The Olufuko Annual Cultural Festival, underway at the Olufuko Centre in Outapi in the Omusati Region, drew a large number of girls this year compared to the past years.

In the drive for economic diversification and job creation, one farmer in the Omusati Region is branching out, moving from the soil to water.

At Ombandjele village, a new fish farming initiative is not only putting fresh food on the table but is also casting a net of opportunity for the youth.

A fire that broke out at the Omutambo Womawe state quarantine camp in Uutsathima village, Omusati Region, has been successfully contained.

The Minister of Gender Equality and Child Welfare, Emma Kantema, says despite Namibia implementing several strategic initiatives to safeguard children's rights and welfare and various collaborative programs, the reality of many African children and those in the country remains challenging.

Omusati Governor Erginus Endjala has clarified that he did not bid farewell to the region's residents during the Olufuko Gala Dinner held over the weekend in Outapi.

Former First Lady Penehupifo Pohamba has donated maternity packages to 81 expectant mothers in the maternity ward of Outapi District Hospital.

The assistance is meant to help expectant mothers prepare for delivery. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah expressed her admiration for the government representatives working tirelessly to support those displaced by the floods.

Liberation struggle veteran Selma Shaningwa, who has been described as a woman of remarkable strength, courage and resilience who played a pivotal role in her community and country, was buried at Eengolo in the Omusati Region.

Deputy Prime Minister Natangwe Ithete is currently in the Omusati Region, assessing the flood situation as delegated by Head of State Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. His mission is to observe the impact of the floods on people and property.

The police have arrested four men in connection with the theft of 31 cattle from Farm Mountbauten and Farm Bergvlei in the district of Outjo.