AllAfrica News: Namibia

Namibians Struggling to Pay N$3.2 Billion in Home Loans

[Namibian] More than half of Namibia's non-performing loans are unpaid mortgages, reflecting growing household debt stress, though the overall banking risk remains within acceptable limits.

Namibia, South Africa Strengthen Green Hydrogen Ties Amid Growing Regional Push

[Namibian] Namibia is intensifying its regional partnerships in the green hydrogen sector, working closely with neighbouring South Africa to establish joint infrastructure and knowledge-sharing mechanisms that will support both countries' industrial transitions.

Over 1,000 Tonnes of Pilchard Caught Despite Moratorium, As Debate Over Stock Recovery Deepens

[Namibian] Fishing companies Tunacor and Venmar caught more than 1 000 tonnes of pilchard in the past week, despite a government ban on harvesting this nearly extinct species.

Nampower Breaks Ground for Biggest Solar Plant ...N$1.8 Billion Investment

[New Era] Rosh Pinah -- NamPower recently made history by breaking ground for the biggest solar power plant ever to be constructed in the country, constituting an investment of N$1.6 billion. The historic groundbreaking ceremony took place last week for the 100 MV Sores IGaib, outside the southern town of Rosh Pinah, for the solar power station.

NNN Wants Stronger Energy Partnerships

[New Era] Luanda -- President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah described energy as a powerful driver of economic growth and development.

Keynote By President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah - Panel on "Women In Leadership: Driving Innovation, Catalyzing Investments and Shaping Policy" #USAfricaBizSummit2025

[Government of Namibia] Luanda -- I thank you for the opportunity to attend and share my views at this vital and timely conversation. The theme of this plenary, "Women in Leadership: Driving Innovation, Catalyzing Investments, and Shaping Policy", echoes throughout the halls of power and boardrooms across Africa, the United States and across the world. It is relevant not only in the halls of power, but also through the homes, farms, and markets where women have led with courage, resilience, and vision, often not acknowledged, but always

Swapo Remembers Moses Amweelo As Loyal Leader and Freedom Fighter With Strong Work Ethic

[Namibian] Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa has described the late Moses Amweelo as a loyal, hardworking party member and respected former Cabinet minister.

Former Minister Amweelo Dies

[New Era] Former Minister of Works, Transport, and Communication, Moses Amweelo, has passed away at the age of 73.

'Don't Let Them See the Sun Again' ...Slain Stock Theft Investigator Kazeurua's Widow Tells Judge

[New Era] Cornelia Kazeurua, the widow of renowned stock theft investigator Wilfred 'Major' Hiambepo Kazeurua, has pleaded with the judge to make sure the convicted murderers of her husband do not "...see the sun again...".

SA-Nam Ties That Bind

[New Era] President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and her South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa met on Friday in Pretoria to cement the relation between the two states by discussing issues of cooperation, seeking to advance the interests of both countries through mutual benefit.

Kharas Farmers Push for Neckartal Green Scheme

[New Era] Farmers in the Kharas region are calling on government through the ministry of agriculture to expedite the operationalisation of green schemes around the Neckartal Dam, saying the construction of the dam has not yet yielded any benefits for them.

Alleged Fraudster Fit to Stand Trial

[New Era] A woman accused of defrauding a private school in Windhoek of more than N$2.8 million is fit to stand trial.

AR Trashes City's Electricity Tariff Hike

[New Era] The Affirmative Repositioning (AR) movement has strongly objected to the City of Windhoek's proposed 4% increase in electricity tariffs, calling the move premature, unjustified and potentially burdensome to residents.

FIC to Address 13 Deficiencies By May 2026

[New Era] An action plan by Namibia's Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) addressed 13 strategic deficiencies related to the ineffectiveness of the country's antimoney laundering (AML), counterterrorism financing frameworks (CFT) and Countering Proliferation Financing (CPF).

54 Young Netballers Selected for the All-Ages Tournament

[New Era] A total of 54 young netball players were selected over the weekend to represent Namibia at the upcoming All-Ages Netball tournament in South Africa next month.