The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (Namfisa) has provided an update on its continued commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and Investment (CSRI) and the positive impact it has had on various communities in Namibia. As part of Namfisa’s CSRI initiatives, the authority has prioritised N$447 239 in support of educational, cultural, and social programmes aimed at uplifting and empowering individuals...
Global copper market suffers from overcapacity …Sinomine’s Tsumeb Smelter placed under care and maintenance
The global copper market is increasingly facing more and more challenges that are resulting in increased smelting capacity in major copper-producing regions, which ultimately translates into substantial overcapacity. This phenomenon, exacerbated by the negative impacts of United States tariffs on demand, outweighs supply growth and has led to a shortage of copper concentrate, placing pressure on smelters around the world,...
Opinion – Namibia’s symbolism with Angola
As the first citizen and number one State diplomat, President Ndaitwah embarked on her maiden foreign trip to some Southern African Development Community member states in May 2025. The President concluded trips to Angola, Zambia, Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Tanzania. Notably, the Head of State started off with Angola, Namibia’s neighbour to the north. Important to note too is that...
Opinion – Basic income grant: benefit or burden?
The Namibian society has long debated the merits of a basic income grant (BIG) as a tool for poverty alleviation. The idea of providing unconditional cash transfers to all citizens has gained traction over the years, with pilot projects demonstrating some success. However, Namibia’s current socio-economic crisis, marked by rampant unemployment, healthcare crisis, stagnant agricultural sector, poor education system, bloated...
Grootfontein’s rise from ashes
GROOTFONTEIN – Over the past four years, Grootfontein has steadily worked towards rebuilding its image. It has successfully constructed houses to replace one of the last remaining remnants of the apartheid government – the compound hostel. The town has also built a modern fire station after a long absence, and has recovered millions in long-standing municipal debt on the fiscal...
‘Loan sharks’ back in parly spotlight
Lahja Nashuuta The issue of loan sharks is back on the agenda in the National Assembly. It is expected to dominate debates when Parliament resumes this afternoon. The motion, spearheaded by Inna Hengari, an outspoken member of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), calls for an open and urgent national discussion on whether Namibia’s current financial laws are truly protecting citizens...
Alfeus Benjamin: A governance dose
SWAKOPMUND – When he is not running one of the country’s busiest local authorities or attending to his family and friends, he is deep into his thoughts, recording and penning. For Swakopmund CEO Alfeus Benjamin, writing is more than just a hobby. It is a personal outlet, a leadership tool and a way of documenting life’s most complex transitions. Benjamin...
Neighbour allegedly offers boy N$200 after rape
A 39-year-old man was arrested over the weekend for allegedly raping a 17-year-old boy on various occasions at his house. He allegedly offered the victim N$200 to silence him after he committed the immoral. The incident first occurred in January and again last week at Ehafo Lya Nelulu village in the Uukwiyuushona constituency in Oshana region. According to Deputy Commissioner...
Namibia to roll out electronic IDs
Lahja Nashuuta Namibians will begin receiving electronic identity cards (e-IDs) from July 2026. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, the new ID system aims to improve identity verification and simplify access to both public and private services. The e-ID is a smart card, similar to a bank card, embedded with a chip that stores personal...
Fishing sector cautioned against ‘poaching’ employees
WALVIS BAY – The fishing industry has been cautioned against employee ‘poaching’ or luring workers employed by another company to come to work for them, as it destabilises the industry. The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform Inge Zaamwani says the practice also undermines the government’s employment interventions. Zaamwani cautioned the industry over the weekend, following extensive discussions...