The Namibian police's Women Network in the Zambezi region commemorated 16 years of its existence.

The event held at Katima Mulilo was held under the theme "Honouring the past, empowering the future of women". 

The Namibia National Liberation Veterans Association (NNLVA) is focusing on achieving financial independence and sustainability for its members.

During a meeting in Otjiwarongo, its president, Job Immanuel, outlined the organisation's plans.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform (MAFWLR) has issued a state of alert over an invasion of locust swarms in some parts of the Hardap Region. 

Deputy Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) Anselm Marungu says the ministry will continue to ensure safe practices of biodiversity in rural areas to help unlock wealth and job opportunities to address poverty amongst communities living there.

The Omaludi Agricultural Festival in Okongo, Ohangwena region, started today.

The event is scheduled to be opened by its patron, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on Wednesday.