The Swapo Party has wrapped its last public campaigning with promises to improve state health supplies, and education, and support economic stability.

The Party held its last star rally in Windhoek, addressed by its presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on Sunday.

Youth activist Terdu Fernandu from Tsumkwe in the Otjozondjupa Region has raised concerns about the challenges facing young people at the settlement, citing employment barriers, limited access to education, and gaps in political engagement as key issues. 

In an effort to promote education and preserve Namibia's rich history, the Hifikepunye Pohamba Foundation, in collaboration with the University of Namibia, has presented the recently launched autobiography, "Footprints of Hifikepunye Pohamba," to northern communities.

Minah Sachs Primary School in Keetmanshoop recently hosted its first Khoekhoegowab spelling bee competition to assess the proficiency of primary-level learners in their mother tongue.

Learners from grades 1 to 3 competed in their respective divisions, showcasing their spelling skills in Khoekhoegowab.

The Swapo Party Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, urged the youth to embrace the party's manifesto, which includes targeted interventions aimed at addressing Namibia's socio-economic challenges.

Learners of Shuumbwa Combined School in the Oshikoto Region urged their fellow learners to surround themselves with positive people.

They made the remarks at the commemoration of the Day of the Namibian Child.

The Namibian Exile Kids Association (NEKA) has acknowledged and honoured teachers and caretakers who took care of children under difficult times during the liberation struggle.

The Executive Director of the Namibian National Association of the Deaf, Paul Nanyeni, has described the initiative by the police to continuously learn basic sign language as commendable. 

This comes after about 30 officers attended a five-day basic sign language course at Rundu recently.

Officials from various countries convened for a side event focused on empowering youth in Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights and Inclusive Leadership, ahead of the upcoming Summit for the Future, co-hosted by Namibia and Germany,.

The Director in the Office of the National Council's Chairperson, Petrus Kavhura, has urged the government to act on the resolutions passed by the Junior National Council MPs.

Kavhura emphasised the importance of these resolutions and how they should guide future actions.