10th Annual Event Underway In Gobabis

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The annual Namibian Defence Force (NDF) games have become a crucial platform for showcasing the talent, determination, and discipline of military personnel, according to Air Marshal Martin Kambulu Pinehas, Chief of the Defence Force.

Pohamba pays tribute to late liberation icon Solomon Hawala

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Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has paid tribute to the late liberation icon and former Namibian Defence Force chief, Solomon Hawala, who died recently aged 89.

Pohamba said Hawala's contribution to the nation's liberation will never be forgotten.

Former NDF Chief Solomon Hawala dies at 89

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Former Namibian Defence Force (NDF) Chief Solomon Hawala died this morning aged 89.

A statement by the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs says Jesus, as he was affectionately known, died at home at Ohakweenyanga in the Oshana Region.

NDF 35th anniversary parade

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged members of the Namibia Defence Force not to put the country's security at risk, calling for the highest level of discipline and professionalism.

NDF recalls medically fit candidates to report on Friday

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The NDF has announced that candidates who were previously declared medically fit in the regions but were left behind will now be required to report this Friday.

According to NDF Spokesperson Petrus Shilumbu, the individuals will undergo a medical examination before being cleared for training.

NDF to respond on Joel Velipufye recruit court order

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The spokesperson of the Namibian Defence Force, Colonel Petrus Shilumbu, said the NDF will only respond to the case in which a court ordered it to reinstate 19-year-old Joel Velipufye, who was removed from training, after studying the judgement.

Communities praise NDF flood relief efforts

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The Namibian Defence Force (NDF) has been commended for effectively assisting flood-hit communities in northern regions, where rising waters have cut off access to essential services.

The ongoing relief operation, launched last month, supports areas at high risk of waterborne diseases.