An investment committee has been established in the Omaheke Region to promote agriculture, tourism, transport, and logistics for regional development.

As part of their corporate social responsibility, the Development Bank of Namibia donated N$100,000 to the Ben van der Walt Primary School for the renovations of classrooms.

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, in collaboration with key partners, has prioritized specific areas in the Omaheke region where mobile and broadcast network coverage needs upgrading.

The Governor of Omaheke has urged farmers in the region to take advantage of the good rains and increase their crop production for future use.

Deputy headman at Okaamatutjindo village in the Okakarara Constituency, Kapenauarue Katjiveri, has called on farming communities in most parts of the country to find alternatives to save and preserve rainwater for later use.

The Omaheke Region is set to benefit from India's assistance in the areas of agriculture, small and medium enterprises, information technology, and scholarship programmes for youth.

The Namibia Special Risks Insurance Association has assisted Dr Fischer Primary School in the Aminius Constituency with hostel utensils.

The farming community at Epukiro says a shortage of police vehicles causes delays in swift response to crime.

They also complained about lack of feedback on pending cases relating to stock theft in the area.

The Omaheke Education Directorate emphasised that the future success of education relies on collective efforts from all stakeholders.

Director Constance Wantenaar made the remarks at a regional prize-giving ceremony in Gobabis.  

The Omaheke Regional Council, in collaboration with key stakeholders, has been deliberating on educational issues in the region, as education remains a cornerstone of development.

The two-day summit aimed to take stock of the academic performance for 2024.