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October 8, 2026, 6:06 pm
Six SADC Countries Unveil Vulture Safe Zone Alliance
- [Namibian] Six southern African countries recently launched the Vulture Safe Zone Alliance and the Vulture Safe Zone guidelines, signalling an important step towards the protection of vultures in the region.
Two Namibian Cheetahs Left in India
- [Namibian] Only two cheetahs of the eight Namibia sent to India in 2022 are still alive, following the death of male cheetah Gaurav in late September.
What Is Namibia's New Plan for Climate Change?
- [Namibian] Namibia released its Third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) in September, laying out the country's plan to address climate change.
EU Supports Northern Namibia Beef Market Access
- [Namibian] The European Union says it supports efforts to allow Namibia's northern communal farmers to enter international markets if the regions attain disease-free status to export meat.
Lithium Company Loses Mining Licence
- [Namibian] The Chinese-owned lithium mining company Xinfeng Investment has lost its mining licence.
Mining Firms Outsource to Cut Costs, Boost Profits - Unionist
- [Namibian] Namibia's mining sector is facing scrutiny over its increasing use of contractors and temporary workers to perform work that is traditionally done by permanent employees.
Eight Years Later - Elizabeth Bay Mine Gets Fresh Lifeline
- [Namibian] Dutch private equity and special situations investor Kenzoll Capital has partnered with MSF Commercials to restart operations at the Sperrgebiet Diamond Mine, formerly known as the Elizabeth Bay Mine, near Lüderitz.
Pupkewitz Breaks Ground At Grootfontein
- [Namibian] The Pupkewitz Group has officially commenced the construction of a larger, modern Pupkewitz MegaBuild branch at Grootfontein, marking a further milestone in the group's long-term investment in Namibia's growth and development.
Namport Injects N$90 Million Into Football
- [Namibian] Namibia Ports Authority (Namport) chairperson Jerome Mouton today announced a historic sponsorship of N$90 million to the Namibia Football Association (NFA).
No Culling for FMD Cattle, Only Vaccinations - Zaamwani
- [Namibian] The government will not cull cattle affected by foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), with agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani confirming that vaccination is now the only viable option after the window for culling expired.
Sparky's Second Chance - From Electrocuted to Wild Again
- [Namibian] When Sparky arrived at the Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation (PCRF) in March this year, there was little certainty that the injured pangolin would survive.
Blockbuster Indoor Hockey Test Series in Store
- [Namibian] Namibian sport fans are in for a treat this weekend when African powerhouses, Namibia and South Africa (SA) square off in a five-match indoor hockey women's test series in the capital.
Namaseb Wants Desert Jewels World Cup-Ready
- [Namibian] Desert Jewels conditioning coach Charles Namaseb says Namibia must use the next 10 months wisely to prepare for the 2027 World Netball Cup in Australia.
All of Africa Today - October 7, 2026
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Namibia-Somaliland Diplomats Discuss Trade, Regional Cooperation
- [Horn Diplomat] Nairobi, Kenya, Oct 7 -- Namibia's Honorary Consul in Kenya, Said Ali, met Somaliland's representative to Kenya, Ambassador Dr. Mohammed Omar, on Wednesday for talks focused on trade, regional cooperation and diplomatic ties.
President Nandi-Ndaitwah Addresses Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak
- [Namibian] High-level address by H.E. Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, on the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak.
EU Suspends Beef Exports From Namibia Due to Foot and Mouth Disease
- [RFI] The largest market for Namibian beef, the European Union, announced it has suspended imports after an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, which wreaked havoc in Europe 25 years ago.
Bill Tabled to Tighten Namibia's Grip On Trade
- [New Era] International Relations and Trade Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi today tabled the International Trade Management Bill, 2026, in the National Assembly. It proposes an independent commission to oversee Namibia's tariffs and international trade matters.
High Court Blocks Whale Rock-Ohorongo Cement Merge
- [Namibian] The High Court has overturned the industries minister's decision to allow a merger between Namibia's two cement companies after the minister admitted to an administrative blunder that meant objections to the merger never reached him.
Namibia, SA Discuss Reopening Livestock Auctions
- [Namibian] South African animal health experts will be in Namibia on Friday for talks on the possible reopening of livestock auctions involving Namibian animals.
A Career in Property and Real Estate
- [Namibian] Real estate agent Loanjo Louw, who is also a law student and content creator, shares her experience in her career with Youth Central.
Mother Tongue Key to Primary School Success - Keetmans Teachers
- [Namibian] Grade 1 teachers are urging parents to enrol their children in mother-tongue schools and swap screen time for play to boost early academic development.
Childrens Experience At Windhoek Showgrounds
- [Namibian] The Windhoek Industrial and Agricultural Show, which started on Tuesday, 29 September and will be closing on 3 October has many attendees.
Top Pupils Represent Namibia At Continental Science Fair
- [Namibian] Two Namibian pupils represented the nation on the continental stage when they joined the brightest young minds from across Africa and the globe at the 2026 Eskom Expo for Young Scientists International Science Fair (ISF).
Making the Leap to University - Welcome to the Freedom Nobody Warned You About
- [Namibian] There is a certain excitement that comes with finishing high school. For years, you have been told where to be, when to submit your work, what subjects to take and, to some extent, what is expected of you. Then suddenly, university is waiting.
Where Business Leaders Are Made
- [Namibian] Business leaders are not made overnight. Leadership is developed over time through education and by being around those who are leading, as well as by gaining experience, discipline and learning from both success and failure.
FMD-Hit Farmers Must Still Pay Minimum Wage
- [Namibian] As they seek breathing room
Volschenk Shines At SA Schools MTB Final
- [Namibian] Qara Volschenk was Namibia's star performer at the South African Schools National MTB final at Stellenbosch over the weekend, winning two gold medals in the u14 sub junior girls category.
Namibian Wrestlers Excel At SA Youth Champs
- [Namibian] Namibia's youth wrestlers excelled to win a total of 22 medals at the South African Youth National Championships in Cape Town over the weekend.
NamPower Targets 70% Renewable Power By 2030
- [Namibian] Utility plans major solar, wind, battery projects
