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Namibia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Namibia News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Namibia and Southern Africa. From national politics and business developments to the economy, mining, energy, agriculture, tourism, public safety, technology, culture, entertainment, sports, and major events happening across the country, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each day. Whether you're living in Namibia, part of the Namibian community abroad, or simply want to stay…
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Domestic Violence Murder in Outjo | Namibia News
A 49-year-old man, Piet Gamaseb, has been convicted of murder in the brutal death of his 28-year-old partner, Davie Hanes, who died from severe head trauma in…
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Namibia’s Big Bet on Farming | Namibia News
Namibia is set to host its first Annual Agriculture Investment Conference and Expo in Windhoek, aiming to attract one to ten billion Namibian dollars in annual…
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Tent Classrooms Force Students Out | Namibia News
Fifteen kids remain at Nyege Junior Primary School in Kavango West after parents pulled their children out over unbearable conditions — now forced to learn…
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Namibia Steps Up to Support Cuba | Namibia News
Namibia rallies behind Cuba at a major fundraising dinner that raised over two point six million Namibian dollars to ease Cuba’s dire economic crisis, blamed…
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Women in Power Must Deliver | Namibia News
Women in parliament are being urged to stop talking and start acting—Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila is rallying the Joint Women Parliamentary Caucus to turn global…
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Namport Concessions Under Scrutiny | Namibia News
Namport’s recent 25-year port concession to Terminal Investment Namibia, linked to MSC, has ignited a firestorm as Independent Patriots for Change’s shadow…
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Walvis Bay Weather Glitch Resolved | Namibia News
Walvis Bay Airport’s weather services are back online after a Friday glitch that disrupted flights, forcing reroutes to Hosea Kutako and prompting an official…
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Namibia’s Green Fertilizer Revolution | Namibia News
Namibia is set to revolutionize its agriculture by producing its own fertilizer using clean, renewable energy — a bold move that could slash imports, boost…
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Atlantic Training Expands to Oshakati | Namibia News
Atlantic Training Institution is set to launch a massive new campus and hospital in Oshakati as early as December, with founder Absalom Seburon unveiling the…
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China and Namibia Build Shared Future | Namibia News
China is ramping up its strategic partnership with Namibia, aligning major infrastructure projects directly with Namibia’s Sixth National Development Plan to…
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ANC Candidate List Chaos Escalates | Namibia News
ANC chaos escalates as Eastern Cape secretary Lulama Ngcukayitobi threatens legal action against secretary-general Fikile Mbalula, accusing him of false and…
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Boy’s Body Found After School Vanishes | Namibia News
An 11-year-old boy, Gephardt Doëseb, was found dead in a riverbed after going missing following school — a tragedy that has shaken his family and community…
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Oniipa Council Audit Reveals Massive Financial Failures | Namibia News
An internal audit has rocked the Oniipa Town Council with explosive findings: over half a million dollars vanished, allegedly stolen by former cashier David…
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F-35 Sale to Saudi Arabia Sparks Debate | Namibia News
The Trump administration has approved a $24 billion arms deal to sell Saudi Arabia nearly 50 top-of-the-line F-35 fighter jets — a move sparking fierce debate…
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Shacks Under Siege in Oshakati | Namibia News
In Oshakati, a hundred and twelve shacks in Onawa Extension Seven face demolition by the town council by September 28th, sparking fierce resistance from around…
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US Accused of War Crimes in Iran | Namibia News
UN human rights experts allege the U.S. may have committed war crimes in two deadly strikes inside Iran—one on a school in Minab and another on a sports…
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37 Arrested Miners Die in Custody | Namibia News
Thirty-seven young men arrested for illegal gold mining in Nigeria’s Niger State have died in custody, sparking outrage and a deadly mystery as families accuse…
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Howard House Lockout Sparks Union Clash | Namibia News
Howard House Manufacturing is locked in a tense standoff with its unionized workers after a failed wage negotiation—employees demanded a $1,300 raise to…
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Namibia Builds Local Satellite Skills | Namibia News
Namibia’s turning inward to master satellite tech for farming—no more blindly relying on foreign firms. After ditching a $2.4M U.S. deal meant to track crops…
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Abidjan Convention Rebounds on Funding | Namibia News
The Abidjan Convention, a vital regional force for ocean and coastal protection since 1981, is showing signs of recovery after near-collapse due to funding…
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Otjihanameva Water Crisis Demands Action | Namibia News
Residents of Otjihanameva in Erongo are enduring a dire water crisis, forced to trek 12 kilometers for basic hydration after two months without reliable…
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Four Dead in Namibia Workplaces | Namibia News
Four workers died in Namibia within forty days — a devastating toll that’s sparked outrage from the Metal and Allied Namibian Workers Union. The union is…
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Bail Battle Amid Suicidal Claims | Namibia News
A 61-year-old man, Sageus Katoteli, is locked in a high-stakes legal battle for bail after allegedly shooting an Anti-Corruption Commission officer — claiming…
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Wild Dogs Trek 4000km to Find Love | Namibia News
Three African wild dog brothers just pulled off an epic 4,000-kilometer trek across Zambia—breaking records as the longest known journey for any land mammal in…
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Lawmaker Targets Food Price Inflation | Namibia News
Lawmaker Winnie Moongo is taking aim at soaring food prices, heading to parliament to grill the trade minister on how the government monitors and controls…
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Celebs Clean Up Namibia Together | Namibia News
Namibia’s stars are hitting the streets—not the stage—for a massive environmental clean-up this Saturday, September 19th. Icons like Gazza, Lize Ehlers, and…
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Etosha Fire Rages Toward Halali | Namibia News
Wildfires rage across Etosha National Park, devouring over 2,500 square kilometers as unpredictable winds fuel flare-ups near Halali. Though initial…
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New ECN Leadership Sworn In | Namibia News
Namibia’s Electoral Commission just got a fresh leadership team—Gerson Sindano, Julieta Ferreira, and Emmerentia Leonard officially sworn in at the High Court…
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US Sanctions Clash with South African Sovereignty | Namibia News
South Africa defiantly rejects new U.S. travel sanctions, framing them as an attack on its sovereign right to address historical racial injustice. The U.S…
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US Blocks Abbas from UN Amid Gaza Crisis | Namibia News
The US is blocking Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas from attending the UN General Assembly, citing his failure to meet peace process commitments and…
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Tobacco Crackdown: New Laws Hit Hard | Namibia News
Tobacco crackdowns are hitting hard with new laws proposing $500K fines and up to 10 years in jail for sellers, sweeping bans on smoking indoors, near schools…
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Masemola Charges Dropped After Evidence Review | Namibia News
South Africa’s top prosecutors have dropped all criminal charges against suspended police chief General Fannie Masemola, citing insufficient evidence to secure…
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Windhoek’s $3.3M Sports Trip Under Fire | Namibia News
Windhoek is set to send 170 employees and 11 councillors to a high-cost international sports event in Eswatini next year, risking scrutiny amid a $300 million…
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Soulection Festival Sparks Noise Row | Namibia News
A major music festival at Ramblers Sport Field sparked chaos — and controversy. Residents in Pionierspark flooded authorities with noise complaints after…
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Mandatory National Service for Youth | Namibia News
The government is seriously considering making national service mandatory for recent graduates to tackle youth unemployment and instill discipline—though it’s…
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Businessman Granted Bail Amid Rape Allegations | Namibia News
A Namibian businessman, Gabes Nambahu, 51, faces serious rape charges after allegedly drugging and assaulting a journalist in June, then later pressuring her…
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El Niño Forces Herd Adjustments | Namibia News
El Niño looms large as Namibian farmers face tough choices: cut herds now or risk panic sales later. Authorities like Rehoboth Town Council are urging limits…
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Fishrot Trial Halted? Court Decision Looms | Namibia News
Four accused in the Fishrot case are on edge as a court weighs whether to halt their prosecution—former justice minister Sacky Shanghala and three others argue…
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Border Officials Get Customer Care Training | Namibia News
Namibia’s frontline border officers at Noordoewer just got a major upgrade—36 cross-agency staff from police, immigration, customs, and wildlife services…
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Hospital Oxygen Plant Out of Service | Namibia News
Mariental District Hospital’s vital oxygen plant is down, forcing reliance on costly cylinders and straining care for respiratory patients—delays in servicing…
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Lena Spido Arrested for Drug Charges | Namibia News
Lena Spido, 39, faces serious charges after being arrested for allegedly dealing in mandrax and weed worth over two million Namibian dollars—court proceedings…
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Youth Center Food Incident | Namibia News
Nine young trainees at a youth center in Rundu fell ill after eating a meal that allegedly spoiled — potato salad, rice, apples, and beef/chicken stew — with…
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Namibia Clarifies Same-Sex Marriage Laws | Namibia News
Namibia’s Minister of Justice clarifies that same-sex couples cannot legally marry domestically, despite a Supreme Court ruling last year that allows…
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Tragic Death in Namibian Road Upgrade | Namibia News
A 34-year-old worker from China Railway Seventh Group died on duty during road upgrades near Windhoek, sparking urgent questions about workplace safety in…
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NYDF Faces Surge in Youth Startup Applications | Namibia News
Young entrepreneurs are flooding the National Youth Development Fund with over 13,809 applications in FY25-26, chasing dreams but facing stiff competition—only…
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Research to Reality: Farming Solutions Unlocked | Namibia News
Namibia’s Ministry of Agriculture and the University of Namibia have teamed up to turn lab research into real-world farming solutions, tackling food security…
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Chinese Bakkies Up Their Towing Game | Namibia News
Chinese double-cab bakkies are rapidly catching up to global standards, especially in South Africa, where towing capability isn’t just a feature—it’s a…
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Coca-Cola Namibia Cash Rush | Namibia News
Coca-Cola Namibia’s Under the Cap promotion is back with a cash twist—this year, they’re handing out one million Namibian dollars in prizes, including weekly…
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Ovarian Cancer Awareness in Namibia | Namibia News
Thirty Namibians died from ovarian cancer this year—CAN is raising the alarm during Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Though not the most common cancer, it’s a…
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Namibia Unites to Clean Up Procurement | Namibia News
Namibia’s Competition Commission and Central Procurement Board have teamed up in a landmark deal to crack down on rigged bids and unfair practices in…
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Namibia's Oil Delay: Who's to Blame | Namibia News
Namibia’s Landless People’s Movement is sounding the alarm on stalled oil and gas progress, demanding answers on why the final investment decision remains…
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Eenhana Vendors Face Relocation Deadline | Namibia News
Eenhana’s street vendors face a big deadline as the town council pushes for relocation by month’s end to three designated spots—near the hospital, the current…
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Capricorn Moves Into Windhoek’s Heart | Namibia News
Capricorn is boldly reinventing Windhoek’s CBD by moving 350 employees into their stunning 13-story headquarters, Capricorn-on-Main — a major private-sector…
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Namibia's Health Directive Sparks Debate | Namibia News
Namibia’s president has ordered top politicians and senior public servants to use state hospitals starting April 1, aiming to revitalize the public health…
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Top 5 Affordable New Cars with Maintenance Plans | Namibia News
Want a new car that runs smooth without draining your wallet? South Africa’s top budget picks with maintenance plans include the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i, Audi A1…
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Namibia’s $17B Money Leak Exposed | Namibia News
Namibia is hemorrhaging $17 billion a year through illicit financial flows—tax dodging, fake trade deals, corruption, and crime money—and its first major study…
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Namibia’s Corruption Crackdown | Namibia News
Veteran lawyer Dirk Conradie, former MTC board chair, sentenced to five years or a $200,000 fine for corruption tied to a 2012 $60 million MTC ad deal. Sarah…
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Rössing Stake Deal Under Scrutiny | Namibia News
PDM leader McHenry Venaani is forcing the government to reveal its bid for a 10.2% stake in Rössing Uranium, currently held by South Africa’s IDC, demanding…
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Sterilizing Stray Cats Near Hospital | Namibia News
The SPCA is launching a bold new campaign to sterilize stray cats around Oshakati Hospital, tackling a growing problem where felines are invading wards—even…