Fitness may soon become part of the daily routine at Ongwediva Town Council, as the local authority considers establishing gym facilities for staff in a bid to improve wellness, reduce stress, and strengthen service delivery.
The family of Ester Martin from Elyambala in Ongwediva are out in the cold after their plot was allegedly sold without their consent.
Attempts to appeal against the alleged irregular sale of land have failed.
The plot initially belonged to the late Riridis Kuutondokwa, who was Martin's mother.
Oshana Governor Hofni Iipinge expressed disappointment over the government ploughing tractors that are collecting dust at the Agricultural Technology Centre in Ongwediva, while subsistence farmers are in need of them.
The University of Namibia (UNAM) northern campus celebrated the graduation of 901 students during its fourth graduation session held in Ongwediva.
They graduated from the Hifikepunye Pohamba, Jose Edwardo dos Santos, Oshakati and Ogongo Agricultural Campuses.
Ongwediva Elcin Parish was filled to capacity as Christians gathered to observe Easter.
Congregants sang hymns, prayed, and received holy communion, reflecting on their renewed faith.
They reflected on the enduring message of sacrifice, compassion, and salvation that this holy day represents.
Justice and Labour Relations Minister Wise Immanuel has intervened to protect a vulnerable family in Ongwediva whose home was dubiously sold by their son-in-law.
The Ongwediva Town Council has become the first local authority to procure emergency tents as part of its disaster risk management initiative aimed at assisting residents during emergencies.
The community of Omaalala in the Oshana Region held their first-ever expo to raise funds for the back-to-school drive, such as school uniforms and other essentials.
Former Chief of Defence Lieutenant General (Rtd) Solomon "Jesus" Hawala was buried at the Old Ongwediva Lutheran cemetery in the Oshana Region.
The 24th edition of the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair is set to commence tomorrow, 22 August, and will continue until 30 August.
This year’s fair is held under the powerful theme “Innovate – Connect – Prosper”.
