Omusati Governor Erginus Endjala has clarified that he did not bid farewell to the region's residents during the Olufuko Gala Dinner held over the weekend in Outapi.

Residents of Onamhinda village in the Ohangwena Region are back in their homes after severe flooding forced them into relocation camps earlier this year. But for many, survival now depends on continued government and donor support.

Justice and Labour Relations Minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel has requested a “factual report” from the Board of the Social Security Commission (SSC) regarding allegations of an unaccounted N$55 million by the Commission.

The much anticipated Miss Namibia and Miss Teen Namibia that will be held at Ongwediva is drawing closer, and last week, the top ten finalists were exposed to various ancient traditional norms and practices of the AaWambo culture and traditions, as well as taking time off to relax.

The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Lucia Iipumbu, is calling on all local authorities to organise exhibitions, as they are closely linked to key sectors of the economy. 

Iipumbu expressed pride in the growth of the Oshakati Totem Expo since its inception in 2012.

As the date draws closer for the much-anticipated Miss Namibia and Miss Teen Namibia event at Ongwediva, the top ten finalists were exposed to various ancient traditional norms and practices of the AaWambo culture and traditions, as well as taking time off to relax.

The Ongwediva Town Council has approved a budget of over N$205 million to improve service provision to the residents.

The budget allocation for 2025/26 prioritises housing, sanitation, land delivery, agriculture, sport, youth empowerment, health, and social welfare, among others.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibians and Africans in general to continue fostering the spirit of ubuntu in growing the African continent, as the world observes Africa Day.

Ubuntu is an ancient African word that translates to 'humanity over others'.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says safety and security remain a foundation of Namibia's development. 

The head of state made these remarks during the graduation ceremony of one thousand 779 police officers at Oshakati this afternoon.

Deputy Prime Minister Natangue Ithete has urged Namibians to register their businesses in order to benefit from various government initiatives.

Ithete made the call during the official opening of the Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA) office in Ongwediva.