Tributes have begun to pour in for the late parliamentarian James Uerikua as fellow lawmakers pay tribute to his life and service.

The news of his passing has left many MPs in shock. Those who spoke to NBC News expressed their disbelief and found themselves at a loss for words.

An industrial action that brought the operations of the Tsumeb Municipality to a halt has ended after an agreement was reached with the Namibia Local Authority Workers Union.

Over 90 municipal employees have now returned to work after a two-day strike demanding better salaries and benefits.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has unveiled a fresh wave of leadership appointments, a renewed push to transform governance and deliver tangible change for Namibians.

The president has, among others, announced the appointment of Charles Mubita as Minister in the Presidency.

The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu, has commended staff members for a job well done but said there are still serious issues that need to be addressed, including the unacceptable behaviour of some staff.

Today, Namibia celebrates a remarkable woman whose life has been defined by service, resilience, and leadership.

Vice President Lucia Witbooi turns 65 today, a milestone that has not gone unnoticed at the highest office.

Prime Minister Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare inaugurated the new governance committee for the Public Service Employees Medical Aid Scheme (PSEMAS).

Dr. Ngurare emphasised the government’s commitment to improving the management of the scheme and enhancing healthcare services for public service employees.

The National Assembly has adopted the nomination and reappointment of four members to serve on the Public Service Commission (PSC) for a five-year term.

The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, has urged staff members at Eenhana to uphold professionalism and improve service delivery.

Civil servants will receive a salary increment of five per cent come 1st April.

This follows a signing agreement between the government, the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) and the Namibia National Teachers' Union (NANTU).

The agreement covers two financial years, 2026/27 and 2027/28. 

Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has called for urgent and bold transformation within the public service.
 
Dr. Ngurare described innovation as the foundation for economic growth and improved service delivery.