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Social media has become the loudest courtroom in the modern world. A single post can elevate a person to fame or tear their reputation apart. The youth of today live in a digital age where opinions travel faster than facts and where outrage often feels like justice. In Namibia, as in many other places, names have trended on social media for all the wrong reasons. Business owners, influencers and public figures have faced public backlash for bad service, dishonesty, or misconduct. Yet as the lines blur between accountability and destruction, we must ask: are we building a fair society or…

Timbila glamping site There are places that feel like they were waiting for you to arrive. Places that slow your thoughts, steady your heartbeat and remind you that peace still exists beyond phone screens and deadlines. Timbila Glamping Site is one of those places. Tucked quietly in the folds of Namibia’s wild beauty, it offers a kind of escape that is not just physical but spiritual. For young travellers searching for meaning, rest and connection, this hidden gem feels like a rediscovery of what truly matters. Glamping, which is a combination of the words 'glamorous' and 'camping', is the bridge…

Renthia Kaimbi Katima Mulilo Town Council chief executive officer Raphael Liswaniso says he has appealed against his suspension without pay, calling the decision unfair and unclear. He said he submitted an appeal regarding his salary with the council’s administrator. The town council suspended Liswaniso with immediate effect on Tuesday. The suspension follows months of corruption allegations that have surrounded the council, including reports of land-for-vehicle “barter” deals and questionable public-private partnerships. The council said the decision was made to allow investigations to proceed without interference and in line with due process. “That one I have appealed. Why without pay? I…

Justicia Shipena The Chinese ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, says China supports Namibia’s goal of industrialisation and value addition.  Speaking at his second press meeting of the year at the Chinese Embassy in Windhoek on Wednesday, Weiping said China understands Namibia’s economic aspirations.  Four months ago, speaker of the National Assembly Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said China can support Namibia in adding value to its natural resources. “On value addition, China fully understands Namibia’s aspiration for industrialisation, modernisation, and value addition, which is very important for your economy. I think as time goes by, you may see more Chinese companies heading in…

Allexer Namundjembo The public has 14 days to submit written comments on new spectrum licence applications and tariff proposals published by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) in the latest government gazette, no. 8766, dated 23 October 2025. Cran invited public input on two major spectrum licence applications from Loc 8 Mobile (Pty) Ltd and Blue Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd under the Communications Act of 2009. Loc 8 Mobile, a 100% Namibian-owned company, has applied for a licence in the 3350–3400 MHz band with a 50 MHz bandwidth (TDD) to provide mobile services in the Otjozondjupa, Kunene, Oshikoto, Omaheke, Ohangwena…

Justicia Shipena Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security Lucia Iipumbu says the tendency of staff members to tell clients that their documents are waiting for her signature affects her mental health and concentration. Speaking during the workplace mental health and suicide prevention awareness session at the ministry's headquarters in Windhoek on Tuesday, Iipumbu said such actions, though seemingly minor, have serious effects on both staff and leadership well-being. “Do you know that the people you tell that the files are in my office follow me? Whether I’m in China or in Germany, they call me. Imagine you are…

Justicia Shipena  The National Housing Enterprise (NHE) aims to deliver 20 000 houses over the next five years.  This is part of its new integrated strategic business plan (ISBP) for 2024/25 to 2028/29, launched in Windhoek on Wednesday.  NHE chief executive officer Gisbertus Mukulu said the five-year plan comes as the enterprise realigns itself with national priorities.  “The success of this plan will require aligned efforts from leadership, management, and staff and collaboration from all our stakeholders," said Mukulu.  He said the ISBP serves as a roadmap built through reflection and collaboration, adding that strategy alone is not enough without…

Allexer Namundjembo Over 800 000 women have registered to vote in the upcoming regional and local authority elections set for 26 November 2025. The Electoral Commission of Namibia’s (ECN) final voters register shows that out of 1 499 449 registered voters, 808 419 are women and 691 080 are men.  This means women make up just over 54% of all registered voters. ECN chief electoral and referenda officer Peter Shaama said women have continued to show strong commitment to civic participation.  “Their dominance on the voters’ roll is not just a statistic; it’s a reflection of their leadership in community…

Justicia Shipena The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa, has ordered local authorities in the ||Kharas and Hardap regions to reverse their decisions to write off pensioners’ debts.  He said the move was carried out without ministerial approval and is therefore illegal. In a letter dated 24 October to Lüderitz mayor Ronnie McKay, Sankwasa said his ministry had learnt that several local authorities had written off pensioners’ debts without first seeking authorisation from his office, as required by law. Sankwasa’s order comes days after the ||Kharas and Hardap regional councils directed municipalities under their control to cancel pensioners’…