Public Holiday

Namibia marks Independence Day across all regions with coordinated celebrations

State House, Windhoek Windhoek, Namibia, 4 March 2026 – For the first time, Namibia will celebrate its Independence Day across all 14 regions, rather than a single host town. Announcing on behalf of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Information Minister Emma Theofelus said 21 March remains a defining moment of hope for the nation. This year’s theme is “Beyond 35 For a Prosperous Future,” marking 36 years of independence. With the nationwide […]

4 March, 2026

Namibia

Schools to close for Regional and Local Elections

Dr. Sanet Steenkamp (Photo via X) The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts, and Culture has announced that schools will be closed from 25 to 27 November to allow students and staff to participate in the upcoming Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections. Year-end closure dates remain unchanged, with schools scheduled to close on 5 December and all staff required to work until 9 December for the issuance of […]

20 November, 2025

Namibia

Oshikoto Police Chief Calls on Shebeen Owners to Close on Election Day

The Oshikoto Regional Commander, Commissioner Teopolina Kalompo-Nashikaku, urged all shebeen owners to honor and respect the day of election and make sure their places are closed that day as it is declared a public holiday.

25 November, 2024

Environment

Mercury to hit 50 in parts of Iraq

Temperatures across parts of Iraq are expected to top 50 degrees Celsius on Thursday. Iraq’s meteorology and seismology organisation announced that temperatures are set to reach 50 degrees Celsius, prompting a public holiday on Thursday in several provinces. William Denselow reports from Baghdad. Thursday is a workday in Iraq; however, public offices and most businesses are closed on Friday and Saturday. According to the organization’s forecasts, eight provinces will […]

11 July, 2024