Miss Namibia Prisca Anyolo has departed for Mexico to represent Namibia at the Miss Universe pageant.

It was all smiles at the Hosea Kutako International Airport as the Namibian contestant prepared to board a flight to Mexico to participate in the 73rd edition of the Miss Universe pageant.

Residents of the Tobias Hainyeko Constituency convened to discuss rising cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and its correlation with the HIV/AIDS pandemic. 

The event was aimed at raising awareness among all demographic groups' women, men, and children about the alarming trend of GBV cases in the area.

Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi was unable to present the mid-term budget statement this afternoon due to a lack of a quorum.

National Assembly Deputy Speaker, Loide Kasingo, adjourned the house minutes into the sitting.

The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has promised to address unemployment by allowing a business-friendly environment if elected into power. 

The party held a rally at Katima Mulilo on Sunday. 

Seven cases were heard at the newly constructed Hoachanas Periodical Court today.

In a statement, the Office of the Judiciary said today's hearings signify the full operationalisation of the periodical court and mark the beginning of a new era for the Hoachanas community and the entire Hardap Region.