Windhoek could see the development of a new residential city in its northern locations under the proposed Monte Christo Affordable Housing Development.

More than 50,260 housing plots have been for residential area development purposes by private developers.

Norway is open to offering its experience in petroleum governance and resource management to Namibia.

This is as Namibia develops its oil and gas industry to the benefit of all its citizens.

Locally owned fuel company NASAN Energies is planning to expand outside retail fuel sales into mining and transport industries.

The company, which operates service stations countrywide, announced the expansion plans following a courtesy call on President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House.

The United Democratic Front (UDF) says the death of veteran politician Simson Tjongarero has left a leadership vacuum within the party.

This, the party says, is particularly at a time when experienced political mentors are needed to groom a new generation of leaders.

Namibia's economy has remained virtually stagnant for more than five years.

This is owing to a combination of factors that continue to add pressure on households, businesses, and government finances, and warnings are that recovery would take time.

Bureaucratic delays nearly cost Namibia a N$32 billion investment in strategic fuel infrastructure.

The Commonwealth has removed Gabon from its formal agenda after the country restored an elected constitutional government following the military coup of August 2023.

Africa must tear down trade barriers, simplify customs procedures and accelerate the movement of people and goods to unlock the continent's economic potential.

Bank of Namibia Governor Ebson Uanguta says the country's economic recovery faces increased pressure from foot-and-mouth disease, rising fuel costs and a widening trade deficit.

This is despite projections of economic growth of 2.1% this year.

Namibia says commitments under the United Nations' Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda remain difficult to implement while resources fall short.