The Minister of Health and Social Services has called for collective efforts to eliminate the stigma against people with leprosy.
Dr. Kalumbi Shangula made the call at the commemoration of World Leprosy Day at Kongola in the Zambezi Region under the theme "Unite. Act. Eliminate.".
President Nangolo Mbumba highlighted the crucial role of Namibia's road network in boosting regional trade and economic development during the official opening of the Dr. Hifikepunye Pohamba Freeway.
The National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) has launched a new logo as part of its rebranding efforts, signaling a renewed commitment to supporting and growing the country’s arts sector. The modern, adaptable design ensures the NACN’s identity remains impactful across all platforms.
Police in the Omaheke Region are stepping up efforts to combat stock theft, a major challenge for livestock farmers, through a series of community outreach programs. In 2024 alone, the region recorded 365 stock theft-related cases, prompting law enforcement to engage directly with farming communities.
The Deputy Minister of Education, Arts and Culture, Faustina Caley, has announced that the ministry is working to secure funding and expertise to restore the Owela Exhibition and Educational Centre, which has been closed since February 2020.
The Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, in collaboration with the European Union, is hosting a one-week workshop at Keetmanshoop on Women, Gender, and Gender-based Violence to empower Civil Society Organisations in the ||Kharas Region to address GBV and find solutions to break the cycle of violence against women, youth, and m
The City of Windhoek, in a council meeting, assessed the effectiveness of the projects it implemented in the 2024/2025 financial year, which are to be continued throughout the next financial year.
They also discussed various items on their agenda set to take place this year.
German Ambassador to Namibia Thorsten Hutter reaffirmed Germany's commitment to Namibia through ongoing bilateral development cooperation, emphasising that it remains a cornerstone of the special relationship between the two nations.
The escalation in property prices, including those for residential land and agricultural areas, remains a concern for both the government and the public.
This issue has been exacerbated by the lack of regulation in property valuation services.
Namibians are urged to leverage technology and capitalise on its benefits.
ICT Minister Emma Theofelus made the call at the ministry's Strategic Policy Review Planning session.
