insert_link Namibia Witbooi Urges Continuity Ahead of Local Elections Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called for continued progress in governance agenda as the nation prepares for the 26 November Regional and Local Authority Elections. Envaalde Matheus for NewsOnOne reports that she was speaking at the send-off of the Sixth National Council, where she praised members for their service and encouraged the incoming Seventh Council to build on their work. today11 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission Begins Candidate Training for Local Elections The Electoral Commission has started training shortlisted candidates for the regional and local authority council elections scheduled for 26 November. The Commission says the sessions will conclude on 15 November and expects full attendance from all trainees, including those who have previously participated in similar programs, ECN spokesperson De Wet Siluka confirmed. today11 November, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Domestic Inflation Inches Up to 3.6% in October Domestic inflation rose slightly to 3.6% in October , up from 3.5% in September and 3.0% a year earlier, marking a modest rise after months of price stability. Monthly prices climbed 0.5%, ending two months of no change. The increase was mainly driven by higher housing and transport costs, while food inflation continued to ease. Simonis Storm economist, Almandro Jansen: today11 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Statistics Agency’s 2025 Financial Inclusion Survey Concludes The Statistics Agency has wrapped up the 2025 Financial Inclusion Survey, collecting information from 1,960 households across 14 regions with the help of 198 field staff. Results, expected by the end of March 2026, will inform the government and stakeholders in developing inclusive financial policies. NSA spokesperson Iipumbu Sakaria offered additional caution: today10 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Civil Aviation Authority Posts Strong Financial Turnaround The Namibia Civil Aviation Authority reported a significant financial recovery for the 2024/2025 year, cutting its operational loss to N$1 million and recording a profit of N$52 million. The Authority received an unqualified audit opinion, reflecting strong governance and financial discipline. Nelson Ahipala serves as the spokesperson for the NCAA. today10 November, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Nandi-Ndaitwah Calls for Assertive Global Partnerships President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged citizens to approach international partnerships with confidence and strength, rejecting a “poverty mentality.” She made the remarks Thursday at the opening of the two-day Namibia Public-Private Forum, organized by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board, as reported by NewsOnOne's Envaalde Matheus. today24 October, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Pink October Highlights Breast Cancer Prevention The global Pink October campaign promotes awareness, early detection, and patient support for breast cancer. According to Rolf Hansen, CEO of the Cancer Association, the initiative stresses prevention, regular mammograms, and hope, represented by the pink ribbon. today24 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics NamCor Engages Stakeholders on Offshore Venus Project NamCor and its partners are conducting the second consultation for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment of the Offshore Venus Field, located 320 kilometers southwest of Lüderitz. NamCor's Paulo Coelho emphasized that the engagement is part of Namibia’s legal environmental assessment requirements and seeks to involve communities and stakeholders in evaluating potential project impacts. today24 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Khomas Anti-Corruption Office Records 73 Reports in 2024/25 The Khomas regional office of the Anti-Corruption Commission received 73 corruption reports during the 2024/25 financial year, NewsOnOne’s Ludorf Iiyambo reports. Chief Investigating Officer Willem Olivier highlighted the National Petroleum Operation as one of the significant cases this year at the national anti-corruption strategy forum in Windhoek. today23 October, 2025
