The second Namibia-EU Business Forum has commenced in the capital, with a focus on skills development. 

It brings together over 200 businesspeople, women, youths, innovators and investors. 

Staff of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) marked World Press Day with a meeting that focused on media ethics, press freedom and self-regulation. Reporters, editors and executives discussed the role of the media in serving the public and preserving credibility.

Agribank has supported two horticulture projects from the Kavango East and West regions with agricultural materials.

Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi says corruption is an obstacle to socio-economic progress and calls for the need for decisive actions at all levels.

Omaruru District Hospital also joined in celebrating International Nurses Day.

The Oshakati Hospital joined the rest of the world in celebration of International Nurses Day, recognising the selfless contribution that nurses continue to make towards the health and wellbeing of communities.

The day also honours the legacy of Florence Nightingale as the founder of modern nursing.

The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism will conduct a feasibility study for a Kavango West Wildlife Dispersal Area.

More than 400 copies of a pictorial book celebrating Namibia’s Founding President, Sam Nujoma, will be distributed to libraries and schools nationwide.

The handover took place on 12 May, commemorating Nujoma’s 97th birthday.

Vice President Lucia Witbooi highlighted the blue economy as key to growth, urging shared sustainability efforts in Namibia’s aquatic-rich environment.

Namibia has called for continued climate financing and stronger cooperation with the Green Climate Fund to strengthen resilience against climate change and recurring droughts.