Category: Namibia News

By Staff Reporter The Board of Directors of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) has bidden farewell to its founding CEO, Dr. Nangula Nelulu Uaandja, and appointed Ms. Jessica Hauuanga as Acting Chief Executive Officer. In a media statement, the NIPDB Board stated: “On behalf of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board…

By Staff Reporter The Namibian government announced on Monday that free tertiary education will begin in 2026 for qualifying citizens, covering tuition at public and private institutions through a new subsidy model aimed at improving access and reducing financial barriers. According to the Minister of Education , Innovation, Youth , Sports , Arts and Culture,…

By Staff Reporter The Namibian President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Tuesday chaired the final 2025 Cabinet meeting in Windhoek, where she reviewed national progress, thanked ministers, and outlined how government will accelerate development in 2026 through unity, coordination, and results-driven leadership. President Nandi-Ndaitwah commended Cabinet Members many serving their first term for their humility, teamwork, and…

By Staff Reporter President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Mr Modestus Amutse as the new Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, effective December 2, 2025. According to the presidency, Mr Amutse’s appointment is made under Article 35 of the Constitution of the Republic of Namibia, which empowers the President to appoint Ministers from members of the…

By Staff Reporter THE Bank of Namibia announced on 19 November 2025 that Governor Dr Johannes !Gawaxab will depart on 31 December 2025, after serving over five years, following a tenure marked by major reforms and economic stewardship. The Board of Directors confirmed Dr. Gawaxab’s departure with gratitude, highlighting his diligent service since his appointment…

By Staff Reporter Namibian Prime Minister Dr. Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare, on Thursday in Tsumeb, called for intensified cancer research in Namibia to boost treatment capacity by urging institutions to develop cures and strengthen palliative care services. Prime Minister Ngurare made the call during the launch of the Cancer Awareness and Palliative Care Advocacy Day in…

By Staff Reporter President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Hon. Frans Kapofi on Tuesday, Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, to oversee the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy on an interim basis, ensuring leadership continuity. In exercising her constitutional mandate under Article 32(3) (i) (dd) of the Namibian Constitution, President Nandi-Ndaitwah had earlier assumed responsibility…

By Staff Reporter President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Friday 24 October 2025 in Windhoek inaugurated the Namibia Public Private Forum (NamPPF), bringing together government and business leaders to strengthen collaboration and accelerate inclusive economic growth across the country. In her keynote address, President Nandi-Ndaitwah described the NamPPF as “a partnership of purpose,” calling it a vital…

By Staff Reporter The Namibian government,under the leadership of Prime Minister , Dr. Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare, on Thursday launched the National Sanitary Pad Initiative at Don Bosco Primary School in Keetmanshoop, //Kharas Region, to promote menstrual health and restore dignity. Themed “The Dawn of Dignity: Breaking Barriers for Albinism and Menstrual Health,” the initiative brings…