As Namibia continues to reflect on the legacy of the Ovaherero and Nama genocide, young people say the atrocities committed during the German colonial rule remain a painful and deeply personal part of their identity and daily reality. Speaking on the lasting impact of the genocide, National Unity Democratic Youth Organisation (Nudo) Youth League secretary...
KEETMANSHOOP – Nama Traditional Leaders Association (NTLA) secretary general Deodat Dirkse said it is disheartening that Nama prisoners who survived Shark Island were reportedly kept in concentration camps at Okawayo, near Karibib, and Okanjande, near Otjiwarongo, for seven more years after the Germans closed the previous camps in 1908 and released Herero prisoners. Dirkse made...
Dalene Kooper One of the lasting legacies of the 1904 to 1908 Nama and Herero genocide is the significant Ovaherero population in present-day Botswana. The genocide, widely regarded as the first of the 20th century, forced many Ovaherero to flee what is now Namibia. During the extermination order declared by General Lothar von Trotha, any...
Loide Jason Auleria Wakudumo Governors from Oshana, Ohangwena and Kunene regions say preparations are complete for the first-ever regional commemoration of Genocide Remembrance Day, with thousands of people expected to gather tomorrow to honour victims of the 1904-1908 genocide and reflect on the country’s painful history. The commemorations, which will take place in regions, are...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged Namibians to remember the victims and survivors of the 1904-1908 genocide, and to ensure that the painful history of the country is never forgotten as Namibia commemorates Genocide Remembrance Day. The Head of State said the day remains a solemn occasion to honour the Ovaherero and Nama people who suffered...
Iuze Mukube More than a century after the brutal extermination order that resulted in the mass killing of thousands of Ovaherero and Nama people in the then-German South West Africa [Namibia], the legal and constitutional questions surrounding the genocide remain firmly contested. Although Germany has acknowledged the atrocities committed in the now-Namibia between 1904 and...
Limba Mupetami Hilma Nalupe As the curtain falls on the year, the Namibian sporting landscape can reflect on a season marked by both triumphs and disappointments. It was a year that delivered moments of pride and progress, alongside setbacks that exposed lingering challenges within various codes. Some performances and milestones stood out and captured the...
This year marked a beautiful chapter for Namibia’s creative industry, as homegrown talent continued to shine both locally and beyond our borders. From music and film to media and digital influence, Namibian creators showed that their voices, stories, and artistry can compete on global stages. Their achievements not only celebrate individual excellence but also signal...
In 2025, Namibia’s economy saw significant changes that affected households, businesses, and investors. Inside Business closely followed these developments, focusing on interest rates, inflation, and real-world economic impacts. The Bank of Namibia (BoN) oversees the repo rate, which is used to manage inflation and promote economic growth. In 2025, Namibia’s energy sector is undergoing significant...
Iuze Mukube Matheus David Crime is a prevalent offense in society, yet some of the crimes that occurred in the Land of the Brave left the nation traumatised and raised serious concerns about public safety. These crimes, including brutal murders, violent attacks, and other serious offenses, exposed a darker side of society. Namdia robbery On...