Kavango West has been urged to translate the White Cane Day theme into practical action to improve independence for blind and partially sighted persons.

Kavango West Governor Verna Sinimbo has called on all sectors of society to turn Namibia's Revised National Policy on Disability into action.

Sinimbo was speaking at a stakeholder awareness training session and campaign launch in Nkurenkuru, aimed at promoting the implementation of the 2025–2035 policy.

Nkurenkuru is preparing to host White Cane Safety Day on 15 October, with the Namibia Federation of the Visually Impaired raising awareness about road safety, equal rights and the inclusion of persons with disabilities.

People with disabilities in Keetmanshoop have appealed to ||Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze, requesting assistance to ensure they also benefit from the recently introduced increase of 100 in the old-age pension grant.

Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa has called for stronger action to protect people with disabilities from violence, abuse, exploitation and discrimination.

She made the call during the official opening of a workshop for people with disabilities at Eenhana.

Kufamosha Information Disability Center Spokesperson Wilhelmina Kashima said some families still hide relatives with disabilities by keeping them at home and not exposing them to the outside world.

She was speaking during the opening ceremony of the Kufamosha Expo at Oshifukwa in the Oshikoto Region.

Persons with disabilities who are athletes, alongside organisations, received cash prizes and certificates for their exceptional leadership and impactful contributions to their communities.

The awards were presented at the National Disability Week closing ceremony held in Lüderitz on Thursday.

The rights of people with disabilities took centre stage in Otjiwarongo as the National Disability Council of Namibia hosts a two-day stakeholder education and awareness training.

The true measure of independence lies in ensuring inclusive growth that leaves no citizen behind.

These are the words of Namibia's disability rights pioneer Alexia Manombe-Ncube as Namibia marked its 36th independence anniversary.

The Vice President says despite the government's efforts in expanding services that are meant for the well-being of people with disabilities and marginalised communities, it is unfortunate that these groups still face challenges that hinder them from participating actively in the social development of the country. <