insert_link NamibiaRobbers flee with baby during hijack By: Josia Shigwedha A one-month-old baby was found abandoned on Wednesday afternoon at the intersection of Sean McBride and Tennis streets in Windhoek’s Olympia after robbers made off with a vehicle. After fleeing with the car, the robbers realised there was an infant inside and abandoned the baby at the intersection. According to a source, a married couple were parked and eating in Olympia when they were ambushed by two […] today19 March, 2026
insert_link NamibiaSwakopmund building cannot carry itself, says developer defending refurbishment plan By: Victoria Ashipala Property developer of the planned hotel at the old Swakopmund municipal building said the current foundation of the 120-year-old structure does not support the structure’s existing weight, therefore it requires an internal refurbishment. The building’s owner Rakhat Darmesh explained that every building has a lifespan, and just like this 120-year-old heritage site, they want to give it a second life. Darmesh said the plan includes preserving the exterior of the building while demolishing the rear section and doing internal refurbishment. Darmesh’s sentiments come after the Namibia Heritage Council reportedly blocked plans to […] today19 March, 2026
insert_link NamibiaMass food poisoning scare hits Rundu Secondary School hostel By: Staff Reporter A total of 283 hostel learners at Rundu Secondary School are showing symptoms of suspected food poisoning after consuming bread and polony during dinner in the hostel hall Monday night in Kavango East Region. On Tuesday morning, 15 learners were rushed to the Rundu Intermediate Hospital after developing severe diarrhoea. According to hostel superintendent, Samuel Marungu, the situation unfolded when a large number of learners began complaining […] today17 March, 2026
insert_link NamibiaToddler dies in Omusati after playtime turns fatal By: Maria Namupala The Omusati police are investigating an incident in which a 22-month-old boy lost his life at Okathitukambanda village on Monday evening. According to Omusati police regional commander, Commissioner Ismael Basson, the victim, Megameno Amweenye died after his two-year-old twin cousins allegedly placed sand in his mouth, nose, and eyes while they were playing under minimal supervision. The incident happened around 19h40 at their uncle's house. It is […] today17 March, 2026
Namibia Detective Inspector Pendukeni Nghuluwa has told the Rehoboth Magistrate’s Court he cannot reveal the names of allegedly compromised police officers, saying this would endanger informants. He testified that some officers and other officials are accused of tipping off drug dealers. Nghuluwa also said investigations are continuing, including with Interpol, and that the accused, Naomi Fisch, poses a flight risk, citing an unused passport issued in 2025 and alleged plans to […] today14 January, 2026
insert_link NamibiaFuture Media stations nominated for regional radio awards Future Media headquarters in Windhoek, Namibia The Broadcast Media Awards – Southern Africa 2025 steering committee has announced the finalists across multiple categories, spotlighting top performers across broadcasting, content creation, and digital media sectors in the region. According to Broadcast Media Africa, nominees include media executives such as David Tiltman (Africa Media Entertainment) and Comfort Mbofana (Zimpapers) for “Media Executive of the Year — Male,” and Minenhle Dlamini (Gagasi FM) […] today14 October, 2025
insert_link NamibiaHouseholds at Havana Four Way to be relocated for road expansion By: Josia Shigwedha The City of Windhoek has reached an agreement with residents living at Havana Four Way to relocate them to newly established townships as part of ongoing road expansion and community development projects. The engagement, held Wednesday and led by Windhoek Mayor, Ndeshihafela Laranja, alongside city councillors and other municipal officials, focused on relocating households from the corner of Matsitshi Street and Eneas Peter Nanyemba Drive. The area […] today16 September, 2025
insert_link NamibiaShiimi’s bail hearing case postponed to Wednesday By: Maria Namupala The Ondangwa Magistrate’s Court has postponed the bail hearing for Eliakim Taapopi Shiimi (40) to Wednesday. Shiimi is accused of stabbing his girlfriend Martha Aron (35) to death at Oshifukwa in the Oshikoto Region on 22 September 2024. The bail hearing was postponed to allow the state prosecutor, Justine Shiweda, to conduct cross-examination. During the proceedings Shiimi said he wants to be granted bail for him to […] today16 September, 2025
insert_link NamibiaOhangwena Governor pledges support towards Youth Expo By:Maria Namupala Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa emphasided the significance of youth empowerment in the country's development. She made the remarks during the official opening of the Ekango Rural Youth Expo at Omatangela Village. The expo, which ran from Monday to Saturday, brought together young people to showcase their skills and talents. Hamutumwa pledged N$ 10 000 towards next year's expo, with a portion of the funds dedicated to sports activities […] today14 September, 2025