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Government says Hyphen stake is grant-funded, not taxpayer-fundedJuly 16, 2026

The government says its 24% stake in the Hyphen green hydrogen project is funded through international grants and not taxpayers’ money. Green hydrogen programme manager Jonah Musheko says the arrangement has remained unchanged since the project began, while Namibia’s broader green hydrogen sector continues to expand.

Former Diplomat Calls for Action on Namibia–China Agreements

Former diplomat Pius Dunaisky says the success of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent visit to China will depend on how cooperation agreements are implemented. He urged the government to establish a public monitoring mechanism to track progress on commitments, saying Namibia must prioritise value addition, job creation and accountability rather than simply signing agreements.

PDM Youth League Urges Greater Youth Role in Africa's Democratic Future

PDM Youth League acting Secretary General Inajovandu says young people must move beyond being campaign volunteers and take up leadership positions to help shape Africa's future. Reflecting on the Young Democracy Union of Africa conference in Liberia, she called for greater youth participation in governance, stronger political education and ethical leadership inspired by former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf.

Business Summit Namibia to Focus on Building Sustainable, Scalable Businesses

Business Summit Namibia founder Martin Nankela says entrepreneurship is about discipline, consistency and long-term commitment rather than overnight success. Speaking ahead of the summit on 21 July, he urged aspiring entrepreneurs to formalise their businesses, understand their target markets and build brands capable of lasting beyond their founders.

Henrico Blaauw Steps Down as ǁKharas Football Chairperson, Citing Governance Compliance

Outgoing ǁKharas Regional Football Chairperson Henrico Blaauw says his decision to resign was driven by the need to comply with the Namibia Sports Act and Namibia Football Association statutes on dual leadership roles. In this interview, he reflects on the reforms introduced during his tenure, including stronger financial accountability, improved performances at the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, and the challenges that continue to affect football development in the region, such as inadequate funding and limited sports infrastructure.

Cannabis Legalisation Bid Dismissed: Ganja Users Namibia Vows to Keep Pressure on Government

Namibia's High Court has dismissed an application seeking the legalisation of cannabis, ruling that the matter should be decided by Parliament and the Executive rather than the courts. In this interview, Ganja Users Namibia Secretary General Boro Ndungula reacts to the judgment, explains why the organisation believes cannabis reform remains necessary, and outlines its next steps, including lobbying government as it reviews the country's drug laws

Agriculture Student Leader Calls for Better Graduate Planning as 47% Face Unemployment

Agriculture student leader Wilka Kayoko says the reported 47% unemployment rate among agriculture graduates highlights the need for better alignment between higher education and the labour market. She called for more graduate programmes, internships and support for young people entering the sector, while encouraging students not to lose hope and continue building their skills.

Kunene Farmers Call for Action After Fresh Lion Attacks on Livestock

Farmers in the Ehirovipuka Conservancy are calling for improved protection and faster compensation after lions believed to have strayed from Etosha National Park killed one cow and injured several others. Community members say repeated attacks are threatening livelihoods and want authorities to strengthen the park fence to prevent future incidents.

Opposition Defends National Assembly Walkout Over ECN Appointment Process

Affirmative Repositioning Chief Whip Vaino Hangula says the opposition walked out of the National Assembly because members were not provided with sufficient documentation to scrutinise candidates for the Electoral Commission of Namibia properly. Hangula argued that transparency and due process are essential to maintaining public confidence in the ECN, adding that Parliament should only proceed once all relevant documents, including interview scores and evaluation records, have been made available. The walkout resulted in the loss of a quorum, forcing s

Legal Expert Urges Windhoek Residents to Challenge Incorrect Municipal Bills Through Official Channels

Legal practitioner Ketu Kaura says Windhoek residents who suspect they have been incorrectly billed by the City of Windhoek should first exhaust the municipality's internal dispute resolution process before pursuing legal action. He advised residents to continue paying their accounts while disputes are investigated, keep proof of payments and meter readings, and request all relevant billing records. Kaura added that residents who were overcharged could be entitled to refunds or compensation if billing errors are proven, but warned that legal claims may be subject to Namibia's three-year prescription period.

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