Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) leader McHenry Venaani says the mid-year budget fails to adequately address the cost of living, housing, sanitation and challenges facing farmers.

Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus has backed the Appropriation Amendment Bill, arguing that the revised budget reflects the economic and fiscal pressures facing Namibia.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is urging Namibian businesses to invest in local production, value addition and innovation to boost industrial growth and create jobs.

The NBC's Director General, Menesia Muinjo, has called for media inclusion during a meeting with visually impaired and disabled communities at Rundu.

Despite technical constraints in the Kavango regions, Muinjo committed to launching a dedicated TV and radio programme to champion their voices.

A family of 11 was left homeless after a fire destroyed their home in Bukalo on Monday.

The homeowner, Bernard Simana explained that the family was sitting under a tree in the afternoon at the time of the incident when a whirlwind passed through the area.