insert_link NamibiaErongo 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 / EconomicsDomestic 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 NamibiaSwapo 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
Business / EconomicsDecember 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
insert_link Interview TranscriptsInterview: In Gobabis, Shelter Foundation Rally in Epako Ends in Arrest and Injuries GOBABIS – The Right to Shelter Foundation faced a tense confrontation with municipal authorities and police over a planned rally on 22 November at the soccer field behind Epako Secondary School. Wynand Lukas, the organization’s second-in-command, explained that the foundation had followed proper procedures by notifying the municipality and police of its intention to hold a public gathering on informal settlement land. However, two other political parties — the […] today24 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaAnti-Corruption Commission Arrests Two Over 792k Fraud The Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested Liam Mbako, a Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform Hydrologist Technician, and Godfried Uiseb, owner of MacGodmen Trading CC, for allegedly defrauding the Ministry with a Water Sampling Trailer that was never delivered, involving N$387,397 in payments. The two are suspected of misappropriating a total of N$792,257 in public funds. They appeared in Windhoek Magistrate’s Court yesterday, were granted N$10,000 bail each, and the case […] today21 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaPhase Two of Connectivity Project Underway Says CRAN The Communications Regulatory Authority has allocated more than 42 million dollars in subsidies to advance Phase Two of the Universal Service Fund, focusing on improving mobile broadband and voice coverage in underserved regions. Mufaro Nesongano, Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations at CRAN, highlighted that schools and health facilities benefiting from the new infrastructure will enjoy free services for seven years. today21 November, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsDomestic Car Sales Slow in October The domestic vehicle market softened at the start of the fourth quarter, with 1,267 units sold in October — a 2.8 percent drop from September. The decline follows a modest rebound in September, when sales climbed by just over 3 percent. Despite the monthly dip, overall momentum remains positive. Year-on-year, domestic vehicle sales rose 10.7 percent, sustaining the recovery that began after the sharp fall in March. Simonis Storm economist […] today21 November, 2025
NamibiaYango Drivers Drive Safer Roads Yango’s partner drivers are driving safer roads by upholding professional standards and using app-based features like GPS tracking and SOS alerts. Reuben Williams, chief accounts manager for Yango, highlighted in a statement that these tools, combined with a culture of honesty and accountability, reduce reckless driving complaints, build passenger trust, and contribute to a safer ride-hailing experience nationwide. today20 November, 2025
