Traditional leaders have been urged to play an active role in driving socio-economic development by helping communities tackle poverty, drought and food insecurity.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's message was delivered at the 27th Council of Traditional Leaders Annual Meeting in Otjiwarongo.
The government has made noticeable progress regarding the integration of ICT in the education sector.
Clocknet Vocational Training Centre has concluded a five-day training programme at Otjiwarongo aimed at equipping strategic administrators with the skills to contribute to the implementation of the NDP 6.
A N$552 million road infrastructure project covering 31 kilometres between Karibib and Usakos has been completed.
Coblenz Combined School in the Okakarara Constituency has celebrated its seven decades of educating generations of learners and contributing to the development of the community.
The Mineworkers Union of Namibia's Northern Region has re-elected Mathew Mberiuana as Chairperson for another two-year term.
Mberiuana has held the position since 2016.
The Ozonahi Conservancy and Community Forest handover project materials to the community to strengthen grassroots conservation efforts in the area.
As part of the conservancy efforts to support sustainable rural development, 16 different projects benefited from the initiative.
The Otjiwarongo community has given input on the proposed Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill.
The Ministry of Health and Social Services conducted the public consultation to gather views before the proposed amendments are tabled in Parliament.
Residents of Otjiwarongo have petitioned the municipality, calling for improved service delivery and compliance with a directive issued by the Minister of Urban and Rural Development.
The petition includes debt relief, water provision, land allocation, and public engagement.
Young Namibians, particularly young women, have been urged to look beyond traditional farming practices and view agriculture as a viable business and pathway to economic empowerment.
Okakarara Regional Councillor Uzeraije Tjaverua made the call on Friday at the Okatjoruu Agricultural Farmers' Day.
