insert_link NamibiaTeacher found dead at Okongo By: Staff Reporter A 34-year-old male teacher on Tuesday was found deceased in a bush area near Elia Weyulu Combined School in Okongo, Ohangwena Region. The Regional Crime Investigation Coordinator Deputy Commissioner Melanie Mbuuru said the learners discovered the body by 07:35, who the alerted neighbours. Mbuuru said the neighbors then notified the police. She stated that no foul play is suspected and that no suicide was found. The body […] today23 July, 2025
insert_link NamibiaMukwiilongo accuses Swapo SG of favouring foreign businesses By: Ludorf Iyambo Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) leader Epafras Mukwiilongo is engaged in a heated online exchange, accusing SWAPO Secretary-General Sophia Shaningwa of being an enemy of local businesses. In a WhatsApp group named Okutsa Nodhikwa, Mukwiilongo shared a voice note claiming Shaningwa enables foreign businesses to operate the country, leading to local businesses to collapse due to the influx of foreign-owned enterprises—specifically Chinese, Indian, and Zimbabwean. “Shaningwa is […] today23 July, 2025
insert_link EntertainmentMichelle McLean defends Miss Namibia amid online backlash Miss Namibia 2025 Johanna Swartboi Windhoek, Namibia – Johanna Swartbooi, who was recently crowned Miss Namibia 2025, has become the center of heated debate following her win, with mixed reactions surfacing on social media. While many Namibians celebrated her historic achievement, others questioned her suitability for the crown, triggering a wider national conversation about representation, diversity, and national pride. The online criticism has only managed to draw attention to longstanding […] today23 July, 2025
insert_link NamibiaCRAN reviews telecom infrastructure sharing framework The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has concluded a high-level workshop in Windhoek to evaluate the country’s current telecommunications infrastructure sharing framework. The workshop brought together regulators, service providers, and key stakeholders to discuss a Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) report commissioned by CRAN in partnership with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The aim is to promote fair access to network infrastructure, reduce duplication of resources, and enhance connectivity […] today23 July, 2025
insert_link NamibiaOpposition slams President’s 100‑day address as “rhetoric, not action” President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Windhoek, Namibia — President Netumbo Nandi‑Ndaitwah delivered her national address this week, marking her first 100 days in office, outlining early achievements and future policy priorities. Yet, opposition leader Immaneul Nashinge of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) dismissed the speech on Monday as familiar rhetoric lacking real impact. He criticised the administration’s ambiguity on matters such as unemployment, healthcare, agriculture, and economic reform, warning that sound bites […] today23 July, 2025
Interview TranscriptsInterview: Activist Questions ReconAfrica’s Oil Claims and Namcor Share Deal Silence Social justice advocate Roob Parker is demanding answers over what he calls a troubling lack of transparency surrounding ReconAfrica’s operations in Namibia. In an interview, Parker questioned why a 2022 letter of intent — which proposed the sale of 5% of Namcor’s shares in ReconAfrica — never materialized into a completed transaction. “The shares were supposed to be sold at roughly $4 to $4.50 each, but here we are, years […] today23 July, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsParker Slams Lack of Clarity in ReconAfrica Oil Venture Rob Parker, a prominent social justice activist, has cast doubt on the legitimacy of ReconAfrica’s operations, citing broken commitments and suspicious share activity. He demands full disclosure, especially on Namcor’s continued involvement in a project he claims lacks any tangible oil findings. today23 July, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsCRAN Pushes for Safer Digital Future The Communications Regulatory Authority says it's prioritizing regulatory effectiveness to ensure a safer and more sustainable digital space. As part of this drive, CRAN is promoting a responsible electronic waste disposal plan to protect public health, the environment, and support the digital economy, says spokesperson Jairus Kapenda. today23 July, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsVehicle Sales Surge in June The local car market saw a sharp rebound in June 2025, posting 1,313 units sold — a 29.9% jump from May and 32.2% higher than June 2024. According to Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen, the strong performance signals rising consumer confidence and an improved economic environment, making it the second-best month for sales this year. today23 July, 2025
