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The Ministry of Finance has declared that NamPost will become the official provider of cash social grant payments from 1 October 2025. This transition aims to improve access and streamline payment systems nationwide, especially in rural and underserved areas. Ministry spokesperson Wilson Shikoto explained this move aligns with government efforts to modernise payments and enhance financial inclusion through NamPost’s robust network across the country. play_arrow NamPost to handle nationwide cash […]

BW Energy and NAMCOR E&P have secured the Deepsea Mira rig to drill the Kharas appraisal well on the Kudu licence in the Orange Basin. Scheduled for the second half of 2025, the drilling is part of a rig-sharing arrangement designed to boost local content. NAMCOR spokesperson Paulo Coelho said the move is a vital step toward developing the Kudu gas field and improving the country’s energy independence. play_arrow BW […]

Over 500 homeless people continue to live at the Katutura Youth Complex despite Deputy Minister Dino Ballotti’s pledge three months ago to relocate them, Selma Taapopi for NewsOnOne reports. The plan, agreed upon in April with the /Khomas regional governor and City officials, sought to restore Windhoek’s stadiums to their intended use. However, no action has been taken, and the facilities’ condition continues to worsen. play_arrow Ballotti’s Relocation Pledge Unfulfilled […]

  A new survey from Old Mutual Namibia has revealed that 52% of the country’s working population feels under financial stress, with nearly one-third reporting adverse effects on their mental and physical health. Based on responses from over 650 employed adults, the financial strain stems from rising living costs, stagnant wages, and mounting responsibilities, including caring for both children and adult dependents. Many workers rely on informal side hustles or […]

By: Josia Shigwedha At least five notorious Windhoek robbers were arrested on Tuesday afternoon. Namibian police spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi confirmed that the suspects are all wanted in connection with four armed robberies and a murder. Shikwambi said that Elias Haifete (39) is responsible for  the murder of 39 year old Fiina Nghifikwa in Wanaheda, Kigali Street last week. The other arrested suspects include Simon Lukas, also known as Bigshow, […]

The Education Ministry, in collaboration with the African Union, European Union, and UNICEF, is hosting a two-day symposium in Outjo focused on addressing learning poverty. According to minister Sanet Steenkamp, the event launches the “End of Learning Poverty for All in Africa” campaign under the theme “Eradicating Learning Poverty, a National Priority,”.  play_arrow Outjo Symposium Targets Learning Poverty in Africa Leonard Witbeen   Views: 3The post Outjo Symposium Targets Learning […]

The postal service says it has noted serious allegations circulating online involving pensioner Petrina Sikela. According to Marketing and Communications Practitioner Gladwin Groenwaldt, the company immediately launched an investigation upon learning of the issue and reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the integrity of its services. play_arrow NamPost Probes Social Media Claims  Leonard Witbeen Views: 2The post NamPost Probes Social Media Claims  first appeared on Future Media News.The post NamPost Probes […]

Namibia achieved a 73.2% score in the International Telecommunication Union‘s 2025 ICT Development Index (IDI), surpassing regional counterparts and even beating out larger economies such as Kenya and Nigeria. The score reflects improvements in access, infrastructure, and affordability across the country. Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN), Mufaro Nesongano, attributed the achievement to comprehensive digital policy reforms and the government’s rural-focused 4G […]

Ohangwena region Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa has called for the deployment of more social workers and psychological counsellors across constituencies to support communities faced with growing socioeconomic pressures linked to an increase in suicides. During a recent address, she said that “people are finding it difficult to deal with the socioeconomic pressures they experience daily,” warning that without decisive action, the region faces an ongoing tragedy of young professionals and public servants […]