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Photo credit: Namibian Presidency President Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has officially opened the 13th edition of the Chamber of Mines Mining Expo and Conference on 5 August 2026, under the theme “From Dialogue to Delivery,” which reviews progress made since the launch of Namibia’s Public-Private Forum (NamPPF) in 2025. The President noted that this year’s Expo has grown to 222 exhibitors, up from 195 last year, made up of 198 local […]

Residents of Groot-Aub Settlement say they remain dissatisfied after a meeting with Minister of Urban and Rural Development James Sankwasa, citing concerns over land ownership, development, basic services and the future administration of the settlement. Community activist Cicel Titus, who has lived in Groot-Aub since 1977, says residents had hoped the meeting would provide clarity on long-standing challenges affecting the community. Titus says around 500 residents attended the engagement and […]

The third edition of the Namibia National Women’s Conference was held on 1 August at the Dome in Swakopmund, drawing more than 400 women from across the country. Attendees travelled from Windhoek, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Karibib, Omaruru, Usakos and the northern regions to take part in the day-long gathering. The conference brought together institutional leaders and key stakeholders, including representatives from the Correctional Service and the Namibian Police, as well […]

By: Envaalde Matheus  Former President Nangolo Mbumba says the late Hage Geingob measured governance by its impact on people’s lives.  Speaking at the inaugural Dr Hage G. Geingob Town Hall Conversation at the University of Namibia on Monday, Mbumba said Geingob’s vision of governance went beyond politics, focusing on development, democracy and service to citizens.  While Geingob championed strong institutions and development-driven governance, his presidency faced growing public criticism over […]

Windhoek, Namibia | 4 August 2026 Elisenheim Property Development Company Limited (EPDC) and Petrosol Petroleum Solutions CC (Petrosol) have announced that the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy has issued a retail license for the planned Elisenheim Service Station — a significant milestone in building out essential services infrastructure for the fast-growing Elisenheim Lifestyle Estate community. The license follows years of planning, engagement and collaboration between Petrosol and EPDC to […]

By: Rudolf Iyambo The Bakgalagadi Traditional Authority in the Omaheke Region has expressed concern over the increasing number of people erecting residential structures at the Tsjaka settlement in Epikuro, saying the development is making it difficult for farmers to keep livestock due to limited grazing land. The area, which was initially established for livestock farming, has gradually developed into a residential settlement. The authority’s Senior Traditional Councillor, Norman Baumakwe, said […]

  With Charene Labuschagne having been crowned Miss Namibia 2026 in Gobabis on Saturday, Future Media News caught up with the new titleholder to find out what she plans to focus on during her reign. Rechelle Hamases was named first runner-up, while Albertina Haimbala placed second runner-up. In addition to the crown, Labuschagne also walks away with a house from the National Housing Enterprise (NHE) and a brand-new vehicle. Speaking […]

The Hage G. Geingob Presidential Centre will launch the inaugural Dr Hage G. Geingob Town Hall Conversation in Windhoek this evening, aimed at preserving the legacy of the late president. Speaking ahead of the event, organising team member Ambassador Albertus Aochamub said the initiative is part of what the Centre calls the Hage Geingob Town Hall Series, inspired by the countrywide town hall meetings Geingob held during his presidency, some […]

By: Maria Namupala Police in the Omusati Region arrested a 24-year-old father for allegedly fatally stabbing his five-year-old daughter on Wednesday afternoon. The man fled the scene at Oshifo village in the Ruacana Constituency. According to Omusati Police Regional Commander, Commissioner Ismael Basson, the suspect was arrested on Sunday at Oshikuku and is expected to appear in Outapi Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. The suspect allegedly used an unknown sharp object […]