The Minister of Industrialisation and Trade, Lucia Iipumbu, says the protection of consumer rights ranks high on the ministry's agenda.

Iipumbu addressed a stakeholders' meeting to discuss the Namibia Investment Promotion and Facilitation Bill, the Consumer Protection Policy, and the Liquor Act Administration and Licensing at Swakopmund.

In her address, Ipumbu says there is a need for the government to enact a consumer protection law without delay to cater for consumers' interests.

The district of Nongozi in the Zambezi Region held its first-ever cultural expo aimed at stimulating business activities and encouraging intra-community.

Launching the expo, the Minister of Industrialisation and Trade, Lucia Ipumbu, commended the Mayeyi Traditional Authority and the Nongozi sub-khuta for the initiative.

Ipumbu said the expo would be beneficial for the community in terms of embracing and showcasing their culture and tradition, as well as attracting interest from various investors.