The election and subsequent ascension to power of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah have given new credence to women in politics in Africa.

In Zambia, female presidents of opposition political parties are equally optimistic that Dr Nandi-Ndaitwah has set a new path for women in politics. 

The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) will hold by-elections in four constituencies by June of this year.

The positions became vacant following the swearing-in of four councillors as members of the National Assembly last week.

An induction and orientation seminar for new MPs themed "Fostering Effective and Meaningful Democracy," running from March 24 to March 28, this month, was marked by tension during its first session.

The Oshikoto-based Uukule Secondary School is set to host a tournament to raise funds for renovations of their school gate entrance and logo.

Namibia's Brave Warriors took a significant step in their Africa World Cup Qualifiers campaign with a 1-0 victory over Malawi in Malawi.

A 40th-minute strike from Cape Town City attacking midfielder Prins Tjiueza, assisted by Peter Shalulile, handed the Brave Warriors maximum points.