Members of the National Council expressed concern over the shortage of social workers in the country, saying it contributes to growing numbers of mentally and emotionally distressed people in communities.
Members of parliament in the National Council supported the vote for the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, commending the government for installing network towers in key village areas.
The Cabinet has approved the establishment of the Green Hydrogen Industries Council, bringing together key national leaders and institutions to guide and coordinate the nation's green industrial development.
Vice President Lucia Witbooi has called on French businesses to invest in Namibia, pointing out the country's growing economic opportunities and commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and investment relations with France.
The Okakarara Municipality has passed a resolution to write off the interest on rates and taxes incurred by its residents.
This is to help the council continue to generate money and reconnect services.
Residents owe the council N$68 million in rates and taxes.
The Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, said Namibia and France continue to strengthen their diplomatic and economic relations, noting that the two countries cooperate through diplomatic missions and growing business engagements.
Gospel music lovers and praise and worship leaders in Namibia can look forward to a spirit-filled Restoration Concert in 2026, featuring renowned artists Benjamin Dube from South Africa and GUC from Nigeria.
The Presidency has cautioned the public against circulating promotional material and misleading information related to the so-called “Presidential Business Delegation and Leisure Tour to Namibia".
NBC Director General Menesia Muinjo hosted Miss Namibia 2015, Steffi Van Wyk-Brink, her husband, South African actor Clint Brink, and Botswana beauty queen Lebopo Bulayani.
The National Council has approved several budget votes for the 2026/2027 financial year during today’s session.
Allocations include the Presidency, the Office of the Prime Minister, the Anti-Corruption Commission, the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, and the National Planning Commission.
