By Kaipaherue Kandjii

The Presidency, through its Upstream Petroleum Unit, has successfully concluded nationwide public consultations on the draft National Upstream Petroleum Local Content Policy, engaging communities across the country to shape Namibia’s petroleum future.  The initiative aimed to ensure broad participation and inclusivity in the formulation of a policy that will guide the management, development, and distribution of benefits from the domestic oil and gas sector.

By Jeremiah Ndjoze

The Chinese government has reiterated its willingness to deepen the friendship between Namibians and the People’s Republic of China through continued developmental assistance and support to the limits of its capabilities – while carrying out more people-oriented projects that will directly benefit the masses.  This revelation was made by Chinese Ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping. The ambassador made these remarks recently, as the two countries commemorate 35 years of partnership and bilateral relations.  

By Kaipaherue Kandjii

Starting 20 September 2025, diners at all Block House steak restaurants in Germany will be able to enjoy premium Namibian rumpsteak, marking a major milestone for Namibia’s beef industry. Renowned for being free-range, grass-fed, and sustainably produced across Namibia’s vast farmlands, Namibian beef is the only African beef approved for export to both the United States and Europe. Its arrival in Germany underscores a growing international reputation for quality and sustainability.

By Stefanus Nashama

By Jeremiah Ndjoze

As the Swapo party’s campaign to reclaim constituencies lost during the last local and regional authority elections gain momentum, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged prospective councillors to refrain from pushing petitions inspired by waywardness and self-seeking agendas.  She made these remarks during her maiden address of the Swapo Central since her election to the party presidency at the Extraordinary Congress in March 2025. 

By Stefanus Nashama

Shifting geopolitical dynamics and alarm marked by uncertainty, diminishing global security, and stability as well as rising economic protectionism, were among the forces that propelled the appointment of new ambassadors. Announcing the appointment of the fresh crop of Namibian heads of missions, President Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah said she has carefully “considered appointing the ambassadors on their experience to navigate bilateral relations during their time of appointment”.

By Stefanus Nashama

The wife of the late Namibian liberation icon Andimba Toivo ya Toivo, says the gesture by South Africa to honour her husband with a statue on Robben Island is a recognition for all Namibians and those who contributed in various efforts the country’s armed liberation struggle. 

By Michael Uugwanga

By Michael Uugwanga

WHILE  boxing has historically been male-dominated with significant past stigma against women, today it is recognized as a powerful fitness option for all genders and continues to evolve.  Boxing is now an inclusive sport with growing female participation. In Namibia, the number of female boxers might to be that high when comparing to other African countries, due to the restrictions of women participations, especially when it comes to the professional, unlike at the amateur level.

By Patience Makwele

A marine biologist, Josephine Edwards has carved a place for herself in one of Namibia’s previously male-dominated industries. With an Honours degree in Fisheries and Aquatic Science from the University of Namibia (UNAM) and a Master’s in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology from the University of the Western Cape, she leads with the ichthyoplankton in the country’s marine ministry.