As 2025 draws to a close, world leaders are using their New Year's addresses to set the tone for the year ahead.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says her decision to assume responsibility for the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy is aimed at ensuring stability, a renewed focus, and a stronger sense of purpose.

However, she emphasised that the success of the Ministry does not depend on a single individual.

Hundreds of mourners bid farewell to the iconic businessman John Savva, who was buried at the Walvis Bay cemetery this afternoon (Sat).

Since the influential businessman died last week, mourners shared testimonies about how his generosity and leadership transformed lives.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged former Heads of Mission to use their international experience and networks to support Namibia's development agenda.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has praised the role of fathers in shaping families and communities, describing them as vital pillars of support and protection.

“Their presence and guidance leave a deep and lasting impact,” she said, extending heartfelt Father’s Day wishes to all men in Namibia.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has acknowledged the crucial role of fathers as pillars and guardians of families and society.

She expressed heartfelt wishes to all fathers in Namibia as they celebrate Father's Day today.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has welcomed ongoing efforts to ease the workload in Namibia’s courts, describing them as key to improving access to justice.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged members of the Namibia Defence Force (NDF) not to put the country's security at risk, calling for the highest level of discipline and professionalism.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised the importance of military-to-military interaction and cooperation between the Namibia Defence Force (NDF) and its sister defence forces in SADC, Africa, and beyond. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has clarified that the selection of the date 28th of May as Genocide Remembrance Day marks the gravity and compassion with which Namibians should approach the Ovaherero and Nama Genocide, committed between 1904 and 1908.