Agriculture can be a powerful tool for economic growth and food security

This is evident in the story of a farmer, Abner Hamukwaya, from the Okongo Constituency of the Ohangwena Region.

Agribank has approved N$2,9 million in funding through the National Youth Development Fund to support young entrepreneurs in the Ohangwena Region, with N$1,5 million already disbursed to beneficiaries.

The funeral service of former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba was held today at Okanghudi Village in the Ohangwena Region.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah joined mourners in paying their final respects to the late Pohamba, who died at the age of 78.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has described the late former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba as a compassionate, dedicated, humble and patient woman who served the nation with distinction.

The Anglican Diocese of Namibia held a memorial service for the late former First Lady, Penehupifo Pohamba, at Odibo St. Mary's Parish in the Ohangwena Region.

She was remembered for her humility, Christian faith and dedication to community development and maternal health.

A sombre atmosphere engulfed the Pohamba homestead at Ohangwena Region's Okanghudi Village as former President Hifikepunye Pohamba returned home on Sunday following the death of his wife, former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba, last week.

The governors of the Oshana, Oshikoto and Omusati regions have paid tribute to the late former First Lady, Penehupifo Pohamba, describing her as a wise and compassionate leader who united families and touched many lives.

Expectant mothers at the Josua Hanyango Maternity Waiting Home in Okongo, Ohangwena Region have joined Namibians in mourning the death of former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba, honouring her contribution to maternal healthcare in the country.

Residents of Outwilo village in Ohangwena have in the early morning hours of Monday found 18 goats killed and drained of blood by unknown predators.

The goats belong to 72-year-old Laimi Shixungileni.

She said two goats were bitten behind the head and disembowelled.

Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has called for greater involvement of all stakeholders in their development efforts.