Namibia

Nandi-Ndaitwah Urges Stronger Legal Framework for Democracy

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for laws that protect democracy and speed up service delivery, expressing concern that only two of nine bills passed last session. She urged political parties to rise above partisanship and restore public confidence in Parliament, with Political analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah weighing in:

4 February, 2026

Namibia

Nandi-Ndaitwah urges unity as she opens new session of Parliament

(Photo credit: NBC) President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Tuesday opened the Third Session of Namibia’s Eighth Parliament with a call for unity, urging lawmakers to rise above partisan politics and focus on improving the lives of citizens. The annual ceremony, held under the theme “Enhancing the role of Parliament for inclusive development and participatory democracy,” brought together the executive, legislature, and judiciary in a symbolic affirmation of constitutional governance. In her […]

3 February, 2026

Namibia

Lawmakers face backlog as Parliament reopens

Parliament of Namibia (Photo credit: Commonwealth Parliamentary Association of United Kingdom) The official opening of Namibia’s Parliament takes place this afternoon, uniting the three arms of the state: the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary. This event marks the start of a new parliamentary session, during which lawmakers are expected to focus on national policy, oversight, and legislation. Key bills expected to be tabled include the Land Bill, the Public […]

3 February, 2026

Namibia

National Pension Fund Rollout Must Include Workers, Says Kavihuha

Mahongoro Kavihuha, representing the Namibia Trade Union Congress, criticized the implementation of the National Pension Fund and National Medical Aid, describing it as carried out without adequate consultation. He told Namibia Business Review in an exclusive interview that the process should involve both employees and the government to ensure fairness, transparency, and the protection of current benefits.

3 February, 2026

Business / Economics

Roads Authority Talks Permit Applications Decentralisation

The Roads Authority has announced that road carrier permit applications will now be decentralised to all NaTIS offices nationwide. Effective 1 February, applicants can submit and collect permits at any NaTIS office, cutting travel and courier costs, with spokesperson Hileni Fillemon confirming the move and hinting at a future online system.

3 February, 2026

Business / Economics

Dr Marius Kudumo weighs in on Journalist Escorted from State House.

Journalist Jemima Beukes was allegedly escorted out of State House after posing a question to the President during the opening of the first Cabinet meeting, despite prior communication that no questions would be allowed. Public policy analyst Dr Marius Kudumo weighed in on the incident, saying there should be respect for the Head of State’s decision when she declines to take questions.

3 February, 2026

Namibia

NANSO calls for public campaign on subsidised tertiary education model

The Namibia National Student Organisation is calling on the government to intensify public communication around the phased rollout of the subsidised tertiary education model, saying many students and parents still lack clear information on how the system will work. NANSO President Dorthea Nangolo said while the education ministry has addressed the issue publicly, the information is not easily accessible to ordinary citizens who need to understand funding requirements and application […]

2 February, 2026

Business / Economics

Namport upgrades Walvis Bay port equipment to improve efficiency and safety

The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) has introduced next-generation reach stackers at the Port of Walvis Bay as part of its ongoing port modernisation drive aimed at improving efficiency, safety, and service delivery. The E-Series machines, supplied by Forklift Allied Equipment, are capable of stacking containers up to five high, increasing container handling capacity while reducing equipment downtime and operational risks. Namport’s Manager for Marketing and Stakeholder Engagement, Cliff Shikuambi, said […]

2 February, 2026

Namibia

Namibia on course to register HIV prevention injection

By: Selma Taapopi Namibia has fast-tracked the registration of lenacapavir, an injectable HIV prevention treatment administered twice a year. Lenacapavir is a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) administered as a long-acting injectable formulation, in contrast to oral tablets that require daily administration. The ministry on Thursday announced the progress on its Facebook page. Last year, Deputy Executive Director for Regional Health and Social Welfare Services, Taimi Amaambo, told NewsOne that over 100 […]

29 January, 2026