The need for practical steps to address economic challenges faced by Namibians topped the discussions at the budget dialogue facilitated by the Economic Association of Namibia.

Panellists expressed a shared urgency for immediate action.

The Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) Southern Campus has extended appreciation to the ||Kharas Governor's Office for its commitment in the promotion of higher education.

The Minister of Health and Social Services has urged the public to collaborate in ensuring the full implementation of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Policy. The policy, approved by the Cabinet, aims to make healthcare more affordable and emphasize preventive care.

The Indian High Commission in Namibia is inviting Namibian girls to apply for the ShakthiSAT project, which is aimed at empowering girls to partake in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

The Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, Carl Schlettwein, introduced a new law four days before the 7th Parliament's term ended.

As a result, members of Parliament suggested that the bill be withdrawn.

Water regulations remain a key concern for many communities and businesses in the ||Kharas Region.

Stakeholders directly affected by water use regulations have expressed their support for an initiative aimed at raising awareness about the newly enacted Water Resource Management Act.

Citizens of Commonwealth countries gathered to commemorate the 76th anniversary of Commonwealth Day in Windhoek. 

The Commonwealth consists of most of the former colonies of the British Empire.

Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine has equipped the Tutaleni Police Station at Walvis Bay with one car, 20 bicycles, and computers worth N$400,000.

The donation from the uranium miner is a boost to the recently built N$127 million Tutaleni police station at the harbour town.

The Japanese Ambassador to Namibia, Shinichi Asazuma, has said his government means to introduce improvements to the Japan-funded commodity voucher programme. 

This follows a recent visit to communities in the Kunene Region to assess the drought effects and related challenges.

As Africa embraces digital transformation, postal operators have been urged to focus on strengthening the postal industry through e-commerce and digital trade.

They, too, need to address challenges such as logistical issues, payment systems and ensuring the right regulatory frameworks are in place.