Hertha

EEC summons 15 employers over non-compliance with Affirmative Action Act

By: Hertha Ekandjo The Employment Equity Commission (EEC) has summoned 15 relevant employers to appear before a review panel for failing to comply with the provisions of the Affirmative Action (Employment) Act, Act No. 29 of 1998. The affected employers, defined as companies employing ten or more employees, were cited for deficiencies in their submitted Affirmative Action reports. According to the Commission, the review panel hearings will take place from […]

20 January, 2026

Environment

Namibia 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 […]

14 January, 2026

Namibia

The bail hearing of Naomi Fisch, one of five accused facing charges of drug trafficking and money laundering linked to 200 grams of Cannabis and N$154 000, continues in the Rehoboth Magistrates Court this morning. Fisch's co-accused are Steve Schneiders, Menschel Beukes, Revilo Diergaardt, and Dylan Vrieslaar. Jemima Beukes, reporting for Future Media News, spoke to Rehoboth Deputy Mayor Chrystal Swartz at the court. ENG Chrystal Swartz court

14 January, 2026

Environment

De-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.” […]

13 January, 2026

Namibia

Several Windhoek schools charge admission fees referred to as ‘development fees’

By: Hertha Ekandjo A survey conducted by NewsOnOne has revealed that several schools in Windhoek are charging between N$400 and N$600 per learner for admission and school-related fees, sparking concern and frustration among parents. This is despite a warning by the education ministry earlier this week against education officials accepting or soliciting gifts or money from parents for learner placements. Many parents have expressed dissatisfaction, stating that the fees were […]

9 January, 2026

Namibia

US Embassy clarifies visa bond pilot program

The United States embassy in Namibia has clarified that the U.S. visa bond pilot program, which came into effect in Namibia on January 1, 2026, applies exclusively to Namibian citizens applying for B1/B2 business and tourist visas. The visa bond requirement forms part of a global pilot program being implemented in Namibia and 37 other countries. The embassy explained that Namibian students traveling to the United States on F […]

9 January, 2026

Environment

Erongo 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 […]

9 January, 2026

Health / Medical

Grootfontein records 24 Cholera cases since November 2025

By: Envaalde Matheus The Grootfontein Municipal Council says it is scrambling to contain a fast-spreading Cholera outbreak, yet conditions in the town’s informal settlements remain critical, despite emergency water and sanitation efforts. Otjozondjupa regional health director, Gebardo Thimoteus, confirmed to NewsOnOne that 24 cholera cases have been laboratory-confirmed without fatalities and no hospitalisation currently, but urges the public to take hygiene precautions as health teams intensify their response. The […]

8 January, 2026

Environment

Namibia 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. […]

7 January, 2026