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Interview: Okahandja on Edge as Murder Case Stalls

  The community of Okahandja is gripped by fear and frustration as pressure intensifies around the unsolved murders of three young women. Social justice activist Johannes /Gaseb says the silence surrounding the case has gone on for too long, and the pain felt by grieving families continues to deepen. In an interview, /Gaseb shared that he has been in weekly communication with the mothers of the victims, as well as […]

today21 July, 2025

Business / Economics

Cybercriminals Don’t Spare SMEs, Expert Warns

Speaking at the International Cybersecurity Conference currently underway on Windhoek, Nrupesh Soni, the CEO of Facilit8 Solutions Namibia, cautioned that small and medium enterprises are increasingly in the crosshairs of cyber attackers. While often lacking the budgets of larger firms, SMEs must still prioritize resilience, Soni urged, as they are no less vulnerable to sophisticated threats.

today18 July, 2025

Namibia

Elindi in Hot Water Over N$9.5m Fuel Transfer

In the N$480 million NAMCOR corruption case, prosecutors allege that former Enercon chairperson Peter Elindi failed to account for a N$9.5 million transfer to Eco Trading, a company linked to fugitive businessman Victor Malima. According to NewsOnOne’s Willem Snyman, the transaction followed NAMCOR’s N$53 million purchase of military-base fuel stations from Enercon and is believed to be part of a wider public funds laundering scheme.

today18 July, 2025

Interview Transcripts

EXCLUSIVE | Woman Speaks Out: Allegations Against Former Minister Detailed in Emotional Interview

  In an exclusive interview with NewsOnOne's Hertha Ekandjo, Dyna Mengela, the woman at the center of a rape allegation against former environment and tourism minister Pohamba Shifeta, has spoken publicly for the first time—detailing what she describes as a traumatic and complex series of events. Mengela, who shares a child with Shifeta, alleges that she was raped by the former minister in the early hours of 21 March 2025 […]

today17 July, 2025

Interview Transcripts

Interview: Digital Expert Warns of Growing Dangers on WhatsApp for Children

Rising Risks on WhatsApp for Kids Digital safety expert Nrupesh Soni has sounded the alarm on increasing dangers facing children on WhatsApp, especially through the platform’s new unregulated channels. These channels, which lack moderation or rating systems, are flooding with adult content, gambling links, and child exploitation material. Shockingly, kids as young as 10 years old are being exposed to these risks. How Kids Are Being Targeted Soni explained that […]

today17 July, 2025

Business / Economics

Otjiwarongo Municipality Hit by Ransomware Attack Linked to “INC Ransom”

  A cybersecurity breach involving the Otjiwarongo Municipality has been identified by the national cyber response team under the Communications Regulatory Authority. According to spokesperson Mufaro Nesongano, the threat was detected yesterday via trusted cyber intelligence sources. Preliminary evidence suggests data exfiltration and a ransom demand from a group calling itself “INC Ransom.”   

today17 July, 2025

Business / Economics

Cybersecurity Conference Kicks Off in Windhoek with Focus on Scam-Fighting Tech

The International Cybersecurity Conference and Exhibition 2025 officially opened in Windhoek yesterday and runs until tomorrow. At the event, cybersecurity and AI expert Dr. Nishal Khusial Esq spoke to Future Media News’ Angie Scholtz about the Scam Report Namibia mobile app, a tool designed to help combat fraud and digital scams in the country. ENG Nishal Khusial Esq

today17 July, 2025