insert_link Business / Economics Repo Rate Held at 6.50% to Support Stability The Bank of Namibia has kept the Repo rate unchanged at 6.50% following its final MPC meeting of the year earlier this week. The committee said the decision helps maintain the Namibia Dollar–Rand peg while supporting the domestic economy. Moderate economic growth, contained inflation, slower credit extension, a narrower trade deficit, and sufficient international reserves all shaped the decision. today4 December, 2025
insert_link Namibia Esie Schimming-Chase Becomes First Female Permanent Supreme Court Judge Judge Esie Schimming-Chase has been appointed as the first woman to serve as a permanent judge on the Supreme Court. Additionally, Vikitoria Hango of the Justice Office confirmed that the Judicial Service Commission has appointed five acting judges to the Supreme Court for the period from January to December 2026. today3 December, 2025
insert_link Namibia Poor Service Delivery Shifts Voter Support, Says Analyst Kudumo Political analyst Marius Kudumo told NewsOnOne’s Josia Shigwedha that operational challenges and weak performance in key towns formerly led by opposition parties, such as Windhoek and Walvis Bay, prompted voters to change their support in the recent elections. He noted that citizens are prioritising effective service delivery, a factor that enabled Swapo to reclaim control of most regional constituencies and local authorities. today3 December, 2025
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 Amutse Appointed as New Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has named Modestus Amutse as the new Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, with the appointment taking effect yesterday. The decision, as per the presidency’s socials, is made in line with Article 35 of the constitution, which authorises the President to appoint Ministers from the National Assembly to oversee government functions. Amutse enters the portfolio with substantial public service experience, having served as Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, as well as a Member of Parliament […] today3 December, 2025
insert_link Namibia IPC Slams Cancellation of Councillor Swearing-In Josia Shigwedha for NewsOne journalled that IPC spokesperson Immanuel Nashinge has condemned the nationwide cancellation of the swearing-in for newly elected regional and local councillors, describing it as a “legal quagmire.” He emphasized that the law mandates councillors be sworn in within seven days of election results and questioned how the government intends to resolve the issue. today2 December, 2025
insert_link Namibia Erongo Council Holds Workshop to Revamp Operations Dr. Mupenzeni Ntelamo, Chief Regional Officer of the Erongo Regional Council, led an introspection and revamping workshop yesterday at the Swakopmund Constituency Office. The session gathered key staff from Administration, Auxiliary Services, the Minutes Section, ICT, and the CRO’s office. The council’s Public Relations Office, Irene Jacobs, shared details of the initiative: today2 December, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Domestic Growth Slows Amid Manufacturing and Mining Weakness The domestic economy is forecast to slow to 3.0% for this year before recovering to 3.9% in 2026, hindered by a 4.6% contraction in manufacturing and a 0.1% decline in primary industries. Persistent drought, reduced livestock and diamond output, and falling SACU and diamond revenues pose additional risks, according to Josefina Oskar from the Bank of Namibia. Adding that, on the global front, growth is slowing: advanced economies remain stagnant at 1.6%, emerging markets show slight moderation, while Sub-Saharan […] today1 December, 2025
insert_link Namibia Swapo Lead Reflects Voter Confidence, according to analysts Political analysts say Swapo’s 63% lead in regional council and local authority elections reflects renewed voter trust, driven by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s focus on people-centered development and anti-corruption initiatives, as reported by NewsOnOne's Envaalde Matheus. Analysts add that opposition parties are losing momentum as coalition-led authorities show limited progress. today1 December, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics December Fuel Prices Set to Rise The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy has confirmed a 21-cent-per-litre increase for petrol and both diesel types starting later this week. In Walvis Bay, petrol will cost N$20.58 per litre, 50ppm diesel N$20.13, and 10ppm diesel N$20.23. Diesel under-recoveries will be absorbed by the National Energy Fund. The Ministry’s Anna Salkeus stressed the importance of balancing cost recovery with consumer protection while ensuring steady fuel supply, wishing residents a safe and prosperous holiday season. today1 December, 2025
