Namibia Religion Newswire

NAMIBIANS GATHER FOR NATIONAL PRAYER DAY

Believers from various church denominations and faith communities gathered across Namibia for a National Prayer Day, breaking religious boundaries to intercede for national healing and social transformation. The gathering was held in response to a rise in …

Ou Brazho: Namibia’s Left-Handed Guitar Legend

Self-taught left-handed guitarist Immanuel ‘Brazho’ |Gomusab has shaped Namibian music by fronting legendary cover bands Black 5 and Silver Stars before opening for South Africa’s Harari. From Tsaobes settlement outside Otjimbingwe in the Erongo region to …

Haibothetically Speaking: Events in Namibia

So you organise an event, hire 10 performers, and we all assume the goal is to sell tickets. Then you throw your entire budget and promotional weight behind just one of them, because, well, it is your event and you supposedly know what you’re doing. Come …

GOVERNMENT TO TACKLE GBV, SUICIDE AND ROAD DEATHS

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced measures that the government will take to tackle gender-based violence, suicide and fatal road crashes.   Namibia, the President said, has strong laws to protect the citizens; however, there is a huge gap …

EMERGING PATHWAY TO WOMEN’S RENAISSANCE

 KATHLEEN OKAFOR urges women to take critical role in repositioning their votes before the forthcoming elections Over the years particularly since the Beijing Conference of September 1995, women generally have been asking for their right to equal …

MOURNERS BID FAREWELL TO LATE LAMECH MWANYANGAPO

Hundreds of mourners assembled at Oshikunda, Onavivi Village, in Ombalantu, to pay their final respects to the late Lamech Mwanyangapo, a veteran former employee of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC). Speaker after speaker who spoke earlier at …

RESTORATION CONCERT SET FOR 31 OCTOBER

The Restoration Concert, hosted by Project Never Walk Alone in partnership with the Namibia Tourism Board, is set to take place on 31st October at the Hage Geingob Stadium. To be held under the theme "Restoring Hope, One Shoe At A Time", the …

Mapped: The U.S. States Hit Hardest by Canada’s Tariffs

Where Are the World’s UNESCO Heritage Sites? Key Takeaways: Italy leads the world with 62 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, narrowly ahead of China with 61. Four European countries rank among the global top five: Italy, France, Germany, and Spain. India ranks …

Refinery: Why we pegged minimum IPO to 10 shares – Dangote

The President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has stated that the refinery pegged minimum Initial Public Offering (IPO) subscription to 10 shares to allow more participation from ordinary Nigerians. He spoke in Abuja on Thursday at the Investor …

Youth orchestras mark a decade of music

The Youth Orchestras of Namibia (Yona) will mark ten years of music education and youth empowerment with a special anniversary concert at the Dutch Reformed Church’s Moedergemeente in Windhoek on Saturday. Founded in 2016 to address a shortage of qualified …

BoN receives global financial inclusion leadership awards

WINDHOEK, 12 September 2026 - President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Vice President Lucia Witbooi, and Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare and members of parliament joined hundreds of Namibians at the Independence Arena to observe the National Day of Prayer. (Photo …

‘We’re all God’s people’

Gazza and Tate Buti in gospel show debate Afropop and traditional-fusion artist Tate Buti has defended his participation in an upcoming gospel show, as religious leaders and the public are debating the spiritual appropriateness of secular artists …

BISHOP DJUULUME HONOURS LATE BISHOP PATO

The Anglican Church in Namibia's Bishop Patrick Djuulume said the late retired Bishop Luke Pato was an international figure whose legacy was rooted in justice, reconciliation and peace. Pato died in South Africa on the 6th of September. Retired Bishop …

Pope Leo urges new bishops to be disciples first, shepherds second

Pope Leo XIV said the first task bishops must place before every other responsibility is to “remain with Jesus,” because, he emphasized, “we are bishops, but first and foremost we are disciples.” “To speak about him, we need to be with him; to lead his …

Diane Abbott MP, BBC Newsnight and the Pro-Israel ‘Racism Definition’ Moral Panic

Introduction Black British MP Diane Abbott has recently been readmitted to the UK Labour Party having been excluded for expressing – in historical terms – a fairly standard explanation of racism and the prevalence of the Black experience of it in …

A Cry for Safety and Institutional Protection for Queer Namibians

My name is Maria Del Rosario, formerly known to the world as Wendelinus, the first-ever crowned Mr. Gay Namibia. I am writing this letter from abroad, not just as a concerned spectator, but as someone who has dedicated her life to the visibility and …

Domestic violence protection orders to be served within 24 hours

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says protection orders issued under the Combating of Domestic Violence Act must be served within 24 hours, without exception. Nandi-Ndaitwah said this at Independence Arena in Katutura, Windhoek, during the National Prayer …

Balikbayan program: Names of 157 countries whose citizens can enter Philippines without visa

The Philippines published the full list of 157 countries whose citizens are eligible to enter under the Balikbayan Program when travelling with a former Filipino The Balikbayan Program was established under Republic Act 6768 and later amended by Republic …

Will Virat Kohli play World Cup 2027? Childhood coach delivers one-line verdict

The next big ICC trophy that India will eye to win is the ODI World Cup which is set to take place in 2027 in South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe. They will be looking to win the trophy that they last won in 2011, and narrowly missed out on in 2023. This …

M.A. SORIANO, CEO OF ARIUS TECH EU TO ATTEND HISTORIC 'AQVA' EXHIBITION INAUGURATION BY POPE LEO XIV AT THE VATICAN

MARCO ANTONIO SORIANO, CEO OF ARIUS TECHNOLOGY EUROPE AND THE SORIANO GROUP, TO ATTEND HISTORIC “AQVA” EXHIBITION INAUGURATION BY POPE LEO XIV AT THE VATICAN ROME, LAZIO, ITALY, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MARCO ANTONIO SORIANO, CEO OF …

Frank Igwealor Confronts the Contradiction Behind Christian Antisemitism: New Book, The God of Abraham, Isaac and Israel

Frank showed through Bible history that no one can coherently worship the God of the Bible while despising Israel, the people through whom He made Himself known LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frank Ikechukwu …

Satsang House Announces Fall Season of Meditation Potlucks and a Live Music Fire Ceremony in San Diego

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Satsang House, the meditation and spiritual center in the Del Mar area of San Diego, has opened its fall calendar with a run of community gatherings that welcome members and …

Child Care Biz Help, Together We Grow to Host Webinar on Church-Based Child Care Solutions in West Virginia

Free Oct. 6 webinar will help church leaders explore whether their facilities, mission and community needs could support child care programs SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Child Care Biz Help, a national …

AMMWEC National Coalition Against Antisemitism & Hate Extends Rosh Hashanah Greetings to Jewish Communities

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The AMMWEC National Coalition Against Antisemitism & Hate extends its warmest wishes for a happy Rosh Hashanah to Jewish people in the United States, Israel and …

AMMWEC Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11 by Standing with Victims' Families, Rejecting Extremism

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, the American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is honoring the nearly 3,000 …

Beyond Self-Improvement: Souls' Caregiver Encourages a Deeper Journey Into Self-Discovery

A new 28-day spiritual growth program encourages people to look within rather than continuously searching for external answers, techniques, and rituals. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world …

New Horizons of SWFL Celebrates 25 Years of Transforming Young Lives

From a small neighborhood ministry to thousands of students served, New Horizons marks 25 years of tutoring, mentoring, faith and hope in Southwest Florida. BONITA SPRINGS, FL, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Horizons of …

Franciscan Ministries Unveils Vision for The Providence, a New Life Plan Community in New York’s Capital Region

New community will combine hospitality, wellness, thoughtful design and a strong connection to the region ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Franciscan Ministries, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, …

Porter's Call Celebrates 25 Years with Evening of Stories

Porter’s Call celebrated 25 years of caring for the heart & soul of music at its annual fundraiser, Evening of Stories, presented by The Cook Family Foundation NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Porter’s …

Dr. Judith McAllister Announces New Project 'For Love's Sake,' Centered on the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

A Purple Butterfly Group Production slated for a 2027 release LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After nearly two decades away from new music, Dr. Judith McAllister, (Dr. J as she is affectionately known) celebrated …

Christian Theological Seminary Marks 10 Years of Faith & Action with Jason Reynolds

Christian Theological Seminary celebrates the 10th anniversary of its Faith & Action Project with New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Christian Theological …

NINETEEN MINUTES LATER: EMERGING FROM DENVER’S HAUNTED HISTORY

Denver's haunted history meets its homegrown sound. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Colorado’s alternative rock force Nineteen Minutes Later has long carried the emotional weight of Denver in its sound – its grit …

James Berry Releases Daniel's Apocalypse IV: The Beast, Arguing First-Century Israel Was the Beast of Biblical Prophecy

Fourth volume in a series on the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation argues the beast was not Rome, not a future Antichrist, and not an individual. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pastor James Berry has …

Ukrainian Ambassador Recognizes International Medical Relief for Continued Service to Ukrainians in Poland

IMR’s 97th Ukraine relief mission continues more than four years of humanitarian assistance and steadfast support for displaced Ukrainian families WARSAW, POLAND, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vasyl Bodnar, Ambassador Extraordinary …

المستشفى التخصصي ينضم إلى “شركاء التمكين” لصندوق الأمان نموذج لدور القطاع الصحي الأردني في المسؤولية المجتمعية

المستشفى التخصصي ينضم إلى “شركاء التمكين” لصندوق الأمان نموذج لدور القطاع الصحي الأردني في المسؤولية المجتمعية AMMAN, AMMAN, JORDAN, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- وقع صندوق الأمان لمستقبل الأيتام والمستشفى التخصصي اتفاقية شراكة ا …

PSA: Scam Alert

Senior Spotlight: Damien Mowatt

MacArthur Senior Damien Mowatt plays Center and Nose Guard on the Highlander football team. He used to play basketball and might wrestle this year. Before it was closed, he was also in Native American Club. Mowatt has two sports accomplishments he’s proud …

Food Isn't What It Used To Be Examines Health and Nutrition Through a Biblical Lens

Christine Andrew connects Scripture, nutrition, and modern food concerns to encourage more intentional choices about health, wellness, and personal stewardship. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Certified …

TheSinging.Bible Website Surpasses One Million Song Plays Within Two Weeks of Launch

TheSinging.Bible, launched on August 25, 2026, surpassed one million plays within two weeks of launch, with listeners in 198 countries without paid advertising. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TheSinging. …