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IPPR pushes for transparency in public procurement

(Photo credit: lawbhandari.com) The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has released a new Procurement Tracker Namibia report, urging stronger links between the Access to Information Act of 2022 and the Public Procurement Act of 2015 to promote transparency in government spending. The report also analyses the upcoming Public Procurement Amendment Bill of 2025, which aims to strengthen accountability and improve access to public information across Namibia’s procurement system. IPPR […]

11 November, 2025

Namibia

National Council urges civic education on two Chambers of Parliament

By: Selma Taapopi The National Council has called for education on the difference between the two legislative houses of Parliament, the National Assembly, and the National Council. National Council Vice Chairperson Victoria Kauma urged government institutions, including the Ministry of Justice and educational institutions, to promote civic education and enable citizens to participate more effectively in governance. This follows outreach visits to the //Karas and Erongo regions, during which the […]

11 November, 2025

Namibia

Former Omaruru mayor granted N$8 000 bail for alleged nepotism

By: Staff Reporter The Omaruru Regional Court has granted an N$8 000 bail to it's former mayor, Hendrina Gebhardt, and postponed the case to 4 December 2025, for plea and trial. Gebhardt was arrested on Monday and charged under Section 43(1) of the Anti-Corruption Act of 2003 for corruptly using her office for gratification. The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) confirmed the arrest for allegedly using her position to influence the appointment of […]

11 November, 2025

Namibia

Informal sector powers 25% of GDP, employs over half of workforce

By: Hertha Ekandjo Namibia’s informal economy contributes an estimated 25 percent to the Gross Domestic Product and employs 57.7 percent of the total workforce, making it a central pillar of the nation’s economic and social fabric. According to the 2025 National Diagnostic on Informality in Namibia report, the sector is the primary source of livelihood for most Namibians, particularly women, who make up 53 percent of its participants, and youth, […]

11 November, 2025

Namibia

Vice president calls for continuity in government agenda ahead of elections

By: Envaalde Matheus Vice president, Lucia Witbooi, has called for continuity and progress in the country’s governance agenda as the nation prepares for the Regional and Local Authority Elections on 26 November 2025. While speaking at the official send-off of the Sixth National Council, Witbooi commended members for their service and urged the incoming Seventh Council to build on their achievements. The Council deliberated on 65 bills covering key areas […]

11 November, 2025

Namibia

Dr. Hage Geingob freeway officially opens in Windhoek

The ceremony was attended by Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, and the Chinese Ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping. Photo credit: Xinhua News Agency Windhoek now has a new transport link with the official opening of the Dr. Hage G. Geingob Freeway. The 21.3 km four-lane dual carriageway connects downtown Windhoek to Hosea Kutako International Airport, marking a key milestone in Namibia’s transport infrastructure. According to the Xinhua news agency, […]

11 November, 2025

Namibia

Witbooi Urges Continuity Ahead of Local Elections

Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called for continued progress in governance agenda as the nation prepares for the 26 November Regional and Local Authority Elections. Envaalde Matheus for NewsOnOne reports that she was speaking at the send-off of the Sixth National Council, where she praised members for their service and encouraged the incoming Seventh Council to build on their work.

11 November, 2025

Namibia

Electoral Commission Begins Candidate Training for Local Elections

The Electoral Commission has started training shortlisted candidates for the regional and local authority council elections scheduled for 26 November. The Commission says the sessions will conclude on 15 November and expects full attendance from all trainees, including those who have previously participated in similar programs, ECN spokesperson De Wet Siluka confirmed.

11 November, 2025

Business / Economics

Domestic Inflation Inches Up to 3.6% in October

Domestic inflation rose slightly to 3.6% in October , up from 3.5% in September and 3.0% a year earlier, marking a modest rise after months of price stability. Monthly prices climbed 0.5%, ending two months of no change. The increase was mainly driven by higher housing and transport costs, while food inflation continued to ease. Simonis Storm economist, Almandro Jansen:

11 November, 2025