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September 15, 2026, 10:53 am
Government Exploring Compulsory National Service
- [Namibian] 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
School of Hard Knocks for Unam FC
- [Namibian] Unam FC head coach Robert Nauseb says his team has learnt valuable lessons from their CAF Confederation Cup exit against Kabuscorp as they pivot to local competitions.
Namibia Considers Foot-and-Mouth Disease Levy to Boost Funds
- [Namibian] Namibia is considering a new foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) levy to raise funds to protect the livestock industry against the growing threat of the disease.
Farmers to Supply Produce to Lüderitz's Revamped Kapps Hotel
- [Namibian] Farmers in southern Namibia are set to supply agricultural produce to the redeveloped Kapps a Kubata Loft Hotel at Lüderitz through off-take agreements ahead of its reopening next year.
Seven Namibians Abroad Feature in CAF Champions League
- [Namibian] Seven Namibian foreign-based players featured in the opening preliminary round of the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup, with several of the country's internationals progressing to the next stage of Africa's premier club competitions.
Windhoek Gymnasium, St Paul's Share the Spoils
- [Namibian] Windhoek Gymnasium and St Paul's College shared the spoils with one trophy each at the Namibian schools hockey finals on Friday night.
Stars Stun As Mangasport in CAF Champions League
- [Namibian] Namibian star Deon Hotto will face his former club African Stars in the next round of the CAF Champions League after Starlile produced a stunning 2-0 win against Gabonese side AS Mangasport at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday.
Namibia Yet to Develop Circular Economy Policy
- [Namibian] The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism says Namibia is still to develop a national policy on a circular economy.
Construction Site Security Guards Entitled to National Minimum Wage - Ministry
- [Namibian] Security guards working in the construction sector must be paid at least the national minimum wage, despite a lower rate contained in the construction sector's new collective agreement.
City, Govt in N$357m Barter Deal
- [New Era] The City of Windhoek has signed a land-swap agreement with the government to settle N$357.8 million in capital debt in exchange for municipal land.
Five Namibian Short Films to Watch
- [New Era] Namibia is filled with talented writers, producers and directors who continue to tell stories that reflect the country's people, culture, challenges and everyday experiences.
Money Leaks - N$17 Billion Lost Per Year
- [Namibian] A Loophole in Namibia's financial system is causing the country to lose about N$16.7 billion per year.
Workers Demand Fishing Wealth Slice
- [New Era] Walvis Bay -- Workers should not only watch others benefit from Namibia's fishing resources while they remain employees with little security and protection.
Sindano Gets Parliament's Ecn Blessing
- [New Era] The National Assembly has approved the appointment of Gerson Sindano as the new chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN).
Jet Fuel Supply Stabilises At HKIA... Support Uninterrupted Operations
- [New Era] Jet fuel availability is critical to Namibia's aviation sector, and the Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has confirmed that fuel supplies at Hosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA) have returned to normal levels after a period of constrained availability.
Jiangxi Cultural Exchange Deepens Namibia-China Ties
- [New Era] The Jiangxi Culture Goes to International Sister Cities (Namibia) event, hosted yesterday at the Avani Hotel in Windhoek, attracted close to 120 attendees and concluded successfully, bringing together government representatives, media practitioners, academics, scholars, students and members of various think tanks.
Busy Schedule Ahead for the Brave Warriors
- [Namibian] After a lull of half a year the Brave Warriors head into a busy period of three matches in 10 days at the end of this month.
Women's Rugby Sevens Receives N$800-Thousand Boost
- [Namibian] The Namibia National Olympic Committee and Commonwealth Games Association (NNOC-CGA), in partnership with the Namibia Rugby Union (NRU) yesterday announced a US$50 000 (approximately N$800 000) Olympic Solidarity Team Support Grant for Namibia's Women's Rugby Sevens team on its way towards qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
Broken School Chairs, Desks Inspire Business
- [New Era] Ohangwena -- Broken desks and chairs at schools inspired entrepreneur Shiyukifeni Nakafingo to venture into carpentry without any professional training.
Upholding Dignity, Detainees' Rights
- [New Era] The Southern African Leaders Coalition for Faith, Freedom and Justice recently hosted a human rights panel discussion at the Namibia University of Science and Technology's Hotel School to discuss an array of burning issues.
All of Africa Today - September 8, 2026
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|naris Calls for Inclusive Leadership in Sport
- [Namibian] Former Brave Gladiators captain Stacey |Naris says there is a need for inclusive leadership and meaningful investment in grassroots development.
Ohangwena Wellness Campaign Reaches 140 People On First Day
- [Namibian] A total of 140 pupils and community members received medical and wellness services during the first day of the Dune Seven Community Foundation school wellness and community outreach campaign in Ohangwena on Tuesday.
Swapo-Linked Businessman Defends Presidential Guest House Tender
- [Namibian] Businessman Joshua Haimbodi says his company had submitted the lowest bid at N$3 million for alterations and additions to the Oshakati presidential guest house.
Namibia, China Open Talks for Communication Centre
- [Namibian] Namibia and China have opened talks about establishing a new communication centre in Windhoek. This is after Namibia announced plans to strengthen the initiative through an agreement with China.
Langford Manufacturing Slowly Makes Presence Felt
- [New Era] Langford Manufacturing company, based in Windhoek, specialises in crafting solid wood, and turning it into chairs and other camping furniture that captures the essence of African adventure.
SMEs Must Take Advantage of the Online Marketplace
- [New Era] A customer sees a product on Facebook, sends a WhatsApp message, makes payment and receives the item without ever visiting a shop. This is becoming common as more people turn to their phones to find products and services.
New Era to Host China-Africa Media Dialogue
- [New Era] New Era Publication Corporation in partnership with Jiangxi Communication Centre, will today host a high-level dialogue as part of the "Culture Goes to International Sister Cities (Namibia)" launch ceremony at the Avani Hotel in Windhoek.
Unam and Stars Face Uphill Battle After CAF Setbacks
- [Namibian] Namibia's representatives in African club competitions face difficult return legs after Unam FC and African Stars suffered setbacks in their opening CAF encounters at the weekend.
Namibia, SA to Battle in Odi Series
- [Namibian] A rejuvenated Namibia take on South Africa in a three-match 50-over One Day International series starting at the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground today.
