Malnutrition remains a critical issue in the Erongo Region, with Chief Health Programme Officer Tuyenikelao Mwashekele from the Family Health Division at the Erongo Directorate of Health warning that poverty, food insecurity and limited access to nutrition services continue to threaten children’s well-being.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will deliver Namibia’s national statement at the United Nations General Assembly on 23 September, using the platform to advance the country’s priorities on peace and security, economic transformation, climate resilience, and youth empowerment.

Vevangaune Mungendje, Martin Stephanus and William Boois, who are accused of robbing an American tourist couple at Otjiwarongo this week, have been remanded in custody.

The trio reportedly robbed the victims in the parking lot of a local lodge.

Oshakati-based dentist Dr Kevin Shaduka says there is an improved new version of brushing, adding that the old one is no longer effective.

He said a circular motion technique has been developed.

The rhythms of tradition and the pride of identity filled Omatangela A Village in the Ohangwena Region as the community began its Cultural and Heritage Week celebrations.