Minister of Gender and Child Welfare Emma Kantema said Namibia's Child Care and Protection Act now allows a mother in crisis to safely abandon her newborn at designated places like police stations, hospitals or schools without facing criminal charges, provided strict conditions are met.
The annual Omagongo Festival has been hailed for its promotion of cultural norms and values whilst ensuring that it strengthens unity amongst various tribes within the eight northern traditional authorities and beyond.
A 16-year-old boy from Omutundungu village in the Omusati region is set to make history by becoming one of Namibia's youngest citizens to be conferred a hero's status.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says the annual Omagongo Festival has grown into a notable national event that celebrates tradition and cultural heritage while recognising the hard work of women who prepare marula fruit for transformation into omagongo and other products.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged newly graduated police cadets to reject corruption, bribery and abuse of public office as they begin their careers.
The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Lucia Iipumbu, is urging Namibians to actively shape the law that governs migration in the country.
Iipumbu made the remarks at Oshakati during the launch of the public consultations on the Migration Bill.
The 30-kilometre stretch in the Ohangwena region is being rehabilitated at a cost of N$365 million.
Years of deterioration had left the road with extensive cracks, base failures and potholes that caused inconvenience and vehicle damage for frequent users.
The Roads Authority is satisfied with the rehabilitation work on the Ondobe-Eenhana road, which commenced recently.
The 30-kilometre stretch is being rehabilitated at a cost of N$365 million.
A 16-year-old boy has been commended for his swift actions after rescuing twin babies who were thrown into a pond by their mother in Omutundungu village, located in the Omusati Region.
A 24-year-old woman was denied bail in the Outapi Magistrate's Court today after facing two counts of attempted murder.
