insert_link Business / Economics Namib Mills strike continues as wage stalemate deepens The strike at Namib Mills has entered its second week with hundreds of workers remaining off the job amid a deadlock in wage negotiations between the Namibian Revolutionary Transport and Manufacturing Union (NARETU) and management. The dispute, which began on 12 January when employees gave notice of industrial action, centres on workers’ demands for salary alignment, back pay, and better pay packages. Namib Mills has responded with a temporary lockout […] today22 January, 2026
insert_link Namibia Supreme Court dismisses NaCC appeal against PSN By: Selma Taapopi The Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal of the Namibia Competition Commission’s (NaCC) against the Pharmaceutical Society of Namibia (PSN). The matter follows PSN’s review application seeking to overturn the Commission’s decision to pursue action against it in a dispute stemming from NaCC investigations into alleged industry wide price fixing. The judgment was delivered Wednesday afternoon by Chief Justice, Peter Shivute. The court further referred the matter […] today21 January, 2026
insert_link Namibia CAN calls for strengthened cancer services in rural Namibia By: Selma Taapopi The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) has renewed its call for increased and targeted cancer healthcare services in the country’s remote and rural areas. The association's CEO, Rolf Hansen, said while progress has been made in cancer care, significant gaps remain for state patients, particularly those living in rural regions. He stressed that patients diagnosed in distant parts of the country require urgent referrals to Windhoek for […] today21 January, 2026
insert_link Namibia Repatriated Refugees Defy Eviction Deadline at Ruling Party Offices Members of former refugees repatriated in 1989 have refused to leave the SWAPO party’s premises by 10am this past Tuesday deadline. Speaking to our journalist, Josia Shigwedha, group representative Julius Mukuve said they demand a 2006 United Nations letter containing the information they seek, rather than the verbal accounts they have been receiving. today21 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics MTC Brings Branding and Marketing Indaba in April The Branding and Marketing Indaba returns to Windhoek from 8 to 10 April 2026 at the Mövenpick Hotel, bringing together industry experts to discuss branding, marketing, and innovation. MTC spokesperson John Ekongo says the event will also feature 18 excellence award categories, recognising outstanding creativity and impact in marketing, communications, and advertising. today21 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics Rising Costs and Regulations Threaten Jobs, Says Namibian Employers’ Federation The Namibian Employers’ Federation is urging realistic and affordable labour and economic policies in 2026, saying rising business costs and regulatory pressure are threatening jobs. Federation president Elia Shikongo stresses that slow economic growth and high unemployment require policies that support business sustainability to protect employment. today21 January, 2026
insert_link Namibia National Assembly speaker engages Finnish MP on trade and cooperation National Assembly Speaker, Saara Kuugongelwa- Amadhila (Photo by: Namibia Press Agency) National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuungongelwa-Amadhila met with Finnish Member of Parliament Ville Valkonen, chair of the Namibia–Finland Parliamentary Friendship Group, to discuss ways to deepen cooperation between the two countries. The talks covered development projects, education, trade, investment, and tourism. Valkonen described Namibia as Finland’s most active parliamentary partner in Africa, highlighting strong interest from Finnish businesses and institutions […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Namibia GIPF assures members homes are safe under pension-backed housing scheme Photo contributed The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has reassured its members that they will not lose their homes if they are unable to fully repay loans under its new pension-backed housing finance scheme. The assurance follows concerns that the initiative could expose retirees to the risk of property repossession. GIPF chief executive Martin Inkumbi says the structure of the scheme is designed to protect members’ primary residences while remaining […] today20 January, 2026
Namibia Project Never Walk Alone launches three-year plan to help barefooted learners By: Ritta Lotto Project Never Walk Alone (PNWA) has launched a three-year plan to provide 31 500 barefooted children across the country with a pair of school shoes. The project will target regions that have not yet benefited from the initiative. For this year, the project aims to assist 10 000 children in Oshana, //Kharas, Otjozondjupa, and Omusati regions. According to a media statement, the project plans to assist 11 […] today20 January, 2026
