Amid global geopolitical tensions, Namibia and Botswana have committed to exchanging strategies to secure critical commodities, such as oil flows, and ensure ports remain open to facilitate the smooth movement of goods to strengthen economic growth.

Youth participation will be at the heart of this year's Independence Day celebrations in the |Khomas Region.

Leaders will be engaging young people in national festivities with activities planned over two days, starting tomorrow.

Trade between Namibia and Russia has grown over the years, reaching a peak of over 300 million by the end of 2025.

Building on this long-standing relationship, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yury Trutnev paid a courtesy call on President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.

The Namibia Financial Institutions Union (NAFINU) has raised concerns over the reintegration of the National Student Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) into the Ministry of Education.

NAFINU says the process has had negative effects on employees.

Namibia and Russia will address a broad range of issues aimed at promoting economic growth and sustainable development, as well as strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries. 

The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa, has demanded answers from the residents and leaders in Rehoboth over the town's growing debt to national utility providers.

Sankwasa warned that water and electricity supplies could be cut off if the situation is not resolved.

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) says initiatives such as the Mukorob project are critical to strengthening the country's film and television industry.

They also provide a platform for authentic Namibian storytelling.

Namibia and Russia have emphasised the need to strengthen economic and trade ties amid growing bilateral trade and cooperation.

This was revealed during the opening of the Namibia-Russia Business Forum in the capital today. 

Following recent oil discoveries, Namibia continues to seek guidance from countries with established petroleum industries, such as Norway, to gain experience in managing the sector effectively.

The president of the United Democratic Fund (UDF), Hendrik Gaobaeb, raised concerns around the ongoing dispute between the Kunene Regional Council and the Minister of Urban and Rural Development, highlighting wasteful use of public funds on private lawyers.