International Relations and Trade Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says the United States’ new tariff policy is likely to reduce Namibian exports to the North American country. US President Donald Trump announced sweeping tariffs on 60 countries, including Namibia, which will now pay 21 percent more to export goods to the US. Delivering a ministerial statement in […]
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) says the reciprocal tariffs imposed by the U.S. nullify the benefits member states had under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). SADC is the latest regional community to react to the tariff hikes by U.S. President Donald Trump. SADC member states, except Seychelles and Zimbabwe, currently enjoy duty-free […]
The Minister of Urban and Rural Development has warned that water and electricity supplies to defaulting municipal customers may soon be disconnected, as the ministry prepares to tackle the countrywide crisis of damaged roads caused by heavy rains. James Sankwasa was responding to concerns raised by Swapo Party MP Tobie Aupindi, who described the potholes […]
Political movements have united in grief and condemnation following the shocking murder of six family members in the town of Usakos on Saturday. The victims, identified as Elizabeth !Naruses, Finney !Naruses, Raunisia Boer, Ibraha Gabriel, Rachel Boer, and Emie Gabriel, were killed, and their bodies were also set on fire. The incident has sent shockwaves […]
The Governor of ||Kharas Region, Aletha Frederick, has reiterated her office’s commitment to promoting transparency, accountability, and open communication for all the region’s inhabitants. She expressed these sentiments in response to a petition submitted by the Blouwes Community group, which voiced grievances against the Blouwes Traditional Authority. The group demanded answers regarding concerns, among others, […]
The University of Namibia is making strides in strengthening its position as a hub for academic excellence and research innovation in Southern Africa. Professor Matengu announced the completion of phase one of the Department of Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies at UNAM’s Katima Mulilo campus, with modern facilities dedicated to conservation studies. Construction of phase […]
The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Dr. Elsie Nghikembua, says the supplementary registration process is not merely a procedural step but a commitment to inclusivity and representation in the Electoral Act. While addressing voter registration officials for the upcoming by-election, Dr. Elsie Nghikembua reminded the officials that the integrity and security of the voter registration […]
The hopes of many crop farmers in the Ohangwena region for a successful harvest have been dashed due to floods from Angola that have partially submerged their mahangu fields. Subsistence farmers interviewed by nbc News expressed optimism earlier this season, noting that the rain seemed promising and they anticipated a bountiful harvest. However, with significant […]
The Prime Minister’s office has classified the gruesome killing of six family members at Usakos as an emergency that needs the government’s assistance. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare visited the family members who lost their loved ones in a tragic incident at Usakos. It is alleged that a 17-year-old relative murdered the six family members in […]
The Ndonga Linena Green Scheme has become the first farm to harvest maize for the 2025 cropping season. This milestone follows the government’s decision to transition management of Green Schemes away from AgriBusDev, which has unlocked funding to revitalize four major Green Schemes: Ndonga Linena, Sikondo, Etunda, and Uvhungu-Vungu, bringing them to full production. Currently, […]
