Namibian boxer Charles Shinima fell short in his bid for the WBC Welterweight title last night, losing to South Africa's Brandon Thysse by majority decision at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg.

Members of the |Khomanin Traditional Authority gathered at Groot |Aub over the weekend, to discuss issues related to the |Khomanin people and find lasting solutions to the challenges they face.

The Namibian Correctional Service has extended its community service orders programme to the Luderitz Magistrate's Court and Aus Periodical Court.

The Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Lucia Witbooi, officially launched the programme's expansion at Luderitz.

During the gathering in Groot |Aub, the |Khomanin raised concerns over their lack of access to farming land and concerns with two farms recently purchased for their beneficiation by the government.

The imminent swearing-in of Namibia's first female President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, was the main spotlight during a celebration of International Women's Day in South Africa.