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Malaysia pledges over N$700,000 to support Namibia’s drought relief effort

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Acting High Commissioner of Malaysia to Namibia, Mohamad Rameez Yahaya, announced his country's commitment to assist Namibia in addressing the drought situation.

Malaysia will contribute over N$700,000 towards relief efforts.

Yahaya said this during Malaysia's 61st National Day celebration.

APP's Linus Muchila sworn in as National Assembly MP

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The All People's Party's Linus Muchila was sworn in today by Justice Dave Smuts as a member of Parliament in the National Assembly.

Muchila replaces Erastus Shuumbwa, who resigned from the National Assembly.

UNESCO highlights need for digital tech in schools

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UNESCO has emphasised the importance of digital technology in schools.

Speaking to members of the Junior National Council, Fenny Namutenya, who represented UNESCO Country Representative Eunice Smith, outlined both the benefits and challenges of integrating digital tools into education.

Health Professions Bill requires thorough evaluation - Nico Smit

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Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) MP Nico Smit said the Health Professions Bill requires thorough evaluation to ensure that it effectively supports and regulates healthcare professionals without imposing unnecessary barriers and compromising professional standards.

Some MPs say Public Gatherings Bill provisions are oppressive

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Debate on the Public Gatherings Bill ensued in the National Assembly, with some MPs voicing concerns that its provisions echo the oppressive restrictions of the apartheid era, where public assembly and the right to protest were stifled.

Debate on Marriage Bill amendments postponed

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A heated debate ensued in the National Assembly as Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Lucia Witbooi, rejected amendments proposed by the National Council to the Marriage Bill.

Road safety campaign launched in Windhoek

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The Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund, in collaboration with the National Road Safety Council (NRSC), the Roads Authority (RA), and traffic officers from the Namibian and City Police, launched a week-long road safety campaign in Windhoek.

Community service introduced as a form of punishment by NCS

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The Namibian Correctional Service (NCS) has officially launched Community Service Orders (CSOs) at the Rehoboth Magistrate's Court, offering an alternative to traditional imprisonment for non-serious offenders.