The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) held a consultation in Kavango East Region's Mashare Constituency with the communities on key governance and development challenges.

Kavango East Governor Hamunyera Hambyuka stated that while independence has granted political freedom, the region continues to encounter various challenges. 

Hambyuka was delivering the keynote address for this year's independence celebrations at the Rundu Sports Stadium.

Grasshoek, a remote village nearly 160 km outside of Tsumkwe and home to about 300 households, boasts a community full of determination but also with many challenges.

Community members who spoke to NBC News bemoaned the high unemployment rate and lack of infrastructure.

Communities in the Otjozondupa Region cited unemployment, a lack of infrastructure, and bulk services as areas that need urgent attention.

The inhabitants revealed this to the officials of the National Planning Commission (NPC) during their visit to the region.