Local publisher Microwide Publishing Press held a digital launch ceremony, calling on authors to tap into e-commerce and digital distribution.

The company offers a variety of services, including editorial support, design and illustration, translation, and distribution.

The Namibia Youth Peace and Security Network (NYPSN), in collaboration with the National Youth Council (NYC) and the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture (MEYISEC), has officially launched its two-day Dual Capacity Programme on Namibia's Action Plan for Youth, Peace and Security.

The Ministry of Works and Transport has appointed new board members for the Roads Contractor Company (RCC), the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), and Transnamib.

The Institution for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has launched its fifth edition of the Green Hydrogen Monitor, reviewing Namibia's green hydrogen development.

Swapo Party Member of Parliament Leonard Shikulo raised concern about purported inefficiency in the operations of the Office of the Attorney General.

Contributing to discussions on the institution's budget allocation, he cited poor service delivery and untimely intervention.

Members of the National Council have accused the National Assembly of using delaying tactics in passing laws aimed at benefiting the public.

This was during the discussions on the budget allocation towards the National Assembly, with an amount of N$416.5 million.

The National Council (NC) has approved the budget allocation of N$2 billion towards the vote for transport for the 2026/2027 financial year.

During discussions on the budget allocation for agriculture and land reform, MPs raised concern regarding outdated machinery, while some are parked due to unpaid operators.

This, they say, is counterproductive.

The National Council (NC) has approved the budget allocation of N$750 million to sports, youth and national service.

Members, however, expressed dissatisfaction with the reduction in the budget considering the need for youth empowerment.

Members of the National Council (NC) requested that the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development (MURD) equip Local Authorities (LA) and Regional Councils (RC) with adequate financial resources to enhance development in rural areas.

The ministry has been allocated a budget of N$1.9 billion.