Out of 214 shortlisted candidates for positions with the Namibian Defence Force (NDF) in the ||Kharas Region, sixteen candidates failed to appear for written and physical assessments.

Candidates who attended the assessments were evaluated on their English proficiency. Additionally, they had to participate in a 2.4-kilometre run, with male candidates expected to finish within 13 minutes and female candidates within 17 minutes.

Furthermore, the candidates were subjected to other exercises, including push-ups and sit-ups.

The candidates will hear on Tuesday whether they have passed the assessments.

Those who make the cut will then undergo a medical test.

The country-wide recruitment drive for Namibian Defence Force members is expected to be completed by next month.