The first-ever Epukiro auction held in the Omaheke Region attracted more than 800 cattle, Epukiro Constituency Councillor Packy Pakarae revealed on Thursday at the official opening of the auction at Omauezonjanda.

Faced with an alarming shortage of blood, the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia joined forces with Shincheonji Church of Jesus volunteers to carry out a blood drive to boost blood stocks and save lives.

In the Kavango East Region, mourners gathered in numbers at the governor's office, and candles were lit as a sign of honour and remembrance. 

Governor Bonifatius Wakudumo explained the importance of lighting candles on such occasions.

Residents of Katima Mulilo gathered in large numbers in front of Ngwe Shopping Mall last night for the vigil of the late President Hage Geingob.

National Council MPs are advocating for the implementation of relief measures and for assurance that transport operators will not be charged exorbitant fines.