Road network construction brings relief to villagers

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The Ministry of Works and Transport is undertaking the construction of the Okatana-Amutanga-Omulathitu-Onamime gravel road.

The gravel road will enable surrounding communities access to health care services and education facilities, especially during the rainy season.

Seventeen drown in flood waters in Oshana

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President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says the government will continue to look into the plight of those affected by the floods until they can stand on their feet.

Floods Disrupt Oshana Region

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The Governor of the Oshana Region, Elia Irimari, says roads in the region have been damaged by floodwaters following heavy rains, proving a hazard to motorists. 

Food aid and medical teams deployed to flood-hit Oshana Region

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Food aid and medical personnel have been deployed to the Oshana Region, where residents are cut off from essential services due to flooding.

The NDF's Alouette III helicopter will transport aid to affected communities in Oshana, Ohangwena, Omusati, and the western part of Oshikoto.

Namcol awards its top performers

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The Namibia College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) overall top performer award for 2024 was scooped by Oshana Region's Alfeus Nakanyala.

Nakanyala scored three straight A's in three subjects, which include mathematics. 

ECB issues safety guidelines after eight electrocution deaths

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The Electricity Control Board (ECB) has laid down guidelines for regional electricity distributors following the death of eight people over the past four years due to electrocution.

In 2022/2025, 17 accidents were reported, with eight of them being fatalities caused by electrocution.

Debate participants express confidence in new President

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The Andimba Toivo ya Toivo Secondary School scooped the Oshana Regional Library Annual Debate Championship award this weekend.

In second place and third, respectively, were the Reverend Juuso Shikongo Secondary School and Dr. Abraham Iiyambo SS, while Nehale Secondary School was placed fourth.