NamibiaCouncil Pushes for Stronger Civic Education The National Council has urged government and educational institutions to strengthen civic education to boost public participation in governance, as reported by Selma Taapopi for NewsOnOne. This follows outreach visits to the //Karas and Erongo regions, where many citizens were found to struggle in distinguishing the roles of the National Assembly and the National Council. today12 November, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsReport Targets Growth in Informal Economy A new report launched in Windhoek aims to enhance understanding of the informal economy and support inclusive growth. The Diagnostic Report on Informality, developed by the Bank of Namibia with government ministries and the UN, highlights key challenges and policy solutions for a sector that sustains most citizens, particularly women and youth. Dr Michael Humavindu is the Chairperson of the National Working Group on Informality and Executive Director in the […] today12 November, 2025
Business / EconomicsTourism Sector Sustains Strong Growth The Hospitality Association says the tourism industry continues to recover steadily, with third-quarter room and bed occupancy exceeding both 2024 and pre-pandemic figures. Room occupancy rose by 2% compared to last year and nearly 1% higher than in 2019, while September recorded a 4% rise to just over 66%. Gitta Paetzold, the Hospitality Association CEO: today12 November, 2025
insert_link EntertainmentOne Africa celebrates 22 years of storytelling: Namflix Festival 2025 launches in Windhoek to celebrate local film and TV (Photo: Future Media) Windhoek, Namibia – 11 November 2025, The Namflix Festival 2025 officially launched today in Windhoek, marking the third instalment of the annual event dedicated to promoting local film and television. Hosted by OneAfrica TV in partnership with Future Media, the festival provides a platform for local storytellers to show their work to national audiences. Speaking at the launch, MultiChoice Namibia CEO Roger Gertze highlighted the importance of […] today11 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNUST concludes salary negotiations with workers’ unions NUST library building (Photo credit: NUST) Windhoek, 11 November 2025 – The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has concluded salary negotiations with the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) and the Teachers Union of Namibia (TUN), finalising agreements for the 2024/2025 financial year. The deal covers all eligible administrative and academic staff within the Bargaining Unit and reflects NUST’s ongoing commitment to fair employee compensation and constructive labour relations. […] today11 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaHome Affairs opens 2026 student permit applications The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security has opened applications for student permits for the 2026 academic year. The application period runs from 3 November to 20 March 2026. According to the Ministry, the fees are set at N$1,600 for primary and secondary school learners, and N$2,200 for tertiary education students. Ministry spokesperson Margaret Kalo cautioned foreign students to use the permits strictly for academic purposes, warning that […] today11 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaIPPR 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 […] today11 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNational 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 […] today11 November, 2025
insert_link NamibiaFormer 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 […] today11 November, 2025
