The Namibian Library and Archive Service held a pre-launch event for the National Readathon Month celebration with a focus on mental wellness and improving learner literacy.

Storybooks Namibia was launched today in Okahandja as a free open educational resource aimed at promoting literacy and language learning in homes, schools, and communities.

Literacy is a fundamental right that encompasses much more than the ability to read or write.

The ||Kharas Governor, Aletha Frederick, made this statement while addressing the belated International Literacy Day celebration ceremony in Keetmanshoop.

A comic book that promotes inclusivity and representation of people with disabilities was launched in Windhoek today.

The book under the project Hear Me gives deaf individuals a character they can relate to.

The Deputy Director for Programmes and Quality Assurance in the Oshikoto Education Directorate, Thomas Kalimbo, has emphasised the importance of literacy, especially in rural areas.

Kalimbo gave this reminder during the celebration of Literacy Adult Learners Week at Onambudu Primary School.

Education, Arts, and Culture Minister Anna Nghipondoka has called on teachers to work harder, identify challenges in the system, and address them to improve performance. 

She made these remarks at a meeting attended by the educators, from the heads of departments down to the learners.