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WINDHOEK, 24 April 2024 - Japan's Ambassador to Namibia, Hisao Nishimaki. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Japan dedicates N.dollars 5 million towards drought relief

WINDHOEK, 14 August 2024 - President Nangolo Mbumba. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

Mbumba to attend 44th SADC Summit

WALVIS BAY, 02 May 2024 - The Cleanergy Solutions Hydrogen production and refuelling station at Walvis Bay. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

Daures Green Hydrogen Village to start operating in September

GOBABIS, 23 April 2024 - Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate accepts a donation by NASRIA on behalf of farm Nuwehoop beneficiaries. (Photo by: Ovaua Kuaima) NAMPA

Nganate commends government's efforts to assist drought-stricken farmers in Omaheke

OSHIKANGO, 05 March 2021 - Some of the young men from Angola camping under a tree at Oshikango in the Ohangwena Region seeking for possible domestic and farm employment opportunities in Namibia. (Photo by: Mathias Nanghanda) NAMPA

National Minimum Wage to positively impact informal economy

Sheila Perestrelo

WINDHOEK, 14 August 2024 - President Nangolo Mbumba. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

Mbumba urges collaboration to assist people living with disabilities

OSHAKATI, 27 July 2024 - Foxy Seniors were crowned champions of the Oshana Regional Second Division Football League. (Photo: Contributed)

NFA First Divisions promotional playoffs take centre stage

Uakutura Kambaekua

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Penda Hashoongo

ONGWEDIVA, 28 August 2024 - Minister of Information and Communication Technology Emma Theofelus speaking at the MTC-OATF Tech Hub Conference at Ongwediva on Wednesday. (Photo by: Maria David) NAMPA

Theofelus urges employers to embrace technology in the workplace

WINDHOEK, 28 August 2024 - Representative from the private entities that have sponsored N.dollars 1.4 million towards the hosting of the annual AU MSME event slated for 09 to 13 September 2024 in Windhoek (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Over N.dollars 1.4 million sponsored for AU MSMEs summit

WINDHOEK, 28 August 2024 - First Secretary for Economic Affairs at the Embassy of Indonesia in Namibia, Ari Hadiman. (Photo: Contributed)

Namibia to participate in second Indonesia-Africa forum

WINDHOEK, 28 August 2024 - Head of the the Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme, James Mnyupe (centre) speaks at a media briefing. (Photo by: Eba Kandovazu) NAMPA

Two green hydrogen projects nearing completion

WINDHOEK, 03 June 2024 - ECN Chairperson Elsie Nghikembua (Photo: Linea Ndishena) NAMPA

Over 1.4 million youth voters registered for the 2024 elections

Sylvia Hashondali

RADIO BULLETIN 15H00

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Penda Hashoongo

PARIS, 31 August 2024 – Paralympic sprinter Lahja Ishitile and her guide Sem Shimanda celebrating after winning a gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and setting a new Paralympic record in the women’s T11 400 metre race. Ishitile and Shimanda clocked 56.20 seconds to win gold at the Stade de Paris. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

ALERT: Ishitile wins gold for Namibia

BALI, 02 September 2024 - Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta pictured during the Joint Leaders High-Level Forum on Multi-stakeholder Partnership and the second Indonesia-Africa Forum held in Bali. (Photo: Contributed)

Namibia joins Indonesia’s call to strengthen global south cooperation

PARIS, 02 September 2024 – Paralympic sprinter Lahja Ishitile and her guide Sem Shimanda while in action during the women’s T11 100 metre (m) semi-finals at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games at the Stade de France in Paris, France. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

Ishitile misses out on spot in the final

BALI, 03 September 2024 - Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Jenelly Matundu speaking at a panel discussion on Indonesia-Africa development cooperation at the second Indonesia-Africa Forum held in Bali. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Namibia well positioned for international cooperation despite upper-middle income classification: Matundu

BALI, 03 September 2024- Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Jenelly Matundu pictured at the second Indonesia-Africa Forum in Bali. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Namibia and Indonesia exploring bilateral cooperation: Matundu

BALI, Future Image Investment CC, Anthony Atejioye (L) pictured with Mensa Group International Division, General Manager, Yulia Hidayat (R) during the signing ceremony in Bali. (Photo contributed) NAMPA

Namibian company partners with Indonesia's Mensa Group in N.dollars 9 million deal

BALI, 03 September 2024- Namibia’s Non-Resident Ambassador to Indonesia, Herman Pule Diamonds pictured during the Indonesia-Africa Forum in Bali. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Namibia extends call to Indonesian captains of industries: Diamonds

WINDHOEK, 04 September 2024 - Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo speaking at the Global African Hydrogen Summit in the capital. (Photo by: Chelva Wells) NAMPA

Alweendo calls for alignment of green hydrogen standards

WINDHOEK, 12 June 2014 - China's Ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping. (Photo: Contributed)

China-Namibia bilateral trade reached US.dollars 1.3 billion in 2023: Zhao

Suzith Tjitaura

WINDHOEK, 10 September 2024 - (From left) Namibia Press Agency (Nampa) Editorial Manager Jata Kazondu; veteran journalist Gwen Lister; Nampa CEO Linus Chata and Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Modestus Amutse pictured at the official opening of the workshop on election reporting for journalists in Namibia. (Photo by: Mulisa Simiyasa) NAMPA

Election reporting course for Namibian journalists ends with certificate awards

Mulisa Simiyasa

WINDHOEK, 14 September 2024 - SWAPO party vice president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, launching the party manifesto. (Photo by: Sheila Perestrelo) NAMPA

Swapo Party launches manifesto

ONGWEDIVA, 25 August 2024 - Minister of Industrialisation and Trade, Lucia Iipumbu. (Photo by: Maria David) NAMPA

Namibia commemorates World Ozone Day

WINDHOEK, 17 September 2024 - University of Namibia professor Frednard Gideon speaking during the bi-annual education conference in Windhoek. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Education curriculum must align with industry needs: Gideon

MARIENTAL, 21 September 2024 - Governor of the Hardap Region, Salomon April, explores different fish stalls at the Namibian Fish Consumption Market Day in Mariental on Saturday. (Photo by: Charmaine Boois )NAMPA

Fish Consumption Promotion Trust event aims to boost local fish industry

Charmaine Boois

NEW YORK, 21 September 2024 - President Nangolo Mbumba addressing the delegates at the Summit of the Future Action Days in New York. (Photo: Contributed)

UNSC does not represent African needs and aspirations: Mbumba

WINDHOEK, 02 October 2024 - High Commissioner of the United Kingdom (UK) to Namibia, Charles Moore. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Moore sympathises with Namibians on visa requirement

WINDHOEK, 02 October 2024 - Indonesian Ambassador Wisnu Edi Pratignyo speaking at the 79th independence anniversary diplomatic reception. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Bilateral trade between Indonesia and Namibia increased in 2023: Pratignyo

Anti-gay protesters demand US Ambassador’s exit

WINDHOEK, 10 October 2024 - Minister of Finance and Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi pictured at the government information centre. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Employees not refunded tax refunds to claim from NamRa in February 2025

OSHAKATI, 11 October 2024 - Residents of Oshakati in the Oshana Region celebrated Arbor Day on Friday. (Photo: Contributed)

Shifeta encourages tree planting at Arbor Day commemoration

SWAKOPMUND, 14 October 2024 - The Political, Diplomatic and Legal Committee of the Namibia and South African Bi-National Commission, co-chaired by Ministers of International Relations and Cooperation Dr Peya Mushelenga and Ronald Lamola attending a meeting in Swakopmund to discuss among others; the consideration on the Report of the Joint Committee of Experts on the Orange River Boundary with a focus on enhancing bilateral cooperation. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

Namibia and South Africa reaffirm commitment to address Orange River boundary

WINDHOEK, 17 August 2022 - Nelson Ashipala, Manager for Corporate Communications, Social Media, and MICE at the Namibia Wildlife Resorts pictured during the announcement of the 2022 MTC Namibia Sports Awards. (Photo by: Hesron Kapanga) NAMPA

NWR to cease shuttle operations from 2x4 area in Sossusvlei

WINDHOEK, 16 October 2024 - ECN Chairperson Elsie Nghikembua (Photo: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

Twenty-one parties participating in 2024 Namibian general elections

WINDHOEK - LPM Representative Ivan Skrywer. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

ECN handpicking ballot paper printer may compromise electoral process: Political parties

Justina Shuumbwa

WINDHOEK, 16 October 2024 - United Democratic Front Secretary General Daniel Tsaneb. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

Political parties set to intensify election campaigns

WINDHOEK, 15 July 2019 - Chairperson of the High Level Panel on the Economy, Johannes !Gawaxab pictured at a media conference. (Photo by: Shelleygan Petersen) NAMPA

BoN reduces repo rate to 7.25 per cent

Namibia participation at UNGA addressed developing countries' issues: Mbumba

WINDHOEK, 17 October 2024 - Swapo Party legal adviser Sisa Namandje receiving Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's nomination letter from ECN chairperson Elsie Nghikembua. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

Independent presidential candidates fail to make the grade

WALVIS BAY, 17 October 2024 - The Cleanergy Solutions Plant in Walvis Bay. (Photo by: Eba Kandovazu) NAMPA

Cleanergy Solutions to produce green hydrogen early next year

WALVIS BAY, 17 October 2024 - The Cleanergy Solutions plant. (Photo by: Eba Kandovazu) NAMPA

Cleanergy Solutions invests N.dollars 200 million locally

KEETMANSHOOP, 12 October 2024 - Vice President of the Swapo Party, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pictured at the party's ||Kharas star rally on Saturday. (Photo by: Suzith Tjitaura) NAMPA

Swapo plans to solve water problems by 2027

MARIENTAL, 23 October 2024 - The ECN held a stakeholder meeting at Mariental on Wednesday to encourage cooperation and communication between the various authorities and parties in the Hardap Region. (Photo by: Charmaine Boois) NAMPA

ECN engages stakeholders in Hardap Region

Charmaine Boois

SWAKOPMUND, 08 MAY 2023 - Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform Minister Calle Schlettwein speaking at the opening of the planning workshop in Swakopmund on Monday. The week-long event is focusing on discussing the strategic plan as well as present a platform for various stakeholders to coordinate planning within the agricultural sector. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

Schlettwein calls for urgent focus on water crisis

Suzith Tjitaura

ONANDJABA, 25 October 2020 - Leader of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) Dr Panduleni Itula addressing an IPC election campaign meeting at Onandjaba settlement in the Omusati Region's Okalongo Constituency on Saturday. (Photo by: Mathias Nanghanda) NAMPA

Don’t vote for unemployment: Itula

Michael Mutonga Liswaniso

WINDHOEK, 10 October 2024 - Minister of Finance and Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi pictured at the government information centre. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Shiimi adds N.dollars 3.6 billion to 2024/25 national budget

WINDHOEK, 02 October 2024 - Zambian High Commissioner to Namibia Stephen Katuka (l) celebrates his country's independence by cutting a cake with Deputy Minister of Sport, Youth and National Service, Emma Kantema-Goamas (r). (Photo: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

Zambian ambassador praises relationship with Namibia

WINDHOEK, 01 November 2024 - Chairperson of the Law Reform and Development Commission, Etuna Josua. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

Constitution must develop current global trade laws: Josua

WINDHOEK, 06 November 2024 - Chief Economist Abednego Ekandja. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

Fuel levies constitute bulk of fuel pump prices

WINDHOEK - Namibia National Farmers Union (NNFU) president Adolf Muremi speaking at the National Agriculture Investment Plan (NAIP) on Wednesday. (Photo by: Justina Shuumbwa) NAMPA

Farmers face production challenges: Muremi

Justina Shuumbwa

WINDHOEK, 06 November 2024 - United Nations (UN) Acting Resident Coordinator, Samuel Kweku Ocran has commended Namibia for launching the Strategy for the Transformation of the Agri-Food Sector and for signing the country’s Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Compact. (Photo by: Maysa Sangeve) NAMPA

UN commends Namibia for launching agri-food sector transformation strategy

Parents’ absence, vast distances impede birth registration in Kavango West

Renathe Americano

WINDHOEK, 08 November 2024 - Secretary General of the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa), Akhator Odigie (L) at a press conference in Windhoek with Mahongora Kavihuha (R), president of the Trade Union Congress of Namibia. (Photo by: Edward Tenete) NAMPA

Namibia urged to champion inclusion of international labour standards

WINDHOEK, 10 May 2021 - Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation Executive Director, Penda Naanda. (Photo: Contributed) NAMPA

Namibia calls for peaceful resolution amid Mozambique unrest

WINDHOEK, 09 November 2024 - President of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), Panduleni Itula speaking at a rally in Windhoek. (Photo by: Edward Tenete) NAMPA

Itula calls for Namibians to emulate Botswana

WINDHOEK, 17 October 2024 - Namibia’s Chief Electoral Officer Peter Shaama pictured with ECN Chairperson Elsie Nghikembua. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

GRV kicks off in Guinas

OSHAKATI, 20 July 2023 – Minister of Information, Communication and Technology Peya Mushelenga speaking during the launch of the Oshana Investment Conference. (Photo by: Maria David) NAMPA

Mushelenga to address Ministerial Africa-Russia Partnership Forum

SWAKOPMUND, 19 June 2023 - Minister of Information, Communication and Technology Dr Peya Mushelenga speaking at the opening the five-day progress review workshop for Government Communication Officers on implementing the Government Communication Strategy (GCS) with all OMAs, Regional Councils and Local Authorities in Swakopmund on Monday. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

Mushelenga calls for accelerated global financial framework reforms

WINDHOEK, 11 November 2024 - ECN Chairperson Elsie Nghikembua. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

ECN all set to conduct 2024 general elections

OTJIWARONGO, 11 November 2024 - The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) regional education officer for Otjozondjupa, Beatrice Sililo speaks at a workshop for political party agents at Otjiwarongo. (Photo by: Mulisa Simiyasa) NAMPA

ECN Otjozondjupa dispatches three teams for special election

Mulisa Simiyasa

WINDHOEK, 12 NOVEMBER 2024- A helicopter. (PHOTO: NAMPA)

NCCA introduces airspace restrictions during election period

WINDHOEK, 12 November 2024 - Key stakeholders gathered in Windhoek on Tuesday for a high-level policy dialogue focused on incorporating intangible cultural heritage (ICH) into Namibia’s education system. The meeting involved representatives from Namibia, Zimbabwe, Unesco and the Government of Flanders (Belgium). (Photo by: Melissa //Hoebes) NAMPA

Namibia advancing integration of cultural heritage into education system

WINDHOEK, 13 November 2024 - Uniformed personnel queuing up at Van Rhyn Primary School in Windhoek for special voting. (Photo by: Justina Shuumbwa) NAMPA

NDF chief says polling stations insufficient for special voting

Justina Shuumbwa

SADC deploys observers for Presidential and National Assembly Elections

WINDHOEK, 14 November 2024 - The Director of the FIC, Bryan Eiseb and Governor of the Bank of Namibia Johannes !Gawaxab pictured alongside others at the FIC media briefing. (Photo: Contributed)

Namibia's financial crimes governance structures fully operational: Eiseb

WINDHOEK, 15 November 2024- BoN's officer in charge, Marsorry Ickua accepts Pioneer Award at the Central Banking FinTech & RegTech Global Awards held in Mexico City.
(Photo: Contributed)

Bank of Namibia wins award for digital transformation

ONGWEDIVA, 28 August 2024 - NamRA spokesperson, Tonateni Shidhudhu. (Photo: Contributed)

NamRA dismisses social media allegations

WINDHOEK - The Namibia Institute of Pathology in Windhoek. (Photo: Contributed)

Namibia joins global fight against antimicrobial resistance

WINDHOEK, 04 September 2024 - Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo speaking at the Global African Hydrogen Summit in the capital. (Photo by: Chelva Wells) NAMPA

Namibia can become an energy hub: Alweendo

WALVIS BAY, 16 November 2024 - President of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) Dr Panduleni Itula greeting party supporters at a rally at Walvis Bay. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

IPC government willing to work with other parties

MARIENTAL, 18 November 2024 - The young talents behind Pius TV, who are gaining a large following on and off social media. (Photo by: Charmaine Boois) NAMPA

MARIENTAL YOUTH USE COMEDY TO TACKLE SOCIAL ISSUES, INSPIRE CHANGE

Charmaine Boois

Over-50's Cricket Tournament launched

WINDHOEK, 18 November 2024 - Namibia and Angola officially signed the Baynes Implementation Agreement on Monday, solidifying their commitment to the successful completion of the Baynes Hydropower Project. (Photo: Contributed)

Namibia and Angola sign Baynes implementation agreement

BALI, 02 September 2024 - Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Pohamba Shifeta pictured during the Joint Leaders High-Level Forum on Multi-stakeholder Partnership and the second Indonesia-Africa Forum held in Bali. (Photo: Contributed)

Shifeta calls for financial support to address climate change impacts

ARANDIS, 19 November 2024 - Minister in the Presidency Christine //Hoebes, Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe and co-founder of HyIron-Oshivela Johannes Michels pictured during a site visit to the green iron plant in Arandis. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

HyIron signs first take-off agreement with German auto-tech company

WINDHOEK, 05 June 2023- Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Service, Ben Nangombe. (Photo by: Linea Dishena) NAMPA

No Mpox cases recorded in Namibia: Health Ministry

WINDHOEK, 22 October 2024 - Research specialist Christie Keulder pictured during the presentation of the third Elections Media Monitoring Report. (Photo by: Justina Shuumbwa) NAMPA

Small political parties show increase in media coverage

Windhoek, 21 NOV( NAMPA) Congolese Soukous and Rumba legend Awilo Longomba fondly recalled his first visit to Namibia with the late Aurlus Mabele and their iconic band, Loketo during a media conference at Avani Hotel.
(Photo: Esther Gabriel) NAMPA TV

Awilo and Namibia, a love story rekindled

NKURENKURU, 14 November 2024- The election officials busy with counting at Nkurenkuru Community Hall.
(Photo by: Lylie Joel)
NAMPA

Community no show for voter education meetings: Aushona

NKURENKURU, 22 November 2024- Deputy minister of industrialisation and trade Verna Sinimbo at horticulture conference in Nkurenkuru.
(photo by: Lylie Joel)
NAMPA

Kavango West Region going green

Chairperson of the Electoral Commision on Namibia Elsie Nghikembua at Media and observer press briefing (Photo: Justina Shuumbwa) NAMPA

ECN accredits 12 local and international observer missions for upcoming elections

Justina Shuumbwa

WINDHOEK, 22 NOV (NAMPA)- ECN Chief Electoral Officer Peter Shaama .( Photo by: Eba Kandovazu)

Elderly voters impress ECN

SOSSUSVLEI, 05 December 2016 - Sunrise at the Desert Homestead Outpost. (Photo by: Maqonda Ndlovu) NAMPA

ECN encourages observers to explore Namibia