insert_link Namibia The Namibian Marks 40 Years of Journalism The Namibian newspaper celebrates its 40th anniversary today. Since its founding in 1985, the paper has grown into the largest daily, known for independent and fearless reporting. Over four decades, it has documented the nation’s political, social, and economic developments while training generations of journalists. Our Angie Scholtz spoke with Editor-in-chief Tangeni Amupadhi: today29 August, 2025
insert_link World UN condemns Israel over the killing of journalists in Gaza Demonstrators (Photo: Al Jazeera) The United Nations human rights agency has condemned Israel's deliberate targeting and killing of six journalists in Gaza, describing it as a "grave breach of international humanitarian law." UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk took to X to express outrage after an Israeli strike on a tent sheltering Al Jazeera staff—resulting in the deaths of five Al Jazeera journalists and one freelance reporter. The […] today12 August, 2025
insert_link World Al Jazeera says five journalists killed in Gaza strike From left: Anas al-Sharif, Ibrahim Zaher, Mohammed Noufal, Moamen Aliwa, and Mohammed Qreiqeh (Photo: Al Jazeera) A prominent Al Jazeera journalist, who had previously been threatened by Israel, was killed along with four colleagues in an Israeli airstrike on Sunday, in an attack condemned by journalists and rights groups. Israel's military said it targeted and killed Anas Al Sharif, alleging he had headed a Hamas cell and was involved in […] today11 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 Press Freedom Under Threat in Namibia The Federation of African Journalists and the International Federation of Journalists have condemned the growing repression of journalists in Namibia. In an online publication for yesterday, the two institutions have highlighted the case of senior journalist Jemima Beukes. According to the report, Beukes, who's a key figure in media advocacy, has faced workplace harassment, gender discrimination, and professional retaliation from the Network Media Hub following her critical reporting on the […] today4 March, 2025
insert_link Namibia Media Sidelined At Nujoma’s Funeral The funeral of the late Founding President Dr. Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma continue at Heroes’ Acre. Earlier in the day, pallbearers loaded Nujoma’s remains onto a hearse at Windhoek's Independence Stadium before departing for Heroes’ Acre, where he is to be laid to rest. Our reporters indicate, however, that no media house other than the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation is allowed anywhere close to the mausoleum where the late Founding President […] today1 March, 2025
insert_link Namibia Media union officially certified by Labour Commissioner by Ellen Shihepo, One Africa Windhoek - The Namibia Media Professionals Union (NAMPU) received official certification on 13 December 2024, under the Labour Act. Acting Secretary General Jemima Beukes called it a milestone and a reminder of the continued fight for journalists' rights and better working conditions. today16 December, 2024
insert_link World Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai stands trial Media tycoon Jimmy Lai is pleading not guilty to breaching the Beijing imposed national security law in a Hong Kong court. The 76-year-old founder of the now-closed tabloid Apple Daily is accused of colluding with foreign forces, a charge that could carry a sentence of up to life in prison. Laura Westbrook reports. today20 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Media Professionals’ Union Applauds Transparency And Criticizes Political Interference in Press Freedom The Media Professionals’ Union has praised the Information and Communication Technology ministry for confirming the dismissal of New Era’s managing editor, Johnathan Beukes, highlighting it as a rare act of transparency. However, the union emphasized the deeper concern that Beukes' firing was linked to his commitment to true journalism, pointing to ongoing political interference that threatens press freedom in the country. Acting Secretary General, Jemima Beukes today13 November, 2024
