The election for the next bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia got off to a smooth start this morning at the Ebenhaeser Parish in Keetmanshoop.

Of the 30 registered voters, only 22 cast their votes.

Spiritual leaders from diverse religious backgrounds in Namibia have joined in honouring the legacy of the late Pope Francis.

Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appealed to the Namibian nation to love one another, be united, and care for each other’s well-being.

She said this while attending the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mondesa, Swakopmund.

The Chief Regional Officer for Omaheke Region has called on stakeholders to motivate learners to take their education seriously.

Pecka Semba says discipline amongst learners is one of the biggest challenges, and the education ministry alone cannot address this.