After more than two decades linked to one of Namibia’s most sensitive political cases, Geoffrey Mwilima walked free from prison on Wednesday following the approval of a sentence remission. Mwilima, a former Democratic Turnhalle Alliance (DTA) member of parliament and…
As living costs continue to rise across much of the world, several African cities stand out for offering relatively affordable urban lifestyles. According to cost-of-living index data compiled from consumer price comparisons, housing costs, transportation, food prices, and basic services,…
Christianity remains a dominant social and cultural force across many African nations in 2025, shaping community life, public policy, and national identity in several countries. New figures released this year spotlight a group of African states where overwhelming majorities of…
Police in Erongo are looking for public assistance to trace the family of a man who died in Karibib, identified as Sarenda Mbangu, aged 30. According to Erongo Regional Police spokesperson Senior Inspector Judith Shomongula, the deceased was taken to…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Land Reform has announced a prohibition on the importation of certain fried chicken products from South Africa into Namibia. According to an official notice issued to travellers, the restriction applies specifically to fried…
Renowned Namibian fashion designer, television personality, entrepreneur and model Luis Munana has been honoured as Fashion Educator and Mentor in Africa at the prestigious Abryanz Style & Fashion Awards (ASFAs) held in Uganda. The annual awards celebrate excellence in fashion,…
Security guards in Rundu staged a peaceful demonstration on Monday, 22 December 2025, calling for the full enforcement of Namibia’s national minimum wage of N$13.50 per hour and fair treatment by their employers. The demonstrators said the enforcement of the…
A suspected robber was killed on Friday night after being hit by a car while attempting to escape from a failed robbery at a mini market in Oshakati’s Oneshila area. According to the Namibian Police, the incident occurred at around…
44 homes were reduced to ashes after a fire swept through Aussenkehr’s Block Five on Saturday afternoon. Police reports indicate that the blaze broke out between 13:00 and 14:00, starting in a single house before rapidly spreading to neighbouring structures…
