Prime Minister Dr. Elijah Ngurare said as Namibia celebrates its 36th independence, the country should move towards ensuring that its resources are shared amongst every Namibian.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, has called on Namibians to protect their independence.

Theofelus made the call during the Independence Day celebration at Mariental.

Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has urged national leaders to uphold peace and work collectively for the development of the country.

The president of the United Democratic Fund (UDF), Hendrik Gaobaeb, raised concerns around the ongoing dispute between the Kunene Regional Council and the Minister of Urban and Rural Development, highlighting wasteful use of public funds on private lawyers.

The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa, has reminded regional and local authority councillors that they do not have executive powers.

Sankwasa addressed an induction workshop for the recently elected councillors.

Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Phillipus Katamelo says no law or parliamentary rule can fully regulate the moral conduct of members.

Katamelo emphasised that ethical behaviour ultimately depends on the consciences of individual lawmakers.

Ombara Hoze Riruako of a faction of the OvaHerero Traditional Authority and President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah discussed ancestral land issues, historical genocide reparations, veteran recognition, and national unity during a courtesy visit.
 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah last year announced that the old-age pension grant would be increased incrementally to N$3,000 per month, meaning the amount would rise in stages over a period of time rather than through a single immediate adjustment.

The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has extended its appreciation to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, following the government's recent decision to recognise the Baster Gemeente Traditional Authority and the approval of Herbert Britz as its designated Kaptein.

Youth unemployment, tribalism, the modernisation of agriculture, and the use of state health facilities dominated discussions between President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and a delegation from the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) led by its president, McHenry Venaani, at State House.