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Brown is beautiful: what Namibia’s capital Windhoek can teach African cities as they get hotter and drier

Many African cities have started drawing up climate plans. These promise cooler streets, urban forests and green roofs on buildings. This urban climate adaptation has become an urgent priority.

The Conversation

Four years of Project Cheetah: 52 thriving, 32 born in India

Project Cheetah in India has successfully reintroduced cheetahs, reaching a population of 52. Thirty-two cheetahs were born in the country, marking a significant breeding success. Cheetahs have expanded from Kuno National Park to Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary. The program aims to establish a comprehensive, long-term cheetah meta-population across India. Future plans…

The Economic Times

US phases out $45M annual support for Namibia HIV program

The United States plans to phase out financial support for Namibia's HIV response programs

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Angelina Jolie-backed wildlife sanctuary is fighting to save 217 animals in Namibia; lions, leopards and African wild dogs are at the centre

At a wildlife sanctuary east of Namibia’s capital, the fate of more than 200 animals became entangled in a dispute over permits, captive breeding and the rules governing rescued wildlife. N/a’an ku sê Foundation, an organisation known for taking in injured, orphaned and problem animals, was facing scrutiny from the…

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Old people in Namibia are going into debt to pay for everyday costs – new report examines strained household budgets

Your grandmother in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, is struggling to breathe. You call the public ambulance service, but you’re told it could take more than 24 hours to arrive, if it comes to your area at all. So you make the only call that might actually save her: the…

The Conversation

Namibia to rebury remains of political prisoners returned by South Africa

Two Namibian colonial-era political prisoners, whose remains were returned by South Africa last week, are to be reburied in Namibia as part of Wednesday’s Heroes Day ceremonies. They are among a group of Namibians who died in South Africa under apartheid or during the colonial period and whose remains have…

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Namibia paves way for phosphate mining in the Atlantic Ocean

Namibia has granted environmental clearance for an offshore phosphate mining project that paves the way for the world's first commercial seabed-dredging operation for the mineral, despite opposition from green groups and the fishing industry.

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In 1994, a zoologist began giving Namibian farmers guard dogs; some farms reported livestock losses falling by 80-100%, reducing pressure to kill predators

Namibian farmers now use livestock-guarding dogs to protect their animals from predators. This program, started in 1994, has significantly reduced livestock losses for farmers. The dogs deter predators like cheetahs and leopards without harming them. Research shows these dogs are an effective method for livestock protection. This approach allows wildlife…

The Times of India

Elephant Infrasound: The Seismic Rumble of Communication Scientists Are Still Mapping

The discovery that changed everythingIn 1984, a musician named Katy Payne was standing near the elephant enclosure at Washington Park Zoo in Portland, Oregon, when she felt a throbbing in the air, not heard, felt. The sensation reminded her of sitting near a pipe organ during the lowest pedal notes.…

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What India's Cheetah Reintroduction at Kuno National Park Has Taught Science About Rewilding a Predator

The biology that made this harder than anyone admitted publiclyThe African cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is not the same animal as the Asiatic cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus venaticus) that once ranged across India. The subspecies diverged genetically tens of thousands of years ago. When the Wildlife Institute of India and the National…

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In 1908, diamonds brought sudden wealth to Namibia’s desert. By 1956, Kolmanskop had become a ghost town

In 1908, a railway worker clearing sand beside a track in what is now Namibia noticed something unusual: stones that caught the sunlight. His German supervisor, August Stauch, recognised the discovery as diamonds, setting off a rush that would transform one of southern Africa’s harshest landscapes. Within months, prospectors and…

The Times of India

India sets sail to add more trade muscle as it signs PTA terms with SACU

India and the Southern African Customs Union signed terms to start trade negotiations. This move revives talks after previous rounds stalled between 2002 and 2010. New Delhi seeks tariff relief for key export sectors like automobiles and pharmaceuticals. The union comprises South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, and Eswatini. These renewed…

The Economic Times

Green comet caught soaring over Namibia | Space photo of the day for Aug. 12, 2026

A shot so spectacular it will leave other astrophotographers green with envy.

Space

Afghanistan seal 2027 World Cup berth, West Indies to go through qualifiers again

Afghanistan has secured automatic qualification for the 2027 Cricket World Cup. This victory means the West Indies must now enter the qualifying tournament. They are ranked tenth and cannot improve their position before the deadline. The 2027 event will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

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India, South Africa-led SACU group may ink terms of reference for negotiating trade pact on Aug 12

India and the SACU group will sign terms of reference for trade talks. Negotiations for a preferential trade agreement are expected to begin soon. South Africa is India's largest trading partner within the SACU bloc. Bilateral trade between India and South Africa saw a dip last fiscal year. Other SACU…

The Economic Times

This ‘rock’ in Namibia is actually a plant that plays dead, fewer than 200 are left

This ‘living stone’ plant in Namibia looks like a rock and plays dead to survive. Fewer than 200 remain as the rare species faces extinction. The rare pebble-sized plant, Lithops werneri, survives in only one small patch of the Erongo Mountains. Its population has drastically declined by over 80% since…

The Economic Times

"Return of World Cup to Africa after 24 years a landmark milestone": ICC chairman Jay Shah

The 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. This marks the tournament's return to Africa after a 24-year absence. Johannesburg hosted the official unveiling of the tournament's brand and venues. The event will feature 14 teams and a new three-stage format. This prestigious…

The Economic Times

In 1533, a Portuguese ship loaded with gold, silver and other treasures was heading to India. It was found in Namibia nearly 500 years later by a diamond mining company, but without any trace of its crew

A 16th-century Portuguese ship, the Bom Jesus, was found buried beneath Namibian desert sands. This remarkably preserved wreck yielded a valuable cargo of gold, copper, and ivory. Thousands of coins and copper ingots were recovered from the ancient vessel. Elephant tusks from West Africa highlighted extensive trade networks of the…

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Jon McConnell chasing Commonwealth Games treasure after rejecting Love Island

Before these Commonwealth Games, Northern Irish boxer Jon McConnell made headlines for turning down the 13th season of Love Island

The Times of India

A diamond mining operation uncovered a 500-year-old Portuguese shipwreck filled with gold and ancient secrets

Along Namibia’s remote Atlantic coastline, where endless desert meets one of the world’s most dangerous seas, a forgotten piece of history lay buried beneath the sand for nearly 500 years. What began as a routine diamond mining operation near Oranjemund turned into one of Africa’s most remarkable archaeological discoveries when…

The Conversation

Why children learn English more easily with the help of their home language – Namibian study

Across Africa, millions of children grow up speaking African languages at home but are later expected to learn through English, French or Portuguese at school. This transition can make learning difficult, particularly when learners are required to understand new concepts in a language they are still developing.

The Economic Times

ICC's revamped ODI World Cup format comes under intense criticism from Associates, WCA

Associate nations and players criticise the ICC's new ODI World Cup format. The World Cricketers' Association expressed concerns over transparency and consultation processes. Captains from Scotland, Netherlands, and Namibia highlighted reduced opportunities for emerging teams. They believe this hinders global cricket growth and player development. Players advocate for meaningful consultation…

The Guardian - UK

Cricket World Cup in fresh shake-up with India v Pakistan double on cards

The men’s Cricket World Cup will undergo yet another revamp when it takes place in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia next year

The Conversation

Who was Andimba Toivo ya Toivo? The Namibian leader who chose justice over power

Celebrated Namibian liberation leader Andimba Toivo ya Toivo played an important role in his country’s development. Beyond Namibia, however, he remains unknown to many.

The Guardian - UK

It’s no surprise that an AI-faked presidential speech condemning foreign exploitation went viral – the world is suffering from a leadership vacuum

Attributed to the president of Namibia, the speech is still being shared as citizens across Africa and the Caribbean cry out for moral leaders willing to speak uncomfortable truths

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