insert_link Namibia Swartbooi cautions that synthetic diamonds risk Namibia’s jobs and revenues By: Staff Reporter Landless People's Movement (LPM) leader and parliamentarian, Bernadus Swartbooi, has raised questions over the impact of synthetic diamonds on Namibia’s traditional diamond sector. Swartbooi addressed the questions to mines minister, Natangue Ithete, during the parliamentary sitting on Wednesday. He warned that the country risks revenue losses, job cuts, and reputational harm if the issue is ignored. "The diamond industry has long been a cornerstone of Namibia's economy, […] today4 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Families of Mariental Crash Victims Receive Counselling Support President Nandi-Ndaitwah says counsellors have been assigned to all families of those who lost loved ones in the Mariental accident. NewsOnOne’s Petrus Amutenya reports that she made the remarks during a memorial service on Wednesday in honour of the 14 uniformed members and two civilians who died in last Saturday’s tragic crash. today4 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Credit Growth Holds Steady at 5.7% Private sector credit growth stayed unchanged at 5.7% year-on-year in July 2025, the fastest pace since early 2020. Simonis Storm analyst Thazwill Thompson says this stability points to a consolidating credit cycle, with corporate demand easing while household uptake shows modest recovery. today4 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Govt Engages Regions on Continental Trade The International Relations and Trade ministry, working with the Industries, Mines, and Energy ministry, has launched regional consultations with the business community to advance participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area. The first meetings took place in Lüderitz, Hardap, and Omaheke. Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says the initiative is key to strengthening regional trade integration. today4 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Paratus Namibia unveils 4G LTE network and eSIM service Paratus 4G LTE rollout (Photo: Paratus Namibia Facebook) Paratus Namibia has launched the country's first private mobile network, marking a significant milestone in the nation's digital transformation. The N$600 million investment introduces a nationwide 4G LTE network and an eSIM service, aiming to enhance connectivity across Namibia. The initial rollout covers 50 major towns and 80 communities, with a primary focus on the east-west corridor and the Windhoek-Oshakati route. Managing […] today3 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia GIPF Pension-Backed Home Loan Scheme expected to start on 12 January 2026 By: Hertha Ekandjo Qualifying members of the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) will be able to start claiming pension-backed home loans from 12 January 2026, after a four-month period of finalising all modalities. This was announced by GIPF’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Martin Inkumbi, earlier this morning in a media statement. This follows the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between the Office of the Prime Minister and GIPF, […] today3 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Men Dominate Suicide Statistics according to expert Men account for 82 percent of suicide cases, with 360 out of 437 reported between July 2024 and May 2025. Envaalde Matheus for NewsOnOne reports that women made up 65 cases, while 12 involved children. Clinical psychologist Gisela Kalipi says the high rate among men is linked to economic strain, mental health challenges, and social pressures. today3 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Mariental Holds Memorial for Crash Victim Today, Mariental hosts a mass memorial service for those who lost their lives in the tragic head-on collision. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to attend, the Presidency confirms. Police Inspector-General Joseph Shikongo says investigations continue, as stated by Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security spokesperson Margaret Kalo. b today3 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia New Census Reports Reveal Population Imbalance. The Statistics Agency has released 14 regional reports from the 2023 Population and Housing Census, providing detailed data on demographics, social conditions, and the economy at constituency level. NSA spokesperson Mirjam Shihepo says the reports will help government, local authorities, and development partners plan more effectively. today3 September, 2025
