Office of the prime minister

OPM holds consultation in Oshikoto on disaster risk policy review

Disaster Risk Reduction (Photo by: OSCE) The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) conducted a consultation meeting with stakeholders in Namibia’s Oshikoto Region as part of ongoing regional engagement efforts. The session focused on gathering input for the review of the National Disaster Risk Management Policy and Framework. Paulus Ashili, Deputy Director for Policy Analysis and Coordination at OPM, led the discussions and stressed the importance of stakeholder contributions to […]

13 November, 2025

Namibia

PDM challenges government decision to end drought relief

The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has raised serious concerns over the Office of the Prime Minister’s (OPM) decision to scale down drought relief food distribution in parts of the country. The opposition party has labelled the move premature and potentially dangerous, particularly for severely affected regions like Kunene and Erongo, where communities are still struggling with food insecurity and worsening livestock losses. According to a recent government announcement, certain areas […]

14 July, 2025

Oshiwambo

Omikunda 23 dha pewa oomboola 4

Epangelo oku pitila mombelewa yomupilima goshilongo olya gandja noku patulula oomboola 4 momikunda 23 moshikandjohogololo Epembe moshitopolwa shaHangwena mehulilo shiwike. Shika osha landula sho aakalimo yaahoka ya kala ta yasi enota, noku enda oondjila oonde oku ka konga omeya ga yela. Ta gandja oomboola ndhoka miikaha yaakwashigwana omupilima goshilongo Elijah Ngurare, okwati epangelo otali lalakanene oku gwanithapo omauvaneko galyo. Ngurare okwa indile noku kunkilila aanyasha ya longithe omeya noku kwashilipaleka […]

30 June, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Government Allocates half a Million Per Region for Nujoma Memorials

The government has allocated N$500,000 to each region for commemorative memorial services honoring the late President Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma. According to the Office of the Prime Minister, regional governors will oversee the ceremonies and ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act. While there were hopes of transporting Nujoma’s remains nationwide, the government confirmed that a State Memorial Service will be held at his birthplace, Etunda in Omusati Region.

17 February, 2025

Namibia

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for northern and central Namibia

The Namibia Meteorological Service, in collaboration with the Office of the Prime Minister, has issued a severe weather warning for moderate to widespread thunderstorms expected in parts of the Northern-Central, North-West, Otjozondjupa, and Khomas regions. Flash floods are likely in some areas, and residents are urged to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The Zambezi Region remains particularly vulnerable, as it regularly experiences seasonal flooding due to its proximity […]

6 February, 2025

Namibia

Relief Efforts Underway for Flood Victims in Otjomuise

The Office of the Prime Minister, in partnership with the City of Windhoek's Disaster Risk Management Team, has delivered food parcels to more than 280 households in 8de Laan, Otjomuise, following Saturday's heavy flooding. The team is also supplying tents and arranging for the relocation of affected residents to a safer area in Goreangab, designated by the City of Windhoek. Maxmus Halwoodi, the OPM Public Relations Officer, provided the update. […]

7 January, 2025

Namibia

Venaani Calls for Urgent Support for Windhoek Flood Victims

Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani has urged the Office of the Prime Minister to assist flood victims in Windhoek’s informal settlements. Saturday’s heavy rains damaged shacks, leaving many residents without shelter. The hardest-hit areas include the Otjomuise MG Division near the riverbank and the area behind the Otjomuise Police Station, according to the City of Windhoek. Residents of the Samora Machel constituency have expressed fears of losing everything if […]

6 January, 2025

Namibia

Government tightens cybersecurity following recent attacks

The government has detailed its response to recent cybersecurity breaches targeting Telecom Namibia and the Ministry of Health and Social Services. Speaking at the Government Information Centre in Windhoek, Executive Director I-Ben Nashandi of the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) confirmed the government is investigating the scope of the attacks and implementing measures to prevent future incidents. Nashandi explained that initial findings indicate the breach primarily impacted information related […]

17 December, 2024

Namibia

Prime Minister’s office partners with WFP on food security

The Executive Director in the Office of the Prime Minister, I-Ben Nashandi, and Dr. George Fedha from the World Food Programme have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening the capacity for Vulnerability Assessment Analysis and systems for early warning systems. Here is I-Ben Nashandi.

29 February, 2024