The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts, and Culture has warned schools not to force parents to buy items or pay unauthorised fees.
The Ministry clarified that public schools are not allowed to force parents to buy stationery or cleaning materials or pay registration fees.
Miss World Namibia has extended the due date for applications for the 2026 National Contest while also dropping the initially charged N$500 application fee.
The initial application period run between 30 October and 30 November. The extension runs from 7 to 16 January.
The people of Cuba marked the 67th anniversary of the Triumph of the Cuban Revolution.
The day celebrates the moment in 1959 when Fidel Castro's forces succeeded in ending the Batista regime, a turning point in Cuban history that has shaped the country's direction ever since.
In Windhoek, families went all out to ensure that Goodwill Day served its purpose of strengthening family bonds and spending quality time together.
Continuing in the spirit of Christmas, some families chose to enjoy the day with festive activities and time together.
At least four babies were recorded as being born on Christmas Day in Windhoek, one of the most significant days on the Christian calendar.
Two babies, a boy and a girl, were born at the Windhoek Central Hospital, while another two babies were recorded at Katutura Maternity Ward.
Traffic is slow at the Kapfsarm roadblock enroute to Hosea Kutako International Airport as motorists head north and to other destinations for the festive season.
Public transport fares have increased significantly at this time of the year. Travellers say the prices are above the normal rates, particularly at loading zones in the city.
The bail application for one of the five Rehoboth residents accused of drug dealing and money laundering has been postponed to Monday, 29 December, due to the unavailability of the resident magistrate.
Employees of Namib Poultry Industry - NPI staged a demonstration on Tuesday, raising serious concerns over workplace safety, wages, and union recognition.
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) says mobile data usage continues to grow in Namibia.
