President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has paid tribute to Cuba's former president, Raul Castro, who celebrates his 95th birthday on June 3rd, describing it as an important milestone.

Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs (MoDVA), Charles Mubita, motivated a N$1.52 billion budget for the vote of Veteran Affairs for the 2026-2027 financial year.

Dr Mubita said this budget will be aimed at improving the welfare of liberation struggle veterans and preserving Namibia's history.

Miss Namibia 2025, Johanna Swartbooi, made a special appearance to officially open the runway and inspire a new generation of aspiring models at the Otjiwarongo Circuit Girls Club beauty contest.

Tsumeb Municipality workers have downed tools following failed salary and wage negotiations between the Namibia Local Authority Workers Union (NALAWU) and Council  for 2025/2026 financial year.

Parents are strongly encouraged to accompany their children to school to guarantee their safety in light of roaming elephants, and they should refrain from attempting to interact with these animals when they come across them during their journey to or from school.

The Prime Minister highlighted the need to eliminate bottlenecks to accelerate service delivery, particularly at the Central Medical Stores.

Dr. Elijah Ngurare says bottlenecks preventing the delivery of medicines across Namibia have been identified.

The government says progress is on track in upgrading health facilities across the country for both public servants and members of the public, particularly those making use of medical aid services.

165 learners at the Nconcoma Primary School community hostel in the Kavango East Region do not have enough food to eat.

This has resulted in learners only having lunch and dinner, and no breakfast.

The Vice President emphasises that education continues to be a national priority and advocates for enhanced collaboration to tackle challenges and create a brighter future for students.

Africa's urban population is anticipated to double over the next 25 years.

These findings were revealed by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Namibia at the launch of the Just City Namibia project.