Namibia’s First Gentleman, Epaphras Ndaitwah, has appealed for greater attention to the plight of the boy child, declaring it a central priority of his tenure at the Office of the First Spouse and a critical pillar for Africa’s long-term stability.

A continent where young people are uncertain about their future is a continent at risk of failure.

The National Youth Council (NYC) hosted the Ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to Namibia, Dr. Magaly Henríquez González, during an official engagement focused on youth development, skills transfer and bilateral cooperation.

First Gentleman Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah has called on learners in Rehoboth to stay away from drugs and alcohol. 

Speaking at Dr. Lemmer Secondary School, he warned that substance abuse can derail education, limit opportunities, and weaken the country's development. 

Former parliamentarian Patience Masua has been appointed as the interim executive chairperson of the National Youth Council (NYC).

The Student Union of Namibia has expressed concern about the fate of the 64% of learners who failed to qualify for AS Level, following a national pass rate of 36%.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has highlighted the importance of strengthening early childhood education and development.

Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah, while on leave, engaged the Onheleiwa community at Nghiwete Kindergarten in the Okongo Constituency.

The Governor of ||Kharas region, Dawid Gertze, has set goals for 2026 that focus on initiatives aimed at enhancing the lives of the inhabitants.
 

Youth activist Gabes Eigowab, from the Omitara settlement, has said limited exposure and a lack of educational institutions and job opportunities continue to hinder motivated young people, despite government inclusivity efforts.

The third edition of the Ondobe Annual Youth Expo held at the Sam Mwashipnadeka Business Park ended in the Ohangwena Region.