insert_link Namibia President relieves Minister of his duties President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has relieved Natangwe Ithete of his duties as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy, with immediate effect. In the interest of continuity, the President will temporarily assume responsibility for the ministry. The Presidency thanked Ithete for his service, confirming that he will remain a Member of Parliament, and reaffirmed its commitment to good governance and accountability. today27 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia signs the UN Convention Against Cybercrime Namibia has officially signed the United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime, joining 65 nations in the global fight against digital crime. The agreement was signed in Hanoi, Vietnam, by Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus. Adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2024, the treaty seeks to strengthen international cooperation against cyber threats, including online fraud, child exploitation, and money laundering. The convention will take effect once 40 member states ratify […] today27 October, 2025
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s suspended Police Minister has no recollection of political interference Senzo Mchunu has denied interfering in the work of the police, insisting under oath that he has no recollection of any instance of political interference. Testifying before the ad hoc committee, Mchunu said divisions within police leadership existed long before his appointment. today23 October, 2025
insert_link World Donald Trump cancels summit with Russia’s Putin The United States has imposed sanctions on Russia’s major oil companies, citing Moscow’s lack of commitment to ending the war in Ukraine. The move follows the collapse of a planned Trump-Putin summit, which Trump said he cancelled because “it didn’t feel right.” today23 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Timo Thomas wins Senior Chef of the Year Top chefs competed in the 2025 NamChefs Chef of the Year Competition, celebrating culinary talent and creativity in the country. Young chef Isabella Adamson won the school category, while Elizabeth Shikongeni claimed both Junior Chef of the Year and overall winner titles. Timo Thomas was named Senior Chef of the Year. today23 October, 2025
insert_link South Africa The High Court in Pretoria orders SA’s Zuma to pay back millions in legal fees The High Court in Pretoria has ordered former South African President Jacob Zuma to pay back over 28.9-million-rand in legal fees unlawfully funded by the state for his personal corruption trial defence. If the amount is not settled within 60 days, Zuma’s assets may be attached and sold, including his presidential pension. today23 October, 2025
Namibia Stakeholders discuss Africa’s path to sustainable The Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management, in partnership with the University of Rostock, and supported by Germany’s Federal Ministry of Research, has concluded the 3rd International Conference on Circular Economy, Renewable Energies, and Green Hydrogen in Africa in Windhoek. We spoke to the Director of Science and Technology at SASSCAL, Dr. Budzanani Tacheba. today23 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia The Namibian Competition Commission has transferred a total of N$65 million in penalties to the State Revenue Fund since its establishment in 2009, with the latest N$9 million payment made for the 2024/25 financial year. The Namibian Competition Commission has transferred a total of N$65 million in penalties to the State Revenue Fund since its establishment in 2009, with the latest N$9 million payment made for the 2024/25 financial year. According to the NaCC, the N$9 million collected during the financial year came from settlement agreements in the non-financial (N$1 million), cement (N$5 million), and fuel and air transport (N$3 million) sectors. Here is the […] today23 October, 2025
Namibia Rössing invests over N$1m towards healthcare infrastructure in Erongo Rössing Uranium has invested N$1.25 million in the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) Erongo Regional Office. The funds will be used to construct a boundary wall for the Swakopmund District Hospital, procure laundry equipment for the Usakos District Hospital, and renovate the psychiatric unit at the Walvis Bay District Hospital. Rössing Uranium Managing Director Johan Coetzee said that they identified the health sector as a critical area to […] today21 January, 2025
