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Maiden bone marrow transplant opens doors
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Maiden bone marrow transplant opens doors

Namibia has completed its first bone marrow transplant, marking a significant milestone for the country’s medical sector. However, the treatment is currently accessible to only about 15% of the population, highlighting the need to expand the service into the public healthcare system, according to Clinical Haematologist Dr Kudakwashe Simba. On 11 November 2025, Namibia achieved...

Opinion – Ashipala-Musavyi got it wrong on genocide 
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Opinion – Ashipala-Musavyi got it wrong on genocide 

Your words in Algiers ring with a language we have long waited to hear from the Namibian state. A language that recognises the brutality of colonialism and calls for its criminalisation under international law. On the surface, this is a welcome chorus in a hall where Africa is finally raising its voice in unity.  But...

Baster Kaptein dispute appeal dismissed 
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Baster Kaptein dispute appeal dismissed 

Iuze Mukube  The Supreme Court of Namibia has dismissed an appeal lodged by a candidate to supersede a decision of the High Court that declined to set aside the election of the Kaptein of the Rehoboth Baster community held on 24 April.  The appeal was dismissed in the appeal court on Monday. Renault van Wyk,...

Vadinkantu womoOutjo kavavahundilire varuganesa yimaliwa vana vatumbwidire 
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Vadinkantu womoOutjo kavavahundilire varuganesa yimaliwa vana vatumbwidire 

Outjo- nguuru gomukunda Kunene, Vipuakuje Muharukua , nkera kahundilire vadinkantu vatunga moOutjo varuganese mpito ezi linaretesapo epangero mokuvatera vadinkantu vetu. Muharukua katente nonkango edi posiruwo sepongo kavakere nalyo mokulipa nombudi kuhamena yimaliwa eyi vana tambesere yivatere vadinkantu, epongio eli kalikereko po Etoshaport mosara zonkarapamwe. moOutjo. ‘’ Esi kuna kara nye sinka setu tutare asi vadinkantu...

Luvindao kahundilire asi gutudame twahakara noutjire womukisa guna homoka 
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Luvindao kahundilire asi gutudame twahakara noutjire womukisa guna homoka 

Ministera goukanguki noukali nawa Dr. Esperance Luvindao kahundilire vatungimo asi gutu dame, yimo vana kutanta wouministeli zoukanguki, kuna kutuhundira tukwate nomutjima, siruwo oso tuna kugwana mbatero kuvakwetu yipo tuture nayinye eyi melikwanmo mokukumburura kokambumburu aka monomukunda detu nadinye murongo nane.  Age kageve mbudi ezi moutano apa nye kageve asi Namibia kupi ana sikamene kweyi youkanguki,...

Opinion – A thoughtful approach to buying a car 
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Opinion – A thoughtful approach to buying a car 

Buying a car is far more than a pivotal life decision that blends emotion with financial strategy. Whether you are acquiring your first vehicle or upgrading to meet evolving needs, the process demands the same rigour and foresight as any significant investment. The most successful buyers approach this journey with clarity of purpose, discipline, and...

Goju-Ryu celebrates its students’ achievements 
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Goju-Ryu celebrates its students’ achievements 

Hilma Nalupe  Goju-Ryu Karate Namibia (OGKN) conducted its final gradings for the year last month, bringing together students from Honbu and Shinto dojos from Windhoek to celebrate their efforts and achievements.  A total of 133 students, ranging from ages five to 66 were invited to be graded, each demonstrating the discipline and perseverance that define...

Khorixas man sentenced to life 
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Khorixas man sentenced to life 

Iuze Mukube  A sentence of life imprisonment was imposed on a convicted man by Windhoek High Court Judge Claudia Claasen for the murder of his ex-domestic partner and the mother of his three children.  Arnold Khamseb (50) was convicted in November for a charge of murder, and housebreaking with intent to rape and rape.  The...

Indonesia, Namibia deepen weave cultural ties 
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Indonesia, Namibia deepen weave cultural ties 

Matheus David  The University of Namibia’s Khomasdal campus became a hub of colour, culture and creativity last week as Namibia and Indonesia strengthened their long-standing partnership through the official opening of the Indonesia Weaving Workshop.  The initiative brings together artisans, students and lecturers to learn traditional Indonesian weaving skills while exploring Namibia’s own rich creative...

Kupembona vows to transform Kapako constituency
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Kupembona vows to transform Kapako constituency

Newly elected councillor for the Kapako constituency, Augustinus Linyando Kupembona from the Swapo party, says his victory marks the beginning of real change for what he describes as “the poorest constituency” in the Kavango West region. Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) results show that Kupembona won with 2 476 votes, defeating Frans Kamina (IC) –...