The Namibian

The Namibian holds the title of being Namibia's biggest daily newspaper. It is available in both English and Oshiwambo languages.

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Trump says he has 'no intention of firing' Fed boss

1 day ago | namibian.com.na | João da Silva

US President Donald Trump says he has “no intention of firing” Jerome Powell after repeatedly criticising the head of the Federal Reserve. But he added that he would like Powell to be “a little more active” when it comes to cutting interest rates. Speaking in the Oval Office on Tuesday, Trump also said he is optimistic about improving trade relations with China.
Malaria reinfection cases on the rise in Zambezi

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Mercy Karuuombe

The Zambezi regional health directorate has urged residents to continue taking preventative measures after malaria treatment to avoid being infected again. The region has reported about 1891 new cases this week, bringing the total malaria cases to 15 371, 14 deaths, and 626 hospital admissions since January. Health director Woita Kapumburu told The Namibian yesterday that though this week they have seen a slight decrease in new infections, they are concerned about the spike in reinfections.
Newspaper Cup champions in challengers’ crosshairs

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Sheefeni Nikodemus

The Khomas and Omusati regions can expect to have their hands full at Outjo over the next four days, fending off rivals who have designs on claiming their Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup titles. The defending netball and football champions say they are prepared for whatever their challengers throw at them. In the netball section, Khomas have a sizeable target on their back as they bid to win an unprecedented fourth consecutive Newspaper Cup.
Newspaper Cup: A conveyor belt of Namibian gems

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Sheefeni Nikodemus

If you are looking to witness the unearthing of the latest football or netball gems up close and personal, then Outjo is the place to be this Easter weekend. For four days, these raw gems are expected to illuminate the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, an “epic platform”, in the words of Brave Warriors head coach Collin Benjamin, who will be keenly following the proceedings.
Unam appeals for body donations to train Namibian doctors

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Puyeipawa Nakashole

The University of Namibia (Unam) is calling on Namibians to donate their bodies to be used by medical students during their studies. The university says so far 11 individuals have pledged to contribute to the Unam School of Medicine through donating their corpses for research purposes. Unam School of Medicine spokesperson Simon Namesho says the institution has seen a notable increase in public interest in body donations since receiving its first Namibian cadaver in 2024.
Coetzee, Greeff cap great cycling weekend

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Helge Schutz

Drikus Coetzee and Anri Greeff capped a great weekend’s cycling by winning the Nedbank Cycle Challenge on Sunday. It was the 40th anniversary of the iconic race which saw a fine turnout of about 500 riders participating in perfect weather conditions. In the men’s 100km race, Coetzee’s Hollard team mate Theuns van der Westhuizen broke away early, but Coetzee hauled him in and the two gradually increased their lead to finish well ahead of the chasing pack.
14 plead not guilty in N$9m crypto scam

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Werner Menges

Fourteen accused persons alleged to have been involved in an international online investment scam that was run from Namibia have denied guilt on 222 charges during their latest court appearance. The 14 accused pleaded not guilty on all of the charges they are facing during an appearance before magistrate Monica Andjaba in the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court on Thursday. None of the accused gave a plea explanation to the court or made any admissions on the charges.
Stalled justice frustrates family in Ingrid Maasdorp murder case

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Puyeipawa Nakashole

The family of Ingrid Maasdorp (5), who was raped and murdered at Okahanjda in March, say they are losing faith in the Namibian Police, with the perpetrator still at large. According to Maasdrop’s grandmother, Dolly Maasdrop (54), who raised the deceased since birth, Ingrid was allegedly dropped off at KW von Marees Combined School at Okahandja on the morning of 20 March but never returned home.
Trump’s 'white genocide' narrative casts doubt on G20 attendance

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Sherwin Bryce-Pease

In a late-night post, United States (US) president Donald Trump has again cast aspersions on South Africa’s land question and cast greater doubt on his attendance at the G20 Summit later this year. Taking to Truth Social, Trump questioned whether they could be expected to go to South Africa for the G20 when “land confiscation and genocide” was the primary topic of conversation.
Namibia miss out on home junior World Cup

1 week ago | namibian.com.na | Sheefeni Nikodemus

The Walvis Bay Salt Eagles “gave it their all”, but it was not enough to secure a spot at next year’s ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, which Namibia will co-host with Zimbabwe. Namibia were pipped to the World Cup ticket by Tanzania going five matches unbeaten to take the African regional qualification spot for the global tournament. The Eagles’ 17-run loss to Tanzania seven days ago proved the telling moment of an otherwise flawless qualifying campaign in Nigeria.