The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts, and Culture, Dr. Sanet Steenkamp, has launched the 19th National Youth Week.

Hundreds of graduates of the Namibian College of Open Learning celebrated their academic excellence when they received certificates, diplomas and degrees during its 25th graduation ceremony in Windhoek.

The Minister of Immigration, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu, described the arrival of the new Deputy Minister as having strengthened the foundation on which the security and identity of Namibia rests.

The ministry welcomed Deputy Minister Edward Wambo, who was appointed recently.

The newly appointed Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security officially assumed office this morning, pledging to serve the nation with excellence.

Edward Wambo was welcomed by Minister Lucia Iipumbu during the handover ceremony.

As the Easter weekend begins, travellers are making their way from the city to the southern parts of the country.

While some are travelling to reunite with their families, others are heading out to enjoy the long weekend festivities.

The Namibia Revenue Agency (NAMRA), in collaboration with First National Bank of Namibia, has handed over donations worth N$25.000 to Annelie Olivier Old Age Home and Baumgartsbrunn Primary School.

The donation forms part of the two institutions' commitment to recognise and support community initiatives.

The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has launched the Work Integrated Learning Policy.

Namibia boasts a youthful demographic, with 71% of its population under the age of 35, and a considerable portion of this group being 14 years old or younger.

Former members of the South West African Territorial Force (SWATF) are demanding answers over funds they claim were set aside for their benefit. 

The group says despite evidence of millions being transferred and invested, no payments have been made to them.

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) staff hosted a pre-independence celebration today as the nation readies itself to commemorate another year of freedom and self-determination.

The event brought together staff members, showcasing a vibrant display of patriotism and cultural pride.