insert_link NamibiaCity of Windhoek declines pensioner debt write-off The City of Windhoek has turned down a petition calling for the unconditional cancellation of pensioner debts, because of financial stability concerns and adherence to council policy. The City’s spokesperson, Lydia Amutenya, says that any debt relief must follow the existing framework approved in 2023, which was designed to preserve service delivery while supporting vulnerable groups. To date, more than N$124 million in residential debt has been written off through […] today5 August, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamdia Diamond Theft Trial Faces Final Postponement, Says Magistrate Windhoek Magistrate Olga Muharukua has ordered that no further postponements be granted in the high-profile Namdia diamond theft case involving Joel Angula and Sam Shololo as reported by our NewsOnOne’s Josia Shigwedha. They’re accused of stealing diamonds worth N$315 million. today5 August, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics2025 Mining Expo Opens with Record Participation The 2025 Mining Expo and Conference launches today, marking its largest edition yet. Exhibitors have increased from 168 to 196, and booth spaces have risen from 268 to 313. Visitor registrations hit a record 7,831, a 31.7% increase from 2023. The event focuses on promoting skills development and boosting interest in the mining sector, says Lauren Graham, Chief Economist at the Chamber of Mines. today5 August, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsPrivate Sector Credit Growth Accelerates to Pre-Pandemic Levels . Private sector credit grew by 5.7% year-on-year in June, up from 4.1% in May—the fastest pace since early 2020. Corporate credit surged 10.6%, fueled by strong activity in mining, energy, retail, and manufacturing sectors. Overdrafts jumped 17.4%, driven largely by real estate development and rising consumer demand, explained Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen. today5 August, 2025
insert_link NamibiaElectoral Commission of Namibia targets 161,000 voters in run-up to November elections The Electoral Commission (ECN) has commenced its supplementary voter registration exercise, which runs from 4 August to 19 August 2025. This effort targets around 161,000 eligible voters who either missed the general registration window or require updates to their details. ECN spokesperson De Wet Siluka confirmed that 4,233 registration points and 696 teams have been deployed across all 14 regions to reach residents nationwide. The ECN says that teams […] today4 August, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamRA extends tax return deadline to 31 October NamRa Chief Strategic Communications and Support Engagements Officer, Steven Ndorokaze The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has extended the filing deadline for certain income tax returns to 31 October 2025, citing system readiness delays. This extension applies to returns originally due on 31 July, 31 August, and 30 September 2025, the agency announced in an official statement. NamRA spokesperson Steven Ndorokaze urged affected taxpayers to take advantage of the extra time to update their […] today4 August, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNashinge outlines IPC’s progress since formation Panduleni Itula, IPC President Photo: IPC website The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), founded in August 2020 after the 2019 presidential campaign by Panduleni Itula, is marking its fifth year as a parliamentary force in Namibia. According to party spokesperson Immanuel Nashinge, IPC has secured seats in the National Assembly, grown its local and regional influence, and introduced internal accountability systems. Since its founding, IPC has emerged as Namibia’s official […] today4 August, 2025
insert_link NamibiaFishrot: Government job scheme fails victims, IPPR report The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has released its final report detailing the human rights impact of the Fishrot corruption scandal, with a specific focus on the government's employment redress programme for former fisheries workers. The report, authored by Frederico Links and Ester Mbathera, raises serious concerns about the redress programme’s transparency, oversight, and effectiveness. According to the report, many former fisheries workers interviewed have been unable to secure […] today4 August, 2025
insert_link Interview TranscriptsInterview: IPC’s Five-Year Journey: From Startup Party to Political Force The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) believes it has transformed the political landscape in Namibia, growing rapidly from a newly formed movement into the country’s official opposition. Spokesperson Immanuel Nashinge says this rise reflects the trust and expectations of Namibians from all walks of life. In an interview with Leonard Witbeen, Nashinge described IPC as a “people’s political home,” saying its grassroots foundation and commitment to participatory democracy have shaped […] today4 August, 2025
