With the school development fund no longer compulsory and schools' growing population, some institutions are finding it tough to keep up with needs.

In response to this, the Ongombe Farmers Association donated N$25,000 to the Okamatapati Combined School development fund. 

Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has reiterated the government's commitment to supporting initiatives that foster growth and youth development.

The premier made the remarks during a fundraising dinner for the hosting of the third Ogongo Annual Festival, scheduled for December.

The University of Namibia (UNAM), in partnership with the Ongwediva Town Council, hosted a World Mental Health Day commemoration at Ongwediva.

The City of Windhoek's Waste Department workers went on strike, demanding a salary hike from N$3,300 to N$8,000, a pension and medical aid, as well as permanent employment.

Concerned community members of Oranjemund on Friday protested at the Magistrates Court, opposing the granting of bail to a father who allegedly raped his 14-year-old daughter since she was 8.