The persistent drought in the Zambezi Region is increasing the human-wildlife conflict. 

The past weekend saw wildebeests damaging farmers' crops who are practising wetland cultivation at Malindi Village in Kabbe North Constituency.

Access to potable water remains a challenge for many in rural areas.

A case in point is the residents of Sesheke in Zambezi's Kongola Constituency, who still walk distances to fetch water.

Learners at Lusese Combined School in Zambezi commemorated the Day of the Namibian Child with a call by learners to address challenges they face.

Senior citizens gathered in Bukalo, Zambezi region, on Friday to commemorate the 34th International Day of Older Persons.

Several community conservation projects in the Zambezi Region have received financial support to enhance crop production, livestock farming, and job creation.

The Zambezi Vocational Training Centre (ZVTC) has produced 225 artisans at its sixth graduation ceremony at Katima Mulilo.

The graduation hall experienced moments of excitement, enthusiasm, and a general sense of accomplishment. 

The Ministry of Works and Transport has commissioned the start of the construction of the Nakabolelwa-Mbalasinte and Kasika roads in the eastern flood plains of the Zambezi Region.

Minister John Mutorwa said the government is committed to ensuring that development reaches all corners of the country.

The Ministries of Home Affairs of Namibia and Zambia have exchanged sentenced offenders who met the requirements to serve the remainder of their sentences in their home countries.

Reliable statistics are essential for measuring progress in reaching development goals and provide essential information about the effectiveness of policies and programmes. 

The Katima Mulilo Town Council has started with the realignment of plots at the Dairy Settlement as part of the formalisation of the residential area. 

The formalisation process and mapping of the settlement started last year, and 1,206 people already received plots.