The Suiderhof Sports Field hosted a series of preseason rugby friendly matches as teams began preparations for the upcoming season.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Africa's future depends on unity, regional cooperation and homegrown solutions as the continent commemorates Africa Day 2026.

African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf urged renewed commitment to continental unity, integration and development while spotlighting water security as a priority for the continent's future.

Zambia's incumbent President Hakainde Hichilema is among 14 candidates who have so far filed nominations for the August general elections in that country. 

The nominations are, however, still ongoing and are expected to close by the end of this week.

A Namibian delegation comprising farmers, engineers, environmental specialists, students and media practitioners recently toured Russia's Dalur uranium mine in the Kurgan region.