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UNAM allows senior students with outstanding fees to register under payment plan

The University of Namibia (UNAM) has granted relief to eligible senior students by allowing those with outstanding fees of less than N$50,000 to register after signing a payment plan agreement....
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Namibia on course to register HIV prevention injection

By: Selma Taapopi Namibia has fast-tracked the registration of lenacapavir, an injectable HIV prevention treatment administered twice a year. Lenacapavir is a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) administered as a long-acting injectable...
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Nakanduungile bail ruling postponed to February 2026

By Maria Namupala The bail ruling for Dr Fillemon “Fly” Nakanduungile has been postponed to 9–10 February 2026 due to the unavailability of the presiding magistrate, Billy Mutwa Lutaka, citing...
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Bank Windhoek first to accept upgraded banknotes at ATMs

Bank Windhoek has become the first financial institution in Namibia to allow cash deposits of the newly upgraded Namibia Dollar banknotes through its ATMs. This milestone supports the Bank of...
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Air Connect Namibia hits one million international passengers

Air Connect Namibia has recorded significant growth in air connectivity and passenger numbers since its launch in 2024, reflecting a steady recovery and expansion of the country’s aviation sector. Namibia...
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Namibia Tops Africa in Startup Market Perception

Photo: NIPDB Social Media Namibia has been ranked first in Africa in the Market Perception Pillar of the 2026 StartupBlink Innovators Business Environment Index, highlighting strong governance and international trust. Reforms such...
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2026 Set for ICT Growth as per CRAN

Photo: CRAN socials The Communications Regulatory Authority says 2026 will be a pivotal year for the ICT sector, building on milestones from 2025, including the launch of 5G, e-SIM technology, and the Universal...
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Yango Ride Introduces Matching PIN Codes to Boost Safety

Photo: Yango (Contributed)  Yango Ride has launched a new safety feature that uses matching four-digit PIN codes for passengers and drivers. Passengers must provide the code to their driver before...
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City of Windhoek warns residents about payment scam

The City of Windhoek has issued a scam alert, warning residents to be cautious of fraudsters impersonating municipal officials. According to the City’s spokesperson, Lydia Amutenya, scammers are contacting residents...
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Branding and Marketing Indaba Returns to Windhoek

  Contributed by: MTC’s website The Branding and Marketing Indaba is set to return to Windhoek from 8 to 10 April 2026 at the Mövenpick Hotel. According to MTC spokesperson...
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President Nandi-Ndaitwah to open third session of eighth Parliament on Tuesday

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will officially open the Third Session of Namibia’s Eighth Parliament on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, following a year-end recess. The National Assembly’s Senior Public Relations Officer, Sakeus...
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Walvis Bay Corridor Group identifies trade corridor bottlenecks

The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) has concluded a three-day stakeholder engagement mission aimed at strengthening efficiency along the country’s main trade corridors. The mission involved engagements with transport and...
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