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Windhoek Residents Give City 14 Days to Answer Governance, Billing and Red Force Concerns

The Windhoek Residents and Ratepayers Association has given the City of Windhoek 14 days to respond to concerns over municipal billing, governance, service delivery, housing, and the Red Force debt collection contract. The association says it is prepared to seek legal action if the city fails to provide satisfactory answers, following a deputation that was overshadowed by restricted public access to the council meeting.

New Youth Energy Forum CEO urges young Namibians to prepare for opportunities beyond oil and gas jobs

The newly appointed CEO of the Namibian Youth Energy Forum, Fanuel Shinedima, says Namibia's energy boom offers far more than employment opportunities, with room for entrepreneurs, professionals, SMEs, and communities to benefit. He encouraged young Namibians to understand the industry's value chain, procurement processes, and emerging opportunities to position themselves as active participants in the country's energy future.

Youth leader calls for urgent action as school placement crisis deepens

As Namibia's school placement challenges persist, youth leader Luciano Kambala discusses overcrowded classrooms, infrastructure shortages, and why government, communities, and the private sector must work together to improve access to quality education.

African Stars Academy reflects on valuable lessons from Spain's MAD Cup 2026

African Stars Academy head coach McAlbert Katjivirue reflects on the academy's experience at the MAD Cup 2026 in Spain, where the young Namibian side competed against top international opposition. He discusses the lessons learned, the importance of international exposure, player development, and why annual participation in global youth tournaments could help shape the future of Namibian football.

Former Diplomat Criticises Namibia's Response to South Africa Repatriation Crisis

Former ambassador Pius Dunaiski says Namibia responded too slowly to growing xenophobic tensions in South Africa, arguing authorities should have acted weeks earlier to protect citizens abroad. He warned the unrest could undermine African regional integration while urging Namibians in South Africa to remain vigilant and stay in contact with the Namibian High Commission

Governance Reforms, Not Salary Cuts, Key to Fixing Namibia's SOEs – Expert

Corporate governance expert Professor Johan Coetzee says Namibia's review of state-owned enterprise salaries should be accompanied by broader governance reforms, including transparent board appointments and performance-based remuneration. He argues that accountability, institutional trust and measurable performance—not executive pay alone—are the real challenges facing public enterprises.

UNAM SRC Leader Champions Pan-African Solutions to Student Challenges

University of Namibia SRC Secretary General Iris Shimanda says the Pan-African Student Summit offers an opportunity for student leaders to collaborate on solutions to funding, accommodation, mental health and graduate employability challenges. She also encouraged Namibian students to continue pursuing study opportunities in South Africa while complying with immigration laws and staying informed amid ongoing tensions.

Former Ambassador Urges Calm as Namibians Seek Repatriation from South Africa

Former ambassador Elia Kayamo has urged Namibians in South Africa to remain calm and stay in close contact with the Namibian High Commission as xenophobic tensions continue. His remarks come after more than 100 Namibians reportedly sought voluntary repatriation, with Kayamo stressing that the Namibian government has a duty to protect its citizens regardless of their immigration status.

Family Renews Call for Justice After Murdered Okahandja Girl's Grave Damaged by Fire.

More than a year after six-year-old Roswaan Sfabianu was raped and murdered in Okahandja, her family is once again demanding justice after her gravesite was damaged by fire. Okahandja Concerned Group representative Seth Gariseb says the incident has deepened the family's grief and renewed calls for increased police resources, improved cemetery security, and progress in the unresolved murder investigation.

Namibian Activist Leena Amalwa Earns Prestigious Commonwealth Young Leaders Recognition

Namibian social justice activist and Conscious Millennials Foundation founder Leena Amalwa has been named among the Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust's 100 Young Leaders Awardees for 2026, in recognition of her work in youth empowerment, cervical cancer awareness, disability inclusion, and gender-based violence advocacy. Speaking to Desert FM, Amalwa said the honour affirms that "the little acts of kindness... have a way of impacting the world at a global stage," while urging young Namibians to start creating change with whatever they have.

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