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Ndalikutya Shonena, the former Independent Patriots for Change candidate for the Ogongo constituency, has resigned from the party, citing a lack of logistical and financial support from its leadership. Shonena stated that his decision came after being forced to walk 25 kilometers to attend an...

The suspended chief executive of the Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music, Albert Nicanor, has announced his intention to sue the organization. He claims his recent suspension was unprocedural and violated his rights. The Nascam board stated the action was a neutral measure to...

A new parliamentary report has found that Namibia requires three billion Namibian dollars to effectively address its national housing shortage, a figure that triples the current government allocation. The report from the National Council Standing Committee on transport, infrastructure, and...

A senior Namibian official, Justice and Labour Relations Executive Director Audrin Mathe, removed a social media post that contained a racially insensitive joke. He had posted a photo of himself with two other individuals, labeling them with a highly offensive racial slur. This action referenced...

The Namibian government and the Dutch firm TerraWatt have begun construction on a 50-megawatt solar power facility. Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy Gaudentia Kröhne announced the project's launch during a recent groundbreaking ceremony at Astra farm in the Omaheke region. Kröhne...

Namibian police are investigating a case of murder and concealment of birth after a newborn's body was discovered near Swakopmund Secondary School. A security guard patrolling the area found the infant inside a plastic bag on Saturday evening. Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi reported that...

The Society for Advocates of Namibia has warned that a nationwide magistrates' strike is severely disrupting the justice system and endangering the public's right to access courts. Magistrates are reporting to work but are not presiding over criminal or civil cases or conducting trials. The...

The Electoral Court in Windhoek has rejected an application from the Khomas Residents and Rate Payers Association, which sought to compel the Electoral Commission of Namibia to register its candidates for the upcoming city council election. The court ruled it lacked jurisdiction to hear the...

A 30-year-old woman drowned in the Kavango River on Sunday after a canoe capsized during a fishing trip. The victim, identified as the mother of three, Aune Hakusama, was returning from Angola with a group of five other women when the accident occurred. Police Chief Inspector Raimbert Muronga...

Vendors at Karonga Market report that post-election violence in neighboring Tanzania has caused a sharp increase in agricultural goods prices. Market Chairperson Godwin Ghambi explained that the instability has prevented traders from crossing the border to source produce, creating local...

Students intending to benefit from the government's free education program beginning in January risk missing the 2026 national examinations if they do not register by the December 15. The Malawi National Examinations Board has opened registration for all exam candidates, noting that only public...

Second Vice President Enock Chihana conducted a surprise inspection of the Regional Immigration Office in Mzuzu. He observed operations and spoke with staff and citizens awaiting passports, commending officers for their dedication under difficult conditions while also warning against corrupt...

First Capital Bank has contributed 210 million kwacha to Malawi's national food relief initiative. CEO Agness Jazza presented the donation to the Department of Disaster Management Affairs in Lilongwe, stating the bank is committed to supporting vulnerable communities during a period of acute...

The legal team for parliamentary candidate George Zulu has expressed dissatisfaction with a High Court ruling that orders the Malawi Electoral Commission to declare a winner for the Mtandire-Mtsiriza constituency. Zulu's lead lawyer, Senior Counsel Pempho Likongwe, stated they disagree with the...

Second Vice President Enock Chihana visited Nkhata Bay District for a meeting with local leaders and business representatives. He was received by District Commissioner David Gondwe and traditional authorities, including Senior Chief Mkumbira, who welcomed the dialogue as vital for cooperation...

The Human Rights Defenders Coalition has voiced serious alarm over prolonged shortages of fuel, water, and electricity in Malawi. In a public statement, the organization characterized these crises as a major breach of fundamental human rights protected by the national constitution. It reported...

Malawian Vice President Jane Mayemu Ansah met with World Bank Regional Vice President Ndiame Diop to discuss the country's socio-economic development. The November 10 meeting at Capital Hill in Lilongwe focused on collaboration in sectors including education, health, and infrastructure. Vice...

The National Bank of Malawi has launched the Mo626 Varsity Games with a 1.58 billion kwacha investment, establishing a major platform for student athletes. Marketing and Corporate Affairs Manager Akossa Hiwa announced that the initiative will include basketball, football, and netball...

A K15 million donation from United General Insurance will provide vocational training for sixty vulnerable young women in Mzimba. The funds will support a Development Aid from People to People Malawi fashion and design program at a local technical college. United General Insurance CEO Grant...

The Mzimba Civil Society Network has demanded a full forensic investigation into the arrest of a man found with undocumented medical drugs. In a Sunday statement, the coalition insisted that Mzimba authorities must determine the origin of the seized supplies, suggesting they were likely diverted...