Young Namibians have been encouraged to play a greater role in driving Namibia's sustainable development, with this year's Sustainable Development Awards focusing on youth empowerment.

Corporate social investment must move beyond once-off donations and sponsorships.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised that this requires that businesses fund projects that deliver lasting benefits to communities.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged Namibians, especially the youth, to take up the second phase of the national struggle and a responsibility to honour the sacrifices of liberation heroes by contributing to the country's economic development.

The newly-elected Chairperson of the Junior National Council, Fritz Hangue, has expressed gratitue to the government for providing the platform and giving the youth the opportunity to voice their opinions on how everyday challenges should be addressed.

A 27-year-old Naboth De Celestino from the Kavango Region recently started his own law firm through assistance from the National Youth Development Fund.

For many young boys, growing into manhood can come with questions, pressure and uncertainty. 

But through the 4X4 initiative, 50 boys are being given a space to reflect, learn and build the value they need for the future.

Bethanie youth in the ||Kharas region, who are members of the 'Begin to Imagine Initiative', continue to create opportunities for their fellows, despite challenges that have affected their youth development programmes over the years.  

Fifteen-year-old Katutura-based innovator and tech enthusiast Edward Ikwambi has turned his passion for technology into an opportunity to teach and inspire others.

The Councillor of Daweb Constituency, Herculus Jantze, says one cannot speak about regional development without addressing the future of young people.

Jantze, who presented the report of the ||Kharas Regional Council for the 2025/2026 financial year, urged the Council to prioritise youth empowerment.

The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) held a consultation in Kavango East Region's Mashare Constituency with the communities on key governance and development challenges.