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YMCA Namibia ignites a youth justice movement

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By Hilja Shikongo

The Young Men’s Christian Association of Namibia (YMCA Namibia) is stepping forward as a driving force for youth empowerment, social change, and climate resilience. Since its official registration in October 2022, the organisation has become one of Namibia’s most dynamic and fast-growing youth movements, now calling for stronger partnerships to uplift young people across the country.

legendary ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse to share jazz stage with local acts

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By Adolf Kaure

Two Namibian acts scheduled to perform at the 2025 Windhoek Jazz Festival are ready to blow fans away as they share the stage with legendary South African jazz artist Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse. Speaking to Confidente this week, Esme Katrikuru, known as Esme Songbird, said that sharing a stage with a legend like Hotstix is an honour and something out of the ordinary.

Rumble in the City - Celebrating Ma/Gaisa Legacy

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By Hilja Shikongo

As the city of Windhoek prepares to come alive this Saturday, all eyes turn to Zoo Park , the stage for one of the most powerful celebrations of Namibian music this year, Ma/Gaisa Rumble in the City.  The event promises more than just entertainment. It is a heartfelt reunion of generations, a salute to the legends, and a beacon of hope for the future of Namibian sound.

A QUARTER CENTURY OF UNSCR 1325

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By: Ambassador Selma Ashipala-Musavyi

I remember vividly the corridors of the United Nations in October 2000. During Namibia’s leadership of the Security Council in October, I carried with me the conviction that the world needed to view conflict differently. We had emerged from our own liberation struggle, a struggle during which women were not only victims but fighting side by side with our male combatants, leaders and even mediators. It was inconceivable to my colleagues and I that women should remain marginalised in the Council's deliberations on peace and security.

Ohlthaver & List shines at standards awards

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By Gerson M David

Ohlthaver & List Group, earned prestigious awards at the Namibia Standard Institute’s (NSI) award ceremony held on the 15th October 2025, in Windhoek. Three companies operated under O & L, demonstrated excellence across product manufacturing and service delivery sector.

More prospects brim for Namibian oil

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By Gerson David

There may be a green light for Namibia to step into the global energy scene, with the guiding pathway from successful exploration to early production, according to Kornelia Shilunga, Special Advisor and Head of the Upstream Petroleum Unit in the Presidency.  She made the remarks at the 2025 African Energy Week (AEW), in Cape Town South Africa, recently.

Namibians reflect on Trump’s world peace walk

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By Stefanus Nashama

Following United States President Donald Trump’s visit to Israel for the release of hostages from Gaza under a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, global and local reactions have poured in, with political analysts and lawmakers hailing the development as a potential turning point for peace in the Middle East.

ECN mobilises 21,000 to man 4,861 polling points

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By Stefanus Nashama

The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) says it has assembled 2,894 teams to manage 4,861 polling points across all 121 constituencies and 59 local authorities, ahead of the regional and local authority elections scheduled for November this year.
ECN spokesperson De Wet Siluka said the commission is also in the process of recruiting and training over 21,000 polling officials to ensure a smooth and credible election process.

Remembering John Savva

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By Patience Makwele

As Namibia mourns  the passing of prominent Walvis Bay businessman and philanthropist John Savva, who died on Saturday, 11 October, tributes have been extended by national leaders, including President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, former President Nangolo Mbumba, and former Erongo governor Neville Andre, who highlighted Sava’s contributions to business, diplomacy, and community development.