The Deputy Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Evelyn !Nawases-Taeyele, says notable development has taken place at Otjinene since it was declared a village council ten years ago.

The centennial celebration of the 1924 trek led by Ombara Nikanor Hoveka from concentration camps to Epukiro highlighted the enduring cultural heritage and resilience of Otjiherero-speaking survivors of the genocide.

The Deputy Secretary General of NUDO, Joseph Uapingene, says that his party will work tirelessly to address regional youth unemployment through the setting up of an agricfactory processing plant and advocate for the establishment of a first ever university at Gobabis.

The Minister of Works and Transport is satisfied with the progress made on both the Talismanus-Gobabis and Du Plessis Plaas to Epukiro Post 3 road upgrading to low volume seal standard.

John Mutorwa took a site visit to evaluate advancement on both roads under construction in the Omaheke Region.

The government of Japan funded the construction of classrooms and a storeroom at the Christoph Ngatjizeko Primary School in the Otjinene Region at a cost of close to N$1 million.

A collaborative approach is of paramount importance when it comes to increasing access to quality nutrition and protection services for vulnerable populations, including women and children.

This will address social determinants such as poverty, education, and food security.

President Nangolo Mbumba has pleaded with the Ovambanderu community to continue promoting peace and unity.
   
This message was contained in a speech delivered on his behalf at the Ovambanderu 100th Commemoration Day, commemorated at Omauezonjanda Village in the Omaheke Region.

The Epukiro Constituency has made significant strides in the areas of agriculture, rural electrification, health, and information and communication infrastructure.

The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) is set to prioritise water provision in rural areas, road upgrades, modernisation of the agricultural sector, as well as addressing malnutrition in the Omaheke Region.

The community of Epukiro has over the years faced numerous challenges, such as water shortages and poor grazing land due to persistent drought and poisonous plants.