NamibiaCitizens Urged to Support Miss Namibia As Human Rights Lawyer weighs in on Suzzy K Tribalist Commentary The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, via Interim Executive Director Linda Aipinge, has called on all citizens to fully support Johanna Swartbooi at Miss Universe 2025, condemning tribalism and emphasizing national unity. Human Rights Lawyer Norman Tjombe noted that Swartbooi may take legal action after content creator Suzzy K allegedly defamed her in a viral tribalist video. today19 November, 2025
Business / EconomicsTVET Policy Progress Reviewed in Swakopmund The Directorate of TVET under the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture is hosting an inception meeting in Swakopmund to evaluate the implementation of the 2021 National TVET Policy. Deputy Director for TVET, Ndakolute Abraham, provided insights on the meeting, highlighting its goal of ensuring the sector equips youth with future-ready skills while promoting growth, innovation, and sustainable development. today19 November, 2025
Business / EconomicsGlobal Cloudflare Outage Hits Major Websites Several major platforms, including X, ChatGPT, and the Namibian Stock Exchange, went offline yesterday due to a worldwide disruption at Cloudflare. Downdetector was also briefly affected, while Local Digital Expert Nrupesh Soni weighed in on the crucial role Cloudflare plays in managing and securing web traffic. today19 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaMICT slams tribalism levelled against Swaartbooi By: Selma Taapopi Information and Communication and Technology has condemned all forms of tribalism and discrimination directed at Miss Universe Namibia 2025 Johanna Swartbooi. In a statement issued on Tuesday, acting executive director Linda Iipinge said such behaviour goes against the values of unity, dignity and national pride upheld by the nation. Iipinge urged Namibians to support Swartbooi and recognise her accomplishments as she prepares to represent the country on […] today18 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaACC arrests two over alleged N$10,500 weeding subsidy fraud By: Josia Shigwedha The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has arrested and charged a senior agricultural technician and a community member in the Oshikoto Region over alleged corrupt practices dating back to 2017. According to the ACC, Muliehi Moscow Neo (41), a Senior Agricultural Technician at the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Land Reform, and Panduleni Hamunime (47) of Okadiva Village, were arrested following an investigation into the Government Weeding Subsidy […] today18 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaOshikoto Governor Unveils N$25 Million Borehole Project By Maria Namupala Oshikoto Regional Governor Sacky Kathindi has inaugurated four newly constructed boreholes in the villages of Akazulu, Onelao, Otatashe, and Oshikondeilwa. The water project, valued at N$25 million, was officially commissioned on Monday. Speaking at the event, Kathindi said the Regional Council, together with central government, is intensifying efforts to improve the well-being of communities by ensuring essential services are brought closer to residents. “The commissioning of this […] today18 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaMTC opens mobile home in Divundu Mobile Telecommunications Company spokesperson, Erasmus Nekundi (Photo by: MTC) Residents in Divundu and nearby communities in Kavango East will no longer need to travel long distances for mobile services following the opening of a new MTC mobile home in the town. Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus said network coverage has improved across Namibia in recent years. She added that the government now requires all service providers to offer […] today18 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaWalvis Bay launches online reporting tool to strengthen local accountability (Photo contributed) The Walvis Bay Municipality has introduced Ovakalimo, a new online platform designed to allow residents to report service-related issues directly to the council. The platform forms part of the European Union–supported Erongo Good Governance Project, which focuses on improving transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in local government. Municipal spokesperson Anita Kaihiva said the tool streamlines how residents flag concerns such as vandalism or broken infrastructure. Kaihiva explained that […] today18 November, 2025
insert_link Health / MedicalCancer Association Expands Palliative Care to Erongo The Cancer Association of Namibia, CEO Rolf Hansen, says they are set to open a new 10-bed palliative care unit in Swakopmund on 23 January 2026. Hansen confirmed that construction and furnishing are complete, staff recruitment began in mid-November, and the initiative underscores a shared commitment to providing dignified and accessible care for cancer patients and their families, while plans for the Windhoek West facility are progressing well. today18 November, 2025
