John Mutorwa, Minister of Works and Transport, emphasized the importance of good roads in enhancing safety, reducing fatalities and poverty, and boosting regional trade.

Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, inaugurated the new Impalila floating dock jetty on Tuesday in the Kabbe South Constituency of the Zambezi Region. The project underscores the government’s commitment to community development and regional connectivity.

The National Assembly resumed discussions on the Roads Bill, with Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, responding to concerns raised by MPs regarding road safety measures and fencing along major roads.

The Deputy Prime Minister has urged coordinators overseeing regional drought relief warehouses to ensure food supplies are distributed without delay, rather than keeping them in storage for extended periods.

The Office of the Prime Minister needs N$600 million to sustain the drought relief programme until June this year.

So far the office has received donations amounting to more than N$115 million, which include cash and in-kind donations.

Namibian students pursuing qualifications in Cuba are appealing to the government to streamline the registration or accreditation processes of the Engineering Council and Council of Architects.

Namibians are urged to not look down on Cuban nationals and instead embrace them with respect and kindness.

This plea is particularly directed to the Namibian students pursuing studies in different fields at universities in Cuba.

Deputy Prime Minister John Mutorwa has launched Risk Profiles of Natural Hazards and Selected Diseases in Namibia. 

Africa is grappling with major challenges in managing disaster risks due to recurring droughts, severe flooding, and intense cyclones.
 
These issues have impacted the continent's economic development and hindered the achievement of various targeted goals.

Deputy Prime Minister John Mutorwa said Namibians are at liberty to celebrate their cultural festivals without undermining other tribes and their cultures.