Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP Inna Hengari has tabled a motion in the National Assembly calling for an urgent debate on the overwhelming presence of foreign music on local radio stations.

The motion aims to promote local music and cultural identity by addressing the dominance of foreign music over local airwaves.
 
The motion highlights a pressing economic and cultural challenge facing the Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music.

The society collected N$2 million in royalties, of which N$152,000 was paid to 65 sister international societies.

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) held a training workshop on cybersecurity awareness to equip media practitioners with essential knowledge and skills to navigate the digital landscape securely.

The training , titled "Provisional Agenda on Cybersecurity," underscored the importance of understanding and mitigating cyber threats that are increasingly prevalent in today's interconnected world.

The initiative is not just about protecting organisational data but also empowering individuals to safeguard their personal information online.

The harbour town of Lüderitz will host this year's Miss Namibia and Miss Teen Beauty pageants.

The announcement was made by nbc Director General Stanely Similo and the Chief Executive Officer of the Lüderitz Waterfront Company, Fluksman Samhuel, in Windhoek.

The event was attended by the reigning Miss Namibia, Jameela |Uiras, and Miss Teen Namibia, Oriana Ribeiro, as well as all 20 of the finalists for Miss Namibia and Miss Teen Namibia.

The University of Namibia's law students have inaugurated a project tagged "Cicero Law Firm and Graves into Gardens'.

The project is aimed at transforming the Oponganda Cemetery in Windhoek's Katutura Residential Area into a more pleasing setting.

The Graves into Gardens Project is more than just an environmental initiative, it is an expression of the community's dedication to dignity and respect.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs has submitted its comprehensive report on the management of Bwabwata Communal Land.

Drawing from a petition presented by the Hambukushu Traditional Authority, the report unveils a multitude of findings and recommendations.

The report, presented by Kletus Karondo, sheds light on a range of issues, including the historical context surrounding Bwabwata National Park, community grievances, and governmental responses. 

The Ministry of Higher Education, Technology, and Innovation (MHETI), together with the National Commission on Research Science and Technology (NCRST), launched the Bio-Economy Strategy in Windhoek.

Although the bio-economy consists of numerous stakeholders in diverse sectors, the function of coordinating the implementation of the national bio-economy strategy will rest with the National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology for the period 2024–2029.

The Secretary General of the SADC Parliamentary Forum, Boemo Sekgoma, emphasised the urgent need for environmental stewardship on this year's World Environment Day. 

The theme, "Our Land, Our Future," highlights the critical focus on land restoration, combating desertification, and enhancing drought resilience.

Sekgoma's statement underscores the alarming state of global ecosystems. 

She cited data from the UN Convention to Combat Desertification, which reveals that up to 40% of the planet's land is degraded, impacting half of the global population. 

Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), Manager for Corporate Communication, Nelson Ashipala, sheds some light on the company's future projects.

Namibia Wildlife Resorts' saw a revenue increase of 32 percent in 2022.

The state-owned enterprise's revenue jumped from N$294 million in 2022 to N$387 million last year, resulting in a profit of N$46 million.

Presenting the company's 2023 annual financial report, NWR Chief Financial Officer Brian Masule highlighted significant progress in terms of its strategic objective of financial sustenance.

The aim was to reduce its loss by 231 percent from a loss of N$35 million to N$46 million in profit.

The Executive Director of the Ministry of Information, Communication, and Technology (MICT) has urged the Kavango East Regional Council's leadership to build communication skills with effectiveness and improve productivity.

Dr. Audrin Mathe made this call during a public relations and media management workshop in Windhoek.

The long-week engagement's objective is to oversee distribution and analysis, ensuring that communication efforts align with the goals set by organisations and resonate with the target audience.