insert_link Health / Medical Mpox Outbreak Declared in Swakopmund The Ministry of Health and Social Services has confirmed , via its social media, the first Mpox case in Swakopmund, Erongo Region. The patient is stable and isolated at Swakopmund District Hospital, with the infection linked to recent cross-border travel within the SADC region. Authorities are monitoring contacts and screening for additional cases. The ministry urges anyone showing symptoms—fever, headache, swollen lymph nodes, muscle aches, or rash—to report to health […] today20 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia White Cane Day Commemorated in Oniipa (Photo:Maria Namuapal) By Maria Namupala Visually impaired individuals in Oniipa, Oshikoto Region, marked their annual International White Cane Day on Wednesday. The white cane, used by visually impaired people to navigate their surroundings, was first adopted in the United States in October 1964 and is celebrated annually on October 15. Speaking at the event, Emma Amadhila, regional coordinator of the Northern Association of the Visually Impaired (NAVI), explained that the […] today17 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Police Impound 91 Pirate Taxis Since March Windhoek City Police sergeant Kavekotoka Humavindu says 91 pirate taxis have been impounded since March. According to our correspondent Josia Shigwedha, Humavindu urged commuters to verify taxis before boarding amid a surge in robberies involving unregistered operators. today17 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Thousands Paid as NamPost Begins New Social Grant Cycle NamPost has successfully registered and paid more than 20 percent of social grant beneficiaries in the first three days of the new payout period. Over 5,000 people have already received their payments, and all mobile units are now in operation. Spokesperson Gladwin Groenwaldt advised beneficiaries to adhere to the payout schedule and said NamPost remains committed to serving everyone efficiently. today17 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Petrofund and Baker Hughes have Partnered to Strengthen Energy Skills Development Petrofund and Baker Hughes have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at developing local Field Service Engineers in the energy sector. The agreement was signed in Windhoek during a session with energy and petroleum stakeholders hosted by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board. Petrofund Chief Executive Officer Niillian Mulemi spoke about the collaboration with our Angie Scholtz. today17 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Touch One Foundation Targets Youth Awareness in Energy Sector Picture: One Africa Tv, NewsOnOne, Ritta Lotto The Touch One Foundation has been launched to teach high school students about the growing oil and gas industry. Chairperson Steven Shihepo cautioned that young people could be left behind if they are not well-informed and prepared for the sector’s opportunities, according to NewsOnOne’s Ritta Lotto. today16 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Political Groups Demand Funding for Ballot Oversight Political parties have expressed frustration over the Electoral Commission’s decision not to pay for their participation in monitoring ballot paper printing in South Africa. Manuel Ngaringombe, secretary general of the Popular Democratic Movement, said the four selected parties should not have to cover their own expenses for such a critical process. ECN’s spokesperson, De Wet Siluka. today16 October, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Basic Income Grant Coalition Urges Urgent Action on Universal Grant The Basic Income Grant Coalition has voiced deep disappointment with the Nandi-Ndaitwah administration for failing to implement a universal basic income grant or expand social grants as promised in its election manifesto. Coalition activist Rinaani Musutua highlighted the struggles of 1.6 million Namibians who face daily hardship just to secure a decent meal, warning that poverty, unemployment, and inequality remain persistent decades after independence. Musutua expressed frustration that the government […] today15 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Basic Income Grant Coalition Criticises Government Over Broken Promises The Basic Income Grant Coalition has voiced strong disappointment with the Nandi-Ndaitwah administration for failing to implement a universal basic income grant or expand social grants as promised in its election manifesto. Coalition activist Rinaani Musutua said the government continues to ignore the plight of 1.6 million citizens who struggle daily to afford a decent meal, while poverty, unemployment, and inequality remain unresolved decades after independence. today15 October, 2025
