DBN COMMITS N$1 BILLION TO STRENGTHEN HEALTHCARE INFRASTRUCTURE

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The Development Bank of Namibia has committed N$1 billion towards strengthening the country's healthcare infrastructure.

In a press release, DBN says the funding will support the development of the health facilities and forms part of the government's "Roadmap" initiative.

CHRISTIANS FILL ONGWEDIVA ELCIN PARISH FOR EASTER CELEBRATIONS

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Ongwediva Elcin Parish was filled to capacity as Christians gathered to observe Easter.

Congregants sang hymns, prayed, and received holy communion, reflecting on their renewed faith.

They reflected on the enduring message of sacrifice, compassion, and salvation that this holy day represents.

MINISTRY ALLOCATES N$50M TO BOOST CREATIVE INDUSTRIES, JOBS

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The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, said N$50 million allocated to creative industries is expected to generate approximately 500 jobs and host the Namibian Annual Music Awards (NAMAs).

ZAMBEZI HEALTH MINISTRY PREPARES FOR FLOOD IMPACT

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The Ministry of Health and Social Services in the Zambezi Region is preparing for a potential increase in the number of flood-affected individuals, estimating up to 23,665 people under a worst-case scenario.

CRAN HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY IN NAMIBIA

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The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has emphasised the need for satellite technology in Namibia due to its wide coverage. 

Currently, most of Namibia's services are running on terrestrial networks with a limited reach.

CRAN CEO URGES CYBERSECURITY AMID RISE IN ATTACKS

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The Chief Executive Officer of the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has urged the public and private organisations to have cybersecurity as a strategic initiative.

Emilia Nghikembua shared the sentiments during an exclusive interview with NBC on recent cyber attacks.

TSUMEB MUNICIPALITY STRIKE ENDS AFTER UNION AGREEMENT

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An industrial action that brought the operations of the Tsumeb Municipality to a halt has ended after an agreement was reached with the Namibia Local Authority Workers Union.

Over 90 municipal employees have now returned to work after a two-day strike demanding better salaries and benefits.