Namibia’s capacity to treat substance abuse remains limited, as the country currently has only one state rehabilitation facility serving all 14 regions.

Government officials, business leaders and economists gathered in Windhoek on Wednesday morning for the Annual Budget Dialogue 2026, where speakers reflected on Namibia’s recently tabled 2026/27 National Budget and the role it will play in shaping the country’s economic future.

Namibia's High Commissioner to Zambia, Goms Menette, says the influx of students studying in Zambia demonstrates the historical friendship that exists between the two sister countries. 

Three suspects arrested for shooting and injuring an elephant at Omugulugwombashe village in the Omusati region last week were granted bail of N$800 each during their first appearance in the Okahao Magistrates Court.

As heavy rains persist in the Zambezi region, residents of Sibbinda Constituency have found themselves flooded in their homesteads.

Residents say food and household appliances are damaged by the water, while the daily operation of schools and local businesses in the area is also affected.