The Director General of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (nbc), Stanley Similo, has emphasised that ethical, balanced, and accurate reporting is crucial for fair elections, stressing that the media play a vital role in democracy by providing voters with the information they need to make informed decisions.

Namibia is faced with a severe drought again this year, affecting both humans and livestock.

It is against this background that Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is calling on Namibians to work together with the government to manage and mitigate the effects of drought.