After years of delay due to limited funds, 40 houses will be constructed at Aminuis in the Omaheke Region under the Build Together Project.

The construction of the houses, under the auspices of the Omaheke Regional Council, is expected to be completed before the end of this year. 

This was made known by Aminuis Constituency Councillor Peter Kazongominja in an interview with nbc News, who says the project is long overdue and owning a house is not a luxury but a necessity.

In the Omaheke Region, leaders and citizens alike are reflecting on the monumental legacy of the late Dr. Hage Geingob, a figure celebrated not only for his pioneering spirit but also for his deep-seated respect for fellow leaders. 

Known for his significant contributions to the nation, one of Dr. Geingob's notable achievements was spearheading the development of modern infrastructure at Toasis in the Aminuis Constituency.

The Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO) launched the access to basic education initiative in the Omaheke Region.

The campaign's objective is to look at the status of the education sector in the country while glancing at last year's academic performance.

The student organisation will engage with learners to assess whether they have been skilled enough to produce the best results.

Malnutrition cases continue to be reported almost on a daily basis in the Omaheke Region.

Since the beginning of December 2023, the region has recorded 78 new malnutrition cases.

Alcohol abuse and negligence of children by parents are some of the key contributing factors.

This was revealed by the Regional Governor, Pijoo Nganate, in Gobabis. 

Authorities in the Omaheke Region have warned commercial farm owners against unfair labour practices and the eviction of farm workers.

The councillor for the Okorukambe constituency in the region, Rocco Nguvauva, issued the warning after he was denied access to some commercial farms in the constituency.

Police in the Omaheke Region have recorded more cases of housebreaking during the festive season, with zero fatalities reported on public roads due to accidents.

This was shared by the Police Regional Unit Commander for Community Affairs, Inspector Fina Sakayengenga, who said that the police have registered more cases of housebreaking during the festive period in town localities compared to other neighbourhoods in Gobabis.

The Gobabis Show Society believes that committed stakeholder involvement and continued dedication by the organising committee contributed to the Gobabis Show celebrating its Diamond Jubilee.

The Chairperson of the Gobabis Show Society, Danie Opperman, emphasised that the long existence of the Gobabis Show is a testament to the resilience of the backbone of the Omaheke Region's economy, the agricultural sector.

The Education Inspector in the Omaheke Region, Eliakim Kavari, says the region's poor examination results and poor performance in national rankings are serious concerns.

The new curriculum also came with its own challenges, particularly in terms of the amount of work given to learners versus the time frame and career guidance, among others.

Kavari shared this during a stakeholder engagement with the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Science, Information Communication Technology, and Youth Development at Gobabis.

Shortages of hospital beds, ambulances, poor staff accommodation, especially at Otjinene, and delays in procurement are some of the factors affecting the provision of healthcare service delivery in the Omaheke Region.

This was revealed by Omaheke Regional Governor Pijoo Nganate during a visit by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Gender Equality, Social Development, and Family Affairs at Gobabis.

Governor Nganate stressed that health is one of the sectors that needs urgent attention, especially the provision of ambulances in rural areas.

The Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare Ministry has condemned the brutal abuse of a 5-year-old girl by her family members in the Omaheke Region.

The incident, which happened towards the end of July, came to light in a video circulated on social media.

The Chief Public Relations Officer in the ministry, Lucas Haufiku, strongly condemned the act against the 5-year-old, who was allegedly assaulted by her three cousins, aged 6, 8, and 12, together with her aunt, at her uncle's home.