The Gobabis Town Council has elected a new deputy mayor, seven months after the position became vacant.

This follows the expulsion of former deputy mayor Dina Fillemon from A Right to Shelter Foundation.

Customs clearing agents in Namibia have joined forces by establishing the Customs Clearing and Brokers Association (CCBAN).

The association said this is aimed at uniting them and ensuring they have a seat at the table when decisions affecting trade are made.

Elenga-Enene of the Uukwambi Traditional Authority, Herman Iipumbu, has called for stronger community involvement and swift action to combat veld fires in the region.

Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge has expressed concern over the continued outbreak of veld fires in the region, warning that poor coordination and delayed responses are allowing them to destroy thousands of hectares of grazing land.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has intensified measures to strengthen the Tobacco Control law.

It is against this background that the government engaged stakeholders at Nkurenkuru on proposed amendments.

Young Namibians have been encouraged to play a greater role in driving Namibia's sustainable development, with this year's Sustainable Development Awards focusing on youth empowerment.

Vice President Lucia Witbooi has launched new guidelines and a digital medical assessment programme aimed at transforming the assessment process of persons with disabilities.

The fourth Junior National Council has concluded its first session this week.

Community members in Gam gathered on Friday to mark Adult Learners' Week ahead of International Literacy Day, with regional leaders calling for an end to the social stigma surrounding adult education.

A delegation from the Office of the Vice President, led by Deputy Minister Moses ||Khumub as well as Tsumkwe Constituency Councillor Petrus Mutji, met with traditional leaders and stakeholders to engage on matters affecting the community.