NamibiaAngola woman arrested for kidnapping baby at Okahao By: Maria Namupala A 26-year-old female Angolan national is expected to appear in the Outapi Magistrate’s Court this week for allegedly kidnapping a one-year-old boy near Okahao District Hospital on Tuesday. Police say the woman had allegedly told her boyfriend that she was expecting a child. According to Omusati region commander, Commissioner Ismael Basson, the boy’s mother, also an Angolan national, met the suspect at the hospital, where they exchanged […]
Interview TranscriptsInterview: Rising Crime Crisis Leaves Farm Residents in Daures Constituency Living in Fear Residents of Farm !Khawab in the Daures Constituency say they are living under increasing fear as stock theft and armed robberies escalate, with little effective response from authorities. Community members claim that criminal activity, often carried out at night by armed suspects wearing balaclavas, has turned the area into a high-risk zone, with perpetrators allegedly exploiting their knowledge of the terrain to target homes and livestock. According to residents, repeated […]
Interview TranscriptsNamibia Training Authority under scrutiny as petition flags governance failures and project delays Photo: Namibia Training Authority Social Media An anonymous petition has called on authorities to urgently intervene in the operations of the Namibia Training Authority, raising concerns over governance shortcomings, delayed infrastructure projects, and alleged procurement irregularities. The petition, addressed to the Minister of Higher Education, highlights what it describes as a leadership vacuum following the non-renewal of the NTA board. According to the document, the absence of a fully constituted […]
NamibiaFraud allegedly uncovered at Central Medical Stores By: Selma Taapopi The Ministry of Health and Social Services has launched a comprehensive internal investigation into its Central Medical Stores (CMS) following the emergence of information pointing to possible fraud involving some of its staff members. Preliminary findings suggest that individuals within the ministry, particularly those stationed at CMS, may have played a role in irregular activities affecting the integrity of the national pharmaceutical supply system. In a statement […]
NamibiaErongo learners receive geometry tools By: Taati Niilenge The Tangeni Shilongo Namibia non-profit organisation recently handed over 10 000 set squares to twelve schools and organisations in the Erongo Region that they received from the Rumold & Ecobra company in Germany. The organisation decided to share the donation with others in the region with the idea that education thrives when communities support each other. The principal of Horizon Primary School, operated by Tangeni Shilongo Namibia, […]
NamibiaFamily urges public not to share hospital images of young man following rooftop incident By: Staff Reporter Family members of a 23-year-old man who reportedly escaped from police custody last week in Rundu and later climbed onto the roof of a building, allegedly threatening to take his own life, have raised serious concerns over the circulation of his photograph while he is in hospital on social media. The incident occurred on 08 April 2026, and the young man is currently recovering at the Rundu […]
OshiwamboDr Peya Mushelenga taanifilwa oshilonga shaye mongula onga oshilyo shoParliament Oshilyo shongudu yo Swapo no kwali nale ominsiter yo Cabinet Dr Peya Mushelenga okwa teelelika aka anene oshilonga shaye onga oshilyo sheumbo lomutumba wopashiwana mongula metitano. Oshikundaneki sho Namibian Sun osha lopota kutya edi oda kolekwa komalongekido oo atulwapo koshikondo shouyuuki. Mushelenga ota yi ponele yanakufya James Uerikua, oo amanene oweenda waye mexuliloshivike la paasa. Shelikwatelela kenyamukulo lomukanda wopambelewa okudja koshikondo shouyuuki, owa ulika kutya Deputy Chief Justice, Shafimana Ueitele, […]
OshiwamboNgoloneya Kadiva Hamutumwa pamwe newiliko loNamWater vakundafana kombinga youpyakadi womeva moshitopolwa Ngoloneya woshitopolwa sha Ohangwena Kadiva Hamutumwa onghela okwa kufa ombinga meenghundafana newiliko lehangano loku adjakaneka omayakulo omeva moshilongo NamWater. Olopota oyati ovanambelewa vehangano lo ku adjakaneka omeva moshilongo ovali vakwatelwa komesho ku Leonard Hango, no vakundafana kombinga yonghalo youpyakadi woshimoko shomeva oshoyo eandjakeneko lomayakulo omeva keenele dili moupyakadi moshitopolwa Ohangwena . Oshongalele ota kulopotwa shali shakalwa kee councillor dewiliko lodoropa ya Eenhana mekwatelo komesho la mayora Omri -Onn Kavandje oshoyo […]
OshiwamboOshiwana momudingonoko wa Eenhana ota shilili omunangeshefa washo tatekulu Kashela Oshiwana momudingonoko waEenhana moshitopolwa sha Ohangwena ota kulopotwa tashilili omunangeshefa washo oo akala ashivika nawa momudingonoko omo Tatekulu Eliaser Haimbili, oo akala ashiivika nawa nedina Kashela. Tatekulu Kashela okwa lopotwa amana oweenda waye mo 18 April 2026. Olopota yoshikundaneki sho mbelewa youminsity womauyelele moshitopolwa sha Ohangwena (MICT) oya ulika kutya, vahapu ota vatongomona omunageshefa Kashela, ali omunhu wovanhu oo ehena epupi no kwali omunambili oo tahokololwa ayandja eyembidido laye moinyangadalwa […]
OshiwamboOmushingi wololi atulwa moipandeko koshitopolwa sha Zambezi shalandula ashi ali takendabala okuyandja ombubo komunambelewa wopolifi Omulumenhu womido 35 eli omushingi wololi okwa lopotwa atulwa moipandeko shalandula eshi ali takendabala okuyadja ombubo yoshimaliwa shee N$1 000 komunambelewa wopolifi moshitopolwa sha Zambezi. Omushingi wololi ota kulopotwa ahangwa tanhu oikolwifa omanga ali tashingi. Olopota oyati nonande omakonaakono o alcohol molutu lomushingi yangwa ili pee 0.025%, ota kulopotwa akataluwa moipandeko molwaasho okwali takendabala oku yandja oshimaliwa komuanmbelwa wopolifi. Shelikwatelela ku commander elilepo oshitaashi, Detective Senior Inspector Muyumbano Manyando, okwati […]
OshiwamboOmupresident gwa Djibouti a shuna koshipundi oshikako oshiti 6th sha landulathana Omupresident gwa Djibouti Ismail Omar Guelleh okwa kolekwa pambelewa onga omusindani gomahogololo omati 6th ga landulathana,noo % 97.01 dhomawi,shiikwatelela ko Constitutional Council ohela. Omunamimvo 78,okwa lela oshilongo inaa patanekwa okuza mo 1999. Oshizemo shomahogololo kashali nomalimbililo,sho iizemo yoku yele konima yomahogololo ga ningwa mo 10 April yuulike eli komeho noo % 97.81,a thigapo omukondjithi gumwe awike, ngoka inaa tseyika nawa papolitika.. Mohamed Farah Samatar okwa zimo noo % 2.99 dhomawi.
OshiwamboSouth Sudan otaka ninga omahogololo mu December South Sudan okwa tegelelwa a ninge omahogololo ngoka ga kala ga katekwa uulethimbo mu December,nonando pena omahilathano taga indjipala nuutile wiikolokosha iipe. Iikolokosha pokati kaakwiita yiimanga komupresident Salva Kiir naamboka yiimanga komupevi president Riek Machar oya holola uutile wegaluko lyiita yopashigwana. Iikolokosha oya tulululitha aantu omayovi,omanga omahangano gomakwatho taga nyengwa oku yambidha. Nonando ompangela yombili yomo 2018 ya hulithapo omalugodhi gokuyele,omalunduluko ga simana onkee inaaga gwanithwapo. Ngele omahogololo oga ningwa,otaga […]
NamibiaCRAN reviews 1,180 public submissions on Starlink licence application Starlink Texas factory (Photo by Advanced Technologies) The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has received 1,180 written public submissions on Starlink’s application for a telecommunications licence, with the overwhelming majority supporting the bid as regulators continue to assess compliance, ownership requirements, and broader national interest considerations. According to CRAN, 1,164 submissions were in favour of Starlink entering the Namibian market, while 16 opposed the application. The regulator says both […]
NamibiaNamCor holds public consultation on Offshore Venus Field The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia Venus Oil Field (Photo: Namcor) The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NamCor) and its partners are holding public consultations in Windhoek as part of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the Offshore Venus Field. According to NamCor spokesperson Paulo Coelho, the engagement is a legal requirement under Namibia’s environmental regulations and aims to involve communities and stakeholders in evaluating potential impacts of […]
NamibiaNANSO and Huawei host Youth in ICT Summit (Photo: by teknologi.bisnis.com/) The Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO), in partnership with Huawei Technologies, hosted its first Youth in ICT Summit under the theme “Digital Literacy and Cyber Security.” NANSO President Dorthea Nangolo said the summit is designed to empower the youth with ICT skills and knowledge critical for the digital era. The initiative brought together students, educators, and industry experts to explore technology trends, cybersecurity challenges, and digital skill […]
NamibiaMTC launches eSIM service MTC has officially launched its Electronic SIM (eSIM) service, extending its availability beyond just customers traveling abroad. The launch took place on Friday and was officiated by Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus. Minister Theofelus highlighted that adopting eSIM technology is a key step toward achieving secure, seamless, and universal connectivity across Namibia. MTC spokesperson Erasmus Nekundi added that the service allows users to activate mobile connectivity without […]
NamibiaWindhoek launches EV charging station Electric vehicle charging facility (Photo: News on One by One Africa TV) The City of Windhoek has launched an electric vehicle charging station at its head office. According to city officials, the initiative supports the Zero Emissions campaign, which promotes clean energy and aims to reduce greenhouse gases. Charging at the station costs approximately N$120 for larger vehicles, with fast chargers capable of completing a session in under 40 minutes. […]
Namibia The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia hosted its first Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship Breakfast in Windhoek. CRAN highlighted technology as the main driver for business growth. Mufaro Nesongano, CRAN’s Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations, said 4G coverage now reaches 91% of Namibians. He added that new satellite technologies are expanding access in remote areas, creating more opportunities for entrepreneurs.
EntertainmentRoyal Family: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces calls to testify over Jeffrey Epstein links (Photo credit: Jacob King PA/Associated Press) Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, a former member of the British royal family, is under pressure to testify before US lawmakers regarding his knowledge of financier Jeffrey Epstein. The former prince appears in newly released documents connected to Epstein, including photos reportedly showing him crouched over an unidentified woman. Journalist and author Alexander Larman, who wrote Windsors at War, said the documents are damaging and could further […]
Entertainment“Golden” becomes first K-Pop song to win a Grammy (Pictured singer EJAE, Photo credit: The Chosun Daily/AFP-Yonhap) The song “Golden,” featured in the film KPop Demon Hunters, has become the first K-Pop track to win a Grammy Award. The track won best song for visual media at the awards ceremony in Los Angeles, marking a milestone moment for the global K-Pop industry. The win highlights the growing international influence of K-Pop beyond traditional music charts and into film and […]
EntertainmentBrooklyn Beckham breaks silence on family matter Brooklyn Beckham and David Beckham (Photo by: John Phillips/Getty Images) Brooklyn Beckham has publicly distanced himself from his famous family, saying he does not intend to reconcile after months of avoiding family gatherings and blocking relatives on social media. The 26-year-old alleges that tensions with his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, placed pressure on his marriage and contributed to anxiety. The comments follow a prolonged period of silence and missed […]
EntertainmentOne Africa celebrates 22 years of storytelling: Namflix Festival 2025 launches in Windhoek to celebrate local film and TV (Photo: Future Media) Windhoek, Namibia – 11 November 2025, The Namflix Festival 2025 officially launched today in Windhoek, marking the third instalment of the annual event dedicated to promoting local film and television. Hosted by OneAfrica TV in partnership with Future Media, the festival provides a platform for local storytellers to show their work to national audiences. Speaking at the launch, MultiChoice Namibia CEO Roger Gertze highlighted the importance of […]
EntertainmentMultiChoice launches documentary honouring President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah (Photo credit: @NamPresidency/X) MultiChoice has launched a new documentary, ‘Netumbo: A Leader Beyond Politics,’ celebrating the life and public service of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Produced in collaboration with Joe Vision Production House, the film follows Nandi-Ndaitwah’s journey from her early years to her rise in politics, highlighting her contributions to Namibia’s national development and public service. The documentary will be publicly available on 29 October, coinciding with the President’s birthday, […]
EntertainmentSean “Diddy” Combs faces sentencing this week Photo: Reuters/Jane Rosenberg Sean “Diddy” Combs will be sentenced on 3 October 2025, following his conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. The charges stem from a federal trial in which Combs was found guilty of orchestrating interstate sexual encounters involving male escorts and his former girlfriends, which he filmed. Each count carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison. CBS News reports that federal prosecutors […]
Health / MedicalBiosafety Act of 2006 requires review and modernisation says Aupindi By: Selma Taapopi Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources, Tobie Aupindi, says the Biosafety Act of 2006 (Act No. 7 of 2006) and its subsequent regulations have served Namibia well over the years. He however noted that rapid scientific advancements have exposed the need to review and modernise both the Act and its regulatory framework. Aupindi pointed out that while the legislation was promulgated in 2006, its […]
Health / Medical New Cancer Centres Aim to Expand Care Access Distance and financial barriers continue to limit access to cancer treatment, particularly in rural areas, the Cancer Association says. CEO Rolf Hansen calls for people-centred services, and the opening of a new oncology centre in Walvis Bay and a palliative care facility in Swakopmund aims to bring care closer to communities.
Health / Medical19 Cuban Doctors Join local Hospitals The Ministry of Health and Social Services welcomed 19 Cuban medical specialists on Friday, who will be stationed at Windhoek Central Hospital and Katutura Intermediate Hospital, reports Selma Taapopi. Their arrival strengthens the long-standing Namibia-Cuba partnership, which has contributed to improved healthcare services, skills transfer, and capacity building in the public health sector.
Health / MedicalCancer Association Urges Action During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month January marks Cervical Cancer Awareness and Elimination Month, and the Cancer Association of Namibia, WO30, is calling on the public to fight this largely preventable disease. Limited access to screening and HPV vaccination continues to put marginalized groups and people living with HIV at risk. C.A.N CEO Rolf Hansen:
Health / MedicalWindhoek District Hospital Access Road Nears Completion The Health ministry has announced major progress on the construction of the new Windhoek District Hospital access road, stormwater systems, and bulk water infrastructure, with completion expected in April 2026. Selma Taapopi reports:
Health / MedicalNamBTS Flags Critical Blood Shortage The Blood Transfusion Service Public Relations Officer, Frieda Vatileni-Asino, told NewsOnOne that blood stocks have dropped to critically low levels, enough to serve hospitals nationwide for only three days. She said reserves should ideally last at least 12 days and warned that the shortage endangers patients dependent on life-saving transfusions. Vatileni-Asino also outlined the causes behind the low supply.
EnvironmentNamibia launches first low-pressure green hydrogen clean cooking pilot By: Hertha Ekandjo A Namibian company, Kaoko Green Energy Solutions, says Namibia has taken a major step in its green energy transition with the launch of the country’s first low-pressure green hydrogen clean cooking pilot project in the Erongo Region. A statement released by the company states the pilot project is being implemented at JP Brand Primary School in the Walvis Bay Rural Constituency, marking Phase One of Namibia’s first […]
EnvironmentNamibia ramps up policies and funding to unlock green hydrogen investments By: Hertha Ekandjo Photo: Contributed The minister of industries, mines and energy, Modestus Amutse, said Namibia is intensifying targeted policy, financial and regulatory interventions to overcome key barriers in the development of its green hydrogen sector. Speaking at the just concluded 16th Session of the Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency in Abu Dhabi recently, Amutse said Namibia is prioritising mechanisms that will crowd in private capital and make large-scale green hydrogen and […]
EnvironmentDe-risking reforms position Namibia as an emerging green hydrogen leader By: Hertha Ekandjo Namibia’s rapid progress in green hydrogen development is the result of deliberate de-risking reforms that have created clarity, credibility, and investor confidence, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Phillipus Katamelo, said over the weekend. Katamelo was speaking at the 16th Session of the Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, held under the theme “Powering Humanity: Renewable Energy for Shared Prosperity.” […]
EnvironmentErongo Desalination Plant boosts water supply by 14% By: Ritta Lotto The Erongo Desalination Plant has recorded a 14% increase in water production in 2025, delivering 17.59 million cubic metres of potable water to the Erongo Region. Orano Mining Namibia says the increased output reflects the plant’s ability to keep pace with growing demand in the region, driven by expanding mining activities, industrial development and the growth of local towns. Water produced at the plant is supplied to […]
EnvironmentNamibia suspends import of animal feed from Angola over disease risks By: Envaalde Matheus The agriculture ministry’s veterinary services division has suspended all imports of raw bran and milling by-products from Angola over permit breaches and the risk of spreading animal diseases. Ministry spokesperson Simon Nghipandulwa said the ban was imposed on 5 January after some importers failed to follow permit rules and will remain in effect until further notice. Nghipandulwa said the breaches include a lack of proper certification from Angola’s veterinary authorities, unsealed or tampered consignments during transit, and missing clearance documents at entry points. […]
EnvironmentEU confirms N$1.9 billion in grants for Namibia’s Green Hydrogen drive By: Hertha Ekandjo The European Union has clarified the scale and structure of its financial support for Namibia’s emerging green hydrogen sector, confirming that €98 million, approximately N$1.9 billion, in grants have been committed so far under the EU’s Global Gateway initiative. EU Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins, said the support forms part of a broader €1.3 billion Global Gateway package, channelled through a coordinated “Team Europe” effort involving […]
VideosAll on board survive Delta flight incident at Toronto airport Investigators are looking into what caused a Delta Airlines flight to flip upside down on landing at Toronto's airport on Monday. With the potential that weather played a part. At least 21 people were injured but fortunately, no one died in the crash. Caroline Malone reports.
