Namibia

By: Hertha Ekandjo The Old Mutual Foundation has donated solar-powered study lights worth N$137 000 to learners at three schools across the country to support after-hours learning. The handover took place on Tuesday at Suiderlig Secondary School in Keetmanshoop and Empelheim Secondary School in Mariental, with further distribution scheduled for Evululuko Secondary School in Oshakati. The initiative aims to assist learners who struggle to study after dark by providing reliable […]

By: Hertha Ekandjo The Bank of Namibia (BoN)_ this week signed a gold purchase agreement with QKR Namibia Navachab, as part of efforts to strengthen the central bank’s reserve management framework. The agreement provides for the structured purchase of domestically produced gold, in line with international reserve management standards and the bank’s long-term strategic objectives. According to a media statement issued on Tuesday, the development forms part of the bank’s […]

By: Ludorf Iiyambo Namibian Police intensified their search for missing Beatus Iiyambo (25) last Friday, deploying a helicopter and drone.   The search also included foot patrols and sniffer dogs in areas where Iiyambo was last seen, including Windhoek’s Khomasdal, Otjomuise and Goreangab.   Despite these efforts, Khomas Region’s Head of the Crime Investigation Division, Deputy Commissioner Fredrik Ndjadila, said there has been no trace of Iiyambo since they launched a high-level investigation two weeks ago.   Iiyambo went missing two months ago after travelling from the Omusati Region to Windhoek for work.   Ndjadila explained that a helicopter conducted an aerial search in three areas. He said the operation was […]

By: Ritta Lotto Namibian Police Tourism Protection Sub-Division has recovered luggage belonging to two Zambian delegation currently visiting Namibia for a conference. The items were stolen while the visitors had briefly stopped at an accommodation facility to inquire about lodging. The division’s head, Chief Inspector Christina van Dunem DaFonsech-Shikongo, confirmed that two suspects have been arrested in connection with the theft. She said a 30-year-old man was apprehended in Windhoek’s […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Khomas Police are appealing for assistance in locating Romeo Ronald Nuseb(26), who went missing in Katutura last week. Nuseb was last seen on 18 March, in Renaissance Street in Saamstaan (Ovambo location), Windhoek. Nuseb speaks Khoekhoegowab. He is slender and light in complexion. According to information provided to the police, Nuseb informed his family that he was travelling to Oranjemund for a job opportunity. However, he never […]

By: Maria Namupala The Office of the Prime Minister has issued an open call to all "Order With Me" entrepreneurs within the Khomas Region, to register for a meeting with Prime MinisterElijah Ngurare. According to a press release, Ngurare will meet directly with micro-importers and digital traders to bridge the gap between grassroots commerce and national policy. The platform will allow small business owners to voice the unique challenges they […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Seven male suspects were arrested across Namibia over the Independence weekend after police uncovered illegal drugs, including cannabis, mandrax tablets and cocaine, during stop-and-search operations. According to the weekend crime report, an adult male was arrested at Osire on Saturday after he was allegedly found in possession of bankies of cannabis during a police search. He remains in custody and is expected to appear in the Otjiwarongo […]

By: Staff Reporter Bank Windhoek has announced a N$550 000 sponsorship to the Namibia Chess Federation (NCF), reinforcing its commitment to youth development through chess. The contribution, announced on 20 March 2026, brings the bank’s total support over the past four years to N$2 million. The funding will support grassroots programmes, school outreach, and participation in regional and international competitions. Namibia Chess Federation president, Charles Eichab, has welcomed the sponsorship, […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Four men were arrested in Swakopmund after robbing a couple of their belongings during an evening walk. The incident occurred on Saturday between 19h20 and 20h30 along Strand Street in Swakopmund. It is alleged that the couple was approached by a taxi carrying four men, who jumped out and robbed the couple of their mobile phones and wallet before fleeing the scene. The stolen items included an […]