Old Mutual has donated wheelchairs, ramps, and toys to the Omake Charity Organisation, bringing hope to people with disabilities who often struggle to afford essential mobility support.

The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) says it has strengthened efforts to promote inclusive and accessible voting ahead of the 2025 Regional Councils and Local Authorities (RCLA) Elections, following lessons learnt from the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has reaffirmed that it is making rehabilitation and assistive technology services available across the country.

Currently such services are offered free of charge only at seven hospitals. 

The Namibian National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) has launched its own sign language app with the aim of raising awareness and increasing user adoption of the Namibian sign language.

The 15th of October is White Cane Safety Day, a day dedicated to recognising the independence and achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired. 

Namibia has made history with the launch of the Namibian Sign Language Model App, a breakthrough tool to bridge communication barriers and empower the hearing-impaired community.

With NamPost to officially taking over the distribution of social grants from 1st October, concerns have been raised about whether the Ministry of Finance will make provision for the beneficiaries residing in remote areas without them having to travel long distances.

Opposition parties have expressed concern over the requirements to access the newly established Namibia Youth Development Fund (NYDF).

They caution that strict criteria and a short application window may prevent many young people from benefiting from the scheme.

A new partnership is set to give mineworkers a stake in a developing company.

Namitvest Investment Holdings and Swakop Uranium have signed an agreement that will allow mineworkers to invest in JTT Public Holdings Company, giving them a direct share in its future success.

The Electricity Control Board (ECB) met with stakeholders in the power supply chain to review the industry's performance.

The ECB hosted a workshop to engage various stakeholders in examining the Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) and identifying innovative strategies to improve industry performance.