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Two Windhoek pupils have been suspended after attending a private Halloween gathering in blackface and wearing vests labeled k-ff-r 1 and k-ff-r 2. Images shared on social media prompted complaints from parents and widespread condemnation. One of the students, who competed as a sponsored...

A Windhoek resident is set to face the High Court on November 19 on three counts of fraud or theft and three counts of money laundering involving a total of N$3 million. Johan van Wyk, 45, was committed for trial after the matter was transferred from the Magistrate’s Court. Authorities allege he...

The government has expanded the National Youth Development Fund’s age eligibility from 35 to 45 years in a bid to stimulate entrepreneurship amid persistent unemployment and economic pressures. Although Namibia’s legal definition of youth remains 18 to 35, the Ministry of Finance updated the...

St John’s Faith Mission archbishop Julius Hoveka died Wednesday in Windhoek following a short illness. He had assumed the role on September 7 as successor to founding archbishop Petrus Shionbo, who died in 2023. Church spokesperson Uazenga Ngahahe confirmed Hoveka’s passing on Desert FM and said...

Erongo police have launched an inquiry into the unlawful killing of a specially protected black rhinoceros bull on a farm in the Omaruru district. Investigators believe the crime, which included the removal of the animal’s horns, took place sometime between December 2024 and October 16, 2025. No...

On Nov. 4, former Namibia University of Science and Technology spokesperson John Haufiku issued a public apology to the institution’s chief legal adviser, Joshua Kaumbi, for statements made during a broadcast interview that led to a defamation suit. Kaumbi filed a N$500,000 lawsuit in July 2023...

At a ceremony in London on November 2, Namibia was announced Africa’s top adventure travel destination at the 2025 Africa Tourism Awards. The event, known as the Balearica Awards, praised the country’s dedication to sustainable practices, authentic African experiences, and community benefits...

On Monday, 10 November, the Electoral Court is scheduled to hand down its decision on a petition from the Khomas Residents and Rate Payers Association seeking to take part in the Windhoek City Council election set for 26 November. A panel led by Deputy Judge President Hannelie Prinsloo, with...

South African consumers report significant mental health impacts from financial pressures, according to the 2025 Cumulate Financial Resilience Index released Wednesday. The survey of 6,800 income-earning adults found 29 percent experienced relationship strain, sleep disruption, and reduced work...

U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will skip the upcoming Group of Twenty summit in Johannesburg, criticizing South Africa's policies and questioning its membership in major economic forums. Speaking at a Miami business event, Trump claimed the nation was moving in a negative direction and...

Omuthiya market traders marched to Oshikoto governor Sacky Kathindi's office on Tuesday, demanding action against unlicensed Angolan vendors. Group representative Hilaria Shikongo presented a petition citing severe income losses since foreign traders increased after pandemic restrictions eased...

A German palliative care nurse received a life sentence Thursday for killing ten patients and attempting to kill twenty-seven others at a Wuerselen hospital between late 2023 and mid-2024. The Aachen court determined his actions showed exceptional severity, blocking potential early release after...

African Union observers determined Tanzania's October 2025 elections violated democratic norms, citing manipulated voting procedures, nationwide internet restrictions, and security force aggression against protesters. The monitoring team reported these actions undermined electoral credibility...

Vodacom resolved its 24-year dispute with Nkosana Makate regarding the Please Call Me service through an out-of-court agreement finalized on November 4, 2025. The telecommunications firm confirmed the settlement ended prolonged litigation that began when Makate introduced the feature in 2001...

A Balaka community faces severe living conditions due to unauthorized mining activities by Portland Cement Malawi Limited, according to the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives. CDEDI reported homes with structural damage, leaking roofs, and hazardous airborne debris near...

Malawi's government halted purchasing new vehicles and high-value equipment for the 2025/2026 budget year to curb spending. Secretary Justin Saidi announced the freeze alongside suspended staff recruitment and promotions across all public agencies through a directive to department heads...

Balaka authorities detained seven individuals suspected of illegally storing fuel during a November 5, 2025, enforcement operation. Police spokesperson Inspector Gladson Mbumpha identified the suspects, all Balaka residents aged 18 to 71, who allegedly possessed gasoline and diesel without legal...

Seventh-day Adventist Church authorities filed suit against Bangwe congregants at Blantyre High Court over disputed church property occupation. Court documents show trustees seek possession of two land parcels and 700,000 kwacha monthly compensation from March 2025 until vacating. The legal...

Super League officials initiated probes Thursday regarding the improper cancellation of Wednesday's Mighty Wanderers versus Ekhaya football match. General Secretary Williams Banda stated referees failed mandatory protocols requiring 40 minutes of waiting and league consultation before ending...

Malawi Congress Party spokesperson Jessie Kabwila drew criticism for condemning police actions against 17 suspects charged with political violence. Critics argued her stance ignores victims' suffering, recalling attacks during prior MCP governance when dissenters faced assault. They noted...