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Amupanda gives minister seven days to explain FMD restrictions

Affirmative Repositioning leader and member of parliament Job Amupanda has given acting agriculture minister Charles Mubita seven days to explain why the government imposed nationwide livestock movement restrictions. This follows the detection of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) on a commercial farm in the ||Kharas region. Through his lawyers, Kadhila Amoomo Legal Practitioners, Amupanda warns that failure […] The post Amupanda gives minister seven days to explain FMD restrictions appeared first on The Namibian .

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Rising sea levels threaten Walvis Bay – president

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has warned that rising sea levels pose a growing threat to Namibia’s coastal infrastructure and marine economy, particularly at the strategic Walvis Bay harbour. Speaking at the high-level plenary meeting on the existential threats posed by sea-level rise in New York on Thursday, Nandi-Ndaitwah said sea levels rising was no longer a […] The post Rising sea levels threaten Walvis Bay – president appeared first on The Namibian .

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Netanyahu defends Israeli military action as delegates walk out before UN speech

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has fiercely defended his country’s military campaigns in Iran, Gaza and elsewhere in the Middle East in a speech to the UN General Assembly. After dozens of delegates walked out in protest as he took to the stage, Netanyahu vowed to continue fighting: “We’re going to win. We have no […] The post Netanyahu defends Israeli military action as delegates walk out before UN speech appeared first on The Namibian .

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Ethiopia’s army says it has repelled attacks in first comment on fresh fighting

Ethiopia’s army says it has repelled attacks from Tigrayan forces and their allies in parts of the north of the country, in its first statement since fighting broke out on Wednesday. The army said hostilities began in an area of Amhara region close to the border with Tigray, adding that its soldiers had inflicted heavy […] The post Ethiopia’s army says it has repelled attacks in first comment on fresh fighting appeared first on The Namibian .

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Minister Immanuel sparks debate over who names children

Justice and labour relations minister Wise Immanuel has questioned the practice of mothers naming their children, asking what culture allows a mother to name a child instead of the father. Immanuel raised the issue yesterday during a cultural event at the University of Namibia’s Ogongo campus in the Omusati region. “We talk about this concept […] The post Minister Immanuel sparks debate over who names children appeared first on The Namibian .

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Amutse defends cement merger in face of lawsuit

Industries minister Modestus Amutse has defended his decision to allow Cheetah Cement to buy Ohorongo Cement as he faces a High Court case claiming he ignored objections to the merger. In June, Amutse allowed Chinese company Whale Rock Cement, which owns the brand Cheetah Cement, to buy all shares of Schwenk Namibia, which owns the […] The post Amutse defends cement merger in face of lawsuit appeared first on The Namibian .

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Kahungu cruises towards another term

Swapo Party Women’s Council (SPWC) secretary Fransina Kahungu is set to return for another five-year term after being nominated unopposed to lead the women’s wing at its upcoming ninth congress. The congress is scheduled for 9 to 11 December 2027 at Katima Mulilo, where delegates are expected to formally vote on the leadership nominations. The […] The post Kahungu cruises towards another term appeared first on The Namibian .

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Law and policy should guide the use of natural resources – Marungu

The deputy minister of environment, forestry and tourism says law and policy should guide the use and management of natural resources in Namibia. Anselm Marungu made these remarks at the official launch of the fifth edition of the fully-revised ‘Environment Law and Policy in Namibia’, held in Windhoek last week. Marungu said the way Namibia […] The post Law and policy should guide the use of natural resources – Marungu appeared first on The Namibian .

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Young Warriors make history with winning streak

Namibia’s Young Warriors stormed into the semifinals of the u20 Cosafa Cup as they made history with their third consecutive win at the tournament on Tuesday. Needing just a draw to progress, the Young Warriors left nothing to chance with a superb 3-0 victory against Seychelles to top their group and clinch a place in […] The post Young Warriors make history with winning streak appeared first on The Namibian .

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South Sudan’s president dissolves government ahead of country’s first elections

South Sudan President Salva Kiir has dissolved the transitionalgovernment, three months before the country’s first election since its independence in 2011. The country has previously postponed elections twice and extended the transitional period several times. Under the amended law, signed on Monday, Kiir removed the country’s five vice-presidents and dissolved parliament, as well as national […] The post South Sudan’s president dissolves government ahead of country’s first elections appeared first on The Namibian .

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Ethiopia and Tigray accuse each of launching offensives, fuelling fears of new war

Ethiopia’s government and the party in control of the northern region of Tigray have accused each other of launching offensives, escalating fears of a return to full-scale conflict. Getachew Reda, a cabinet minister and adviser to Ethiopia’s prime minister, said Tigrayan fighters had taken control of federally administered airports in Tigray and launched offensives in […] The post Ethiopia and Tigray accuse each of launching offensives, fuelling fears of new war appeared first on The Namibian .

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LPM accuses Swapo of sidelining parliamentary scrutiny

The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) has accused Swapo of using its parliamentary majority, allegedly in cooperation with the speaker, to frustrate opposition scrutiny and shield the executive from accountability. LPM chief whip Dawid Eigub in a statement released on Wednesday says a growing pattern of ministers failing to appear for difficult questions, providing inadequate answers […] The post LPM accuses Swapo of sidelining parliamentary scrutiny appeared first on The Namibian .

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US to build two military bases in Greenland under new deal with Denmark

The US, Denmark and Greenland have signed a defence deal that allows Washington to build two new military bases in the Arctic territory, while reaffirming Copenhagen’s sovereignty over it. Before a signing ceremony at the UN General Assembly in New York, US President Donald Trump said “we will immediately begin the process of developing a […] The post US to build two military bases in Greenland under new deal with Denmark appeared first on The Namibian .

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Lawyers flag fraud risks over domicile certificates

Questions over fraudulent documents and marriages of convenience have been raised following the introduction of certificates of domicile for foreign nationals married to Namibian citizens. Lawyers say the new system needs proper checks to ensure people do not use fake documents or enter marriages mainly to obtain legal status in Namibia. The Ministry of Home […] The post Lawyers flag fraud risks over domicile certificates appeared first on The Namibian .

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Security guards themselves not protected, says LPM member of parliament

Landless People’s Movement parliamentarian Utaara Mootu has called for a parliamentary investigation into the working and living conditions of security guards, while questioning whether workers who protect Namibia are adequately protected themselves. Mootu says the investigation should focus on wages, job security, benefits, occupational safety, social protection, unfair dismissal and delays in accessing labour justice. […] The post Security guards themselves not protected, says LPM member of parliament appeared first on The Namibian .

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Foreign spouses do not need certificate for residents rights – lawyer Metcalfe

Advocate Richard Metcalfe says foreign nationals married in good faith to Namibian citizens do not lose their domicile status simply because they do not have the new certificate of domicile. The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security started issuing certificates of domicile on Monday to foreign nationals married to Namibian citizens. The certificate […] The post Foreign spouses do not need certificate for residents rights – lawyer Metcalfe appeared first on The Namibian .

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President Nandi-Ndaitwah Relaunches the Cleanup Namibia Campaign

Samora Machel Constituency, Windhoek, 19 September 2026. Keynote address by Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia Director of Ceremonies, Mr. Sikongo Haihambo, Executive Director; Honourable Indileni Daniel, Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism; Honourable Emma Theofelus, Minister of Information and Communication Technology; Honourable Sam Nujoma, Governor of Khomas; Honourable Stefanus […] The post President Nandi-Ndaitwah Relaunches the Cleanup Namibia Campaign appeared first on The Namibian .

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President Nandi-Ndaitwah Calls for a Clean, Just and Secure Energy Future

New York, 20 September 2026. Intervention by Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia. Your Excellency, Mr António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations; Ms. Sanda Ojiambo, Assistant Secretary-General and Chief Executive Officer of the United Nations Global Compact; Fellow Heads of State and Government; Excellencies; Captains of industry and leaders […] The post President Nandi-Ndaitwah Calls for a Clean, Just and Secure Energy Future appeared first on The Namibian .

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Seven Ethiopian rebel groups form new alliance

Several of the rebel groups which have been fighting the Ethiopian authorities in different parts of the country have announced they have formed an alliance to remove the government in Addis Ababa. The alliance brings together the Fano militia in Amhara, the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) and four other smaller […] The post Seven Ethiopian rebel groups form new alliance appeared first on The Namibian .

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Nashixua and Tjiueza ruled out of Warriors squad due to injury

The Brave Warriors have suffered a number of setbacks ahead of their upcoming assignment, with injuries and travel-document challenges ruling several players out of the squad. Defender Alex Mumbango is among the players who will miss the trip due to an issue with his travel documentation, while David Ndeunyema has also been ruled out after […] The post Nashixua and Tjiueza ruled out of Warriors squad due to injury appeared first on The Namibian .

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Politicians warn population cannot be managed amid calls for baby grant

Youth leaders and marriage associations have urged the government to introduce a childbearing grant, sparking debate among politicians and experts over population growth. This comes after Swapo Party Women’s Council secretary Fransina Kahungu two weeks ago encouraged Namibians of childbearing age to have more children, saying a larger population could contribute to economic development. National […] The post Politicians warn population cannot be managed amid calls for baby grant appeared first on The Namibian .

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Police warn bus operators transporting undocumented Angolan children

Oshana police commander commissioner Andreas Shilelo has warned long-distance bus operators and drivers against transporting Angolan children and undocumented foreign nationals to Windhoek and other parts of Namibia. Shilelo issued the warning during a meeting with bus owners and drivers at Oshakati on Saturday. He said transporting Angolan children to urban areas could amount to […] The post Police warn bus operators transporting undocumented Angolan children appeared first on The Namibian .

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Alopecia awareness: Embracing freedom in hair loss journey

Being skilled in braiding, I used to do cornrows for my late mom. Those were precious moments. We would sit together, chat, laugh and bond, strengthening the beautiful relationship we shared. As she grew older, we noticed she was losing her hair at the crown. The bald patch gradually grew until, eventually, she had lots […] The post Alopecia awareness: Embracing freedom in hair loss journey appeared first on The Namibian .

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Energy must fight poverty – president Nandi-Ndaitwah

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says the clean energy transition must be about more than cutting emissions, adding that it should help eradicate poverty, create jobs and drive industrialisation. Speaking at the United Nations Private Sector Forum in New York on Sunday Nandi-Ndaitwah said Namibia supports the Paris Agreement and the goal of limiting global warming to […] The post Energy must fight poverty – president Nandi-Ndaitwah appeared first on The Namibian .

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Tourists unharmed after Etosha rhino attacks car

The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has acknowledged an incident at Etosha National Park during which a black rhino attacked tourists’ car on Saturday. No person was injured, but the vehicle sustained some damage, according to an update from the ministry on Sunday. In light of the incident, the ministry’s spokesperson Vilho Hangula said […] The post Tourists unharmed after Etosha rhino attacks car appeared first on The Namibian .

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Gender minister Kantema calls for stronger safety nets for Namibian children

Gender minister Emma Kantema has urged all sectors of society to unite in protecting children against abuse. The minister of gender equality, poverty eradication and child welfare raised her concerns during a stakeholder engagement hosted by SOS Children’s Village in Windhoek on Friday. The engagement brought together government officials and role-players to discuss how to […] The post Gender minister Kantema calls for stronger safety nets for Namibian children appeared first on The Namibian .

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Ngurare urges lawyers to use ‘legal common sense’

Prime minister Elijah Ngurare has warned members of the legal fraternity against using legal processes to harass people, urging them to apply what he calls “legal common sense”. Ngurare made the call while delivering closing remarks on behalf of vice president Lucia Witbooi at a three-day State of Justice in Namibia conference held in Windhoek […] The post Ngurare urges lawyers to use ‘legal common sense’ appeared first on The Namibian .

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Fraudsters impersonate home affairs minister to scam public

Fraudsters are using the name and identity of home affairs, immigration, safety and security minister Lucia Iipumbu to send messages, the minister’s office has warned. In a public scam alert issued on Friday, Iipumbu says her mobile phone or contact information may have been compromised, with fraudulent messages being sent to individuals whose contact details […] The post Fraudsters impersonate home affairs minister to scam public appeared first on The Namibian .

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Why US plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia is controversial

President Donald Trump’s administration says it has approved the sale of nearly 50 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia in a policy shift for the US that has raised concerns from some members of Congress. Saudi Arabia has sought for years to buy the world’s most advanced warplane, equipped with stealth technology that allows it […] The post Why US plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia is controversial appeared first on The Namibian .

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ANC election-list war heats up as Eastern Cape secretary threatens to sue Fikile Mbalula

Eastern Cape ANC secretary Lulama Ngcukayitobi is threatening legal action against Fikile Mbalula, accusing the secretary-general of falsely blaming him for the party’s candidate-list failures. The fallout from the ANC’s candidate-list blunder has escalated into a clash between the party’s secretary-general, Fikile Mbalula, and its Eastern Cape secretary, Lulama Ngcukayitobi, who is threatening to sue […] The post ANC election-list war heats up as Eastern Cape secretary threatens to sue Fikile Mbalula appeared first on The Namibian .

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UN experts say grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran strikes

UN human rights experts say there are reasonable grounds to believe the US committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran that killed at least 177 civilians. A new report by the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Iran said February’s missile strikes on a primary school in Minab and a sports complex in Lamerd constituted […] The post UN experts say grounds to believe US committed war crimes in Iran strikes appeared first on The Namibian .

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Fast-track protection orders could be abused experts warn

GBV experts and legal practitioners have warned that the push to fast track the issuing of protection orders must be accompanied by safeguards to prevent the 24-hour process from being abused. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Saturday during the National Prayer Day directed that protection orders for gender-based-violence (GBV) victims must be served within 24 hours. […] The post Fast-track protection orders could be abused experts warn appeared first on The Namibian .

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‘Respect our sovereignty’ — SA responds to latest US sanctions

Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola rejects US travel bans tied to a Trump-era order, urging diplomacy as South Africa defends expropriation reforms and faces ongoing legal challenges. The South African government has responded to the US imposition of targeted travel sanctions by insisting that South Africa has the “sovereign right to put in place laws that […] The post ‘Respect our sovereignty’ — SA responds to latest US sanctions appeared first on The Namibian .

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Tobacco sellers face N$500k fine or jail under proposed law

PROPOSED amendments to the Tobacco Products Control Act could see offenders facing fines of up to N$500 000, stricter smoking bans, and tighter e-cigarette regulations. Some offences even carry a possible 10-year prison sentence for tobacco sellers. The proposal was presented yesterday by Gabriel Joseph, the deputy director of health in the Public and Environmental […] The post Tobacco sellers face N$500k fine or jail under proposed law appeared first on The Namibian .

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Snack firm turns toarmed guards during strike

A Namibia snack company has made use of masked, armed security operators as workers downed tools over a N$1 400 salary increase demand. The company, Howard House Manufacturing produces snacks such as Galaxy cream biscuits, Redos and Gregoz chips. In a video seen by The Namibian, Xiphos security guards wearing balaklavas and bullet-proof vests engaged […] The post Snack firm turns toarmed guards during strike appeared first on The Namibian .

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No one is above the law – ACC after lawyer’s sentencing

The Anti Corruption Commission (ACC) says no one is above the law following the conviction and sentencing of veteran lawyer and former Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) board chairperson Dirk Conradie. Conradie was fined N$200 000 or face a sentence of five years in prison in the Windhoek High Court on Monday while Sarah Damases was […] The post No one is above the law – ACC after lawyer’s sentencing appeared first on The Namibian .

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President Nandi-Ndaitwah Calls for Action Against GBV and Gruesome Killings

Khomas Region, 12 September 2026. Message by Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, on the occasion of the National Prayer Day Against Gender-Based Violence and Gruesome Killings. Director of Ceremonies; Hon. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Governor of Khomas Region, and other Governors present; Your Worship Cllr. Sakaria Uunona, Mayor of the […] The post President Nandi-Ndaitwah Calls for Action Against GBV and Gruesome Killings appeared first on The Namibian .

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Minister Inge Zaamwani Hands Over Farm Allotment Letters to Tsintsabis Beneficiaries

Tsintsabis, 12 September 2026. Keynote address by Hon. Inge I. Zaamwani (MP), Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, at the official handover of allotment letters to beneficiaries of Farm Tsintsabis No. 881 and Farm Urwald No. 1150. Mr Petrus C. Nangolo, Director of Ceremonies and Acting Executive Director; Honourable Sacky Kathindi, Governor of […] The post Minister Inge Zaamwani Hands Over Farm Allotment Letters to Tsintsabis Beneficiaries appeared first on The Namibian .

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President Nandi-Ndaitwah Honours Helao Shityuwete’s Sacrifice and Legacy

Windhoek, 13 September 2026. Statement by Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, on the occasion of the State Funeral of Comrade Helao Joseph Shityuwete. Director of Ceremonies; Madam Jane Shityuwete, the Widow, Children and the entire Shityuwete Family; Your Excellency Lucia Witbooi, Vice President of the Republic of Namibia; Right […] The post President Nandi-Ndaitwah Honours Helao Shityuwete’s Sacrifice and Legacy appeared first on The Namibian .

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President Nandi-Ndaitwah Honours Helao Shityuwete’s Legacy of Freedom and Workers’ Rights

Windhoek, 12 September 2026. Statement by Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, at the State Memorial of Comrade Helao Joseph Shityuwete. Director of Ceremonies; Madam Jane Shityuwete, the Widow, the Children of Cde Helao Shityuwete and the family; Your Excellency Lucia Witbooi, Vice President of the Republic of Namibia; Right […] The post President Nandi-Ndaitwah Honours Helao Shityuwete’s Legacy of Freedom and Workers’ Rights appeared first on The Namibian .

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N$81m road facelift for Otjiwarongo

Otjiwarongo motorists are set to benefit from a N$81.22 million road rehabilitation programme aimed at improving road safety, traffic flow and connectivity at the town. The first phase of the programme, the rehabilitation of the C38 road, was officially handed over to contractor China Henan International Cooperation (Chico) during a ceremony held at Otjiwarongo on […] The post N$81m road facelift for Otjiwarongo appeared first on The Namibian .

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Lawyer Conradie sentenced to pay N$200 000 fine on corruption charges

Veteran lawyer Dirk Conradie has been sentenced to pay a fine of N$200 000 or serve a five-year prison term on two charges under the Anti-Corruption Act on which he was found guilty in February. Conradie and a co-accused, Sara Damases, were sentenced in the Windhoek High Court on Monday. Judge Thomas Masuku found Conradie […] The post Lawyer Conradie sentenced to pay N$200 000 fine on corruption charges appeared first on The Namibian .

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Woman suffers serious burns after attack

A woman was seriously burned after a suspect allegedly kicked a pot of boiling porridge at her during an argument at Mutjiku village in the Kavango East region, on Thursday. This was announced in the weekend crime report by national police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi. “It is alleged that during an argument, the suspect […] The post Woman suffers serious burns after attack appeared first on The Namibian .

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Government exploring compulsory national service

The government is exploring the possibility of introducing compulsory national service for young Namibians, particularly those leaving school, a proposal that South Africa has also considered Education, innovation, youth, sport, arts and culture minister Sanet Steenkamp said this on Monday during the inauguration of the new National Youth Service (NYS) board at the NYS headquarters […] The post Government exploring compulsory national service appeared first on The Namibian .

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Where is Paul Mashatile, and does the vanishing deputy act threaten his presidential ambitions?

The continued absence of Deputy President Paul Mashatile from South African public life is a mystery. This should be an important campaigning time for him. Yet there’s very little information to explain his absence. Two weeks ago, the Sunday World newspaper published a story suggesting that Deputy President Paul Mashatile was ill. News24 followed that […] The post Where is Paul Mashatile, and does the vanishing deputy act threaten his presidential ambitions? appeared first on The Namibian .

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Springboks wary of new look All Blacks in Baltimore test

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said the Springboks will be ready to face a much-changed All Blacks side as the world champions look to wrap up a series victory in Baltimore on Saturday. The Springboks face the All Blacks in the fourth and final Test of their “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry” series at the M&T Bank […] The post Springboks wary of new look All Blacks in Baltimore test appeared first on The Namibian .

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Hon. Emma Theofelus Launches Harmonised Government Communication Strategy to Strengthen Public Trust and Government Communication

NIPAM, Windhoek, 9 September 2026. Keynote address by Hon. Emma Theofelus (MP), Minister of Information and Communication Technology. Director of Ceremonies, Hon. Wenzel Kavaka, Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Ms. Linda Nakale, Executive Director of the Ministry, Members of the Multi-Sectoral Implementation Committee, Public Relations and Communications Officers, Members of the Media, Distinguished […] The post Hon. Emma Theofelus Launches Harmonised Government Communication Strategy to Strengthen Public Trust and Government Communication appeared first on The Namibian .

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Algeria to sever diplomatic ties with UAE

Algeria is severing diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates after “provocative or hostile” acts by the Gulf state, its foreign ministry said. “Algeria spared no effort to draw the Emirati side and warned it of the dire consequences that could result from its regrettable and unjustified behaviour,” it said. The statement did not provide […] The post Algeria to sever diplomatic ties with UAE appeared first on The Namibian .

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