Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s First President, Passes Away at 95
Sam Nujoma, the revered independence Leader who steered Namibia to freedom from apartheid South Africa and served as the country’s first President for 15 years, […]
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ReconAfrica Uncovers Oil Traces at Naingopo Well in Namibia
Canadian firm Reconnaissance Energy Africa (ReconAfrica) has discovered traces of oil at its onshore Naingopo well in Namibia, prompting plans to fast-track further drilling in […]
Namibia’s Former First Lady Monica Geingos Warns of Fraudsters Using Her Image in Forex Scam
Monica Geingos, Namibia’s former First Lady, has issued on January 23 a video message warning the public about fraudsters exploiting her name and likeness to […]
Chinese mining firms’ activities in Namibia, Zimbabwe stir controversy
Chinese mining companies involved in the extraction of minerals in countries across the African continent have repeatedly been accused of human rights violations, damaging the […]
Shell Abandons Namibian Oil Project after $400 Million Investment
A major setback has struck Namibia’s aspirations to join the ranks of oil-producing nations as energy giant Shell announces the commercial unfeasibility of its offshore […]
WFP runs out of funds as famine worsens in Africa
On December 4, the World Food Programme (WFP) delivered a stark message: a significant funding shortfall has left it unable to provide critical aid to […]
Namibia: Electoral Commission announces victory for Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
Namibia has elected its first female President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, marking a historic moment for the nation. The 72-year-old Vice-president and candidate of the ruling SWAPO […]
Namibia: Opposition leader Panduleni Itula says he “will not recognize the result”
Namibian presidential candidate Panduleni Itula, the main challenger to the ruling Swapo party, announced on Saturday, November 30, that he would “not recognize the result” […]
Namibia’s Democratic Milestone Tests Ruling Party’s Dominance
Electoral authorities process ballots following unprecedented voter participation in watershed Namibian elections, marking potential transformation in national politics. The contest generates exceptional public engagement, particularly […]
Namibia Faces Historic Electoral Crossroads as Ruling Party Dominance Wavers
Namibians are witnessing a watershed election this Wednesday as it could end SWAPO party’s 34-year governance, with the possibility of electing their first female president […]