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the board of directors in consultation with the Minister of ICT. This was announced in a press release issued on Friday by the NBC board chairperson Lazarus Jacobs. Reporter: Allexer Namundjembo Photo: Contributed #WindhoekObserver

BREAKING NEWS| The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) has appointed Menesiah Muinjo as its new director general, effective 1 April 2026, for a five-year term. She currently serves as the chief of news and programming. She succeeds Stanley Similo following the decision by

God bless,” he shared. Reporter: Renthia Kaimbi Photo: Jericho Gawanab

HITCHED| Namibian Hip Hop star Jericho Gawanab confirmed to the Windhoek Observer that he got married to business woman, Anita Tjombe earlier today. “No one wants to get old alone. Thank you God for providing me with a partner. It’s been a long road and I am thankful.

Nasan Energies (Pty) Ltd has received approval to acquire 52 Engen and Shell-branded fuel service stations across Namibia from Vivo Energy Namibia. The approval follows a public engagement process led by the Namibia Competition Commission. More than 100   f.mtr.cool/gsksfsfoaf

As Namibia marks its 36th Independence Anniversary on 21 March 2026, the nation rises in celebration, flags waving, anthems echoing, and memories of sacrifice honoured with pride. It is a moment of unity. A moment of dignity. A moment of remembrance. f.mtr.cool/htnsrxgcqm

Revenues from the fuel levy are not enough to support road development and maintenance in Namibia. This is according to the Namibia Country Strategy Paper for 2025 to 2030 released by the African Development Bank Group. The report says the transport secto f.mtr.cool/ffejoliopl

Momentum Group’s results for the six months ended 31 December 2025 show that Namibia contributed to growth in its Africa business. The group reported a recovery in its Africa segment. Operating profit moved from a loss of N$27 million in the previous observer24.com.na/namibia-lifts-…

continuous engagement with relevant authorities to ensure the platform remains safe for its customers. She added that, regarding permits, Yango operates within the e-hailing sector and is collaborating with its partners to ensure all requirements set by the Ministry are met.

Yango says it is working closely with its partners to ensure compliance with requirements set by the Ministry of Works and Transport. Speaking at a press conference in Windhoek today, Zanyiwe Asare, Yango’s head of public policy in Africa, said the company has maintained

Young Namibian Arvashni Gorases’ interest in numbers started when she was a teenager. What began as curiosity grew into a focus on problem-solving and helping others manage money. “I have always loved numbers and figuring out how they observer24.com.na/young-observer…

SNC Incorporated has been named Namibia’s National Law Firm of the Year at the IFLR Africa Legal Awards 2026, while its managing partner, Shakwa Nyambe, was awarded Lawyer of the Year for Namibia. The awards were held in Cape Town on Wednesday. observer24.com.na/snc-nyambe-win…

will be distributed to Namibia’s diplomatic missions worldwide as part of preparations for the country’s 36th Independence celebrations. Report: Allexer Namundjembo Pictures: MIRT #WindhoekObserver

Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has donated 420 cases of Windhoek Lager, including the newly introduced Windhoek Lager Non-Alcoholic variant. The consignment was received by Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Minister of International Relations and Trade on Thursday. The donated drinks

indicates that there are fatalities, with occupants trapped in the inferno that engulfed both vehicles. Emergency services are on the scene, but details are still emerging. Our thoughts are with the loved ones of those affected. The Police is yet release a full report.

A car accident occurred on the Okahandja-Otjiwarongo highway this evening. According to Sean Naude of Namibia Marshall Rangers , two vehicles collided head-on approximately 20-30km outside Okahandja towards Otjiwarongo earlier this evening. Naude said unconfirmed reports

National Democratic Party (NDP) leader and member of parliament Martin Lukato has tabled a motion in the National Assembly which calls on the government to track and arrest all suspects linked to the fishrot corruption case. observer24.com.na/lukato-demands…

National Democratic Party (NDP) leader and member of parliament Martin Lukato has tabled a motion in the National Assembly which calls on the government to track and arrest all suspects linked to the fishrot corruption case. observer24.com.na/lukato-demands…

The ||Karas region has become the 12th region in Namibia to have a vocational training centre. On Thursday, vice president Lucia Witbooi inaugurated the centre on Keetmanshoop Vocational Training in Keetmanshoop. She said the facility reflects the observer24.com.na/keetmanshoop-v…