The Cradle of Hope Foundation hosted its first-ever Christmas lunch in Swakopmund's DRC informal settlement, where they fed more than 170 children.

The event highlighted the urgent need for stronger support systems for vulnerable girls and gender-based violence victims in the community.

The Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, has urged Namibia to identify products and sectors where it holds a competitive advantage for export growth as the country explores the opportunities within the African Continental Free Trade Area framework.

Namibia's Capricorn Eagles wrap up their ICC Women's Emerging Nations Trophy campaign in Thailand with two wins from eight matches, ending the tournament with a spirited but unsuccessful chase against the United Arab Emirates in their final fixture on Sunday.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has emphasised that merging the trade function with international relations was a deliberate move to ensure Namibia fully leverages economic diplomacy through its foreign policy.

NAMDIA has disclosed the quantity and carat weight of the diamonds stolen during the January 18 heist.

The company is suing G4S for losses linked to the incident.