Venezuela condemns Trump’s airspace remarks

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The Embassy of Venezuela in Namibia has condemned recent statements by US President Donald Trump about closing the airspace around Venezuela. 

Ambassador Malagay Henriquez said the statements constitute an openly colonialist threat against the sovereignty of Venezuela. 

PDM praises electoral commission for improved election management

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The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has commended the Electoral Commission of Namibia for improvements in the management of the recent elections.

The party, however, expressed concern over 'serious delays' in the release of results.

Modestus Amutse appointed new minister of Industries, Mines and Energy

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Modestus Amutse as the new Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, effective 2 December 2025.

Amutse took over from Frans Kapofi, who had been acting in the position since the dismissal of Natangue Ithete in October.

Similo urges unity as NBC tenure ends

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As his tenure at the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation draws to a close, Director General Stanley Similo urged staff members to remain united and to embrace change as the organisation moves forward.

Construction and renovations begin at Suiderlig Secondary School

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The construction of a new fence and the renovation of hostels at Suiderlig Secondary School in Keetmanshoop has commenced.

Vice President Lucia Witbooi officiated over the groundbreaking ceremony marking the commencement of the construction for a new fence and the renovation of hostels at the school.