The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform says there are no plans to import any bees into the country from South Africa.

The Managing Director of the Beekeeping Association of Namibia said Namibia's beekeeping industry is under threat.

Gretchen Burmeister warned that the importation of live bees could put the country's food security and biodiversity at risk.

Botswana has emulated Namibia by suspending three fuel levies for six months to cushion consumers from the rising global oil prices.

The Otjozondjupa Education Directorate has recognised top-performing learners, teachers, and schools for the 2025 academic year.

The newly appointed Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security officially assumed office this morning, pledging to serve the nation with excellence.

Edward Wambo was welcomed by Minister Lucia Iipumbu during the handover ceremony.