The continuous raging fire in the Etosha National Park has destroyed approximately 30% of the grazing land.

A media statement signed by Acting Vice President Lucia Witbooi indicates that no state of emergency has been declared yet, and a decision will be taken once all information is obtained.

It is all systems go for Outapi Constituency by-election slated for Monday.

This morning the ECN deployed polling officials and police officers who will maintain law and order at the 42 polling stations.

The UN Security Council (UNSC) has rejected a resolution put forward by Russia and China seeking to delay the reimposition of sanctions on Iran for 6 months.

The proposed resolution comes amid ongoing disputes between global powers and the UN over Iran's nuclear programme.

The southern coastal town of Luderitz is getting a new N$220-million Buchter Village Mall that will boost both its retail and hotel accommodation offerings.

Safland Property Group, in partnership with the Luderitz Town Council, held a ceremony for the construction of the mall.

In its quest to reduce dependency on foreign aid, Zambia has for the first time presented a national budget of an equivalent of N$184-billion.