insert_link Business / EconomicsEU, Port of Rotterdam support Namport in Lüderitz port expansion plan The European Union and the Port of Rotterdam have signed a N$13 million partnership with Namport to support the planned expansion of the Lüderitz Port in southern Namibia. The agreement, signed during the EU’s Africa regional workshop on Green Shipping Corridors, forms part of the EU–Namibia Strategic Partnership on Sustainable Raw Materials and Renewable Hydrogen. The project will focus on environmental and technical studies for the proposed expansion at Angra […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaYango drivers promote road safety in Namibia By: Ritta Lotto Yango Group is strengthening its focus on road safety in Namibia, with partner drivers emerging as advocates for responsible driving and safer communities. Through professional standards, app-based safety features, and a passenger-first approach, they are helping shape a culture of safety on Namibian roads. “Yango is safe for drivers and also for the customers. I have driven for them for a long time and haven’t experienced anything […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia President Nandi-Ndaitwah Returns from Angola Independence Celebrations President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has returned from Angola’s 50th Independence celebrations, arriving at Andimba Toivo ya Toivo Airport in Ondangwa, reports Maria Namupala. She urged Namibians to deepen relationships with neighboring countries and to value and strengthen regional cooperation. today13 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaCabinet Approves Name for New National Airline Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi has confirmed that Cabinet has approved the name of the new national carrier, Namibia Air (Pty) Ltd, which will be fully owned by the government. In this report for NewsOnOne by Selma Taapopi, Nekundi said the airline’s establishment—initiated under the directive of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah—is expected to commence in the next financial year. today13 November, 2025
NamibiaFewer Candidates, More Voters Ahead of Election Day Citizens will head to the polls on 26 November with a smaller field of contenders than in 2020. The Electoral Commission confirmed 456 candidates representing 20 political parties and 68 independents. Despite the decline, voter registration has risen to nearly 1.5 million. Public policy analyst Dr. Marius Kudumo. today13 November, 2025
NamibiaPublic Urged to Stay Safe on Open Wi-Fi Networks The Communications Regulatory Authority is warning the public to be cautious when connecting to open Wi-Fi in public areas like malls, airports, and restaurants. It says unsecured networks can easily be exploited by hackers, urging users to avoid online banking or sharing personal details. CRAN’s Mufaro Nesongano, Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations: today13 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNUST concludes salary agreement with unions By: Josia Shigwedha The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has reached a salary agreement with the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) and the Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN), successfully concluded negotiations for the 2024/2025 financial year. The agreement applies to all eligible administrative and academic staff within the bargaining unit. Administrative staff in job Grades 7 to 11 will receive a 5% increase, while those in Grades […] today12 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaHigh energy costs threaten green schemes (Photo credit: africa-press.net) Green scheme managers from Kavango East and West regions, together with stakeholders, met in Rundu this week for a workshop hosted by the Electricity Control Board. The workshop aimed to identify sustainable electricity tariffs to ensure that energy costs do not undermine local food production. Local green schemes currently spend around one million dollars per month on electricity, a figure that could threaten their long-term viability. Salomo […] today12 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamCor holds public consultation on Offshore Venus Field The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia Venus Oil Field (Photo: Namcor) The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NamCor) and its partners are holding public consultations in Windhoek as part of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the Offshore Venus Field. According to NamCor spokesperson Paulo Coelho, the engagement is a legal requirement under Namibia’s environmental regulations and aims to involve communities and stakeholders in evaluating potential impacts of […] today12 November, 2025
