The Namibia Press Agency, (NAMPA), was established in 1991 as a national news agency responsible for the distribution of local, regional and international news.

Fact-checking journalist network launched to combat disinformation

Written by Angie September on 26 April 2024

By Angie September
RABAT, 26 APRIL (NAMPA) – A network of fact-checking journalists has been established under the auspices of the Atlantic Federation of African Press Agencies (FAAPA) to combat disinformation and misinformation in Africa, by pooling efforts and exchanging experiences.
Announcing the establishment of the Network of African Press Agencies Fact-Checker Journalists (RJF-FAAPA) in Rabat, Morocco on Thursday, FAAPA president Fouad Arif said its formation comes at a time characterised by the impa ...


Katjavivi leads 50th anniversary of Carnation Revolution commemoration

Written by Sheila Perestrelo on 26 April 2024

WINDHOEK, 26 APR (NAMPA) – Speaker of the National Assembly and Chancellor of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), Peter Katjavivi on Thursday honoured the Carnation Revolution, reflecting on its significance in Namibia’s fight for freedom during the liberation struggle.
Katjavivi underscored the event’s enduring impact on global movements for democracy and independence at its 50th anniversary held in Windhoek at the University of Namibia’s main campus.
“Because the events of this Portug ...

NamPol concerned by confiscated contraband

WINDHOEK, 25 APR 24, (NAMPA) - Chief Inspector Katrina Naukushu of the Namibian Police Force on Thursday raised concern over dangerous contraband being imported into the country. NAMPA TV (Video: Sheila Perestrelo)

Dâure Daman Traditional Authority show sceptic about the nationalization of Green Hydrogen

Japan invest in education exchange for Namibia

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× WINDHOEK, 23 April 2024 - NIPDB Executive Director for Talent, Innovation And Productivity, Julia Muetudhana. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

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× Australia's Katharina Haecker (white) competes against Brazil's Nauana Silva during the women's 63kg gold medal match at the Pan American-Oceania Judo Championships in Rio de Janeiro on April 26, 2024. (Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL / AFP)

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× LÜDERITZ, 17 April 2024 - Lüderitz Mayor, Phillippus Balhao. (Photo: Contributed)

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× Panama's Kristine Jimenez (white) competes against Dominic Republic's Ana Rosa during the women's 57kg bronze medal match at the Pan American-Oceania Judo Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on April 26, 2024. (Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL / AFP)

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× Supporters of Mexico's opposition presidential candidate, Xochitl Galvez of the Fuerza y Corazon por Mexico coalition party, take part in an electoral campaign activity with their candidate on a street in the suburb of Coyoacan in Mexico City on April 26, 2024. (Photo by Yuri CORTEZ / AFP)

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× WINDHOEK, 06 April 2024 - Namibia's international cyclist Alex Miller (in white) leading the chasing group at the IJG Trails in Kleine Kuppe during the opening race of the 2024 Nedbank Namibia Rock and Rut mountain bike cross country (XCO) Series. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA