insert_link Namibia Windhoek Fire Brigade Urges Caution Amid Rising Fire Risk. The Windhoek Fire Brigade has issued a public alert as fire risks escalate due to seasonal dry conditions. Assistant Fire Chief Lucas Hatutale says increased incidents are being reported across the country, often caused by carelessness, open flames, or drought-driven factors. today20 June, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Dangote Visit Sparks Economic Cooperation Talks. Obinna Anyanwu, who leads Nigeria’s operations for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, praised Namibia’s economic openness during the ongoing Commonwealth Business Summit 2025. He highlighted the country’s welcoming approach to trade and investment as a positive sign for regional collaboration. today20 June, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics President Champions Intra-Africa Investment for Growth Head of State, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, says strengthening investment ties with fellow African nations is vital for harnessing local resource wealth. During a courtesy call by Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote at State House, the President noted that partnerships like these can drive sustainable development. Selma Taapopi filed this report for NewsOnOne. today20 June, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia Hosts First-Ever Commonwealth Trade Meetings Outside UK Namibia is making history by hosting the 2025 Commonwealth Business Summit and Trade Ministers Meeting — the first time these events take place outside London. This unprecedented move brings key global trade leaders to Windhoek. On the margins of the event, NIPDB CEO Nangula Uaandja shared her insights in an exclusive interview with Future Media News. The Conference ends on Friday. today19 June, 2025
insert_link Namibia EU and UNICEF Boost Drought Aid to Hard-Hit Areas The European Union has committed €911,000 (approximately N$19 million) to support emergency drought response through UNICEF, which is also contributing an extra €228,000 (about N$5 million) from its own resources. The joint effort is aimed at expanding life-saving assistance to communities severely impacted by the ongoing El Niño and La Niña conditions. Around 86,000 people in affected. Ana Beatriz Martins is EU’s Ambassador to Namibia: Prime Minister Elijah Tjitunga Ngurare […] today19 June, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Residents Demand Fairness as City of Windhoek Faces Electricity Tariff Backlash By Leonard Witbeen Katutura Residents Committee representative, Shaun Gariseb, has condemned the City of Windhoek’s approach to electricity disconnections and its handling of the recent power tariff hike application, accusing the municipality of undermining legal directives and acting in bad faith. Gariseb alleges that last year, despite electricity being subsidised by government, the City of Windhoek unlawfully disconnected power to households over unpaid water bills—something he says is prohibited by […] today18 June, 2025
insert_link Namibia Rent Control Still on the Table for 2025 Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa, shared during an interview with NewsOnOne’s Hertha Ekandjo, that the long-awaited Rent Control Bill is still part of the ministry’s 2025 legislative priorities. However, he admitted he has not yet received a full briefing on the bill's status. today18 June, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics NAMFISA CEO Raises Alarm Over Low AGM Turnout Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority CEO Kenneth Matomola has urged members of medical aid funds to take Annual General Meetings more seriously, citing consistently low attendance. He emphasized that AGMs are essential governance platforms for influencing how members’ contributions are managed, especially amid rising healthcare costs. Victoria Raimond is the Manager for Corporate Communications and Consumer Education at NAMFISA. today18 June, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics BoN Set to Announce Rate Decision Today. The Bank of Namibia is expected to reveal its latest repo rate decision today, with the current rate standing at 6.75%. While South Africa recently lowered its repo rate to 7.25%, narrowing the interest rate gap between the two countries, experts have emphasized the importance of maintaining the dollar peg. Economist Robert McGregor from CIRRIUS Capital shared his outlook on the upcoming decision. today18 June, 2025
