LPM MP Emvula says people over 35 are being left out

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Landless People's Movement MP Eneas Emvula said there is a lack of opportunities for people over 35, who he said are often left out.

He cited as an example the Green Hydrogen Scholarship, which supports Namibians between the ages of 18 and 35.

Ballotti acknowledges petition from unemployed teachers

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The Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts, and Culture, Dino Ballotti, has acknowledged that his ministry received a petition on the 8th of July from unemployed graduate teachers. The petition highlights the challenges they face and includes their demands on how to address this problem.

Over 12,000 veterans await promised payout

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The Deputy Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Dr. Charles Mubita, says 12,702 veterans are still awaiting the N$170,000 payout promised under the Veterans Support Programme launched in 2011.

MPs Call for Inclusive Gender Policies

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Members of Parliament in the National Assembly have raised concerns that women’s empowerment initiatives are excluding rural women and neglecting the needs of boys in empowerment campaigns.

Pension-backed housing scheme launched

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The Minister of Finance, Ericah Shafudah, announced the implementation of the pension-backed housing scheme to improve access to decent and affordable housing mainly for civil servants who are not able to meet bank loan requirements.

Policy in pipeline to address gambling addiction

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The Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Indileni Daniel, says government is taking steps to better regulate gambling and sports betting in Namibia, acknowledging both the revenue potential and the risks associated with the growing industry.

US AID freeze affecting local health programmes

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Health and Social Services Minister Dr. Esperance Luvindao says several local health programmes have been affected by the 90-day pause in United States foreign aid, including reduced support for healthcare workers and essential services.