The Ovambanderu community will gather at Okahandja over the weekend to commemorate the 130th anniversary of the execution of chief Kahimemua Nguvauva, one of Namibia’s earliest anti-colonial resistance leaders. Speaking to Desert FM on Friday, Ovambanderu Traditional Authority spokesperson Uazenga…

Namibian retailers and economists are warning of imminent food price hikes as rising fuel costs drive up distribution expenses and impact essential commodity imports. Ohlthaver & List (O&L) executive chairman Sven Thieme yesterday said the group predicts that high fuel…

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has rejected satellite internet service provider Starlink’s application for a licence to operate in Namibia after the company failed to meet local ownership, regulatory compliance, and legal criteria. Speaking at a press briefing in…

The government has rejected satellite internet service Starlink’s application for a licence to operate in Namibia, citing the company does not meet key legal and regulatory requirements. Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, minister of information and communication technology…

Swapo deputy SG responds to allegations he asked Russia for N$3 million Swapo deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga says he will not pursue legal action following allegations that he solicited millions of dollars from Russian intelligence operatives to support Swapo’s…

The recall of gastric antacid and urinary alkaliniser Citro-Soda in South Africa has prompted the Ministry of Health and Social Services to monitor the situation closely in Namibia. South Africa (SA) recently recalled specified batches of Citro-Soda amid safety concerns.…

Swapo deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga has rejected allegations that the ruling party requested Russian intelligence operatives for a N$3-million donation for its 2024 election campaign. The same operatives were also reportedly involved in fabricating a letter that claimed that…