The Petroleum Training and Education Fund (PETROFUND) has announced its 2027 scholarship opportunities, opening doors for young Namibians to pursue studies in key fields linked to the petroleum industry.

The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, has called on the new National Youth Service board members to strengthen governance and deliver measurable results to young Namibians.

Young Namibians, particularly young women, have been urged to look beyond traditional farming practices and view agriculture as a viable business and pathway to economic empowerment.     

Okakarara Regional Councillor Uzeraije Tjaverua made the call on Friday at the Okatjoruu Agricultural Farmers' Day.

A number of young Namibians are involved in what most people call "side gigs”, which is doing a piece of work that one gets paid for.