insert_link Business / Economics FlySafair pilot strike ends Photo: FlySafair aircraft and branding used in previous fleet and operations coverage. FlySafair has confirmed the end of the pilots' strike following a formal agreement with trade union Solidarity. Management and union representatives reached the deal through mediation facilitated by the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA). According to Engineering News, FlySafair has started restoring its full flight schedule, with all aircraft returning to operation. Kirby Gordon, the airline’s […] today5 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Rehoboth Road Named After Late President Geingob A new road named Dr Hage G. Geingob Drive was unveiled in Rehoboth on what would have been the late president’s 84th birthday. Yesterday, Former First Lady Monica Geingos, former President Nangolo Mbumba, and national leaders gathered to honour his legacy, with heartfelt tributes describing him as a man who “tried his best and died trying.” The Hage G. Geingob Presidential Centre also donated food parcels to the elderly and […] today4 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Shihomeka Takes Over as Media Ombudsman The Editors’ Forum has appointed Dr. Sadrag Shihomeka as the new Media Ombudsman for the 2025–2028 term. A senior lecturer in Journalism and Media Technology at NUST, he succeeds Dr. John Nakuta, who held the role for nearly eight years until the end of June. Dr. Shihomeka shared his thoughts with our team’s Angie Scholtz. today25 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Opposition 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
insert_link Namibia President Nandi-Ndaitwah Launches Sixth National Development Plan President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah marked her first three months in office with a national address reflecting on achievements and challenges. She officially launched the Sixth National Development Plan, aimed at economic recovery, inclusivity, and resilience ahead of the Vision 2030 deadline. Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah is a Political analyst: today22 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Nedbank Hosts Business Growth Conference in Windhoek Nedbank will host its first Future of Business Conference on August 21 at Droombos in Windhoek, aimed at empowering local SMEs and startups. The event will cover leadership, communication, HR, and IT, with top speakers including Nedbank CEO Jason Quinn and Aurik Co-Founder Pavlo Phitidis. Nedbank’s PR Manager, Selma Kaulinge: today22 July, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Nutrition and Food Security Alliance Launches Nationwide Breastfeeding Survey The Nutrition and Food Security Alliance of Namibia (NAFSAN) is once again spearheading efforts to improve child nutrition with the launch of its latest breastfeeding survey. Building on last year’s focus on breastfeeding in the workplace and general workplace wellness, this year’s survey takes a broader look at breastfeeding experiences across Namibian society. Ben Shernick, Director of NAFSAN, explained that the survey aims to capture perspectives from both women […] today21 July, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo SA akufako oshinakuwanifwa shounashipundi wo SACU okudja ku Namibia Ehangano lo Southern African Customs Union (SACU) ola shiivifa kutya omupresident wa South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, oye taka kwatela komesho oshinakuwanifwa shounashipundi wo shongalele sho SACU, oku shikufa ko President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Omukanda oo watuminwa oikundaneki onghela okudja kehangano lo SACU owati South Africa oye akufako oshinakuwanifwa shounashipundi woshongalele sho SACU okudja mo15 July 2025 fiyo 14 July 2026. Olopota oya ulika kutya South Africa, okwa kufako oshinakuwanifwa ku Namibia, […] today17 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia NamPol investigates rape allegation against sitting MP The Namibian Police are investigating a rape allegation involving a former Cabinet minister who is now serving as a Member of Parliament. A 27-year-old woman—identified as the mother of the MP’s child—filed the complaint on 14 July, alleging that the incident occurred on 21 March 2025, in Windhoek. Deputy Commissioner Chrispin Mubebo confirmed that the case was registered under the Combating of Rape Act. Although the accused, according to […] today16 July, 2025
