Swapo members from Koës and Aroab in the ǁKaras Region have been equipped with leadership skills as the party strengthens its structures ahead of the election cycle.

Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has hailed Cuba's contribution to Namibia's liberation struggle, describing the late Cuban leader Fidel Castro as a celebrated hero in Namibia.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised that Africa cannot celebrate its first women leaders and stop there.

She said this is because the continent's progress will be measured by how many more women rise to leadership and whether they leave the path easier for those who follow.

The National Unity Democratic Organisation (NUDO) has officially kickstarted preparations for its upcoming elective congress.

This follows a crucial National Council meeting, with the key outcomes revealed during a press briefing today.

The Popular Democratic Movement's (PDM) Women and Youth League representatives completed a leadership and capacity-building indaba at Otjiwarongo.

Botswana's President Duma Boko has announced a three-day mourning period following the death of the country's third President, Festus Mogae. 

Mogae died in his residency in Gaborone yesterday.

The Swapo Party Coordinator for the Otjozondjupa Region, Imms Namaseb, emphasised the necessity for the region to diligently pursue the realisation of the ideals championed by the late former governor, James Uerikua.

The late Uerikua advocated for agriculture, infrastructure and youth development.

Newly elected councillors of the United Democratic Front have been urged to prioritise service delivery and ethical leadership as they assume office.

This comes as party president Hendrik Gaobaeb addressed councillors during an induction convention aimed at strengthening governance and accountability.

The Secretary General of the Swapo Party, Sophia Shaningwa, yesterday paid tribute to veteran politician and liberation stalwart Erkki Nghimtina, describing him as a dedicated servant of both the liberation struggle and the Namibian nation.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah returned home from the one-day working visit to South Africa.

In her capacity as the President of the Swapo Party, Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah addressed the 2025 Liberation Movements Summit in Johannesburg's Kempton Park.