INTERVIEW | Festive season road safety campaign in full swing

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As the festive season kicks into high gear, the Namibian Transport Department and law enforcement agencies are actively engaged in a comprehensive road safety campaign.

The focal point of their efforts is the B2 Swakopmund Roadblock, strategically positioned on one of Namibia's busiest highways.

Elderly turned into nannies

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The government allocates close to N$4,1 million every month to support over 3000 people with disabilities in the Erongo Region.

Erongo Governor Neville Andre has, however, expressed dissatisfaction with the situation where senior citizens are left alone to care for children with disabilities.

Erongo Police record 525 GBV cases since January

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The Erongo Police, from January to October 2023, recorded 525 GBV-related cases.

Erongo Governor Neville Andre revealed this on the occasion of the World Aids Day commemoration and the launch of the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence.

Children say no to abuse

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Some children from Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe have expressed their views on Children’s Day and their rights by saying abuse, access to clean water, drug addiction, and feelings of neglect are their biggest concerns.

Rehabilitation frameworks needed to avoid re-offending

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Erongo Governor Neville Andre says there is a need to exchange ideas, experiences, and expertise to develop comprehensive rehabilitation frameworks that can be adapted and implemented in each country according to their specific needs and resources.

Untold stories of unsung heroes at Omaruru museum

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The Omaruru Museum carries the stories of many unsung heroes who played a vital role in connecting and facilitating communication during challenging times.

The 23-year-old Jose Loch, who is the caretaker and curator of the Omaruru Museum, tells it all.

Know2Grow Nextgen Entrepreneurs Showcase 2023

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Some young graduates are heeding the call to create employment for themselves by starting business ventures.

nbc News spoke to some of the graduates who have started their own businesses at the Know2Grow Nextgen Entrepreneurs Showcase 2023 at Swakopmund.