The defence sector has been allocated about N$7.5 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year.

Street vendors form a significant part of Namibia's informal sector and contribute meaningfully to the economy. However, some traders face restrictions due to regulations governing where and how vending activities can take place.

Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), Indileni Daniel, inaugurated newly upgraded facilities at the Etosha National Park, marking a significant milestone in the government's ongoing commitment to enhancing tourism infrastructure.

The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has approved a 5% increase in monthly pension benefits, effective 1 April 2026.

In a statement issued on Monday, the fund said the adjustment will apply to all pensioners, including qualifying spouses and child beneficiaries. 

Various concerns were raised by MPs regarding the budget allocation towards the Ministry of Health and Social Services.

MPs gave their suggestions on where they expect to see improvement in the sector and how it could be better capacitated to cater to all citizens nationwide.

The 15-year-old Angolan national, reportedly subjected to starvation, overwork, and abuse by a 62-year-old pensioner who employed her in Oshiyagaya Village, has fully recovered and has now been discharged from medical care.

The Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) has taken its awareness campaign to Omaheke, one of the least fish-consuming regions.

The trust took its education awareness to Chief Hosea Kutako Primary School in Aminius.

Floyd Tjituka, a researcher at NBC, was among the winners at the National Research Excellence Awards 2026, held in Windhoek.

Tjituka received the Best Individual Award in the Science Communication and Public Engagement category.

Old Mutual has donated wheelchairs, ramps, and toys to the Omake Charity Organisation, bringing hope to people with disabilities who often struggle to afford essential mobility support.

Members of Parliament in the National Assembly have approved the Electoral Commission of Namibia’s budget of N$181 million for the 2026/2027 financial year.

PDM MP Diederik Vries questioned the allocation for non-personnel expenditure.