shift in how society understands, treats, and includes persons with disabilities. She made the remarks during the early Christmas celebration at Kufamosha Information Disability Centre in Omalindi in the Oshikoto Region. Reaffirming the Government’s unwavering commitment to building a truly inclusive Namibia, the VP stressed that every citizen mus...

South Africa will host the joint meeting of Southern African Development Community Ministers of Health and Ministers responsible for HIV and AIDS in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, from today until Friday. Health Department spokesperson Foster Mohale says the meeting comes at a critical time for the region's health and development agenda. He says the gathering will provide an opportunity for ministers to s...

South Africa's Electoral Commission has declared the 2026 local government elections free and fair. A total of 29.2 million South Africans registered to vote, and 14.9 million cast their ballots, for a 52 percent turnout. The elections involved 213 councils, ten thousand 526 available seats, 520 political parties and 636 independent candidates. Announcing the results in Johannesburg yesterday even...

US President Donald Trump has been questioned about the growth in his personal wealth since returning to the White House. During a 60 Minutes interview, journalist Ross Douthat asked Trump how his net worth had increased by nearly $3 billion, according to a Forbes estimate. The exchange comes amid continued scrutiny of Trump's business interests and the financial implications of his return to the...

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah engaged residents of the Erongo Region during a Presidential Community Town Hall Meeting at the Multi-Purpose Hall in Mondesa, Swakopmund. During the engagement, President Nandi-Ndaitwah again urged Namibians to play an active role in the country's development, reiterating that “Namibians are too few to be poor.” However, political analyst Dr Ndumba Kamwanyah says...

Governance and human rights across Africa are facing a sharp decline as political leaders increasingly emulate strongman tactics seen worldwide. That is the stark warning from telecoms billionaire Mo Ibrahim, following the release of his foundation’s latest index on African governance. While the ten-year report highlights gains in economic opportunities and human development across thirty African...

The Ministry of Agriculture has issued a formal clarification regarding the borehole drilling licence granted to Headspring Investments for the Leonardville Uranium Exploration Project. The Ministry emphasised that the licence, which covers hydrogeological monitoring and exploration control boreholes, does not automatically authorise drilling to commence, nor does it constitute approval for pilot...

Petrofund, in partnership with TotalEnergies, has opened applications for its 2027 Broad-Based Scholarship Programme, offering fully funded tertiary education opportunities to eligible Namibians. The scholarships cover selected fields in education, health, economic empowerment and environmental sustainability, with applications closing on Friday, 6 November. Applicants can apply through the fund's...

The Ministry of Environment has confirmed Namibia’s delegation for the upcoming UN Climate Change Summit, COP31, taking place in Antalya, Turkey from 9 to 20 November. The core purpose... securing climate adaptation finance for arid and semi-arid regions and advancing international carbon market frameworks. It has been a decade since the Paris agreement and the world is still getting hotter and co...

The Ministry of Agriculture is urging farmers to prevent livestock from roaming freely along public roads and in open spaces. Farmers are reminded to keep their animals within designated establishments and ensure that all cattle are properly identified and registered. The ministry says livestock owners are responsible for ensuring their animals are accounted for and properly managed. The Deputy Di...