The Namibian Defence Force (NDF) has commenced the pre-selection process for candidates shortlisted for the current intake.

Over 240 shortlisted candidates took part in the series of basic training tests at Katima Mulilo.

Almost three weeks into the new academic year, the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture is still addressing overcrowded classrooms and a 29.5% increase in candidates, which amounts to 12,031 learners who qualified for the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level for this year.

The Swapo Party's Oshana branch held a self-introspection following the recently held Presidential and National Assembly Elections, which saw an 11% decrease in support.

Unrehabilitated sand mining pits continue to pose a threat to both human lives and those of their livestock in many areas in north-central Namibia.

There are efforts to safeguard the integrity of electronic transactions and support the growth of a robust and inclusive digital economy.