Namibia will celebrate 36 years of independence on the 21st of March, with regional celebrations set to take place across the country. In the Hardap Region, residents will gather in Mariental to partake in various festivities, including cultural performances.

Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security Lucia Iipumbu has highlighted progress by the ministry in strengthening national security, enhancing policing capacity, and improving correctional services across the country. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah continues with consultative engagements with political parties.

Today, Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah met with Affirmative Repositioning, where discussions centred around the economy, effective governance and accountability.

Affirmative Repositioning MP Frederick Shitana has commended President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for recognising Namibia's creative industry.

The Chief of the Namibian Defence Force, Air Marshal Martin Pinehas, conferred the substantive rank of Major General on Remigius Kalimba.

A Major General is the second-highest rank in the Namibian Defence Force.