Namibia joins National Women's Shutdown in solidarity with South Africa

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Women and men across the country today participated in the National Women's Shutdown Namibia, a coordinated silent lie-down held in solidarity with Women for Change in South Africa. 

The 15-minute standstill called on the government to declare gender-based violence and femicide a national disaster.

Ministry pledges to expand ICT access nationwide

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The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology has affirmed the government's commitment to bridging the digital divide by expanding access to ICT services across all regions. 

National Assembly updates progress of 2025 Bills

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The National Assembly has issued an update on the progress of Bills handled during the 2025 session, following enquiries from the media about legislation currently before the House.

Woman killed in suspected crocodile attack in Mukwe

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A suspected crocodile attack has claimed the life of a woman at Thibanana Village in Mukwe, Kavango East Region.
 
The incident reportedly occurred on Tuesday afternoon when 47-year-old Othilia Mandera went to fetch water from the Kavango River, just a few metres from her home. 

First Gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah visits UNAM Keetmanshoop Campus

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First Gentleman Epaphras Ndaitwah visited the University of Namibia's (UNAM) campus in Keetmanshoop on Wednesday, where he engaged with the management staff and students.

The First Gentleman interacted with the management staff and students. 

Khorixas residents ready to vote despite regional challenges

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The residents of Khorixas say they are ready to cast their votes despite the challenges they face in the region. 

The sensitive material arrived, and the Regional Electoral Officer for the Kunene Region, Mike Nganjone, noted that preparations are progressing smoothly ahead of both polling days.

Maltahöhe residents gear up for Regional Councils and Local Authorities Elections

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Residents of Maltahöhe in the Hardap Region are ready to vote in the upcoming Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections.

However, they expressed concern about infighting in the village council while those at the grassroots suffer. NBC Reporter Selima Henock gave an update from the southern town.