Business leaders paid tribute to Namibia's late leader for his major role in helping to bring Namibia's economy to growth.

The Governor of Kavango East Region, Bonifatius Wakudumo, has joined the nation in mourning the death of Namibia’s first president, Dr. Sam Nujoma, describing him as a selfless leader who dedicated his life to the country’s freedom and development.

At the memorial service for the late Founding President Sam Nujoma, speakers reflected on the profound impact he had on their lives and the nation, inspiring them to create organizations aimed at transforming the lives of others.

Katima Mulilo has made significant strides in infrastructure and community development throughout 2024, marking a year of progress and laying the groundwork for future projects.

The town's mayor John Ntemwa said this in his address during the New Year's Eve countdown.

The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism (MEFT) says they have put aside a budget of about N$3 million towards the development of the Ruacana Waterfalls in the Omusati Region to maximise its full tourism potential. 

Development projects at the Ruacana Town Council in the Omusati Region have been moving slowly over the last three years due to insufficient funding from the line ministry.

The challenges of food insecurity and limited economic opportunities have prompted some residents of Kalkrand to explore their own sustainable solutions that can both nourish and empower them. 

Established in 2016, Otavi's Kap n Bou informal settlement residents are saying the development of the area is drastically slow.

Although it has been declared as part of the town's location, a lack of basic services is many of the households' outcry.

The Governor of the Hardap Region, Salomon April, has described the development in his region as slow but noticeable.

The Hardap Region, like many other parts of the south, is facing water scarcity due to prolonged droughts, increasing water demand, and the impact of climate change. 

The Landless People's Movement (LPM) will commit a budget of N$500 million towards sports development and offer coaching programs to help young people refine their talents. 

These were among several promises made by the LPM Leader Bernadus Swartbooi at the party's meeting at Rehoboth.