Young Namibians have been encouraged to play a greater role in driving Namibia's sustainable development, with this year's Sustainable Development Awards focusing on youth empowerment.

Vice President Lucia Witbooi has launched new guidelines and a digital medical assessment programme aimed at transforming the assessment process of persons with disabilities.

The fourth Junior National Council has concluded its first session this week.

Community members in Gam gathered on Friday to mark Adult Learners' Week ahead of International Literacy Day, with regional leaders calling for an end to the social stigma surrounding adult education.

A delegation from the Office of the Vice President, led by Deputy Minister Moses ||Khumub as well as Tsumkwe Constituency Councillor Petrus Mutji, met with traditional leaders and stakeholders to engage on matters affecting the community.