Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has praised officers in the Zambezi Region for their commitment to reducing crime.

The Zambezi Education Director, Alex Sikume, says that collaboration, strategy, and dedication paved the way for the region's improved educational outcomes.

Despite the opening of the new academic year this week, learners at some schools in the Zambezi Region are without accommodation pending the recruitment of hostel staff.

Zambezi Education Director Alex Sikume says there is a delay in the opening of four new hostels in the region.

A disturbing incident of grave violation has left the community of Bito village in the Zambezi Region in shock and disbelief.

The incident, which occurred on January 6, is being investigated by the police. 

Katima Mulilo has made significant strides in infrastructure and community development throughout 2024, marking a year of progress and laying the groundwork for future projects.

The town's mayor John Ntemwa said this in his address during the New Year's Eve countdown.

Two of the six people struck by lightning on Friday in separate incidents in the Zambezi Region have died.

In the first occurrence, lightning struck two Zambian nationals along the Liselo-Linyanti Road. 

A resident of Ngonga village, John Sakubenya, died in a hit-and-run today at Namushasha in the Zambezi Region.

Authorities believe a vehicle that fled the scene struck Sakubenya.

Sakubenya was found lying on the road with severe head injuries and a fractured right arm in the area of Namushasha.

Zambezi Governor Alufea Sampofu commended efforts made towards development in the region this year.

Sampofu said this during his Christmas message where he highlighted that despite many challenges, several steps towards building and growing the region were taken.

Two suspects were arrested over the weekend for possession of elephant tusks and illegal entry into the country near Kwala Village in the Zambezi Region during a joint intelligence-led operation.

The National Democratic Party (NDP) held a victory celebration today at Katima Mulilo after the party secured a seat in the National Assembly in the November national elections.

When the doors of the National Assembly open next year, Martin Lukato will be among the MPs who will take up their seats.